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Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson

Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson

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Ep 116#116: Old School Real Estate – 21 Timeless Lessons From Experienced Investors

Episode #116 - The best way to prepare for the future of real estate investing is to study the past. To help you do that, I went old school to find 21 timeless lessons that I've learned from investors who each have decades of experience. More links & resources in companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/21-lessons-old-school-investors/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Share the podcast with your friends, coworkers, and family members Connect w/ Coach on Social: -- https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson/ -- https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson -- https://www.instagram.com/coachcarson1/ -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachcarson/ -- https://www.youtube.com/user/CoachChadCarson/

Jun 1, 202054 min

Ep 115#115: There Are No Secrets - the 7 Fundamentals of Real Estate Investing Success

Episode #115 - There are no secrets to success in real estate investing. Instead, there are core principles (aka fundamentals) that the best investors focus on. This episode shares 7 of those fundamentals that you can practice and improve in order to increase your odds of success. Additional resources: Markets/Values Understanding Your Target Market playlist: https://youtu.be/zGUsJUmy-pg Analyzing the Numbers How to Run the Numbers: https://youtu.be/ExFWAYXr11s Financing My Creative Financing Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5F-I4oW-y2GT1sXIBio2rEycQ6v38iyH Finding Deals (Marketing & Negotiations) My course Real Estate Deal Finder:https://www.coachcarson.com/dealfinderYT Remodeling/Construction My Property Remodel Vlogs: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5F-I4oW-y2EoCbkwMZrlJbStHVbxdsp3 J Scott's Book on Estimating Remodel Costs - https://www.coachcarson.com/estimate-rehab-costs-book Landlording Landlording 101 (or How I Managed 90 Rentals From Another Country): https://www.coachcarson.com/landlording-101/ Contracts & Laws Book on my shelf - Every Landlord's Legal Guide: https://amzn.to/3c2qsmB --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Share the podcast with your friends, coworkers, and family members Connect w/ Coach on Social: -- https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson/ -- https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson -- https://www.instagram.com/coachcarson1/ -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachcarson/ -- https://www.youtube.com/user/CoachChadCarson/

May 25, 202024 min

Ep 114#114: How to Calculate Cash-on-Cash Return (Including Detailed Examples)

Episode #114 - One of the most important reasons to invest in rental properties is cash flow. And one of the simplest ways to measure cash flow is a formula called the cash-on-cash return (CoC for short). In this episode, I'll explain what cash-on-cash return is, when to use it (and when not to!), and how cash-on-cash return compares with other popular formulas like cap rate and ROI. I'll also share practical examples to demonstrate the cash-on-cash formula in action. Companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/cash-on-cash-return/ Webinar - Preview of Rental Property Analysis Course (Tue 5/19 @ 8pm EST): https://coachcarson.com/webinar [course will be available starting on Tuesday. Check back at coachcarson.com] --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Share the podcast with your friends, coworkers, and family members Connect w/ Coach on Social: -- https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson/ -- https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson -- https://www.instagram.com/coachcarson1/ -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachcarson/ -- https://www.youtube.com/user/CoachChadCarson/

May 18, 202055 min

Ep 113#113: The Coach Carson Credo - 7 Principles to Flourish as an Entrepreneur

Episode #113 - Learn the credo or core principles of success at Coach Carson. Whether you are a new or veteran entrepreneur, these 7 principles can help you find success in real estate investing or other small businesses. Companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/credo/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Share the podcast with your friends, coworkers, and family members Connect w/ Coach on Social: -- https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson/ -- https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson -- https://www.instagram.com/coachcarson1/ -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachcarson/ -- https://www.youtube.com/user/CoachChadCarson/

