Knowing how to buy a business is a lot like knowing how to buy a rental property. First, you’ll need to know the price of the asset, then the cash flow, followed by expenses, and finally the structure. Because buying real estate is perceived as “simpler” than buying a business, most investors decide to go the real estate route—but they could be missing out. Codie Sanchez saw this opportunity when she was working in venture capital and decided to try out the business buying route herself, just on a smaller scale.Codie can be perceived as your classic “value-add” investor, which much of the real estate investing community can relate to. She finds a business that has a strong foundation but lacks the tech or marketing to grow faster or increase its profits. When a business has a strong underlying value, just like a rental property, it’s easier than most people think to “renovate” it into something that will sell for far higher.Codie stresses that buying businesses isn’t so different from buying real estate. She also categorizes which businesses real estate investors should buy if they’re looking to maximize their cash flow and minimize their expenses. With some help from Codie, you could be relying on much more than just rent checks soon! In This Episode We CoverWhat a “value-add business” looks like and how to find undervalued businesses Evaluating and analyzing a business purchase and which key metrics to calculate before making an offerBuying off-market businesses and why most business owners never consider selling (until you ask)The three questions every investor MUST ask before buying a business Buying instead of building and how trying to build a business can cost you much more than just moneyBecoming the business owner, not the operator, and outsourcing everything you can And So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastDavid’s YouTube ChannelHear Codie’s Interview on The BiggerPockets Business PodcastHow to Use the DISC Profile to Communicate Effectively in Business“Contrarian Thinking” NewsletterQuiet LightBizBuySellEmpire FlippersConnect with David:David’s InstagramDavid’s BiggerPockets ProfileConnect with Rob:Rob's YoutubeRob's InstagramRob's TikTokRob's TwitterRob's BiggerPockets ProfileConnect with Codie:Codie's TwitterCodie's InstagramCodie's TikTokClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-614See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Buying an investment property is a lot like exercising. At first, you don’t know any of the verbiage, then you start learning the tools, and finally, after some repetition (and help from those around you), you can become a real estate (or jiu-jitsu/weight lifting/yoga) expert! Think of David Greene and Rob Abasolo as your spotters for today’s deep dive into buying a rental property. Their advice will help you lift the weight, even if you feel uneasy at times!David and Rob, unsurprisingly, started out like everyone else in the real estate investing space. They had no deals, no experience, and not a lot of money. But, over the past decade, both have become experts in their specific investing niches—through trial and a lot of error. Now, they bring you more than a decade worth of combined experience so you can stop hesitating and start taking action.If 2022 is the year for you to start building wealth and pave your path to financial freedom, then this is THE episode to listen to. David and Rob discuss the five most common rookie real estate mistakes and six bite-sized steps that will allow you, no matter your experience, to buy your first, or next, real estate deal. They’ll also give a full walkthrough on how to analyze a real estate deal, plus a special bonus that will allow you to hyper-accelerate your growth in the real estate investing world!In This Episode We CoverThe two biggest hurdles that stop people from ever investing in real estateThe wealth-building “pillars” that all investors must know before they start investing Five common mistakes that almost every real estate rookie will faceWhy new investors should “commit” before they start educating themselves Using your network around you to find real estate leads, financing, and contractorsHow to analyze a deal for free using the BiggerPockets Rental Calculator And So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastInvest in David and Rob’s Next PropertyDavid’s YouTube ChannelGrab Your Tickets for BPCon 2022Get a Special Discount on BiggerPockets Pro Using Code “REPOD22“BiggerPockets CalculatorFind an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your AreaHear Our Episode with Rent By the Room Expert Todd BaldwinWatch David’s Interview with CNN on Rising Interest RatesWork with David’s Team at The One Brokerage on Your Next Home LoanConnect with David:David’s InstagramDavid’s BiggerPockets ProfileConnect with Rob:Rob's YoutubeRob's InstagramRob's TikTokRob's TwitterRob's BiggerPockets ProfileClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-613See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cash flow and appreciation are at opposite ends of the investing spectrum. One will fuel your current lifestyle while the other will slowly, silently build your long-term wealth. The cash flow vs. appreciation debate has gotten even stronger this year as home prices continue to rise and cash flow prospects dwindle in formerly stable markets. Is there a way to still get the benefits of long-term growth while also taking home a sizeable rent check?If there’s one man to ask, it’s your host, David Greene, who’s joining us for another episode of Seeing Greene. David knows a thing or two about buying for different purposes, in different market conditions, with different exit strategies. He’s not only asked about how to do this on today’s episode, he’s also asked questions like who should be on the mortgage when buying a rental with a partner, whether to sell or refi a rental, what to do when your DTI (debt-to-income) ratio is too high, dealing with difficult sellers, and how to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Want to ask David a question? