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1: From 4 Years of Analysis Paralysis... to 4 Cash-Flowing Properties with Lauren and Kyle Clugston
Real Estate Rookie
03/05/20 • 68 min
How will YOU transition from the "getting educated" phase to taking direct action toward your real estate goals?
Start by taking cues from Lauren and Kyle!
In this premiere episode, they share how they powered through their initial hesitation to build a "small but mighty" rental portfolio in less than 3 years' time... a portfolio that has them well on their way to a life of financial freedom (and maybe even a "boat house!").
You'll love their tips for identifying the right market for you, minimizing risk by house hacking, and leveraging your local meetup group to get the scoop on real estate trends in your area.
Plus, they guide us through their first "true" BRRRR deal—sharing lessons from their experience negotiating directly with a seller, firing a contractor, and finding time to DIY a lot of the renovation, all while juggling two full-time careers.
Lauren and Kyle may seem like sophisticated investors now. But in 2017, they were right where a lot of you are today. By following their roadmap and adjusting it to your market, you too can build a mini-empire that funds the life you dream about.
Make sure to subscribe to Real Estate Rookie in your favorite podcast app, and join our Facebook group (just search "Real Estate Rookie") to continue the conversation. See you next Wednesday!
In This Episode We Cover:
- Lauren and Kyle's backstory
- How Lauren overcame 4-year analysis paralysis
- How Lauren and Kyle balance full-time careers with real estate investing
- How the BRRRR strategy worked for them
- Why they let other investors (their “competition”) walk through their property
- Why their MVP is their real estate meetup group
- Rookie Request Line: "What is your best advice for finding real estate agents who know what they're doing with investors?"
- And SO much more!
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219: 3 Rentals Right Out of College as a Young Dad and First-Time Landlord w/Hunter Lewis
Real Estate Rookie
09/21/22 • 57 min
A successful investor finds their “why” where other people find excuses. Real estate investing isn’t without its challenges, but as you overcome more challenges, you become a better investor. Today’s guest’s strong “why” led him to real estate, and it’s what pushes him to break through barriers, overcome obstacles, and build the life he’s dreamed of.
Hunter Lewis’ "why" came two weeks before his senior year of college when he found out his girlfriend was pregnant. Knowing he was to become a father forced him to get serious about his future. He found a college mentor that was successful in the commercial real estate space and began working for his company. Hunter then saved up enough to buy his first property in July 2020. Since then, he’s closed on two other doors and is working on his fourth!
Hunter became a first-time landlord with his second property, and while it was a challenge initially, he learned more about property management and how to compromise. Becoming a father at a young age also taught him how to take advantage of opportunities and reframe obstacles. As a real estate investor, he’s learned how to structure partnerships with family and the benefits of patience. Hunter is now working towards his five-year goal—$10,000 of passive income per month.
In This Episode We Cover
Taking advantage of opportunity and finding ways to advance your career
Finding your “why” and reframing your obstacles
How to structure partnerships with family and significant others
Becoming a first-time landlord and how to self-manage your rentals
The importance of understanding and watching the market
Investing while working full-time and how to use your job to help you invest
And So Much More!
Links from the Show
The Ultimate Property Management Masterclass
Connect with Hunter:
Check the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-219
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188: Rookie Reply: Networking Tips That’ll Increase Your Net Worth
Real Estate Rookie
06/04/22 • 18 min
Networking tips only matter as long as they work. Everyone knows the classic ones—bring a business card, wear a nametag, and look people in the eye. But, when you’re meeting with investors who have big portfolios, it can be easy to get flustered all of a sudden. Maybe you run into your dream mentor at your next real estate meetup—what do you do?
Both Ashley and Tony were able to buy their first rentals and grow their portfolios thanks to networking. At first, they didn’t know what to do or say, and didn’t have many deals to speak of. But, over time, their net worth grew with their networking skills, allowing them to connect with more investors, find more deals, and build lifelong friendships. They’re testaments that even if you don’t have any deals yet, networking could be what brings you your first!
Not used to networking? Here are some suggestions for your next meetup:
Sign up for a BiggerPockets meetup in your city and get your tickets to BPCon2022!
Don’t stick with your clique, remember that networking is there for you to meet new people
Rehearse the question you want to ask if a mentor, speaker, or inspiring investor is at the event
Take a break from networking to write down names, lessons learned, and takeaways from conversations
Don’t know anyone at the meetup? Join a group (they’ll almost always welcome you openly)
And more in the episode...
