Best Chattanooga Real Estate Investing Podcasts (2024)

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How Return on Investment Changes Based on Credit Score With PMI 41:51

1d ago41:51

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How Return on Investment Changes Based on Credit Score With PMI Does your credit score really matter when you're buying rental properties? Sure, your credit score impacts the mortgage interest rate you can get with traditional mortgages. And yes, your credit score affects how much private mortgage insurance (PMI) will cost. Your credit score can al…

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The Eleven Steps to Buying a Home: Explained. 14:22

2d ago14:22

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Blake Watson shares the eleven steps you’ll go through to buy a house and several ways that a professional Realtor can guide you through these steps. He also offers listeners a free copy of his book, “The Complete Guide to Buying a Home,” simply by contacting him and asking for the free copy. Blake Watson is the show host. Blake is a real estate ag…

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Is It Better to Buy Rentals with 25% Down or All Cash After Buying an Owner-Occupant? 31:24

8d ago31:24

31:24

So, are you stressing out over higher mortgage interest rates and properties not cash flowing as well as they used to, or in some markets, not having positive cash flow at all... even with 25% down? What's a real estate investor seeking financial independence to do? In this class, we will compare two strategies. In both strategies, you first buy an…

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Keeping Your Home Pest-Free: Rodents, Fire Ants, Mosquitoes, and Termites. 18:44

9d ago18:44

18:44

Chad McAllister, Director of Real Estate Development, and Eric McAllister, Real Estate/Home Specialist from Wayne’s Pest Control discuss common bugs and pests found in and around our homes, and how Wayne’s Pest Control helps eliminate them. Chad and Eric explain the importance of termite protection and how getting rid of other pests can enhance the…

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The Impact of Buying Properties at a 5% Discount When Nomading™ 26:22

19d ago26:22

26:22

So, you're considering Nomading™. Excellent! But as you dig into the details, you may wonder what the impact would be if you chose to buy a more desirable, higher quality, but maybe less optimal property at full price (without a discount), versus focusing on finding a slightly less desirable, slightly lower quality, but slightly more optimized rent…

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Ready to build a custom Airbnb? Home Theater? Home Audio System? Man Cave? 18:38

15d ago18:38

18:38

Justin Bethune, owner of the Home Source Network, Bethune Builds, and Build Something Media, shares his creative flair for construction design and contractor marketing on this podcast. Justin tells us how he started the Home Source Network for remodeling and construction, and how his business has evolved into a full-blown marketing company to help …

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Deal Alchemy™ - Black Box Cash Flow 31:54

26d ago31:54

31:54

Deal Alchemy™ - Black Box Cash Flow Deal Alchemy™ is all about manipulating returns to get the returns you desire most. One variation of Deal Alchemy™ has you think about your rental property investment as a black box. You put money into the black box, some magical things happen over the next few years and out pops profit which you can spend like c…

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How do home warranties work? What is covered? How much does a home warranty cost? 26:25

23d ago26:25

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How do home warranties work? What is covered by a home warranty and what is not covered? How much does a warranty cost? Get the answers to these questions and many more about home warranties as Maryann Azambuja, Senior Account Executive for Choice Home Warranty, explains home warranties on this podcast. Maryann gives valuable information about the …

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Warning - Risks of Rental Demand Declining When Investing in Real Estate 27:08

1M ago27:08

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Warning - Risks of Rental Demand Declining When Investing in Real Estate Risk, risk, risk... Life is full of risks. To a limited degree, we get to choose which risks we voluntarily take on. For example, if you choose to invest in real estate, you choose to take on some additional risks that you might not—directly—face if you opt to invest in someth…

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Save money with a free EPB Energy Check-Up 17:49

1M ago17:49

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Save money by saving energy and get a rebate to save even more. John Watts, EPB’s Senior Supervisor Energy Services, details the free service EPB provides to customers that’s sure to help identify ways to save money and energy. EPB’s free Energy Check-Up is available for all EPB residential customers providing a detailed inspection and report of pa…