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can hop on a live Q&A and get your question answered on the spot! In This Episode We CoverHow to split title and mortgage costs when investing with a spouse or partner Whether to focus on one market or several markets with different benefits in eachWhen to sell or refi a rental property (especially if interest rates are rising) How to purchase your next primary residence AFTER you’ve quit your W2 for real estateDealing with difficult sellers and how to “convince” them to accept your offerWhy being uncomfortable when investing is a sure sign of growth And So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastDavid’s YouTube ChannelGrab Your Tickets for BPCon 2022BiggerPockets Money PodcastReal Estate Rookie PodcastAsk David Your Real Estate Investing QuestionHow to Use a HELOC to Buy Real EstateHow to Embrace the Uncertainty of Change & Make Your First Deal Cash Flow vs. Appreciation—What Experienced Investors Know That You Don’tWork with The One Brokerage For Your Next MortgageBooks Mentioned in the Show:Long-Distance Real Estate Investing by David GreeneConnect with David:David’s InstagramDavid’s BiggerPockets ProfileClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-612See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

House flipping is a very potent form of investing. After just one fix and flip, many investors find themselves hooked, leaving their stable jobs for the profit (and rush) or finishing another flip. This happened quickly to Jason Pritchard, flipper and rental property investor in central California. Jason was working at a sales job he hated and after watching one of the many famous HGTV flipping shows, thought, “Hey, I could do that!”He gave it a try, using his life savings and retirement funds available to him. It was a success, so he decided to scale up. One flip grew to a few, and now, Jason's team does over seventy-five flips and wholesale deals per year! This incredible volume didn’t happen overnight—it took Jason seven years to go from W2 worker to one of the best flippers in the state! And it’s not just flipping Jason is after. He’s been able to grow a massive rental property portfolio, some eighty-three units, at the same time!You’re probably wondering how Jason did this so fast. Worry not, as he details every step from how he finds leads, builds a team, pays the taxman, and even compensates employees. If you’re trying to get your foot into the flipping door, Jason’s story should inspire you to do almost exactly what he did. In This Episode We CoverUsing the skills from your job and translating them to make real estate riches Building a business and the most important step most flippers/wholesalers skipFunding your flips and why paying taxes might be a good thing when it comes to financingHow to find employees that will grow with your business, even if you feel like you “can’t” hire just yetPrivate money lenders and using them to scale your business even bigger And So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastInvest in David and Rob’s Next PropertyDavid’s YouTube ChannelGrab Your Tickets for BPCon 2022BiggerPockets Money PodcastReal Estate Rookie PodcastAirbnbHow to Flip a House & Make a ProfitHow to Build a Highly Effective Real Estate TeamHow I Find Private Money Lenders to 100% Fund My DealsBooks Mentioned in the Show:The Go-Giver by Bob BUrgThink and Grow Rich by Napoleon HillConnect with David:David’s InstagramDavid’s BiggerPockets ProfileConnect with Rob:Rob's YoutubeRob's InstagramRob's TikTokRob's TwitterRob's BiggerPockets ProfileConnect with Jason:Jason's InstagramJason's FacebookClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-611See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building a house vs. buying a house—which makes more sense for today’s investor? With home prices rising faster than many of us have ever seen before, more and more real estate investors are asking whether or not building their rentals is a smarter idea. And who can blame them? Building a rental property can seem like a great way to minimize acquisition costs, but this is only true in certain circumstances, which many investors just won’t fit into. Welcome to Live Takes where Henry Washington, investor and On The Market guest host, joins David Greene for a live real estate Q&A. David and Henry invite four investors onto the show today to talk about each of their passive income predicaments. These topics include buying vs. building a home, how to get out of a bad BRRRR, whether or not it’s too late in life to invest in real estate, and how to invest out-of-country.Want to ask David a question? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene or Live Takes. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can hop on a live Q&A and get your question answered on the spot! In This Episode We CoverBuying vs. building rental properties and which decision makes sense for which investorWhat to do when you go over budget on a rehab, flip, or BRRRR investmentHow to invest and scale a real estate portfolio when getting started later in lifeWhether to invest long-distance or stick it out in your local market Mitigating risk and keeping your cash flow rolling when stuck in a bad dealHow to finance land purchases and using a backwards BRRRR method to do so And So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastGrab Your Tickets for BPCon 2022BiggerPockets Money PodcastReal Estate Rookie Podcast5 Ways to Avoid Going Over Your Flipping BudgetIs it Better to Build New or Renovate Existing Homes as an Investor?David Greene | BiggerPocketsDavid Greene MeetupsDavid Greene TeamClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-610See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why can’t I use gift funds on my down payment? What are the common housing market crash indicators that real estate investors should look out for? And why does David only invest with the short-term rental king, Rob Abasolo? If you’re joining us today for this episode of Seeing Greene, you’ll hear answers to all these questions and more!David takes some time out of his day to sit down and answer arguably the most hard-hitting, specific questions we’ve had to date on an episode of Seeing Greene. These questions include how to find synergy between your career and your investing goals, how to not cross the line when working with multiple agents, the best ways to purchase real estate with no (or low) money down, and why David rarely partners up on real estate deals. Some of these questions may hit home for you, as most of today’s guests are either rookie real estate investors or young professionals looking to get their start in investing. Do you have a question you’d love to ask David? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can jump on a live Q&A and get your question answered on the spot! In This Episode We CoverHow to "explode" as a real estate investor working full-time in a related field Working with multiple agents in a market without crossing the client-exclusivity line Purchasing small multifamily deals with no and low money down How to get around the “gift funds” rule for rental property mortgages The telltale signs that lenders are seeing a housing crash on the horizon The problem with real estate partnerships and how to prepare to be in one And So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastSubmit Your Questions to David GreeneDavid Greene MeetupsDavid Greene TeamWork with David as a Loan OfficerReal Estate Rookie Podcast 73: Partnerships—What to Do Before You Jump in With Another InvestorGet Your Ticket for BPCon 2022Books Mentioned in the Show:The Book On Investing in Real Estate with No (and Low) Money Down by Brandon TurnerSOLD: Every Real Estate Agent’s Guide to Building a Profitable Business by David GreeneThe Millionaire Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller with Dave Jenks and PapasanConnect with David:David’s InstagramDavid’s BiggerPockets ProfileClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-609See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Profit First system was revolutionary when introduced by Mike Michalowicz. In simple terms, Profit First allowed small business owners to take home bigger paychecks, reinvest in their business, and scale with ease, oftentimes while doing even less. The age-old adage of “do more work, make more money” was turned on its head by simple accounting practices. In reality, the business owners who were doing the most work were making the least, while business owners who truly knew their numbers worked less, made more, and had more money to invest.After reading Profit First, David Richter knew that this same system could be applied to real estate investing. David grew a rental portfolio himself by learning from a local mentor. This mentor had a growing team, a scaling business, but was making less and less with every deal done. As David investigated more real estate investors’ businesses, he found that this wasn’t an isolated case. Most investors were making low wages, working far more than at the jobs they had quit, and had inflated businesses, to say the least.With some simple accounting practices, which David describes in this episode, real estate investors can turn their business into Profit First powerhouses using very simple steps. If you’ve been feeling burnout from a barrage of deals, but aren’t seeing the profit you’ve worked so hard for, you’ll want to pick up David’s new book, Profit First for Real Estate Investing!In This Episode We CoverThe Profit First formula and why most real estate investors calculate profit all wrongThe biggest mistake that real estate rookies make when starting their businesses Why more deals doesn’t automatically equal more money in real estateThe rockstar team member that can make or break your businessThe “golden trio” of accounts that every investor should have set upRedefining the “pay yourself first” method of making money And So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastGrab Your Tickets for BPCon 2022Invest in David and Rob’s Next PropertyDavid’s YouTube ChannelDavid’s Free Giveaway for BiggerPockets ListenersOur Interview with “Profit First” Author, Mike MichalowiczBooks Mentioned in the Show:Profit First for Real Estate Investing by David RichterLifeonaire by Steve CookRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert KiyosakiProfit First by Mike MichalowiczThe Road Less Stupid by Keith J. CunninghamThe Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon TurnerThe Book on Managing Rental Properties by Brandon TurnerConnect with David:David’s InstagramDavid’s BiggerPockets ProfileConnect with Rob:Rob’s YoutubeRob’s InstagramRob’s TikTokRob’s TwitterRob’s BiggerPockets ProfileConnect with David Richter:Simple CFO SolutionsClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-608See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is multifamily real estate investing as complicated as investors make it out to be? If you’re Andrew Cushman of Vantage Point Acquisitions, you’d probably argue that although multifamily has a bit more complexity than single-family rentals, it’s still, by all means, profitable for the everyday investor.In the early 2000s, Andrew didn’t know anything about pro formas, apartment underwriting, or the best type of mulch to use on large-scale landscaping. Now, more than a decade later, Andrew has been able to lead his team in acquiring, syndicating, and repositioning over 2,500 multifamily units. He’s here with David Greene to answer live questions surrounding anything and everything related to multifamily investing. He gives stellar takes on the current state of the market, how rising interest rates will affect multifamily investing over the next few years, and the best way to increase your ROI (return on investment) on a multifamily acquisition.You don’t need to be a large-scale apartment investor to take away some golden nuggets from this episode. Even if you’ve never thought of investing in multifamily, Andrew frames multifamily in a way that’ll have you