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Learn all about investing in real estate in San Antonio, Texas with a combination of real estate financial planning and modeling with numbers specific to San Antonio plus syndicated, more generalized recordings of live and pre-recorded real estate investing classes (not all specific to San Antonio).
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Become an EMPOWERED INVESTOR. Survive and thrive in today's economy! With over 2,000 episodes in this Monday, Wednesday, Friday podcast, business and investment expert Jason Hartman interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and financial experts including; Steve Forbes (Freedom Manifesto), Tomas Sowell (Housing Boom and Bust), Noam Chomsky (Manufacturing Consent), Jenny Craig (Health & Fitness CEO), Jim Cramer (Mad Money), Harvey Mackay (Swim With The Sharks & Get Your Foot in the Door ...
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Now on YouTube!Millennial Market Talk - The Best Mortgage Podcast for Millennials with Mark Jones, Daily Mortgage & Real Estate Update in Minutes from a Millennials Perspective. This is for Consumers and industry Professionals to stay current with what's going on in our world.Mortgage & Real Estate News & Updates, Daily Millennial Mortgage Updates, Industry Hot Topics, Tips, & Education for Consumers, Realtors, Brokers, & Lenders. Daily Millennial Mortgage Update | Mark JonesVisit https://ww ...
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Buying Down Mortgage Interest Rates for Real Estate Investors There are several ways to improve cash flow on your rental properties. One option is to put more money down to reduce the amount you borrow. In some cases, this can also improve your interest rate by lowering your overall loan-to-value. However, when comparing putting more money down to …
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In this eye-opening episode, Jason Hartman delves into the critical state of the real estate market with renowned author Ken McElroy. Discover shocking insights about the struggling commercial real estate sector and its impact on pensions and insurance companies. Are your investments at risk? Plus, explore the booming new construction housing marke…
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Jason welcomes his business partner, Ken McElroy, who is known for his books in the Rich Dad series and his expertise in multifamily real estate. They discuss various topics, including the impact of the Federal Reserve's interest rate increases on commercial real estate, the challenges faced by different real estate asset classes, and the dynamics …
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Jason reads a nice letter written by Gary who toured with Jason during the Memphis Property Tour. Jason introduces a long-time client, Philip Sullivan to the show to talk about his real estate investment portfolio. Philip is unique because he started his real estate journey doing hard-money lending first and then purchasing income property. He talk…
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Jason and Will Denis of the Flippin' SoFlo podcast discuss various aspects of the current real estate market and the impact of interest rates and inflation. They emphasize the importance of looking at data rather than getting caught up in fear-based news and offer insights into why the real estate market remains strong despite economic challenges. …
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Today's 10th episode features Dr. Joe Dispenza, a neuroscientist who has written several best-selling books such as "Evolve Your Brain (2007)," "Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself (2012)," and "You Are the Placebo (2014)." Dr. Joe Dispenza is a Doctor of Chiropractic who has received postgraduate training and continuing education in neurology, ne…
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Today's Flashback Friday is from episode 586 published last October 27, 2015. Megan Greene joins us today to discuss the results of the 2015 John Hancock Investor Sentiment Survey. She shares her views on whether or not the Fed’s will raise the interest rate, if the stock market is rigged and how she believes monetary easing stokes financial inequa…
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Other Financing Options for Real Estate Investors In the last several classes, we covered a variety of traditional financing options, including nothing-down financing, low down payment financing, conventional financing, and portfolio loans. These options represent the overwhelming majority of financing options used when purchasing properties. Howev…
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Jason discusses various topics related to the housing market and investment strategies. He covers issues such as the housing shortage, market trends, and the importance of understanding real estate investment math. He also touches on the significance of increasing one's failure rate to achieve success. He then emphasizes the need for proper analysi…
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Today's podcast features an interview Jason did for Mike Zlotnik of the BogMikeFund podcast, discussing market insights and investment strategies. Jason begins with a mention of a financing program offering 2.99% with zero points, accessible via the website jasonhartman.com/financing. Jason is also promoting the Empowered Investor Pro monthly meeti…
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Home prices are up a lot over the last 10 years or so, interest rates are up even more in the last 18 months or so, and—while rents are up—they’re not up enough to counteract the higher prices and interest rates. That makes cash flow harder... but not for Ryan and his strategy... We discuss this method of improving cash flow under "Improve Strategy…
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This Flashback Friday is from episode 686 published last June 13, 2016. Michelle Hawkins is a client who has attended a Meet the Masters live event and the most recent Creating Wealth Seminar and Property Tour in Cincinnati, Ohio. Michelle crunched her financial numbers only to discover that her pension was never going to be enough to support her d…
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Prices have gone up rapidly in the last few years. And, interest rates are much higher. And even though rents are up, they’re not up enough to counteract the much higher prices and much higher interest rates. That makes it harder to achieve good cash flow with a reasonable down payment. One way to overcome the impact of higher interest rates is to …
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Jason invites you to join the Zoom meeting that is offering a 2.99% financing offer. Also, the Empowered investor monthly Zoom meetings is this coming Tuesday. Fast track your investing journey by joining this amazing community of investors who are committed to your success! Then Jason continues his discussion with guest Bob Murphy as they talk abo…