May 11, 202037 min

Ep 112#112: Making it Big on Little Deals - an Interview With John Schaub

Episode #112 - Coach Carson interviews John Schaub, a successful real estate investor for 4 decades and author of Building Wealth One House a Time. You'll learn how you can reach financial independence using little deals and a simple portfolio of quality properties. John also shares his experience from 7 recessions about how to survive and thrive during economic downturns. Show notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/interview-john-schaub/ My review of John's book Building Wealth One House at a Time can be found on episode 110 at https://www.coachcarson.com/building-wealth-one-house-time-john-schaub/ John's book: https://www.coachcarson.com/schaubbook (affiliate link, I receive a small commission) John Schaub's classes, newsletter, and more can be found at: http://www.johnschaub.com/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Share the podcast with your friends, coworkers, and family members Connect w/ Coach on Social: -- https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson/ -- https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson -- https://www.instagram.com/coachcarson1/ -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachcarson/ -- https://www.youtube.com/user/CoachChadCarson/

May 4, 202057 min

Ep 111#111: Investing in Rental Properties With No Debt - Interview With Rich Carey

Episode #111 - Rich Carey owns 20+ rental properties without any mortgage debt. These rentals give Rich and his family $10,000 of regular, monthly cash flow plus peace of mind. This interview shares Rich's story, how he got started, how he saved the money, and how he bought and managed properties in Alabama while living around the world while in the military. Show notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/rental-properties-no-debt/ Connect with Rich: https://richonmoney.com/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Share the podcast with your friends, coworkers, and family members Connect w/ Coach on Social: -- https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson/ -- https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson -- https://www.instagram.com/coachcarson1/ -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachcarson/ -- https://www.youtube.com/user/CoachChadCarson/

Apr 27, 202053 min

Ep 110#110: How to Buy Good Real Estate Investments, Not Trophy Houses

Episode #110 - Good real estate investments won't always impress your family and friends like a trophy house. In this episode, learn how you can find the "boring" properties that actually make the most money. Companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/good-real-estate-investments-not-trophy-houses/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Share the podcast with your friends, coworkers, and family members Connect w/ Coach on Social: -- https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson/ -- https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson -- https://www.instagram.com/coachcarson1/ -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachcarson/ -- https://www.youtube.com/user/CoachChadCarson/

Apr 20, 202034 min

Ep 109#109: Building Wealth One House at a Time by John Schaub

Episode #109 - This episode contains Coach's favorite big ideas from the great real estate book Building Wealth One House at a Time by John Schaub. You'll learn practical tips and strategies for both new and experienced investors. Buy the book: https://www.coachcarson.com/schaubbook (affiliate link, I receive a small commission) Companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/building-wealth-one-house-time-john-schaub/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Share the podcast with your friends, coworkers, and family members Connect w/ Coach on Social: -- https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson/ -- https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson -- https://www.instagram.com/coachcarson1/ -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachcarson/ -- https://www.youtube.com/user/CoachChadCarson/

Apr 13, 202046 min

Ep 108#108: The Danger of Wishful Thinking During Challenging Times (aka the Stockdale Paradox)

Episode #108 - James Stockdale was a prisoner of war for 7.5 brutal years, and he said that realistic optimism (and not wishful thinking) helped him to survive. In this episode, Coach shares advice from Stockdale that can be very helpful for us when facing challenging times in life or real estate investing. --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Apr 6, 202021 min

Ep 107#107: From Scratch to 15 Multi-Unit Properties in Washington DC

In this episode, Chad interviews 36-year old Joe Breslin, who started investing 13 years ago while earning $16,000/year as a tutor. Today Joe's portfolio of multi-unit properties in Washington DC pays him enough passive income to pay all his bills (and then some)! And with management in place, he spends most of his time with his family, on hobbies, and building a non-profit to address homelessness. Learn how his approach to investing, how he grew safely, and how he finds a balance between work and other activities that matter. Companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/200000-passive-income-real-estate/ Real estate teacher discussed in episode - Greg Pinneo:https://www.thecorco.com/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Mar 30, 202056 min

Ep 106#106: The Emergency Real Estate Survival Kit - 5 Tools For Tough Times

Uncommon economic times call for uncommon tools to help you survive as a real estate investor. In this episode, Coach shares 5 tools (i.e. lessons) that helped him get through the 2008-2009 recession and that you can use to get through 2020. Just think of it as your Emergency Real Estate Survival Kit. --------------------- Companion blog article: https://www.coachcarson.com/real-estate-survival-kit/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Get My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit & Newsletter: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Mar 23, 202026 min

Ep 105#105: How Will the Coronavirus Affect Real Estate Investing?