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105-Unit Tillery Apartments In Knoxville, TN With Gino Barbaro, Multifamily Investing Expert 31:28

1M ago31:28

31:28

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Gino Barbaro, a multifamily investing expert, as he recently spearheaded the acquisition of the 105-unit Tillery Apartments in Knoxville, Tennessee. This strategic purchase exemplifies Gino's expertise in identifying and capitalizing on value-add opportunities in the multifamily market. By se…

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Private Mortgage Insurance Myths 27:22

1M ago27:22

27:22

Private Mortgage Insurance Myths Reputation can be a challenging thing. I have found, through many conversations with clients over the years, that Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) has a questionable reputation with home buyers in general and investors in particular. However, much of its reputation is based on half-truths, bad information, lies, and…

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Finding Investment Houses, Identifying Good Deals, and Finding a Bargain House for Investment 15:29

1M ago15:29

15:29

How to find investment houses, how to identify a good deal, and how to find a bargain house for investment – these topics are covered on this podcast. Blake Watson shares practical tips and strategies for finding a house in the Chattanooga area to buy for investment, fix and flip or rental. He details several real life examples from his own investm…

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194-Unit Midtown Ridge In Chattanooga, TN With Neal Bawa, Apartment Syndication Expert 33:54

1M ago33:54

33:54

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Neal Bawa, an apartment syndication expert. In this episode, we unlock the secrets behind a 194-unit Midtown Ridge, poised for a million-dollar transformation. Join us as we explore the aggressive negotiation tactics used to snag this deal and dissect the unique financing strategy that utiliz…

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Warning - Risks of Neighborhood Decline When Investing in Real Estate 28:21

2M ago28:21

28:21

Warning - Risks of Neighborhood Decline When Investing in Real Estate Everything in life has risks. Not investing adds certain types of risks, while investing adds other risks. One risk that some real estate investors face is the possibility that the neighborhood they're investing in will decline, causing values and/or rents to drop. So, how do we …

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Can I lower my flood insurance premium with a survey? Do I need a survey to buy a house or put up a fence? 23:31

1M ago23:31

23:31

On this podcast, Mario Forte from Beginning Point Surveys details what a land surveyor does and how a property owner can benefit from a professional survey. He explains how marking property lines is important for fences and buildings. Mario explains why online GIS maps sometimes have property lines going through a driveway or part of a building. He…

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How to Analyze a Duplex 21:02

2M ago21:02

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How to Analyze a Duplex Some real estate investors are sensitive to their ability to get ten 30-year fixed rate financing loans and would prefer to fill those loan spots with larger purchases than just single family rental homes. One way to do that is to buy more expensive properties like duplexes, triplexes or fourplexes. In this class, James will…

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Is Chattanooga becoming a city of million dollar homes? Are there any affordable homes left? 13:53

2M ago13:53

13:53

On today’s podcast, Blake Watson shares data from the Chattanooga MLS to help answer the million dollar question and to determine if there are still any affordable homes available in Chattanooga. He also covers the April real estate market report uncovering trends of inventory increases along with median house price increases. Blake Watson is the s…

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How to Analyze Deals with Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) 12:37

2M ago12:37

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How to Calculate PMI If you're a house hacker, Nomad™, investor buying properties with less than 20% down, or buying creatively where the seller has PMI, you'll want to make sure you know how to analyze deals that have Private Mortgage Insurance. In this mini-class, James will cover how to analyze deals that have PMI, with an emphasis on doing it u…

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Real Estate Investing: Is Rental Property a Good Idea? Do Fix and Flips work? 13:34

2M ago13:34

13:34

Thinking about flipping houses or buying a house to rent? Listen to get some insight on both real estate investment options. On today’s podcast, Blake Watson shares some of the benefits of buying investment property. He explains some considerations for Fix and Flip houses, and presents the reasons he thinks Buy and Hold investing in rental property…

