The Real Estate Guys Radio Show - Real Estate Investing Education for Effective Action

With the stock market stagnant and bonds and banks paying anemic interest rates, where can investors go to get high yields? Not everyone is willing to deal with the trials and tribulations of tenants and toilets. Is Wall Street the only option or is there someplace else to go for big cash flow profits? In this episode of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show, hosts Robert Helms and Russell Gray visit with real estate investor and entrepreneur Ron Black as he reveals a unqiue investment niche he's found. One that provides low risk, high yield cash flow without long term commitments or big transaction expenses. Want more? Visit www.realestateguysradio.com and sign up for the free newsletter! - Sorry for the duplicate post, but there was a problem with the iTunes feed. If you can't hear the episode on iTunes, go to http://realestateguysradio.com/listen/. Thanks!

With the stock market stagnant and bonds and banks paying anemic interest rates, where can investors go to get high yields? Not everyone is willing to deal with the trials and tribulations of tenants and toilets. Is Wall Street the only option or is there someplace else to go for big cash flow profits? In this episode of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show, hosts Robert Helms and Russell Gray visit with real estate investor and entrepreneur Ron Black as he reveals a unqiue investment niche he's found. One that provides low risk, high yield cash flow without long term commitments or big transaction expenses. Want more? Visit www.realestateguysradio.com and sign up for the free newsletter!

Cash flow is the life-blood of financial success for household and businesses. Cash flow is what a professional investor buys when purchasing both stocks and real estate. But when Property Management Stupidity (PMS) sets in, it can cramp cash flow. Left unattended, PMS causes balance sheet anemia and leads to a stained credit score. In this episode, The Real Estate Guys discuss the causes and cures for Property Management Stupidity with expert in-studio guest and second generation property manager, Jay Hartley. Listen to this podcast and discover how to find the best property management company, stop the bleeding on your rental house and other rental property, avoid loss to your real estate investment and make money as a property owner and landlord. The Real Estate Guys Radio Show podcast provides education, information and training to help investors make money with their real estate investments. Want more? Visit www.realestateguysradio.com and sign up for the free newsletter!

A candid conversation with an attorney on the legal state-of-the-art in loan modifications. In this radio show, The Real Estate Guys talk about what programs are working now as property owners, lenders, attorneys, the courts and government are all busy sorting through the foreclosure crisis. What is the best way to save your home and rental houses? How much money does it cost to get a professional service to help? Has the recent news about widespread mortgage fraud improved your odds of success? Is it possible to negotiate a successful workout and avoid the loss of your credit, cash savings and retirement? In a weak jobs market and declining or uncertain income for millions of homeowners, it takes a good survival plan to avoid bankruptcy. The choices aren't always clear, yet every decision is critical to getting a loan workout deal you can live with. The first and best investment is in your own education, so tune in as Robert and Russ talk with attorney Reuben Nathan. Want more? Visit our Distressed Borrower Help Center at www.realestateguysradio.com and click on Resources. While you're there, sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter!

The profit potential of foreign markets has given rise to a growing number of global opportunity seekers in both stocks and real estate. And not just for developing markets, but thanks to currency fluctuations and an ever more global economy, to take advantage of shifting tides of capital, business and jobs into mature markets. But before you get dollar signs in your eyes and charge off to buy cheap, beautiful property in warm, affordable, tax favorable markets (which is SOOOO tempting), it’s smart to get some guidance from people who’ve gone before. This episode of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show features an interview with an attorney who serves as general counsel to an international real estate investor and developer. His job is to help his client avoid the arrows - and to extract them when one strikes. Listen in and discover what things you should be thinking about as your take your real estate investing across the border.Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup/

Located in the #1 hub for global real estate, CEO Teresa Kinney oversees the largest local association of Realtors in the nation. With access to all the statistics, plus gobs of anecdotal data from over 23,000 agents, she has more insight into international real estate activity than just about anyone else! Of course, we couldn’t wait to ask her a zillion questions. Tune in and find out what she has to say! Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys™ free newsletter at www.realestateguysradio.com.