wondering, “could I buy that apartment down the street?” In This Episode We CoverThe five most important factors to understand when looking at a multifamily deal Multifamily debt and equity, plus how they dramatically differ from single family rentalsHow to use pro forma calculations when underwriting a deal and protecting yourself from overinflated profit numbersWhether or not today’s rising interest rates will cause a sell-off of multifamily propertiesThe easiest improvements that will dramatically boost your ROI on a multifamily propertyWhat rookie investors get wrong about finding good deals in today’s market And So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastSubmit Your Questions to David GreeneThe 3 Cs to Achieving Success as an InvestorGoBundanceBiggerPockets Podcast 170: The Journey From Flipping Houses To Owning 1470 UnitsBiggerPockets Podcast 279: How to Find Overlooked Opportunities in a Hot MarketBiggerPockets Podcast 586: The 8 Steps That Will Stop You From Getting Burnt on Multifamily DealsBiggerPockets Podcast 571: Is This Deal Worth My Time? The 6 Crucial Steps to Vet a Multifamily DealDavid Greene MeetupsDavid Greene TeamBook Mentioned in the Show:Raising Private Capital by Matt FairclothConnect with David:David’s InstagramDavid’s BiggerPockets ProfileConnect with Andrew:Andrew’s BiggerPockets ProfileClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-607See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you’re looking to buy rental properties, build a real estate portfolio, and level up your wealth?—you’re in the right place. But, as the housing market stays red hot, it can be a struggle for both new and old investors to know where to look for their next cash flow or appreciation play. Do you stick with on-market properties that may be easier to come by but with serious competition, or do you go the off-market property route and look for distressed, yet overlooked properties.Get answers to this question (and many more) on this episode of Seeing Greene, with your host, David Greene. As always, David takes questions from you, the listeners, to answer some 2022-specific and age-old questions about rental property investing and real estate as a whole. Topics of today’s show include classics like buying new construction vs. an existing rental property, how to invest within your retirement accounts, on-market deals vs. off-market deals, and why certain properties stay on the MLS for so long.Want to ask David a question? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can hop on a live Q&A and get your question answered on the spot!In This Episode We Cover:Buying for appreciation vs. cash flow in today’s fiercely competitive housing marketHow to invest in real estate even if you’re well into retirementThe three main reasons that a property will sit on the MLS for monthsWhen to quit your job and go full-time into real estate investing (and how to set yourself up for a successful departure)The 1031 exchange and how it works to defer taxes for rental property investorsUsing built-up equity to invest in more cash flow and higher appreciationAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastSubmit Your Questions to David GreeneBiggerPockets Podcast 585: Seeing Greene: Boosting Your Appraisal, Backward BRRRRs, & Capital Raising RisksBiggerPockets Podcast 591: Seeing Greene: The Cash Flow Market “Mirage” That Traps New InvestorsSeeing Greene: Questions from BiggerPockets’ Best and Brightest (Episode 600!)Seeing Greene: Should You Pay Off Debt or Invest in Real Estate?Seeing Greene: FHA Loans, Cash Flow Shrinkage, & Bidding $200k Over Asking10 Actionable Steps Anyone Can Follow to Buy a Rental PropertyDavid Greene MeetupsDavid Greene TeamClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-606See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How many rental units do you want? Depending on who you ask, the number of rental properties can differ dramatically. A young investor may be looking to scale their portfolio quickly, eyeing ten, fifteen, or even one-hundred units. But, for a veteran real estate investor, who may already have a three or four-figure portfolio, the optimal rental unit count could be none at all—they may purely want passive income.Christian Osgood knows this all too well, and it’s how he’s grown a seventy-one-unit portfolio in such a short amount of time. As half of a dynamic investing duo, Christian and his partner Cody Davis know that the first place to look for a deal is within someone’s goals. Unlike most off-market deal hunters, Christian and Cody don’t blatantly ask a seller if they’re willing to part ways with their property. They do something much different and a bit unorthodox. Christian and Cody have grown a massive multifamily portfolio in an impressive amount of time. Christian walks through the reasons why this partnership works, how they divvy up their roles, and why new investors should learn to love new problems, not cower in fear over potential pit-stops on their wealth-building journey. In This Episode We CoverThe “fish hauling and shipbuilding” of a perfect real estate partnership Why entrepreneurs and investors alike should search out new problems to solveFinancing large deals using OPM (other people’s money) and raising capital the right wayHow to find any off-market property owner simply by using Google MapsThe biggest mistake you can make when raising money from private investors Relationship marketing and how it can open you up to phenomenal real estate deals And So Much More!Links from the show81 Units in 3 Years: All On-Market with NO Bank Loans w/Cody DavisOpenCorporatesAirbnbHGTVMicrosoftInvestment with David GreeneDavid's InstagramRobuilt's InstagramRobuilt's TiktokRobuilt's TwitterRental Property InvestingThe 10X RuleConnect with Christian:Cody and Christian's YouTube ChannelThe Multifamily StrategyChristian's InstagramClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-605See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s a housing market crash! It’s a housing market bubble! It’s