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Is it Better to Pay Off Properties with Cash Flow or In Full When Nomading™? 36:00

2M ago36:00

36:00

In many cases—not all, but many cases—real estate investors can speed up the time it takes to become financially independent by choosing to pay off the mortgages on their properties early. Sometimes it makes sense to take every extra dollar beyond a healthy amount of reserves and aggressively pay off properties as quickly as possible. Other times, …

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What is umbrella insurance? Can I be under-insured? Do horses need to be insured? 20:49

2M ago20:49

20:49

Michael Colquette, a Chattanooga agent with American National Insurance Company, answers these questions and more with true stories from his own experience as a home insurance agent. He explains why having an insurance agent’s expertise can help you be properly insured for any of life’s potential setbacks. Michael can be reached at his American Nat…

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310-Unit Marvey Apartments In Dallas, TX With Michael Roeder, Multifamily Syndicator 29:19

2M ago29:19

29:19

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Michael Roeder, a seasoned investor and multifamily syndicator. Mike is back on the show to share his experience acquiring the 310-unit Marvey Apartments in Dallas, TX. From deal discovery to financing, Mike reveals how his team leveraged their expertise and strong relationships to win the bi…

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Deal Alchemy™ - Residential vs Commercial Property 14:50

3M ago14:50

14:50

Deal Alchemy™ - Residential vs Commercial Property Deal Alchemy™ is all about manipulating the returns you're earning on your investments. Often, this is done through the choices we make when selecting the investment property and the strategies we choose to implement. For example, you could choose to invest in residential properties where your tena…

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Mid-century modern homes in Chattanooga – a passion for Gary Crowe 18:13

3M ago18:13

18:13

Gary Crowe explains his love for mid-century modern design and how he has been remodeling and building homes of this design for years here in Chattanooga. He also shares his “small and mighty” business strategy for creating a portfolio of rental properties to generate income and financial freedom right here in Chattanooga. Gary can be reached at up…

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Warning - Risks of Loan Called Due When Investing in Real Estate 30:10

3M ago30:10

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Warning - Risks of Loan Called Due When Investing in Real Estate Investing in real estate adds some risk to an already risk-filled life. However, certain activities and strategies when investing in real estate create additional risks that other strategies and activities do not have. For example, choosing to utilize strategies where the lender has t…

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What is house hacking? Can you make money house hacking? 11:05

3M ago11:05

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How do you house hack, and is it worth it? House hacking is a common way for homeowners to help cover their housing expenses in today’s real estate market. On today’s podcast, Blake Watson explains house hacking, including its advantages and disadvantages. He also covers several considerations you’ll need to keep in mind if you choose to house hack…

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28-Unit Reedville Meadows In Beaverton, OR With Bobby Larsen, Multifamily Syndicator 21:42

3M ago21:42

21:42

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Bobby Larsen, founder of Vanamor Properties. Bobby shares his journey of acquiring and revitalizing the Refill Meadows 28-unit property in Beaverton, Oregon. With a background rooted in real estate sales and mortgages, Bobby's expertise shines through as he navigates the complexities of the a…

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How to Analyze Buying a Rental Property at a Discount 36:46

3M ago36:46

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How to Analyze Buying a Rental Property at a Discount in Chattanooga Some real estate investors insist on only buying properties where they can purchase them at a significant discount. While not mutually exclusive, other investors insist on buying quality properties at a fair price as long as it gets them their desired returns and will stand the te…

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Clean your windows for Spring with Scenic Shine Window Cleaning 11:05

3M ago11:05

11:05

Gage Keeble, owner of Scenic Shine Window Cleaning, talks about how he makes a whole house shine with clean windows in the Chattanooga area. He explains that he’s happy to come look at your home and give you a price quote, or he offers the option of a virtual quote when you send him photos or video of your windows. Gage can be found on Facebook at …

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44-Unit Majestic Apartments In Houston, TX With Wayne Courreges III, Apartment Syndication Expert 35:19