Episode 105 - In this episode, Coach shares his opinion on how the coronavirus will affect real estate investing over the short-run and the long run. And importantly, he also shares both his "offense" and "defense" strategies to try to prepare for uncertainty no matter what comes next. Companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/coronavirus-affect-real-estate-investing/ My online course: https://coachcarson.com/ress --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Mar 16, 202014 min

Ep 104#104: 5 Steps to Get Unstuck and Off the Ground in Real Estate Investing

Are you stuck or unable to make progress with your real estate investing? This episode is design to give you 5 key steps that you need to break through your real estate obstacles and start making progress. Coach will also host a free webinar on this topic: https://coachcarson.com/webinar For additional episode resources: https://www.coachcarson.com/get-unstuck-real-estate-investing/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Mar 9, 202029 min

Ep 103#103: How a 39-Year-Old Went From Prison to a $375,000 Net Worth in 7 Years

Episode #103 - Bill's life changed drastically at 20 years old when he found himself in prison for 10 years without parole. After experiencing depression and challenges, he decided to slowly change his habits, mindset, and way of life while behind bars. Today, 7 years after leaving prison, Bill is married, lives a clean life, and became a successful entrepreneur & real estate investor. And he and his wife have built a net worth of almost $400,000 that has them on the path to financial independence. This interview shares Bill's dramatic story, transformation, and practical approach to real estate investing and entrepreneurship. Companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/prison-to-a-375000-net-worth/ Real Estate Start School , my course + community, to help you learn how to buy your next real estate investing deal: coachcarson.com/ress My Free Real Estate Investing Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/reitoolkit/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Mar 2, 202050 min

Ep 102#102: How to a Buy Real Estate With Little Cash & No Credit Using Credit Partners

Episode #102 - A credit partner is a real estate investing strategy that allows you as a real estate investor to buy a property with little cash and no credit. And the credit partner gets to invest passively in real estate while still earning a good profit and minimizing their risk. You'll learn how this win-win strategy works, including real-life case studies, in this episode. Companion article with additional resources: https://www.coachcarson.com/credit-partners-real-estate-investment/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Feb 24, 202054 min

Ep 101#101: An Early Retirement Blueprint with Erion Shehaj

Episode #101 - Erion Shehaj is a real estate agent & investor who helps clients use real estate to achieve financial independence. Chad interviews Erion about his approach (called "the Blueprint"), and they dig deep on different wealth building and early retirement techniques, including the rental debt snowball. By the end, you will gain clarity about using real estate to grow wealth and produce income for retirement. 📑 Show notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/retirementblueprint/ Connect with Erion at: https://investingarchitect.com/ https://www.instagram.com/investingarchitect/ https://twitter.com/invarchitect https://www.facebook.com/InvestingArchitect/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCeXOdaGR1-C1iosc_wnJwA --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an Apple Podcast review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Feb 17, 202055 min

Ep 100#100: 10 Impactful Ideas From the First 100 Episodes

Episode #100 - To celebrate the first 100 podcast episodes, Coach shares 10 impactful ideas from the first 100 episodes. You'll also get a chance to win a free copy of his book Retire Early With Real Estate. Show notes, links, & contest details: https://www.coachcarson.com/100-podcast-episodes/ --------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Feb 10, 202037 min

Ep 99#99: My Top 3 Lessons from a 51-Year Real Estate Investing Pro - Pete Fortunato

Episode #99 - In this episode, Coach shares the top 3 lessons he learned from Pete Fortunato, a 51+ year veteran of real estate investing. You can use and apply these lessons to your own investing (and life). Companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/top-3-lessons-51-year-real-estate-investing-pro/ Follow Pete at https://www.peterfortunato.com/ Other podcast episodes mentioned: - Ep 86 - How to Use Seller Financing (aka Owner Financing) to Buy Real Estate - Ep 1 - The Money-Life Manifesto - Ep 3 - Why the Massive Real Estate Empire You Think You Want Won't Give You the Life You Imagine ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Feb 3, 202031 min