Low interest rates are used to stimulate the economy. But if you're an income investor, low interest rates are depressing. There's a BIG difference between getting 4 percent on your savings and only getting 1 percent! But with so much uncertainty in the economy, how can an investor substantially increase yield without dramatically increasing risk? Great question! And one that millions of investors are facing right now - so it's the topic of today's episode. Join hosts Robert Helms and Russell Gray for a highly interesting discussion which will yield some great ideas for investors and syndicators alike. Plus, there's an interview with a special guest who's found a way to produce high yields without high risk. This show is sure to "peak" your interest too! Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup/ - and tell a friend!

Top performers in athletics, entertainment, business and politics all have coaches and trusted advisors. These mentors help shape the attitudes, habits, beliefs and skills that blend together to create success. When it comes to real estate investing, there are many different approaches to mentoring - and lots of people offering their mentoring services. But what is real estate investor mentoring really all about? And how do you make it work in the real world? The Real Estate Guys sit down with a former school teacher turned full-time real estate investor to find out what role mentors played in his development. Tune in and discover what lessons you can learn about making the most of the experience, knowledge and wisdom of others. Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at www.realestateguysradio.com

Just as injuries are part of a pro athlete's life, so are legal altercations part of a real estate investor's life. You do everything you can to avoid them, but when they come up it's always smart to get professional help. Unfortunately, like doctors, lawyers don't come cheap and it's important to make sure the cure doesn't make the injury worse. To help unravel the mystery of motivating your lawyer to take your case without you writing a blank check, we invited an experienced attorney into the studio. Join Robert Helms, Russell Gray and special guest Jeff Lerman for another excercise in broadcast excellence! Want more? Sign up for the FREE newsletter at www.realestateguysradio.com.

The financial reform bill redefined who qualifies as an accredited investor. If you like to pool your money with other people's money so you can get in on bigger deals, there are some new rules to play by. And if you're syndicating deals, then you REALLY need to be careful - because the effects are immediate. Join Robert Helms, Russell Gray and the Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms as they dive deeply into the deep end of deciphering what all this change really means to real estate investors. Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup/

Protecting your money in today's highly uncertain economy is surely very challenging. Real estate equity and bank accounts used to be among the SAFEST places to keep your savings. Today, real estate equity has shrunk and getting access to it is next to impossible. And with record bank failures even the old saying "sure as money in the bank" seems a little outdated. Add horribly low interest rates and, to compound the injury, taxes on your meager interest earnings, it's enough to make you wonder what this financial world is coming to. Well, we have good news. There's a new way to look at an old product - one that is time tested and has survived its fair share of economic turmoil. Join Robert, Russ and the Godfather as they explore the creative uses of life insurance with expert guest Patrick Donohoe. Want More? Sign Up for The Real Estate Guys™ Free Newsletter at www.realestateguysradio.com.

Steve Forbes is the billionaire CEO of Forbes Magazine and a two time presidential candidate. He’s also an author and outspoken advocate for free market capitalism. His latest book, How Capitalism Will Save Us, describes his contention that too much government is bad for business. As real estate guys, we know our properties do better when businesses are hiring (remember when they used to do that?) and our tenants have jobs. So we’re always interested in finding those places where jobs are being created. To do so, it’s important we understand what conditions stimulate job growth. Steve Forbes says he knows the answer. Any time a billionaire is willing to share their thoughts with us, we’re listening and taking notes. This is the last in our series of interviews captured at the Freedom Fest conference in Las Vegas. To stay up to date with The Real Estate Guys, sign up for our free newsletter at www.realestateguysradio.com.

Special guest Peter Schiff sits down face to face with host Robert Helms to reveal how he accurately predicted the mortgage meltdown and subsequent financial crisis. Schiff was a lone voice in the wilderness while promoting his 2006 book in which he accurately predicted virtually all that has actually transpired. While most media pundits derided him (see the videos in our broadcast blog on our website), he stood firm. Today, Schiff is seeking to represent Connecticut in the US Senate. Politics aside, as real estate investors, it's interesting to hear what Peter has to say about inflation, jobs, mortgage rates and real estate. We learned a lot and think you will too! Want more? Sign up for our free newsletter at www.realestateguysradio.com.