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Today Jason talks about the current state of the market and the Federal Reserve. He mentioned that while house prices have increased significantly, median household income has also seen growth. However, real house prices are still more expensive than 23 years ago. Jason also discussed the resilience of the real estate market and the human tendency …
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Today's Flashback Friday is from episode 587, published last Oct 29, 2015. Jason does a solo episode on today's show and has a number of thoughts he'd like to share with the audience. Jason emphasizes the importance of leveraging not only our investments, but our business, and our biology too. He believes leverage is the key to success and talks on…
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The Importance of Loan Planning for Real Estate Investors Real estate investing is a little like the game of Chess. You can play the game with an elementary understanding of the basic rules. But, you soon learn that just knowing how the pieces move about the board are the table stakes for being able to sit at the game board. If you want to do well,…
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Jason talks about the increase in housing inventory in the United States, attributing it to housing affordability issues. Despite the increase, inventory is still lower than it was last year by around 10%. He also anticipated misleading headlines and disaster scenarios, dismissing them as fake news. He emphasized the need for understanding the dyna…
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In this episode, Jason welcomes bestselling author Harry Dent as a returning guest. Harry Dent, known for his bearish outlook on the economy, has appeared on the show multiple times over the years. The discussion revolves around whether Harry's long-held economic predictions are finally coming true. Jason highlights Harry's approach of studying dem…
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This Flashback Friday is from episode 515, published last May 13, 2015. Michael Casey is the author of The Unfair Trade and talks to Jason on how we can make international trade fair. Jason and Michael talk on how saving financially can hurt the economy as a whole, China's economy, job creation, and much more on today's episode. Jason would also li…
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Hard Money and Private Money for Real Estate Investors Certain real estate investing strategies suggest certain types of financing. For example, most long-term buy-and-hold real estate investors purchasing non-owner-occupant properties will opt for 30-year fixed rate conventional financing or commercial loans. House hackers and Nomads™ will often s…
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Today, Jason discusses various topics, including his impressions of Medellin, Colombia, and observations about expatriates' perceptions of their new countries. He compares the US to other countries in terms of government interference, ease of doing business, and capital movement. He anticipates higher inflation due to shifting global labor markets …
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Jason discusses the state of the housing market from a scenic location in Medellin, Colombia. He highlights the remarkably low mortgage delinquency rates, the lowest since 1979, debunking predictions of market collapse. He contrasts today's median mortgage payments, even with rising interest rates, to those in 2011-2013 when prices were significant…
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Today's Flashback Friday is from episode 517 published on May 18, 2015. Jason talks on why the US real estate is vastly better than the European market and also answers a listener question from Pam. Gary Carmell is the author of The Philosophical Investor: Transforming Wisdom into Wealth. He talks to Jason on what is a philosophical investor, the r…
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Commercial Loans 101 for Real Estate Investors Recently, we have been covering a variety of financing options for real estate investors. However, we have primarily focused on financing single-family homes, condos, townhomes, duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes. But what if you're interested in purchasing a commercial building, an apartment with fiv…
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Jason Hartman discusses various topics related to the real estate market and mortgage debt service payments. He emphasizes the importance of taking a broader and longer-term perspective when evaluating economic and real estate trends. He highlights that while some might focus on recent increases in mortgage debt service payments as a percentage of …
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Jason is in Salt Lake City, Utah, hosting The Collective Mastermind gathering with Ken McElroy and George Gammon. He gives us a short outlook on millennial and unemployment myths versus the housing market and its current shortage and why it is really good for income property investors! Then Jason welcomes Tobias Peter of American Enterprise Institu…
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This Flashback Friday is from episode 535 published last June 29, 2015. Mark Fleming is the Chief Economist for First American Financial Corporation. He has been a trusted voice with over 20 years of experience in the mortgage and property information business. Mark talks on the housing collapse, where the housing market is today, and why you shoul…
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Portfolio Loans 101 for Real Estate Investors Most real estate investors initially use conventional financing options to acquire their rental property portfolio. However, when they hit the limit of conventional loans they can obtain, they may switch to portfolio loan products to continue acquiring properties. Additionally, when doing certain types …
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Today, Jason discusses an article about Fannie Mae, a government-sponsored entity, which reported a significant profit increase and expects a 3.9% rise in home prices despite a looming recession. He emphasizes the resilience of the housing market and how first-time homebuyers are still active despite rising home prices and decreased affordability. …
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In this episode, host Jason Hartman welcomes guest John Williams. They discuss the current market and agree that it is rigged. They emphasize the need for individuals to take control of their financial future, as they cannot rely on the government. Hartman shares personal experiences with self-management and advocates for it, as it offers more cont…
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Today's Flashback Friday is from episode 497 published last April 1, 2015. Jason Hartman on the intro portion of the show talks about the sharing economy, his new Venture Alliance mastermind group, and some interesting new material called graphene. Jason also welcomes second time guest John Rubino to the show to talk about the money bubble and what…
