Investing in Real Estate publishes three times a week! It's a show hosted by Clayton Morris with a laser focus on buy and hold rental properties in order to create passive income. Clayton shares tried and true methods for acquiring rental real estate, building net worth, and accelerating your financial freedom. This podcast utilizes expert interviews, case studies with normal everyday investors, and Clayton's own methods for achieving passive income. If you want to learn how to acquire turnk ...
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1122: America Is Becoming a Renter Nation - Episode 1122
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It’s happening right before our eyes; America is becoming a renter nation. Gone are the days of the American Dream with the white picket fence. Buying a house has become out of reach for many Americans. On this episode, we're going to discuss what's going on with the housing market, why so many people are turning to renting, and what this means for…
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1121: Q&A: How Can I Get Funding for My Real Estate LLC? - Episode 1121
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As you might know, business banking has different standards than personal lending. Today's first caller asked, "what's the best way to get funding within an LLC? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore Q&A episode! Today's episode covers three of your great questions on getting funding in an LLC, buying turnkey rentals out of state, …
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1120: Americans Are Throwing in the Towel on Credit Card Debt - Episode 1120
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Americans’ credit scores have fallen for the first time in a decade. As always, the mainstream media is putting a positive spin on this – saying the economy is strong, or that these trends aren’t severe enough to signal financial distress. The truth is, this credit situation is destroying Americans' financial well-being. On today's show, you're goi…
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1119: Q&A: What's the Difference Between Roth & Traditional IRAs for Investors? - Episode 1119
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Today's first caller wants to set up a self-directed IRA to buy real estate. What's the difference between Roth and traditional IRAs? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A edition of Investing in Real Estate! On this encore episode, I'm answering your great questions on types of IRAs for investors, the best way to utilize $35k in c…
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1118: Say Goodbye to the US Dollar As We Know It - Episode 1118
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The US dollar as we know it, is about to change forever. There are many ways in which the dollar is losing its value, strength, and dominance as the world's principal reserve currency. And all these factors are combining to make way for a digital currency. On today's show, we're going to discuss the future of a central bank digital currency, why it…
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1117: Q&A: Should I Rent Out My Primary Residence? - Episode 1117
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Today's first caller asked a popular question. If you're looking to move out of your primary residence, is it a good idea to rent it out? Or is it better to cut ties completely and sell the property? On this Q&A episode, I'm giving my take on this common dilemma! This episode feature three of your great real estate questions. We're going to cover t…
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1116: The Housing Crisis Is Devastating America - Episode 1116
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Half of US homeowners and renters reported regularly struggling to make their housing payments, according to a recent Redfin survey. The cost of living over the past couple years is hurting Americans, and housing is a big factor in this equation. On today's show, we're going to discuss what's behind America's housing crisis. You're going to learn a…
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1115: Q&A: How Do I Get Money to Buy Real Estate? - Episode 1115
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What's the best way to get funding for your real estate portfolio? Specifically, after you've reached the 10-mortgage limit with traditional banks, what other avenues exist for funding? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions on how to get mone…
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1114: Americans Are Being Crushed by Credit Card Debt - Episode 1114
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According to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, credit card delinquencies reached 8.5% in the fourth quarter of 2023 – that’s up from 5.87% in 2022, and 4.1% in 2021. Within a span of two years, credit card delinquencies have more than doubled. We’re hearing again and again from the current administration the US economy is healthy – ye…
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1113: Q&A: Should I Hire a Property Manager? - Episode 1113
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If you have a rental property but you don't live nearby, what's the best way to manage things on site? Is it a good idea to hire a property management company? On today's show, I'm answering this—plus two more of your voicemails! This encore Q&A episode features three of your real estate questions on property management, LLCs, and buying a mobile h…
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1112: The Future of Your 401k - Episode 1112
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There are major challenges ahead for the future of the 401k. On today's show, you're going to learn the latest data behind why the 401k is headed for disaster. You're going to hear the latest statistics on retirement contribution, hardship loans, and more. We're also going to discuss why the 401k on its own, does not lead to a comfortable retiremen…
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1111: Q&A: Should I Buy a Primary Residence or a Duplex? - Episode 1111
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Today's first caller is a Marine who'd like to use a VA loan wisely. Should he buy a primary residence, or hack house a duplex? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore episode! This episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on utilizing a VA loan, pulling funds out of traditional retirement accounts …