If you want Ashley and Tony to answer a real estate question, you can post in the Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group! Or, call us at the Rookie Request Line (1-888-5-ROOKIE).
Links from the Show
Real Estate Rookie Youtube Channel
Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group
Tyler Madden's BiggerPockets Profile
Check the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-188
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190: Rookie Reply: What is Due Diligence in Real Estate?
Real Estate Rookie
06/11/22 • 26 min
What is due diligence in real estate? If you ask most new investors, they’ll have some sense of what due diligence is, but may be confused about what it really means. Is due diligence when you analyze your deal? Who should you be in contact with during due diligence? How long does a due diligence period usually last? And what happens if your deal turns out to be a dud in due diligence?
In reality, due diligence isn’t all that confusing. It’s simply the time that you, and your partners (if you have them), spend inspecting, double-checking, and re-analyzing the deal. The due diligence period is there for the protection of the investor, so you can use everything in your power to confirm that you truly are getting a great deal. But, before you start calling inspectors, make sure you follow some of these more granular steps that could save you a fortune in the future.
Never done due diligence before? Here are some suggestions:
Work with a seasoned real estate broker, agent, or attorney who can catch things you won't
Double-check that your financing options still stand if you find anything wrong with the property
Talk to the local city government or code enforcer to ensure prior work on the property was done correctly
Calculate out what the cost of repairs will be for the property once you’ve gotten an inspection
Don’t fall in love with a deal and be prepared to walk away if you find something that’ll kill your exit strategies
And more in the episode...
If you want Ashley and Tony to answer a real estate question, you can post in the Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group! Or, call us at the Rookie Request Line (1-888-5-ROOKIE).
Links from the Show
Real Estate Rookie Youtube Channel
Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group
Check the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-190
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193: How a College Dropout Got a Seat at the Millionaire Investor Table
Real Estate Rookie
06/22/22 • 62 min
Your connections and relationships are invaluable in real estate, so how do you get to know the right people? How do you build a lasting, mutually beneficial relationship? The answer is simple—you show up, get your name and face out there, and listen. Building a network can seem intimidating, especially starting from scratch, but today’s guest, Jeffrey Donis, breaks it down step-by-step.
Jeffrey Donis of the Donis Brothers is in charge of nurturing investor relations, so networking is his bread and butter. At twenty-three, he has helped his brothers raise enough money to co-sponsor 600 units worth of deals in the last two years. This would have been nearly impossible to achieve in such a short time without the network they built and the relationships they nurtured. Their network didn’t come automatically, and similar to everyone else, they started from scratch and were able to find a way to get themselves out there.
The first step is to build your credibility. While there are many ways to do so, Jeffrey explains how to use social media to document your journey and build trust. He also goes into how to navigate networking events and bring value no matter your experience level. The Donis Brothers have become widely successful in a record amount of time, and the way they built their network and brand is a large part of that.
In This Episode We Cover
Building credibility and how to use social media to do so
The 80/20 rule and why it’s an effective way to network and build relationships
How to bring value to others (without money!) and maintain a good reputation
Overcoming imposter syndrome and how to be more confident in your abilities
How to vet potential investors and red flags you should look out for
The importance of constant self-education through real estate courses and classes
And So Much More!
Links from the Show
Real Estate Rookie Youtube Channel
Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group
Changing Their Family’s Fate by Building a 600+ Unit Portfolio (At Age 20!)
How to Find Free Money to Finance Your Education & Avoid Extensive Student Debt
Student Loans Update: Repayment, Refinancing, and Potential Forgiveness w/ Robert Farrington
Your First Real Estate Investment Podcast
Tyler Madden's BiggerPockets Profile
Connect with Jeffrey:
The Real Estate Monopoly Podcast
Check out the full show notes here: https://biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-193
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197: From the Screen to Short-Term Rentals and How "Stargirl" Started Investing w/Brec Bassinger
Real Estate Rookie
07/06/22 • 57 min
If you’re unsure about real estate, run the numbers. It’s that simple. Once you run the numbers, you’ll have clarity on which decisions to make and tangible reassurance that you made the right ones. Today’s guest, actress Brec Bassinger, shares how focusing on the numbers has given her the confidence to become the successful investor she is today.