Ep 98#98: How to Remember Your Best Ideas - The Someday Maybe List

Episode #98 - Have you ever had a brilliant or important idea, but later on you forgot it?! Life is hectic, and it's easy to lose ideas that you want to remember. But in this episode, Coach shares a simple, easy-to-apply process to remember your best ideas, both in your personal and professional life. The process is called the Someday-Maybe List, and it was coined by David Allen in his amazing book Getting Things Done. You'll also hear about examples of the actual lists Coach uses and how he organizes them in daily planner and Google Docs. Get the book Getting Things Done (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/36gOu9u ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Jan 27, 202013 min

Ep 97#97: How to Retire Early and Confidently Using Real Estate Investing

Episode #97 - Do you have a plan to retire early? If so, how confident are you that it'll work? In this episode, Coach share three case studies of how to use real estate investing to retire early and confidently. After listening you'll have a better idea of the methods and steps needed to create your own early retirement plan. Companion article for this episode: https://www.coachcarson.com/retire-real-estate-investing/ Prior episodes referenced in this podcast: - Ep #7 - Where to Buy Investment Properties - A-B-C-D Rating System - Ep #41 - How to Pick the Ideal Market For Investment Properties - Ep #2 - What's Your Financial Independence Number? Here's Mine - Ep #35 - The Rental Debt Snowball Plan - How to Get Free-and-Clear Rental Properties - Ep #9 - The House Hacking Guide ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Jan 20, 202050 min

Ep 96#96: Mr. Money Mustache on Purposeful Work & Life After Financial Independence

Episode #96 - Mr. Money Mustache (aka Pete Adeney) is the guy who retired at 30 to be a full-time parent and then inspire millions of others to ditch their job early with his popular blog. In this candid interview, Pete shares what his life is really like after financial independence. He also shares his philosophy on meaningful work, parenting, emotions, and the latest tips to achieve financial independence sooner. See show notes for a transcript and additional links and resources: https://www.coachcarson.com/mr-money-mustache/ ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Jan 13, 202017 min

Ep 95#95: My Annual Review - A Look Back at 2019 & Ahead to 2020

Episode #95 - Each year I perform an annual review to learn lessons from the past year and to set goals for the next year. In this episode, I give you a peek behind the scenes and share my annual review related to real estate investing and coachcarson.com. Companion article at: https://www.coachcarson.com/best-of-2019/ Happy New Year! ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Dec 30, 201924 min

Ep 94#94: Should You Keep a Mortgage For the "Tax Benefits"

Episode #94 - It's not smart to pay off a mortgage, because you'll lose the tax benefits. Right? Wrong! This is like letting the tail wag the dog. Tax benefits are one piece of the overall financial analysis of any investing decision. And in this episode of Ask Coach, Chad shares how paying off a mortgage CAN be a good investment decision for some of you. But for others, using the money to buy more properties could be a better investing decision. It all comes down to the math and to your life situation, which you'll hear more about in this episode. ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Dec 26, 201914 min

Ep 93#93: How to Screen to Find the Best Tenants For Your Rental Using Cozy

Episode #93 - As a rental property owner, THE most important step you can take is attracting and keeping good tenants. But that all starts with learning about proper tenant screening. So, in this episode I interview Lucas Hall, a rental property owner, founder of Landlordolgy, and employee at Cozy - a free app rental owners use to screen tenants and self-manage their rental property. To get Cozy for free, go to coachcarson.com/cozy (this is an affiliate link, which means Coach Carson, LLC earns a commission at no extra cost to you). For a copy of Coach Carson's actual tenant screening criteria, go to: https://www.coachcarson.com/tenantscreening ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Dec 23, 201954 min

Ep 92#92: How to Get Important Things Done Every Day - AM and PM Bookends

Episode #92 - Have you ever found yourself looking back at a day and saying to yourself "What happened?! I didn't get ANYTHING done that I wanted to." If so, you're not alone. But there is a way to control at least PART of your day, and it's an idea called AM and PM Bookends that I picked up from Darren Hardy in his book The Compound Effect. I'll explain the idea and how you can apply it in this episode. ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Dec 19, 201910 min