Interviews with twelve fascinating speakers from Freedom Fest 2010. Each is expert on one or more topics related to economics, tax, asset protection, finance and going offshore - and all have strong opinions about the state of the US economy. We talk inflation vs. deflation, big government vs. free markets, domestic vs. global, and much, much more! There's an attorney who specializes in clients worth $10 million or more; an energy and infrastructure expert who says innovation is the key to creating American jobs - and that savers are fueling the recession (what?!?); a former US Congressman who now helps people live and prosper offshore; a CPA who specializes in clients with offshore holdings; two of the attorneys who defended Wesley Snipes agains the IRS; an economic analyst who says "we're on the precipice of the greatest stock market decline in our lifetime"; and several other equally intriguing guests. This is a marathon session, so bring your lunch and get ready for several rapid fire interviews with some of the most interesting people we've ever talked with. Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup/.

Investment banker Jeff Villwock shares his story of seeing a problem and making it an opportunity. The story within the story is how The Real Estate Guys met Jeff and how important it is to get out in the world with an open mind. There are smart people on every side of every issue and when it comes to public policy, one man's solution is another man's disaster, and vice versa. In this case, Jeff sees a problem brewing in the US and is going offshore to create a solution. The beautiful thing is that no matter what happens, it's all good. Join Robert, Russ and special guest Jeff Villwock for another exciting odyssey in audio excellence. Want more? Get The Real Estate Guys Radio Show free newsletter! Visit www.realestateguysradio.com.

Need a secret weapon to help in your loan mod negotiations? Special guest Martin Andelman updates on the state of the art in the loan mod wars. HAMP hasn't helped a whole lot, but it's getting better. For all their good intentions, consumer protection laws have left consumers unrepresented when facing off against the bigger, better equipped banks. But our guest says the tide is turning with the advent of a new tool now available to borrowers. Find out what it is and how it works - and how you can order Martin Andelman's free report The Underwater Borrower's Secret Weapon - How to Make Modifying Your Loan Your Lender's Idea. Join Robert, Russ, the Godfather and special guest Martin Andelman for another exciting episode of The Real Estate Guys™ Radio Show! The Real Estate Guys™ Radio Show provides ideas, perspectives and resources to help real estate investors succeed. Sign up for our free newsletter at www.realestateguysradio.com.

Answering listeners questions is always fun. For this episode we dig through the e-mail bag and pull out some good ones. Is a house for $1,000 a good deal? Will Fannie and Freddie still be my friend after I file bankruptcy? Are tax liens safe? Plus thoughts on buying real estate with an IRA and how to bounce back from a financial wipeout. Join Robert Helms, Russell Gray and the Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms for all the answers! Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys™ free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup/

Combine business with pleasure this summer! Discover how to look for real estate opportunities while on vacation - or how to turn your real estate trips into a vacation. In either case, it's fun and makes good financial sense. Join Robert Helms, Russell Gray and the Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms for a lively discussion of fun based deal hunting. Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup/

Once prized retail assets are available at bargain basement prices. Does that mean they're a good deal? Our expert guest has 30 years and billions of dollars of experience. He says now just might be the best time he's ever seen to make big money in retail. But the game has changed, so to win, you need creative solutions for today's challenges. Join Robert Helms, Russell Gray and the Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms as they explore the state of retail real estate with special guest, veteran real estate investor, Tom Morris. Discover how Tom is overcoming a difficult economy using inside knowledge, relationships and creativity.Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup.

Economist and businessman Dr. Mark Skousen discusses his views and outlook on real estate and economic policy, including what he believes is the single most important component of a sustainable recovery. Dr. Skousen also shares his insights into the increasing interest in off-shore investing. As a former Forbes Magazine columnist and the promoter of Freedom Fest, he has access to the ideas and opinions of several very intriguing people, including Steve Forbes, Peter Schiff and Whole Foods CEO John Mackey. Celebrate the first amendment and tune into this very interesting show! Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys™ free newsletter at www.realestateguysradio.com.