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1110: Americans Credit Scores Are Crashing - Episode 1110
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Americans’ credit scores have fallen for the first time in a decade. According to a March 2024 report by FICO, “the effects of high interest rates and persistent inflation may be starting to weigh on consumers, especially those already struggling to manage their finances.” The FICO report found that the national average credit score dipped to 717 i…
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1109: Q&A: How Can I Invest $5k? - Episode 1109
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If you want to get started as a real estate investor, but you only have $5k to invest, what's the best recourse? On this Q&A episode, I'm giving three ideas for getting started investing with $5k! I'm also answering your questions on recovering a project gone wrong with a new builder, and how much it costs to get started investing with Morris Inves…
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1108: The US National Debt Crisis Is Spiraling Out of Control - Episode 1108
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The national debt in the United States is steadily increasing year after year, finally reaching a historic level. This situation is concerning, with a fast-paced growth at a rate of a staggering $1 trillion accruing to the national debt every 100 days. On today’s show, we’re going to talk about some of the main factors brewing behind the scenes. Th…
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1107: Q&A: Should I Use My Home Equity to Invest in Real Estate? - Episode 1107
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Today's first caller asked an excellent question: "is now a good time to use home equity to invest for positive cash flow?" On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions on various real estate topics. We're going to cover using home equity for positive cash flow, how to maximize your returns on a smaller …
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1106: The End of the US Dollar Is Happening Faster Than We Thought - Episode 1106
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Now more than ever, there are a lot of questions about the stability and the future of the US dollar. Will the US dollar crash? That’s what we’re going to unpack on today’s show. You're going to learn about the relationship between global trade and the US dollar, the departure from the gold standard, and what the Federal Reserve has said about the …
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1105: Q&A: Is Flipping Houses a Good Investing Strategy? - Episode 1105
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If you're thinking about getting started in the real estate industry, chances are you're considering a lot of options. One popular real estate strategy is flipping houses. Is flipping houses a good investment strategy? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A episode! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering t…
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1104: How to Easily Buy a Rental Property Before the End of the Year - Episode 1104
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The end of the fiscal year is a great time to assess your goals and add a rental property to your portfolio. Buying before the end of the year can help you build your net worth and take advantage of the tax benefits of buying real estate. On today's show, I'm going to share everything you need to know about buying a rental property before the end o…
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1103: Q&A: Is It a Good Time to Pay Off My Mortgage? - Episode 1103
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When I wrote my book How to Pay Off Your Mortgage in 5 Years, mortgage rates were at a historical low. Since rates have risen in the past year or two, does it still make sense to use a HELOC to pay off the mortgage on your primary home? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This encore episode features three listener questions on…
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1102: The Banks Are Collapsing and It's Getting Worse - Episode 1102
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Big trouble is ahead for many banks that have commercial real estate in their portfolios. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warning, “there will be bank failures” at the Senate Banking Committee in early March. Due to declining values and defaulting loans in the commercial real estate space, smaller banks are feeling the pinch. Specifically, smal…
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1101: Q&A: How Do I Become a Section 8 Landlord? - Episode 1101
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What does it take to become a Section 8 Landlord? Do you have to get pre-approved? And if so, what does the process look like? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore Q&A episode! On today's show, I'm taking three of your great questions on Section 8 rentals, how to get funding to grow your portfolio, and how to buy gold and silver. …
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1100: Americans Are Being Crushed by Credit Card Debt - Episode 1100
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There’s a huge problem impacting our economy and we need to talk about it – Americans are absolutely drowning in credit card debt. In the fourth quarter of 2023, Americans’ total credit card balances increased by $50 billion, reaching a total of $1.129 trillion, according to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. In fact, consumer debt is …
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1099: Q&A: How Can I Find a HELOC for My Rental Property? - Episode 1099
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Banks have been tightening their lending standards for a while now, and investors are finding it harder and harder to find lenders willing to give loans on rental properties. Today's first caller has contacted 30 banks to find a HELOC on an investment property, and still came up empty handed. What should his next move be? That's the first question …
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1098: Americans Are Sitting on a Goldmine and They Don't Even Know It - Episode 1098