Ep 91#91: How I Set & Achieve Goals Each Year - the Annual Review

Episode #91 - Is there a repeatable process you can use to achieve your goals? For me, the answer is yes. And in this episode, I share the 5 steps I follow at the end of every year during a process called the Annual Review. This process has helped me to build a real estate portfolio, achieve financial independence, make money in my entrepreneurial ventures, and achieve many other personal goals that are important to me. And you're welcome to borrow it to achieve your own goals as well! ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Dec 16, 201948 min

Ep 90#90: How Much Landlord Insurance Do I Need?

Episode #90 - Landlord insurance covers you if your rental property experiences a major financial loss, like from a fire or major, a major water leak, or a lawsuit. But how much coverage do you actually need? And what does a landlord policy actually cover (and what does it NOT cover)? And how do you get past the emotional fear-based sales pitches to the essence of what you actually need as a real estate investor? To answer those questions and more, Chad (aka Coach) shares his experience and best ideas from 17+ years as a landlord who has bought insurance. ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Dec 12, 201915 min

Ep 89#89: The Stoic Real Estate Investor - Ancient Wisdom For the Modern Economy

Episode #89 - The ancient philosophy of Stoicism can be very helpful for real estate investors today. This episode shares stoic practices you from Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and others that you can apply right away. Companion article at: https://www.coachcarson.com/stoic-real-investor-ancient-wisdom-modern-economy/ -------------------------- 🙂If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave a review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Dec 9, 201938 min

Ep 88#88: The Highest Goal (According to Aristotle & Maslow)

Episode #88 - You probably set goals for your finances, your career, and other parts of life. But what is the highest goal? What's the motivation that we all strive towards beyond all those specific goals? Well, smart thinkers like Aristotle in ancient Greece and Abraham Maslow in the 20th century had recommendations for this highest goal. I unpack their ideas in this short "big idea" episode of the podcast. -------------------------- 🙂If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Dec 5, 201915 min

Ep 87#87: How to Find & Negotiate Seller Financing Real Estate Deals (Part 2)

Episode #87 - This is part 2 of 2 in a comprehensive series that explains how to buy real estate with seller financing (aka owner financing). In this episode, you'll learn how to find sellers with a higher likelihood to finance your purchase. Then you'll also learn the important terms you'll want to remember during your negotiation. Companion article at: https://www.coachcarson.com/seller-financing-owner-financing-buy-real-estate/ Additional resources: - Book - The Speed of Trust by Stephen M.R. Covey - https://amzn.to/2ODkdfx - Episode 49 of this podcast - How I Bought 33 Deals in 1 Year - Episode 35 of this podcast - The Rental Debt Snowball - Mailing list sources: Listsource.com and CRSData.com - IRS rates for imputed interest: https://apps.irs.gov/app/picklist/list/federalRates.html - Dyches Boddiford - assets101.com - Subject-To YouTube video: https://youtu.be/ydN34A1VjBg -------------------------- 🙂If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Dec 2, 20191h 13m

Ep 86#86: How to Use Seller Financing (aka Owner Financing) to Buy Real Estate

Episode #86 - This is a comprehensive episode that explains how to buy real estate with seller financing (aka owner financing) and why it's a good idea. Instead of just having 1 or 2 financing options in your toolbox, you'll now learn how to work with sellers to finance all or part of your purchase - often on much better terms than a bank. Companion article at: https://www.coachcarson.com/seller-financing-owner-financing-buy-real-estate/ Lease Option YouTube video: https://youtu.be/SqyFicK5fC4 -------------------------- 🙂 If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave a review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Nov 26, 20191h 1m

Ep 85#85: Do You Need to Be Handy to Invest in Real Estate

Episode #85 - Real estate investing often involves fixing up properties, so does that mean you have to be handy to be a successful real estate investor? Coach Carson reveals that he is definitely NOT handy, yet he's invested in hundreds of properties with repair and maintenance issues. So, if you're in the same boat, you can be successful too. But Coach does share some tips and skills you DO need even if you don't swing a hammer. Book mentioned in the episode: https://amzn.to/32Sq1pg ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Nov 21, 20197 min