What's a reasonable return on investment in today's market? As you might expect, the answer is, "It depends!" Every investor must accept risk in order to attain reward. Even doing nothing is a risk with its own reward. The obvious goal is to achieve maximum reward with minimum risk. Duh. But what are the risks and how do you assess them? What are the potential returns? What's about the not-so-obvious risks? And what's reasonable to expect in today's economy? Tough questions!Balancing in our chairs behind The Real Estate Guys™ golden microphones (actually, they're black with smelly foam that prevents our P's from popping too profusely), to talk through all of these perplexities are your Host and mental gymnast, Robert Helms; Co-host and floor tumbler, Russell Gray; and Chief spotter, the Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms.Real estate is as much an art as it is a science. There are so many different markets, sub-markets, product types and deal structures to choose from. Beyond that, there are variations in economic conditions, seller motivations, tax laws, interest rates and on and on and on. The types of returns which can be attained in a real estate investment range from bankruptcy (on the VERY negative side) to infinite returns (profit on nothing invested). We like the latter better, don't you?Recognizing that real estate investing is "non-traditional" when compared to the conventional approach of "work hard, pay taxes, live below your means and buy stocks, bond and mutual funds for the long haul" - we talk about the ranges of returns which are reasonable to expect when investing in certain kinds of real estate. We also talk about how certain deal structures can really improve your ROI.Another topic of discussion is the risks of investing versus those of NOT investing. There is an adage which says that the more risk you take, the more return you should demand. We agree with that one. Of course, it presupposes that you understand the risks and can factor them into your decisions.There is another adage which says that higher returns mean more risk. NOT NECESSARILY! There are actually deal structures which REDUCE risk while INCREASING return. So of course, we talk about those things because they are among our favorite benefits of real estate investing!After this broadcast, we slipped off our leotards (sorry, bad visual) and headed for the showers (worse visual!), pleased with our performance. Now we're waiting for the judges (that's you) to put our scores. We only ask that not take into consideration what we look like in our leotards. And, that you remember to take us to the gym because, as you probably already know after the leotard visual, we REALLY need the workout!Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys™ free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-sig

Lots of good real estate news lately! Does that mean real estate is back? Inquiring minds want to know! So we decide to dig deeper into the headlines to see what we can find out. In the news room for this broadcast are your host and chief news analyst, Robert Helms; Co-host and head article clipper, Russell Gray; and the stone tablet reviewer, The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms.Thanks to the internet, real estate investors have more access to more information than ever before! But to whom much is given, much is required. It's more important than ever to consider carefully what is being reported, who's reporting it, and whether the underlying facts are accurate.We shoot through reports on news about housing, employment, consumer confidence and economic trends - all of which provide clues we can use to determine what's really happening out there. Of course, you always run the risk of paralysis of analysis, so managing your mindset is just as important as filtering through all the noise.At the end of the day (and this broadcast!), it all comes down to taking action. Knowledge is only power when acted upon. If there's opportunity in turmoil, then a key to success is to take action when others are hesitating. How? Tune in and find out!Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup/

Finding great deals is a lot harder than it sounds. Or is it? We always say that every problems presents one or more opportunities. That sounds really good in a seminar or on the radio, but what about in the real world?In our continuing quest to find resources to help real estate investors succeed, we found an entrepreneur who looked at all the carnage in the low end housing market and saw a business opportunity. In fact, we were so impressed that after out first meeting we decided to fly to his office and look at his operation. While we were there, we fired up the microphones and recorded an interview. Wouldn't you like to hear it? We thought so! Behind the microphones on location in Austin, Texas:• Your host and lead explorer, Robert Helms• Co-host, financial strategist and travel coordinator, Russell Gray• Lawyer, entrepreneur, investment banker and CEO, Jeffrey BallAnyone who's every watched a late night TV infomercial has probably heard the terms "REO" and "Wholesale". And at 2:00 am, the idea of buying bank owned properties for pennies on the dollar SOUNDS easy to do. But anyone who's every tried knows it's a whole lot harder than it looks. So even if you're well educated and adequately capitalized, getting into the deal flow can be elusive. Correction, getting into the GOOD deal flow is elusive.Of course, most people only look at a problem from their own perspective. If deal flow is a problem for investors, what about the banks who are holding repossessed properties? Our guest points out that the banks have problems too! And he tells why the problem is worse on the lower priced properties.Wow! If both the buyers (investors like you) and sellers (banks holding repo'd property) have problems, there MUST be an opportunity in there somewhere, right?Of course there is!Once we understand the problems from both sides, Jeff reveals how he built a business around solving the problems. What's most exciting is there is a role for individual investors to play.If you know there's great deals in distressed property, but haven't figured out a practical way to get into the deal flow, then this show is for you!