a relatively normal and stable housing market! Two of these statements might make you excited, anxious, or hopeful, while one simply makes you yawn. For years, we’ve heard numerous news outlets, forecasters, and housing authorities tell us that the next housing crash is right around the corner, only for home prices to skyrocket, interest rates to rise, and demand to stay red-hot.If you want to know if a housing market crash is coming, Rick Sharga, Executive Vice President at ATTOM, a leading provider of nationwide property data, is the person to talk to. His entire job is based on finding and figuring out the data behind housing market movements, which he then presents to field leaders who are trying to make better buying, selling, and lending decisions.Rick is an industry vet and was around during the mid-2000s housing market crash, the great recession, the foreclosure crisis, and everything that followed. Rick has seen the runup in housing prices over the past two years and has some interesting theories as to where we’re headed next. Whether you think we’re in for smooth sailing or on the cusp of another crash, Rick’s predictions may surprise you. In This Episode We Cover:Why competition has recently fallen and whether or not this is permanent for the housing market The difference between 2022’s housing market and the 2007/2008 housing marketWhether or not raising interest rates has affected hot housing marketsIf we’re entering bubble territory and how to tell the real estate market is going southWhich real estate markets are primed for a correction in 2023 (and beyond)How to get ahead of the foreclosure auctions in a “high equity” housing market And So Much More!Links from the showATTOM Data SolutionsOn The Market PodcastRedfinZillowFannie Mae Wallstreet JournalWeatlh TrackFederal Housing Administration (FHA)BlackstoneRealtyTracYoutubeTiktok  Dave Meyer's Instagram @thedatadeliBiggerPockets YoutubeDavid Greene's Instagram @davidgreene24David Greene Real Estate (Youtube)Rick's LinkedInRick's Twitter @rickshargaClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-603See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The ROI (return on investment) of a rental property is arguably one of the most calculated metrics when deciding whether or not to invest. Even veteran landlords tend to look at ROI as the sole metric that decides whether or not something is a “deal”. But, in the 2022 housing market, more and more landlords are seeing a massive boost in equity, and new investors are finding cash flow harder and harder to find. Has ROI kept its relevance?Welcome back to another episode of Seeing Greene, where expert investor, agent, author, and real estate investor, David Greene, takes time to answer the BiggerPockets community’s most top-of-mind questions. In this episode, we touch on topics such as how to scale your portfolio on limited funds, whether or not to invest in tenant-friendly states, long-distance house hacking, and the foolproof way to decide whether to hold or sell in 2022.Want to ask David a question? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can hop on a live Q&A and get your question answered on the spot!In This Episode We Cover:The three ways any real estate investor can scale their portfolio Investing in a market facing depopulation and how to research a rental marketCritiquing the “only cash flow” argument and what other important metric to pay attention toHolding vs. selling your rental properties in 2022 (and how to decide which path to choose)DSCR loans and how to get around the residential mortgage maximumInvestor FOMO and whether or not to buy or wait in today’s hot housing marketAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastSubmit Your Questions to David GreeneThe U.S. Census BureauCNN MoneyYahoo FinanceBiggerPockets Podcast 585: Seeing Greene: Boosting Your Appraisal, Backward BRRRRs, & Capital Raising RisksBiggerPockets Podcast 588: Seeing Greene: Climate Change, ADU Dilemmas, & Retiring with RentalsBiggerPockets Podcast 591: Seeing Greene: The Cash Flow Market “Mirage” That Traps New InvestorsSeeing Greene: Questions from BiggerPockets’ Best and Brightest (Episode 600!)Seeing Greene: Should You Pay Off Debt or Invest in Real Estate?Seeing Greene: FHA Loans, Cash Flow Shrinkage, & Bidding $200k Over AskingDavid Greene MeetupsDavid Greene TeamClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-603See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you want to invest in real estate, you’re probably taking a safe, slow approach to building a rental property portfolio. As a real estate rookie, people tell you that the safest way to invest is to get good at one thing while keeping a distance from doing deals outside your comfort zone. While this type of advice isn’t wrong for everyone, it may miss the mark for some.Investors like Marjorie Patton have found ways to dramatically diversify themselves in the world of real estate, without their losing shirts. Marjorie is the head of sales for a financial technology firm by day and a real estate investor, house hacker, flipper, and private money lender by night. With some rather unexpected renovation costs on her first property (and with no safety reserve), Marjorie was forced to learn real estate investing on the fly.Fast forward to today, Marjorie has a seven-door portfolio in the expensive Denver, Colorado area. She’s grown quickly and has seen healthy profits, but has no need to quit her W2. Instead, she’s going to creatively parlay any deal that comes across her desk so she can build wealth while continuing to work somewhere she loves.In This Episode We Cover:Why diversifying in real estate isn’t such a bad idea, plus how to prepare to do different dealsUsing the concepts you know in everyday life to build a real estate portfolio The benefits of being “scared” when doing deals and building confidence through mistakesWhen the right time to quit your W2 is and why you don’t have to succumb to the “financial freedom” pressuresFlipping homes, lending private money, and investing