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With home prices rising US homeowners have gained an incredible amount of home equity. On today's show, I'm going to be sharing the latest data on home equity, and what homeowners can do to take advantage of this massive increase in wealth. As I've always said, real estate is the number one way to build wealth in the United States. This massive jum…
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1097: Q&A: How Can I Use an Old 401k to Invest? - Episode 1097
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What can be done with an old 401k? Is there any way to use it to invest in real estate? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to talk about the future of the US dollar and how it relates to real estate investing. Then I'll answer three of your great questions about i…
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1096: Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage or Invest? - Episode 1096
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Here's a question I hear a lot: should I pay off my mortgage, or invest that money instead? Both strategies can yield incredible results for your budget, your family's future, and your overall finances. Unfortunately, there's hardly ever a straightforward answer, but on today's show I'm going to help you weigh your options. On this episode of Inves…
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1095: Q&A: Should I Sell a $400k Property? - Episode 1095
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There's not one clear, defined path to building wealth. When faced with a decision, you should always analyze your entire financial snapshot, including your Freedom Number. Today I'm sharing how you can assess whether or not to sell a rental property—and more! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions…
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1094: The American Dream Is Collapsing Before Our Eyes - Episode 1094
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The promise of The American Dream has long attracted people from all over the world to build a better life for themselves and their families. The American Dream promises that if you just work hard enough, you can have the life you want. Yet there are Americans working full, long careers and still can’t afford to make ends meet when it’s time to ret…
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1093: Q&A: How Can I Build a Smart Retirement Strategy? - Episode 1093
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Today's first caller is thinking about his retirement plan. It's become harder than ever to build a solid retirement plan that can weather the ups and downs of the economy. What's the best way to make sure your retirement is both secure and growing? That's the first question I'm answering on this Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate! This episod…
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1092: Here's How to Tell If Your 401k Sucks - Episode 1092
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Anytime I talk about the downfalls of the popular retirement plan, the 401k, there’s always a few people in the comment section protesting. If you’re one of the lucky few that has been able to build a large retirement savings inside a 401k, that’s great! But unfortunately, this isn’t the norm. Most people who put money into a 401k aren’t able to sa…
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1091: Q&A: How Do I Use My Home Equity to Buy Rental Properties? - Episode 1091
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What's the best way to transform a liability (like your primary residence) into performing assets? That's the first question I'm answering on this Q&A episode! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm tackling three listener questions about using home equity to buy rental properties, the best states to live and invest, and how to dec…
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1090: The Middle Class Is Disappearing - Episode 1090
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The middle class has been slowly disappearing for a number of decades now. Over the past 50 years, the percentage of Americans in the middle class plummeted from 61% to 50%. And I’ve got to tell you: I only see it getting worse from here. Of course, there are a number of systemic and economic factors that go into this tightening of the middle class…
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1089: Q&A: How Can I Access the Equity in My Rental Property? - Episode 1089
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Since HELOCs can be difficult to find on an investment property, what's the best way to access the equity on a rental? In what scenarios would a cash out refinance be a better option? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to discuss the future of digital currency, an…
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1088: These Mindset Shifts Could Make You Rich - Episode 1088
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Did you know that there’s one thing that will dictate your success in real estate investing more than any other factor? It’s not your finances or your credit score. It's your mindset that will determine your outcomes. The good news is: is it’s absolutely free to change your mindset. So on this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m going to share…
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1087: Q&A: Should I Use Cash or Financing to Invest? - Episode 1087
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Should you use your cash reserves to buy real estate, or is it a better strategy to use bank financing? And which method offers better tax benefits? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to talk about the state of the economy and the current value of the US dollar. T…
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1086: 4 Smart Investments You Can Make in 2024 - Episode 1086
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So you want to invest in 2024? You’re probably wondering the best route to take. There are a multitude of strategies and investment types out there – and if you’re just searching on Google or YouTube, you’re going to find a lot of conflicting advice. On today’s show, I’m sharing four smart investments you can make to start building your net worth. …
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1085: Q&A: How Can I Protect Myself Against Inflation? - Episode 1085