Options contracts are a powerful, yet often misunderstood and underutilized tool in an investor's tool box. What exactly are real estate options contracts? How do they work? Most importantly, how can you use them to create profits? Listen as host Robert Helms, optional co-host Russell Gray, and The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms talk options. Discover how to use an option to play a rumor, lock in a great price, buy time to arrange financing - and much more! We know you have options when you listen to the radio. Thank you for choosing The Real Estate Guys™! Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup/

International Real Estate Developer Beth Clifford joins Robert, Russ and the Godfather to discuss the why and how of integrating a global lifestyle with real estate investing. The world has changed! The internet has made it smaller, the economy has become much more global, and there are more challenges and opportunities than ever before. What global trends are affecting the location and type of desirable real estate? What is one of the fastest growing demographics in the world (you'll be surprised!)? What does it take to make the leap from local living to a global investing lifestyle? Beth shares about her own transition from corporate America to international real estate investor and developer. Are you ready to become a global real estate mogul? Tune in and find out!Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup/

A candid conversation with one investor who is getting back on the road to real estate riches after the downturn wiped out much of his portfolio. We often say that a bend in the road isn’t the end of the road - unless you fail to make the turn! The real estate market made a sharp turn a couple of years ago. Lots of people failed to adjust and are no longer in the business. Many of those who are still on the path had to make adjustments. From Donald Trump to Walter Sanford to Robert Kiyosaki to Wayne Palmer, we never get tired of hearing the riches to rags to riches stories. Successful people are successful - even when they’re failing - because they know how to manage their fears, analyze their failures, get the lessons and take effective action to come back bigger and better than before. We decided to catch up with David Campbell, a former high school teacher turned real estate millionaire who lost nearly everything when the mortgage meltdown slammed property values. Now, he’s rebuilding - using the lessons from the hard times to build a much stronger and more stable portfolio. Tune in and find out how David manages his psychology in the face of setbacks, and how his approach to real estate investing has changed. David shares his new investment philosophy and reveals what property types and markets he’s having success with right now - and why. If you think winners never lose, then this show will show you that bad things can happen to good investors. But a good investor will shift gears and get back on track!

Unless you’ve been living off planet, you know that the real estate world has changed dramatically in the last few years. Why? Because financing as we came to know and love it has all but disappeared. But does that mean people have stopped wanting to buy real estate? Of course not! The idea of fractional (not “fractured”, though many underwater property owners may feel that way) ownership isn’t new. It’s a proven structure which is often used to allow people the opportunity to enjoy the use and ownership of resort properties. But it’s also a great technique for building a diverse portfolio of investment property. And of course, you can combine resort property and your investment goals in what we call Lifestyle Investing. That's one of our FAVORITE ways to invest! We think market conditions are ripe for more people to consider fractional structures. So we decided it would be a good idea to talk to one of the biggest brains on the subject, Dr. Dick Ragatz. Anytime you call someone “doctor”, you know they’re pretty smart. Dr. Ragatz has a Master’s degree from the University of California at Berkeley and a Ph.D. in City and Regional Planning from Cornell. He taught Housing Market Analysis at Cornell and also at the University of Oregon. He’s been an active participant and leader in many industry trade groups including the American Society of Planning Officials, the American Institute of Planner, the American Institute of Certified Planners, and our personal favorite, the American Resort Development Association (ARDA). He won awards for outstanding contributions from ARDA in 1989, 1995 and 2006. We could go on and on, but you get the point. He’s a really smart and accomplished guy, the kind you would want to sit down and talk real estate with. So, since you couldn’t do that yourself, we did it for you! Check out this very informative interview with this highly intelligent industry leader. Get the inside scoop on what’s happening in one of the most interesting segments of the ever-changing real estate industry, courtesy of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show! You’re welcome. ;-)

Insights and reflections from Summit Faculty including Rich Dad Advisors Ken McElroy, Wayne Palmer, Garrett Sutton; plus international developer Beth Clifford, attorney Mauricio Rauld, the Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms and the Guys! Recorded with a live studio audience on the Carnival Triumph as we sail through the Caribbean. Come on board!