in deals with partnersHouse hacking an expensive property while keeping your cost of living lowAnd So Much More!Links from the Show:BiggerPockets WebsiteBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets On The Market PodcastBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets Podcast #467: #1 NYT Bestselling Author Adam Grant on the Need to “Think Again”EbayMLS (Multiple Listing Service)Mike Tyson's Official WebsiteSteve Jobs' Wikipedia PageSteve Wozniak's Wikipedia PageMalcolm Gladwell's Official WebsiteWarby Parker WebsiteRocky Mountain Women Invest MeetupAirbnbRedfinHBO’s BillionsMark Ferguson's Wikipedia PageRob’s TikTok ProfileRob’s InstagramRob’s Youtube ChannelRob's TwitterDavid’s InstagramDavid’s Tiktok ProfileDavid's Business WebsiteConnect with Marjorie:Marjorie's InstagramDenver Women Investor Meetup InstagramCheck the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-602See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What makes a millionaire mindset? Everyone knows what it takes to become successful: hard work, grit, tenacity, and (usually) some form of intelligence. But with so many people (real estate investors specifically) working hard, day in and day out, why aren’t we seeing a plethora of unbelievably successful individuals? It turns out, the problem isn’t within the system of building wealth, but the individual.Jason Drees, mindset coach and author of Do the Impossible, has seen numerous individuals come to him confused, doubtful, and wanting to do more. Within a matter of years or even months, these individuals poised on success attain things that would take most people many lifetimes. So what’s the difference between a massively successful investor and a moderately successful one?In today’s show, Jason breaks down the alchemy behind building a business, a life you love, and massive wealth. He even takes a break to coach David and Rob on their future business plans, uncovering some roadblocks and new paths that they never even knew existed. If you’ve been stuck in analysis paralysis, or simply have a goal to get to fast, this is the episode to not only listen to but take notes and review so you can grow as well.In This Episode We Cover:Why 95% of real estate investors aren’t aiming high enough (and how it’s hurting them)Evolving your mindset after hitting a goal, no matter how smallHitting unknown goals and looking for accomplishments that excite youUsing your emotion to navigate success and listening to your internal guidanceWalking the path to greatness instead of settling for successHow to “Frame” your goals, plus a live example with David and RobAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerpockets BookstoreBrandon's InstagramTony Robbins's WebsiteTony Robbins Life CoachingDavid's InstagramThe David Greene Team's TikTok ProfileRob's InstagramRob's Youtube ChannelRob's TikTok ProfileConnect with Jason:Jason's Company WebsiteJason's InstagramCheck the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-601See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome episode 600 of the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast! Whether you’re a first-time listener or a David Greene addict, we’re happy to have you here. In today’s episode of Seeing Greene, David takes questions from some of the biggest names in the real estate investing space, including fan favorites like Ed Mylett, David Osborn, and even…Brandon Turner (he’s back!)While this show features some high-level investors, the questions still apply to everyday investors. David answers questions ranging from how to find work-life balance, what to do to get your offer accepted in today’s hot market, how to balance skill with ambition, and where to start when hiring employees for your real estate investing business. Even if you’ve yet to buy your first rental property, advice like this could slingshot your wealth-building journey farther than you knew you could go!Thanks again to all our celebrity guests for sending in their questions! Heard a question that resonated with you? Want to hear David’s thoughts on a certain topic? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can hop on a live Q&A with the man himself.In This Episode We Cover:How to start (and stay) performing at your best so you can accomplish your goalsWhat the David Greene team is doing to win bidding wars in today’s hot housing marketThe best metric to look at when deciding whether or not to buy a propertyHow to maintain work-life balance when working, running your business, and investingTips for hiring employees that can help you build your real estate portfolioThe three biggest leadership tips when running a team (or teams!)David’s dream Chipotle order and how to ensure your burrito isn’t soggyAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastSubmit Your Questions to David GreeneWhat Michael Jordan and Kobe Taught Tim Grover about “Winning”Investing and Landing Great Deals at Auctions with David Osborn and Aaron AmuchasteguiFrom “D-Student” to $400,000 in Annual Rental Property Cash Flow with David OsbornGobundanceYou Get Your Standards, Not Your Goals: Ed Mylett on Success, Faith, and Building $100M+ Businesses40 Doors in the First 2 Years with Henry WashingtonTurning $5K Into $5K/Month and Retiring at 40 with Tim RhodeBiggerPockets Podcast 320: Hands-On BRRRR Investing and DIY Secrets with Instagram Star Brittany ArnasonThe 7 Tips @investorgirlbritt Used to Go from Amateur to Pro InvestorBig Goals? Here’s How to Get Your Spouse or Partner on Board with Jay and Wendy PapasanBecoming a Millionaire Real Estate Investor Using The One Thing with Jay PapasanBiggerPockets Podcast 585: Seeing Greene: Boosting Your Appraisal, Backward BRRRRs, & Capital Raising RisksBiggerPockets Podcast 588: Seeing Greene: Climate Change, ADU Dilemmas, & Retiring with RentalsBiggerPockets Podcast 591: Seeing Greene: The Cash Flow Market “Mirage” That Traps New InvestorsDavid Greene MeetupsDavid Greene TeamClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-600See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Opportunity