Brec’s name may sound familiar to some of you. She’s been the star of Bella and the Bulldogs and the new hit show, DC’s Stargirl. Brec’s interest in real estate began after a trip to Big Bear with her boyfriend when she realized the earning potential of short-term rentals. She decided to buy a condo and had her first short-term rental within six months. The speed at which she got her first deal may seem intimidating, but Brec’s confidence came from the numbers she calculated and the profits she knew she could make.
During her first season of Stargirl, Brec had to share a small apartment with her coworker because that’s all she could afford with her fluctuating income. Now she makes more money by living in an expensive high-rise apartment while renting out her old space. Real estate has allowed Brec to supplement her fluctuating income without a W-2 and the freedom to live the life she wants. And even though she plays a superhero, her story proves that you don’t have to be one to invest in real estate.
In This Episode We Cover
How to confidently close on your first investment property and move past fear
Becoming more financially stable by supplementing your income with a passive income stream
The importance of running the numbers and how to use the simple rental calculations to make profitable decisions
Building a relationship with your property manager and eye-opening questions to ask them
How to qualify for loans without a “steady” income
And So Much More!
Links from the Show
Real Estate Rookie Youtube Channel
Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group
20 Deals in a Year as a Professional Basketball Player w/ Terry Harris
From Sleeping in His Car to Multi-Unit Landlord & The “Nomad” Strategy
Connect with Brec:
Check out the full show notes here: https://biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-197
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192: Rookie Reply: How to Choose Your Real Estate Investment Strategy
Real Estate Rookie
06/18/22 • 15 min
This week’s question comes from Natalie on the Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group. Natalie is asking: How did you narrow your focus to determine your strategy? And how do you get good at analyzing real estate deals?
This is one of the most-asked questions we receive. When you’re starting as a rookie real estate investor, every strategy seems like a good one. You may hear a guest on the Real Estate Rookie show talk about wholesaling or flipping or short-term rentals. Before long, you’re already planning your next exciting purchase even if you had another one already in the works. This “shiny object syndrome” is common when getting started, and while it’s good to know about many different investing strategies, changing yours too often can lead you well off the path to financial freedom.
Here are some suggestions if you’re torn between strategies and need to up your analysis game:
Look at your resources and base your investing strategy upon what makes sense for you specifically
Pledge to become an expert in a certain strategy and don’t try building too many bridges
Set up a strong foundation in your current investing strategy, then you can pivot wherever you want
Practice your deal analysis daily and send your calculations to other investors as a pulse check
Get to know your investing area as much as you can (even if you’re remote investing!)
And more in the episode...
If you want Ashley and Tony to answer a real estate question, you can post in the Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group! Or, call us at the Rookie Request Line (1-888-5-ROOKIE).
Links from the Show
Real Estate Rookie Youtube Channel
Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group
Check the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-192
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04/06/22 • 60 min
The 2022 housing market is off to a wild start. We’ve seen home inventory at decade lows, interest rates have finally started to rise, and more homebuyers are looking at fewer houses. As a real estate investor, it can be tough to navigate a market like this, especially when you’ve never bought a rental property before. What you need is data behind the decision making, and today, we’ve got just that!
Joining us today is Dave Meyer (@thedatadeli), VP of Data and Analytics at BiggerPockets, and host of the brand new podcast, On The Market. Dave has spent the last decade analyzing real estate data so he and the BiggerPockets community as a whole can invest smarter. Today, Dave dives deep into the most pressing matters of the real estate market, ranging from topics like interest rates, to housing crash indicators, determining the best rental market, and more.
If you want to hear a high-level update on everything happening within the world of real estate investing, plus some predictions for this year’s housing market, stick around! Dave will give you all the analytics-based insight you need!
In This Episode We Cover
Relying on data vs. emotions when buying your first rental property
Whether or not now is the right time to buy real estate
What’s impacting today’s housing market and using uncertainty to your advantage
The best investing moves to make if a recession (or crash) is on the horizon
What rookies should look for in a real estate investing market
Buying real estate with a long-term outlook (so you can handle the dips!)
And So Much More!
Links from the Show
Scott Trench's BiggerPockets Profile
Josh Dorkin's BiggerPockets Profile
James Dainard's BiggerPockets Profile
Brandon Turner's BiggerPockets Profile
Henry Washington's BiggerPockets Profile
Kathy Fettke's BiggerPockets Profile
David Greene's BiggerPockets Profile
Jamil Damji's LinkedIn Profile
Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group
Real Estate Rookie Youtube Channel
Stop Waiting for a Housing Crash (Do This Instead)
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06/08/22 • 66 min
House hacking is one of the easiest ways to get into real estate investing. Thanks to its flexible financing options, low down payment loans, and ability to cut your rent in half (or eliminate it), house hacking is truly a phenomenal investing strategy. In short, house hacking is when a homeowner or investor buys a house or multifamily and rents out the other rooms or units while they live in one of them.