Home ownership is the American Dream. Or is it? For many, home ownership has turned out to be a nightmare. So we decided to examine the pros and cons of owning the roof over your head in today's economy. Join Robert, Russ and the Godfather for a discussion on whether it still makes sense to own your own home.

Does debt free mean no leverage? Or are there other ways to optimize return that don’t include mortgages? The Real Estate Guys look take a fresh look at an old school concept: investing for cash - even when you don’t have any! Join Robert, Russ and The Godfather as they discuss when cash is essential in today’s market; why “cash is trash” and how to protect the value of your dollars; leverage that doesn’t involve borrowing; and ways to play even when your cash on hand is minimal.

Best selling author Jordan Goodman explains how debt is different as the US attempts to break the gravitational pull of the Great Recession. New credit card laws went into effect for 2010 and changed the rules for credit card issuers. What adjustments do credit card holders need to make? Plus, with record unemployment more people are looking for professional help. What are the important differences between Debt Settlement and Credit Counseling - and which is better? Of course, the biggest debt for most people is their mortgage - or for investors, their collection of mortgages. Long time listeners know The Real Estate Guys are not big fans of mortgage acceleration, but Jordan showed us a technique that made both dollars and sense! Is it really possible to accelerate a loan without amortization? Amazing! Lastly, for many people, foreclosure and bankruptcy are part of their new reality. Does that mean game over - or is there life after these types of setbacks? Join Robert, Russ, The Godfather and special guest Jordan Goodman and find out!

Are lenders REALLY writing down loans for property owners - or is it just an urban legend? The topic has made headlines lately, but what’s happening in the real world? In today’s episode, The Real Estate Guys bring back mortgage mitigation expert David Lies to discuss the state of the art in real world principal reduction for homeowners and investors alike. David talks about the underwhelming success of the government’s Home Affordable Modification Program and reveals a brand new market driven solution for underwater property owners. He says you can solve your cash flow problem and achieve instant equity too! Is this too good to be true or have we found the Holy Grail of Loan Modification? Tune in and find out!

Hanging on can be smart or dumb. How do you know the difference? For this show, The Guys discuss the things an investor needs to think about when deciding whether a property is worth keeping. Sometimes the smartest investment is the one you walk away from. Other times tenacity pays off. Join Robert, Russ and the Godfather as they discuss every investor's dilemma - and how to make good choices.

Expert guest Kim Butler reveals how the right kind of life insurance can be a powerful cash management tool for LIVING real estate investors. WOW! Life insurance that is NOT to die for. Tune in as Kim, Robert, Russ and the Godfather discuss non-traditional financial planning, "Prosperity Economics", and the amazing similarities between whole life insurance and real estate.

Can real estate help pay for college? Attorney Jeff Lerman shares his knowledge and experience; plus,an important warning about what investors MUST know about the California Home Equity Sales Contract before buying a distressed property. Join host Robert Helms, co-host Russell Gray and the Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms for a lively discussion with attorney Jeff Lerman. Topics include how to compare the cost of on campus housing to off campus ownership, the pros and cons of single family homes versus condominiums; plus insights from a real life case study!

It takes more than desire and hard work to win a gold medal or make millions in real estate. The Guys break down the Winter Olympics to glean powerful performance principles from some of the worlds best athletes. How do real estate investors apply these important lessons in order to achieve their fullest potential? Join Robert, Russ and the Godfather and find out!

Whats happening in commercial real estate? The Guys look at trends in sales and cap rates in retail real estate, issues with maturing loans and their effect on multi-family properties, and the reality of tenant defaults in the commercial world. Plus, theres a discussion on the effect of the soft economy on office vacancy. Then the show concludes with a look where the opportunities are in todays every changing commercial market. Join host Robert Helms, co-host Russell Gray and the 'Godfather of Real Estate' Bob Helms for another informative episode of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show!

Realtor to the stars Sharona Alperin joins the Guy to talk high end real estate, getting rich in a niche and how to work effectively with high profile, high net worth people. Plus the Guys reveal where you can meet some "real estate rock stars"!