3M ago35:19

35:19

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Wayne Courreges III about his acquisition of the 44-unit Majestic Apartments in Houston, Texas. He shares how he got the 1970s property with about a million less than the tax-appraised value, their renovation efforts to spruce up the place, and how they set up an online payment system for the…

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How to Calculate PMI 13:27

3M ago13:27

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How to Calculate PMI If you're planning to buy a property and put less than 20% down, you're likely to be required to pay Private Mortgage Insurance. Lenders prefer that you put at least 20% down, but if you insist on putting less than 20% down, they may still make the loan. However, they will usually do so at a slightly higher mortgage interest ra…

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What's the Difference Between a Certified Arborist and a Tree Guy? 20:27

3M ago20:27

20:27

Kevin McDonell, a certified arborist with Tree Worx, explains how his role as an arborist guides his work of cutting, trimming, planting, and caring for trees in the Chattanooga area. This podcast is packed with interesting and useful information for every homeowner with trees in their yard. You’ll learn how some trees are more likely to lose limbs…

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200-Unit The Lewie in Overland Park, KS with Ben Fraser, Apartment Syndicator 25:43

3M ago25:43

25:43

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Ben Fraser. Ben is the Chief Investment Officer at Aspen Funds, and he unravels the story behind the acquisition of a 200-unit property in Overland Park, Kansas. From navigating loan assumptions to raising capital during the holiday season, discover the strategic decisions and partnership dyn…

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Is it Better to Buy Rentals with 20% Down or For All Cash After Buying an Owner-Occupant First? 31:11

3M ago31:11

31:11

There are a large number of investing strategies you could pursue as a real estate investor: Nomad™, house hacking, fix and flip, buying 20% down rentals, buying 25% down rentals, saving up to buy free and clear rentals and many, many more options. Which is the best? Which gets you to financial independence fastest? Which gives you the highest net …

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The Complete Guide to Buying a Home-A book to help you navigate the home buying process 15:23

4M ago15:23

15:23

Owning vs. Renting Searching for the Right Home How Realtors Help Home Buyers What to Know About Home Inspections Programs for Home Buyers The Closing Process These are just some of the chapter titles in Blake Watson’s book, The Complete Guide To Buying A Home. On today’s podcast, Blake shares an overview of each chapter in the book and offers to g…

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128-Unit Apartment Complex In Knoxville, TN With Gino Barbaro, Multifamily Syndication Expert 31:56

4M ago31:56

31:56

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Multifamily Syndication Expert, Gino Barbaro. Gino shares his journey from the restaurant business to becoming a multifamily real estate investor, discussing his latest acquisition of a 128-unit property in Knoxville, Tennessee. From overcoming challenges during the purchase process to implem…

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Deal Alchemy™ - Increasing Down Payment 19:57

4M ago19:57

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Deal Alchemy™ - Increasing Down Payment There are four primary returns from investing in rental properties: appreciation, cash flow, debt paydown, and the tax benefits of depreciation. Additionally, there is a secondary return in the form of the interest earned on the reserves required to make the investment in the first place. Many real estate inv…

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The Day of the Roses, 16 foot trees, 75 varieties of tomatoes - just a few of the surprises at Ooltewah Nursery 22:31

4M ago22:31

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The Day of the Roses happens every Spring at Ooltewah Nursery & Landscape Co. Find out why it’s on March 15 each year and so much more about all of the plants and trees available at this award-winning nursery. Gina Whitener, co-owner, explains what makes Ooltewah Nursery & Landscape Co unique and why they continue to win awards as the area’s favori…

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Warning - Risks of Rental Property Expenses When Investing in Real Estate 43:06

4M ago43:06

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Warning - Risks of Rental Property Expenses When Investing in Real Estate Risk is all around us. When we choose to invest in anything, we’re choosing to take on the additional risk characteristics of that investment. For example, when we choose to invest in real estate, we choose to take on the risk characteristics of the specific real estate inves…

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A Community Lending Program with no income limits brings home loans with lower interest rates to many Chattanooga Neighborhoods. 18:31