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Today's first caller asked about investing during times of high inflation. As the dollar loses its value, is it wise to continue buying rental properties? Or would it be better to wait out the current economic cycle? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm taking three of your…
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1084: How to Retire Early Step-by-Step - Episode 1084
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Your parents and grandparents probably lived by the idea of working hard at a 9-5 job, saving money inside traditional savings accounts and a 401k, and then enjoying the fruits of their labor at retirement. But so much has changed in our society in recent generations, and most people today are not seeing healthy retirement balances. Today we’re goi…
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1083: Q&A: Should I Use My HELOC to Invest in Real Estate? - Episode 1083
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How do you know if it's a good strategy to buy assets with your home equity? And given higher interest rates, would it be better to invest in real estate or commodities like gold and silver? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A episode! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to talk about the pent up deman…
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1082: The Hidden Secrets to Successfully Using a HELOC - Episode 1082
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If you’re thinking about tapping into your home’s equity with a HELOC, or home equity line of credit, there are some things you should know. Some of the best strategies, tips, and tricks around using a HELOC are not well known. On today’s show, I’m going to walk you through some of the hidden secrets you should know in order to successfully utilize…
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1081: Q&A: How Can I Invest with a Bad Credit Score? - Episode 1081
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Is it possible to invest in real estate with a bad credit score? What are the best financing options for investors without optimal credit? That's the first topic I'm answering on today's Q&A episode! On this episode, I'm taking three of your great questions on credit scores, selling rental properties, and using home equity to but assets. Click play…
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1080: 5 Financial Myths You Need to Unlearn - Episode 1080
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There’s a whole wide world of financial advice out there – some good and some bad. Depending on your financial goals, certain advice could steer you in the wrong direction. On this show, my goal is to give you a financial education that’s based on the principles of building a high net worth through performing assets. So with those goals in mind, to…
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1079: Q&A: Why Doesn't My Custodian Want Me to Buy Real Estate? - Episode 1079
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If you've ever tried to move money out of a traditional retirement account in order to invest in a self-directed IRA, you'll learn very quickly that your custodian won't be too fond of this idea. This happened to today's first caller, and it happened to me too! This is the first topic I'll be diving into on this Q&A edition of Investing in Real Est…
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1078: 10 Rules for Building Wealth with a Self-Directed IRA - Episode 1078
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More and more people are realizing that traditional retirement advice, like using a 401k or relying on Social Security, is severely outdated. This old school advice once helped generations before us create a comfortable retirement plan, but it can no longer keeping up with our modern world where the cost of everything is rising. Your 401k and simil…
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1077: Q&A: Should I Visit My Out-of-State Property? - Episode 1077
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When you're investing in rental properties out of state, should you go visit them? Today I'm going to share my personal philosophy on this topic, plus explain our company's policy for our investors. On this Q&A episode, I'm answering your question on visiting out-of-state rental properties, buying in overinflated markets, and achieving real estate …
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1076: How to Invest in Landlord Friendly States - Episode 1076
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Over the last several years, I’ve noticed a new fear emerge among investors. Many people are finding themselves hesitant to invest because they worry they are going to get stuck in a bad situation with a tenant who doesn’t pay. Especially after some of the rent freezes and eviction moratoriums of the pandemic era, it’s a valid concern. So on today’…
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1075: How Does Morris Invest Make Money? - Episode 1075
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How does our full-service real estate company make money? What types of fees can you expect to pay when you buy a property from our team? On today's show, I'm answering these frequently asked questions, and more. On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, you're going to learn how Morris Invest makes money, how to find a sustainable market…
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1074: The Ultimate Guide to Property Management - Episode 1074
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If you want to have a passive experience as a real estate investor, one of the most important things you can do is hire a great property management team. In this Ultimate Guide to Property Management for Real Estate Investors, I’m going to share some of best tips I’ve learned in my investing career. We’re going to cover the major benefits of workin…
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1073: Q&A: How Can I Quickly Grow My Retirement? - Episode 1073
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What's the best strategy for building a real estate portfolio when you're over 50 and want to grow your retirement fast? That's the first question I'm answering on this Q&A Monday! On today's show I'm taking three listener questions about fast portfolio growth, getting started in real estate with no money, and my best recommendations for tax and le…
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