TEAM of Experts and Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms Tyler Cohee, Trustee Verification Specialist On this week's show we'll discuss The Ethics Surrounding Loan Agreements When to Consider a Strategic Default Trustee Verification Delays How to Reduce Your Principal When the Lender Says No Various Methods to Prolong Foreclosure Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks! This podcast is brought to you by Audible.com. Download a free audiobook of your choice today at

TEAM of Experts & Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms David Lies, Home Rescue Financial Services On this week's show we'll discuss: The Current State of the Art in Loan Modifications Common Misconceptions and Misunderstandings Who is an Ideal Candidate for a Workout or Modification? Understanding the 4 steps of the HAMP Waterfall The Two Things Lenders Require Before Modifying a Loan Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks!

TEAM of Experts & Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell GrayThe "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob HelmsCertified Public Accountant Tom Wheelwright On this week's show we'll discuss: Taxes as a Tool for Wealth CreationCommon Tax Mistakes Investors MakeSome Reasons You Might Not Choose a 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchange How to Find a Competent Tax ProfessionalChanges in Tax Law for 2010 That RE Investors Need to Know About Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks!

TEAM of Experts & Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms On this week's show we'll discuss: Creative Financing and Finding Professionals that Understand The Risks of Investing in Mexico Close-To-Home Opportunities Created by the Changing Market The Pros & Cons of Vacation Property as an Investment What to Do When the Experts Disagree

TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray Author and Investor Gary Eldred, Ph. D On this week's show we'll discuss: Comparing the Three Primary Sources of Retirement Income Some Insight Into Dubai and Other Global Markets The Good News About Bad Credit A Strategy Worthy of Your Consideration Positioning Yourself in the New Economy Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks!This podcast is brought to you by Audible.com. Download a free audiobook of your choice today at

TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray Author, Developer and Investor Ken McElroy Rich Woman Kim Kiyosaki On this week's show we'll discuss: The Outlook for Real Estate in 2010 Some Challenges as well as Areas of Opportunity Prediction: The Next Market Segment to Tank Prediction: The Next Economic Growth Wave Your Best Tools for the New Year Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks! This podcast is brought to you by Audible.com. Download a free audiobook of your choice today at http://www.audiblepodcast.com/realestateguys

TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host Robert Helms Co Host and Financial Strategist Russell Gray The Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms On this weeks show well discuss: Buying Investment Property Long Distance The Importance of Developing Your Personal Investment Philosophy The Three ways People Learn Choices When You Cant Afford to Keep an Investment Property Opinions on the Southern California Market Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page Thanks

TEAM of Experts and Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms Attorney and Author Garrett Sutton On this week's show we'll discuss: Asset Protection Strategies for Real Estate Investors Important Changes in Estate Tax Law Comparison of States When Forming an Entity Other Considerations for Year End Planning Looking Forward to a Prosperous 2010 Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks!

TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms On this week's show we'll discuss: When to Consider a Short Sale When Selling a Property Your Lender’s Motivation and the Likely Timeline Choosing Your Short Sale Team Deficiency, Debt Forgiveness and the 1099-C What to Watch Out For in Today's Climate Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks!

TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms On this week's show we'll discuss: Market Considerations After the Mortgage Meltdown The Five Primary Indicators when Analyzing a Market Using Today's Technology to Gain an Advantage When the "Loan Tail" Can Wag the "Property Dog" Why "Kicking the Dirt" is More Important Than Ever Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks!

Behind the golden microphones this week: - Host, Robert Helms - Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray - The Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms - Special Guest, Rich Dad Gold Advisor Mike MaloneyOn this weeks show The Real Estate Guys discuss: - Gold just hit a record high! What does that mean? - Fiat currency and its affect on your wealth - The relationship between gold and real estate - are there patterns you can profit from? - The growth in the supply of base money and what it means for real estatePlease let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks!

TEAM of Experts and Guests - Your Host, Robert Helms - Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray - The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms - Certified Mortgage Planner Mark Coach Soto On this week's show we'll discuss: - Who Should Consider a Reverse Mortgage and Who Qualifies - The Nuts and Bolts of a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage - Understanding FHA Insurance and Third Party Counseling - Common Misconceptions About Reverse Mortgages - Ways to Use the HECM as an Investment ToolPlease give us some feedback - write a review and rate us on our itunes page!