zone investing hasn’t always been around for real estate investors to take advantage of. But as the government began upping the incentives around this type of real estate investing, more tax-savvy investors started to pay attention. You may have heard of opportunity zones before, but you probably don’t know how much of a heavy hitter they are in the realm of tax reduction.Someone who does know about opportunity zone investing is King Malaki Sims—CPA and avid real estate investor. He’s been buying and building homes in opportunity zones for years and makes the case that this type of investing truly is the best real estate “cheat code” out there. Through his simple strategy, Malaki has been able to not only defer taxes but in some cases, eliminate them entirely, just through simple, smart real estate investing.Malaki shares how even a novice real estate investor can find, fund, finish, and furnish an opportunity zone rental property all while keeping Uncle Sam away from their hard-earned profits. If you want to build wealth without having to worry about 1031-ing your properties, Malaki is the man to listen to.In This Episode We Cover:Opportunity zones explained and how new investors can start investing in themWhere to find opportunity zones in your local area (no matter where you live!)Funding opportunity zone investments with little to no money down The biggest opportunity zone myths that scare away investors far too earlyDepreciation, bonus depreciation, and tax-deferral strategies you can take advantage ofHow crypto, stock, and other investors can invest in real estate tax-free And So Much More!Links from the Show:BiggerPockets WebsiteBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Podcast Episode 569: Rich Dad’s CPA Shares 5 Steps to Eliminate Income Taxes through Real Estate w/Tom WheelwrightRobert Kiyosaki's Official WebsiteDonald Trump's Official WebsiteCalifornia Opportunity Zone WebsiteCryptocurrencyRob’s TikTok ProfileRob’s InstagramRob’s Youtube ChannelDavid’s InstagramDavid’s Tiktok ProfileConnect with King Malaki:King Malaki's InstagramKing Malaki's ClubhouseCheck the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-599See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The BRRRR method can be taught by no one better than David Greene, author of Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat, and adorably dubbed “Sir BRRRR” by co-host Rob Abasolo. While David may be a master of BRRRR budgets, schedules, and rehabs, Rob isn’t as familiar with doing full-on buy, rehab, rent, refinance, and repeat rentals. To not only help out Rob but the BiggerPockets audience as a whole, David does a full walkthrough on his latest BRRRR.This hillside property situated in David’s native San Francisco Bay Area has huge potential to become a cash-flowing, equity-increasing deal. David is turning this large home into multiple smaller units that will rent out to A-class tenants and should net him a six-figure equity boost simply by doing these cash-flow-first renovations.David walks through exactly how to find BRRRR properties, telltale signs of a good (or bad) BRRRR deal, how to use the BiggerPockets BRRRR calculator, funding options for your BRRRR (from David's broker!), writing up a contractor scope of work (SOW), and how to build cash flow when there isn’t any to be found. You’ll also hear how David had a surprise run-in with the cops when walking this property. Action, excitement, and lots of equity are all coming up in this episode!In This Episode We Cover:The first signs that a property may be a great BRRRR deal Using the BiggerPockets BRRRR calculator to evaluate deals and raise private capitalFinancing options you have when funding (and rehabbing) a BRRRRContractor bids and BRRRR budgets (even if you don’t have rehab experience)Before photos and David’s exact conversion plan to turn a single property into a cash-flowing multifamily The huge wealth-building benefits of getting creative when finding value-add real estateAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets CalculatorsBiggerpockets.com Pro Upgrade Code: REPOD21BiggerPockets PodcastZillowRealtor.comBiggerPockets Conference and EventsRentometerThe 1 BrokerageBuilding Your “Passive Income Blueprint” Using the Right Real Estate Agent w/ Johnny HoangBooks Mentioned in the Show:Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat by David Greene The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs by J ScottConnect with Rob:Rob's TikTok ProfileRob's InstagramRob's Youtube ChannelConnect with David:David's InstagramDavid's Tiktok ProfileDavid Greene TeamCheck the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-598See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Should you pay off debt or invest in real estate? Whether you’re young or old, rich or poor, in consumer debt or student debt, this is a question that almost everyone has. With inflation hitting decade-long heights, debt seems to be worth less and less every day. But, the other side to this coin is that asset prices, including real estate, are going up. Is there a right move to make, or are we stuck treading water without enough financial traction to stick to?Hear answers to this question (and many more) on this week’s Seeing Greene, with your favorite host, agent, investor, and mortgage magician, David Greene. In this episode, you’ll hear topics touched on like whether to house hack or buy cash-flowing rentals, what to expect (and not expect) from your real estate agent, how to reduce (and account for) property taxes, how inflation and interest rates will affect the housing market and the best piece of advice David would give new real estate investors.Heard a question that resonated with you? Want to hear David’s thoughts on a certain topic? If so, submit your question here so David can answer it on the next episode of Seeing Greene. Hop on the BiggerPockets forums and ask other investors their take, or follow David on Instagram to see when he’s going live so you can hop on a live Q&A and