4M ago18:31

18:31

On this podcast, we talk with Don Oakes, Branch Manager at Highlands Residential Mortgage. Don explains the Highlands Residential Mortgage Community Lending Program and how it can provide notably lower interest rate loans for homebuyers in many Chattanooga communities with eligibility based on location rather than income or first-time buyer require…

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How to Analyze a New Construction Single-Family Home Property 33:48

4M ago33:48

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How to Analyze a New Construction Single-Family Home Property in Chattanooga Your ability to analyze deals is arguably the most important skill as a real estate investor. It allows you to make smart investment decisions and helps you avoid making career-ending bad decisions, such as buying cash-flowing-sucking vampire properties. In this class, Jam…

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How to prepare your house for sale and real estate photos and videos 15:38

4M ago15:38

15:38

On this podcast, Blake Watson explains steps to make your house Instagram-ready for photos, walk-through videos, open houses, and real estate showings. He covers all the steps to clean, declutter, and depersonalize your house so it will not only have curb appeal, but will be attractive to buyers inside and out. Blake explains how to use the 80/20 r…

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90-Unit Mount Pleasant Villas In Roanoke, VA With Mac Shelton, Multifamily Investor 23:32

4M ago23:32

23:32

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Multifamily Investor, Mac Shelton, who takes us on a journey through his career evolution, transitioning from private lending to the dynamic realm of real estate. Our focus zooms in on the impressive 90-unit Mount Pleasant Villas in Roanoke, VA, as Mac unveils the intricacies of the deal, inc…

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The 3 Strategies to Pay PMI 29:58

4M ago29:58

29:58

The 3 Strategies to Pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) Whether they're putting 15% down and buying a non-owner-occupied property or utilizing an owner-occupied loan with 0%, 3%, 3.5%, or 5% down for Nomading™ or house hacking, some real estate investors will choose to put less than 20% down. With the decision to put less than 20% down comes the c…

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It's time to clean, prune and plan your yard for Spring. 27:58

4M ago27:58

27:58

There’s more to lawn care than mowing the grass. On this podcast, we talk with Paul Say, owner of Chattanooga Lawn Enforcement. Paul talks about the many services his company provides in addition to mowing grass. He explains how February and March are great months for washing and cleaning the exterior of your home, gutters, sidewalks and driveways.…

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129-Unit Residences At Discovery Square In Rochester, MN With Elaine Stageberg, Multifamily Investing Expert 31:13

5M ago31:13

31:13

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews multifamily investing expert Elaine Stageberg, who shares about her acquisition of 129-unit residences at Discovery Square in Rochester, Minnesota. She talks about getting into this relatively small market, facing the challenge of dealing with five participating banks, and having an easier ti…

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Is It Better to Pay Off Rentals Early With Extra Cash Flow or Traditional Nomad™? 31:14

5M ago31:14

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Investing in real estate is full of truthy-sounding falsehoods: it is always better to do X than Y. However, if you were crazy enough to sit down and do the math, you'd find the truth to be much more nuanced. For example, should you take all your extra cash flow and savings and apply it to your mortgages each month to pay off rental properties fast…

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First Time Homebuyer? Georgia and Tennessee home ownership programs help you buy a home with little money down 16:31

5M ago16:31

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First time Homebuyer? Georgia and Tennessee home ownership programs can help you buy a home with little money down. Multiple down payment assistance programs are widely available through the Georgia Dream program and Tennessee’s THDA program with details specific to each state. Additional down payment benefits are available to First Responders, Mil…

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Deal Alchemy™ - Cash Flow to Debt Paydown 25:57

5M ago25:57

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Deal Alchemy™ - Cash Flow to Debt Paydown There are four primary returns from investing in rental properties: appreciation, cash flow, debt paydown, and the tax benefits of depreciation. Additionally, there is a secondary return in the form of the interest earned on the reserves required to make the investment in the first place. Many real estate i…

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