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Conventional Financing 101 for Real Estate Investors While about one-third of real estate transactions are all-cash, the majority of real estate investors use conventional financing options to acquire their rental properties. Even new investors often desire to utilize creative financing strategies, but it's important to have a foundational understa…
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In today's 10th episode, Jason discusses the booming new home market and the prevalent housing shortage. He explains how low mortgage rates have led to a lack of resale housing, making existing mortgages highly valuable. Demographics play a significant role, with a generation double the size of the last one entering the housing market. Real estate …
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Jason discusses the national debt, unfunded liabilities, and the practicality of a gold standard. He also explores the idea of a balanced budget amendment and its potential impact on the economy. While acknowledging the inflationary effects of debt, he believes the U.S. will continue to kick the can down the road for years. Additionally, Jason emph…
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This Flashback Friday episode is from CW 509 published last April 29, 2015. Jason's mother, Joyce, reads a book a week and has some interesting questions for Jason about the book she's currently reading entitled The Death of Money by James Rickards. Jason and Joyce talk about China's economy, the one child policy, and they also touch on why the US …
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Improving Cash Flow on Rental Properties as a Landlord When real estate prices, mortgage interest rates, and rent rates are high, it can be more challenging to generate great cash flow from a rental property. However, it is also more important than ever to do everything in your power to maximize cash flow. There are 88 strategies for improving cash…
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Today Jason discusses various aspects of the housing market and affordability. He highlights the increase in housing prices and the challenges it poses for prospective buyers due to low inventory and affordability. He emphasizes the need for compromise when it comes to finding a suitable home or rental property. He also mentions the resilience of t…
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In episode Jason discusses the alarming state of retirement savings for Generation X. A report by the National Institute on Retirement Security reveals that the bottom half of Generation X earners have very little saved for retirement, with some having nothing at all. The report highlights the disparity among different racial groups, with blacks an…
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This Flashback Friday is from episode 479 published last February 18, 2015. In today's Creating Wealth introduction, Jason Hartman reads out loud about a Realty Times article about Zillow's evaluations and gives his comments on this. He also talks about military drones, regular drones, and reminds the audience that you can still purchase Meet the M…
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Low Down Payment Financing Options for Real Estate Investors Real estate investors often believe that minimizing their down payment leads to higher returns. This is partly true since a lower down payment means higher leverage, which amplifies returns. However, returns can be amplified both positively (when returns are positive) and negatively (when…
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In this video, Jason discusses bankruptcy filings and provides statistics to debunk the claim that bankruptcy rates are skyrocketing. He compares recent bankruptcy filing statistics to previous years, including pre-COVID and 2016. The numbers show that bankruptcy filings have actually decreased over time. In the first quarter of 2022, there were 40…
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In this episode, Jason discusses the concept of luck and how to manufacture your own luck. He emphasizes the importance of building a network, learning new skills, and being actively involved in your endeavors. Remember, luck happens when preparedness meets opportunity. Also, get your tickets to our upcoming Creating Wealth virtual event on July 21…
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This Flashback Friday is from episode 458, published on December 29, 2014. Jason Hartman shares an important lesson he learned from Richard Nixon and talks a little bit more about the Meet the Masters event and why you must be there. David Porter is the guest for today's show. He has been on the show before many years ago and he updates the audienc…
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Property prices and interest rates are currently high, while rents are not keeping up. Achieving cash flow has become even more crucial and challenging than ever, despite our 88 strategies to maximize it. One common question that arises is whether it is better to purchase rental properties with 20% down payments or to invest in stocks. Buying renta…
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In this episode, Jason discusses the concept of hybrid self-management for rental properties. He shares his recent experiences with property management issues and emphasizes the benefits of taking control of property management. He highlights the time and cost savings of self-management, improved tenant screening, and reduced repair bill markups. H…
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Today Jason discusses a significant topic that could have devastating effects on the real estate market and the economy. He mentions that the peak of civilization was in 1990 and expresses concerns about the culture war and its potential impact on human life. He emphasizes the importance of financial independence and invites listeners to share thei…
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This Flashback Friday is from episode 428, published last October 24, 2014. Jason talks a little a bit about what’s going on in the world today and touches on some subjects like fusion fuel, cool apps, and more. Later in this podcast Jason interviews John Challenger about employment growth and what are some of the hotspots in the United States. Joh…
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Is Creative Financing Really Nothing Down? Every real estate investor has heard stories of the amazing deals that can be found with creative financing, often involving instant equity from buying significantly below current fair market value with nothing down. While these deals do exist, they are not typical. So, what can an investor reasonably expe…
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In this episode, Jason shares his experiences in Barcelona and discusses the declining birth rates and aging population in Europe and the United States. He highlights the impact of demographics on the economy and real estate market. The United States has reached a record-high median age of 38.9 years, while Spain has an even higher median age of 44…
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