get real-time answers!In This Episode We Cover:How inflation can positively affect your debt payoff and using your momentum to buy real estateHouse hacking in expensive areas vs. buying short-term rentals that cash flowHow David’s real estate team sets up clients and investors for successFinding the right property manager that will handle your portfolio’s headachesWhether buying new construction or an existing home has better long-term ROIHow to claim rental income (including house hack income) so you can increase your financeabilityAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastSubmit Your Questions to David GreeneBiggerPockets Podcast 567: Seeing Greene: Finding Cash Flow, Refinancing Sooner, & NNN PropertiesBiggerPockets Podcast 570: Seeing Greene: Signs of a Great Agent, When to Refi, and How to ScaleBiggerPockets Podcast 582: Seeing Greene: Investing in Paradise, Timing the Market, and House HackingBiggerPockets Podcast 585: Seeing Greene: Boosting Your Appraisal, Backward BRRRRs, & Capital Raising RisksBiggerPockets Podcast 588: Seeing Greene: Climate Change, ADU Dilemmas, & Retiring with RentalsBiggerPockets Podcast 591: Seeing Greene: The Cash Flow Market “Mirage” That Traps New InvestorsDavid Greene MeetupsDavid Greene TeamClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-597See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mobile home park investing wasn’t very attractive until a few years ago. Thanks to big names in the mobile home park space (like BiggerPockets’ own Brandon Turner), the mobile home investing game has become one of the hottest commodities in the world of real estate investing. But it must take a huge jump to go from investing in single-family rentals to double-digit-unit parks, right?Today’s guest, Amanda Cruise, is here to tell you that bigger doesn’t always mean more challenging. She actually got out of single-family rental investing due to the non-stop headaches of dealing with contractors, property managers, and tenant maintenance problems. She started doing “Lonnie Deals” where she would seller-finance mobile homes to local buyers. Soon, after enough success, she moved on to tackling entire mobile home parks!But how did Amanda beat out the competition when the mobile home park space is so hot? Thankfully, Amanda shares her three top tips on getting around institutional investors so you can purchase cash-flowing mobile home parks, without the headaches of syndicating or raising vast amounts of capital.In This Episode We Cover:“Lonnie Deals” and seller financing mobile homes for profitWhy changing title on a mobile home is far easier than on a traditional homeFinding motivated sellers and how to slide under the radar of institutional investorsScaling your team and the “must-have” roles when buying mobile home parksThe not-so-secret way to get a list of mobile home park owners in your areaThe true “value-add” opportunities to look for in a mobile home parkAnd So Much More!Links from the Show:CraigslistFacebook MarketplaceAirbnbLoopNetCoStarSarah Weaver's WebsiteDavid's InstagramDavid Greene's Real Estate YouTube ChannelRob's TikTok ProfileRob's InstagramRob's Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets Podcast 563: W2 Retired and Traveling the World with Just 15 Units w/Sarah WeaverRobuilt YouTube Channel: Why I’m buying a $3,250,000 Airbnb in ArizonaBrandon Turner's InstagramMobile Home Park Investing Course by Amanda CruiseConnect with Amanda:Freebies from Amanda's Company WebsiteAmanda's InstagramCheck the full show notes here: https://biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-596See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Most investors assume LLCs for rental properties are the way to go in terms of asset protection. From a novice’s point of view, LLCs seem to provide everything you would need?—anonymity, simple tax filing statuses, and legal protection. But, an LLC in reality isn’t as airtight as most real estate investors think. And the worst time to learn about the limitations of an LLC is during a lawsuit, where your wealth (and sanity) is at risk.To stop you from guessing when it comes to asset protection, we’ve brought on our go-to expert and heavy hitter asset protection lawyer, Brian T. Bradley, Esq. Not only is Brian well versed in the realm of asset protection, but he’s also helped numerous clients protect their real estate wealth, making him the perfect person to ask about LLCs, limited partnerships, trusts, and more.Brian walks through the different types of legal “layering” that real estate investors can set up to protect themselves from lawsuits and angry creditors. He defines exactly how each type of real estate investor should set up their assets as their net worth expands, and what to do BEFORE you get served with a lawsuit. While Brian may not know your personal situation, he does speak with years of experience serving high-net-worth investor clients and can relay their mistakes (so you don’t make them too).In This Episode We Cover:What is asset protection and why is it crucial for real estate investors in particularThe “layers” of legal protection that real estate investors must haveWhat an LLC really protects you from and why it may be different than what you think“Piercing the veil” and why most investors need to go a step beyond LLCsLimited partnerships and trusts that give you the best asset protectionFinancing hiccups when keeping your rental properties in trustsAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelOn the Market PodcastBiggerpockets BlogsBiggerpockets Agent FinderReal Estate Rookie PodcastRookie Podcast 106: Asset Protection for Rookies: 7 Wealth-Saving Answers from an ExpertTony RobbinsAirbnbWhatsAppMySpaceTikTokCardano (ADA)Rob's TikTok ProfileRob's InstagramRob's Youtube ChannelDavid's InstagramDavid's Tiktok ProfileConnect with Brian:Brian's Company WebsiteEmail Brian: brian@btblegal.comCheck the full show notes here: https://biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-595See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.