Ep 84#84: The 35 Best Niches For Real Estate Investing

Episode #84 - Have you heard that riches are in niches? This is definitely true in real estate investing. So, this episode is a comprehensive guide with 35 real estate investing niches that you can use for yourself. Chad goes through each niche one-by-one to explain what it is and how you can apply it. See the companion article at coachcarson.com/real-estate-investing-niches/ ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Nov 18, 20191h 18m

Ep 83#83: Should You Get a 15-Year or 30-Year Loan

Episode #83 - What's better - a 15-year or a 30-year mortgage when you buy an investment property or your home? In this Ask Coach episode, Chad shares the pluses and minuses to each type of loan and which one he prefers (and why). Other podcast episode mentioned in the show: Ep 35 - The Rental Debt Snowball Plan - How to Get Free-and-Clear Rental Properties. Companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/debt-snowball-plan/ ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Nov 14, 201910 min

Ep 82#82: P/PC Balance - How to Be Effective Over the Short and Long-Run

Episode #82 - The story of the goose & the golden eggs provides timeless lessons you can still apply today. The lesson is all about what's called P/PC balance, or how to be more effective at getting results in your life. See the companion article at https://www.coachcarson.com/p-pc-balance/ Books mentioned in the show: Wooden: A Lifetime of Reflections On and Off the Court (https://amzn.to/32q4kwR) & the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (http://coachcarson.com/7habits) ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Nov 11, 201924 min

Ep 81#81: Can You Invest in Real Estate After a Bankruptcy Foreclosure or Financial Distress

Episode #81 - Life happens, we all make financial mistakes, and sometimes we find ourselves digging out of a financial hole like a bankruptcy, foreclosure, or bad credit. But is it even possible to invest in real estate after a period of financial distress? In this edition of Ask Coach, Chad shares some financial and real estate tips for how you CAN move forward financially and use real estate investing sooner than you may think. ------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Nov 7, 201912 min

Ep 80#80: How to Find, Negotiate, & Buy Off-Market Real Estate Deals - an Interview With Max Maxwell

Episode #80 - Max Maxwell is a real estate wholesaler who buys 10-15 new deals PER MONTH. In this in-depth interview, Coach interviews a master deal-finder & negotiator to find out how he finds off-market real estate investing deals and what he says on the phone and in person with sellers to create a win-win solution. You'll leave this interview with simple, actionable tips that will help you find, negotiate, and close on more real estate deals. How Max finds where the hottest zip codes are. https://www.listsource.com How Max tracks and markets to owners while driving for dollars. Deal Machine App: http://bit.ly/2wVPHml Use Promo Code: FRYZJ2 How Max finds out who owns the house. https://www.peoplefinders.com/people-search -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Nov 4, 201948 min

Ep 78#78: Should You Wait to Invest in Real Estate Until the Next Downturn

The real estate market is hot and prices are sky high in many markets. Should you just wait to invest until prices drop in the next recession? In this episode of Ask Coach, Chad shows you why you may not want to wait. And he also shares how you can invest carefully without getting caught up in the euphoria. -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Oct 31, 20198 min

Ep 79#79: How to Calculate Rental Property Cash Flow – A Comprehensive Guide

Episode #79 - This episode is all about how to calculate rental property cash flow. After you learn these concepts and formulas, you can more confidently use cash flow to build wealth, pay off debt, and achieve financial independence. See the companion article at https://www.coachcarson.com/rental-property-cash-flow/ -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Oct 28, 201942 min

Ep 77#77: How One Couple Got Rich With the Live-In House Flip

Episode #77 - This is an interview with a couple who used a real estate technique called the Live-In Flip to earn tax free profits, build wealth, and eventually retire early at 43 years old. The couple, Mindy Jensen (BiggerPockets Money Podcast) and Carl Jensen (1500days.com), explain how they got started, learned to remodel, overcame obstacles, and more. -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Oct 21, 201915 min

Ep 76#76: Is It a Good Idea to Use a HELOC to Invest in Real Estate?