The house hacking strategy can be mixed and matched in any way you like. Want to live with a bunch of friends? Buy a three or four-bedroom house and rent out the rooms. Want to have a private space for you and your family? Buy a small multifamily and rent out the other units. No matter what you choose to do, house hacking can help speed up your journey to financial freedom. This is done by reducing the amount of money you spend on rent/a mortgage while also giving you serious tax benefits, instant cash flow, and appreciation so you can build wealth in the background.
In this how-to episode, Ashley and Tony give you everything you need to find, analyze, finance, and buy a house hack. They go over in-depth real estate analysis so you can confidently bring a deal to your lender, partner, or just have peace of mind that you’re making a smart investment. This single home purchase could change your financial future forever, so what are you waiting for?
In This Episode We Cover
What is house hacking and the major benefits of hacking your house
The four ways to build wealth in real estate and three common rookie mistakes
The best ways to fund your real estate deals or house hack property
How to analyze your next property using the BiggerPockets real estate calculators
Property management 101 and how to manage a rental property
How to get your first real estate deal faster with BiggerPockets tools and expert guidance
And So Much More!
Links from the Show
Real Estate Rookie Youtube Channel
Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group
The Real Estate Robinsons Youtube Channel
Who Not How: Stop Doing the Things You Hate, Free Up Time, Be Happier and Richer with Dan Sullivan
Brandon Turner's BiggerPocket's Profile
David Greene's BiggerPocket's Profile
Connect with Ashley and Tony:
231: Semi-Retired at 30 Thanks to One Year’s Worth of Real Estate Investing w/Jessie Dillion
Real Estate Rookie
11/02/22 • 61 min
If early retirement seems out of reach right now, try semi-retirement. Once you get there, you’ll only be halfway to early retirement, just like today’s guest, Jessie Dillion. At only thirty years old, she is semi-retired and has scaled her real estate portfolio to almost two million dollars in nine months, with five properties total!
When people think about high returns, they often think about a high unit count—but why have a lot when you can do the same with a few? Jessie is strategic about each property purchase she makes and has made a goal to make one smart investment each quarter. She currently has a single-family home and two duplexes. One of her duplexes is a house hack, and her portfolio sports a mix of long-term, short-term, and mid-term tenants.
Jessie’s success is due to how responsible she is with her finances. To finance her first property, she built up her savings to ensure she had enough to cover any surprises. As Jessie continues to scale, she has gotten more creative with her financing. She has formed great relationships with her lenders because of her ability to ask questions and carefully choose where and how she gets her funding. Now she is semi-retired at thirty years old and pays a measly fifty dollars a month towards her mortgage!
In This Episode We Cover
The FIRE movement and how to start your early retirement journey today
How to use transferable skills from other jobs to make investing easier
Building trust with your spouse and getting them on board with your investing journey
Getting the funding for your first rental property and how to use creative financing for the rest
Brilliant savings tips and how to rapidly increase your savings
The loan process and how to build a strong relationship with lenders
And So Much More!
Links from the Show
Find an Investor-Friendly Real Estate Agent
Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group
Jamil Damji's BiggerPockets Profile
Ashley Hamilton's Biggerpockets Profile
10 Deals on a $20K Waitress Salary With Ashley Hamilton
Connect with Jessie:
Jessie's BiggerPockets Profile
Check the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-231
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How many episodes does Real Estate Rookie have?
Real Estate Rookie currently has 558 episodes available.
What topics does Real Estate Rookie cover?
The podcast is about Entrepreneurship, Investing, Podcasts and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Real Estate Rookie?
The episode title '1: From 4 Years of Analysis Paralysis... to 4 Cash-Flowing Properties with Lauren and Kyle Clugston' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Real Estate Rookie?
The average episode length on Real Estate Rookie is 47 minutes.
How often are episodes of Real Estate Rookie released?
Episodes of Real Estate Rookie are typically released every 3 days.
When was the first episode of Real Estate Rookie?
The first episode of Real Estate Rookie was released on Feb 19, 2020.
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