Episode #76 - Is is a good idea to use a HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit) to invest in real estate? In this Ask Coach edition of the podcast, Chad explains how to safely use a HELOC if you want to buy investment real estate. -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Oct 17, 20198 min

Ep 75#75: $100,000 per Year Rental Income - A Case Study

This episode is a case study that shows in step by step detail how a couple builds a rental income of over $100,000 per year using residential rental properties. See the companion article at coachcarson.com/100000-per-year-rental-income/ -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Oct 14, 201935 min

Ep 74#74: Should I Get My Real Estate License For Investing in Real Estate

Episode #74 - Should you get a real estate license as an investor? Or will it just be a hassle and not provide any value? This is a common question faced by new real estate investors, and in this Ask Coach episode, Chad shares his advice on when you should and should not get your license. -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Oct 10, 20198 min

Ep 74#73: How a 26-Year-Old Achieved Financial Independence in 3 Years With House Hacking

Episode #73 - Financial independence in 3 years?! Yep, it's not only possible but Craig Curelop, the 26-year-old in this interview, actually did it. And he used one of my favorite real estate strategies - house hacking. Craig also wrote a fantastic new book called the House Hacking Strategy. You can get it here: https://www.coachcarson.com/househackingbook (affiliate link - if you buy I earn a commission at no extra to you) -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Oct 7, 201941 min

Ep 72#72: How Do You Use the 50% Rule When Evaluating Rental Properties

Episode #72 - The 50% rule is a shortcut or rule of thumb to evaluate real estate rental opportunities. But how do you use it? Is it effective? Those are the questions Coach tackles in this Ask Coach episode of the podcast. -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Oct 3, 20196 min

Ep 71#71: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence With Chris Mamula

Episode #71 - Chad interviews Chris Mamula, author of the new book ChooseFI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence. Chris retired early at age 41 from a career in physical therapy, and in this interview he shares the principles and steps he applied to reach financial independence early. -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Sep 30, 201939 min

Ep 70#70: Ask Coach - How Do You Finance More Than 4 Rental Properties

Episode #70 - Have you been told no when trying to finance more than 4 properties? Many investors get stuck and can't figure out how to get the financing for their next property. In this episode, Coach shares multiple ways he has financed more than 4 properties and how you can do it too. -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Sep 23, 201912 min

Ep 69#69: Ask Coach - How Do Real Estate Wholesalers Get Paid

Episode #69 - Have you ever wondered how wholesalers get paid? If you're not familiar with wholesalers, they are investors who find good deals and quickly resell them to landlords or flippers. In this episode, Chad explains the actual transactions and ways wholesalers make their money. Whether you'll be buying from a wholesaler or wholesaling properties yourself, this will be a practical and helpful episode. -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Sep 19, 201910 min

Ep 68#68: Buying & Profiting From Wholesale Flips at 24-Years-Old

Episode #68 - This is an interview with a 24-year-old, Julian Colvard, who began finding real estate deals soon after graduating from college. Julian shares the networking, learning, and action steps he's taken to quickly get off the ground as a new real estate wholesaler. Whether you are a new or experienced investor, you'll learn a lot from the humility, smarts, and hustle of this young investor. The companion article to this episode can be found here: https://www.coachcarson.com/?p=13529&preview=true -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Sep 16, 201936 min

Ep 67#67: Ask Coach - What Are the Most Important Criteria For Screening Tenants

Episode #67 - Proper tenant screening is one of THE most important steps as a rental property owner. But what are the most important tenant screening criteria? In this Ask Coach episode, Chad shares the top 3 criteria he uses in his business and why he chose them. -------------------------- If you want to support the show, here are some easy ways: 1) Leave an iTunes review: https://coachcarson.com/itunes 2) Subscribe to my email newsletter at https://www.coachcarson.com/newsletter/ 3) Most importantly, find your friends, coworkers, and family members who may be open to this message and tell them about the podcast! Here's to doing what matters!

Sep 12, 20197 min