Investing in Real Estate with Clayton Morris | Build Financial Independence

Life is about embarking on a journey in order to discover your true purpose. For us the journey is real estate investing, and our purpose is in helping others. I recently read the novel, The Alchemist, and felt inspired; the concepts from the novel relate directly to real estate investing, business, and creating wealth. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Natali and I are discussing several of the overarching themes from The Alchemist, and applying those ideas to real estate investing. We’ll contemplate making business decisions on a spiritual level, the importance of overcoming fear, and how to be a positive influence to others.

As America’s largest living generation reaches adulthood, what are the implications on the economy? How will real estate investing change in the near future? How can the decisions that Millennials make influence the future for buy and hold investors? If you’ve ever wondered about this topic, today’s show is for you. On this episode, I’m sharing what real estate magnate Sam Zell predicts for the future of the economy and real estate investing. I’ll also talk about how Millennials are changing the market for buy and hold investors. Don’t miss this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

What is a 1031 exchange? How can participating in a 1031 exchange benefit you in your real estate investing business? We get these questions consistently, so today’s guest is here to help! Lance Growth is the Business Development Manager at Asset Exchange Company, and he is a 1031 exchange expert! On this episode, Lance is clarifying what a 1031 exchange is, and how you can use it to explode your real estate portfolio! We’re digging deep into all the details of 1031 exchanges, including the legal details, and specific, real life examples. Lance has an abundance of knowledge on this topic; don’t miss this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

Have you ever wondered how to navigate a tenant turnover? If you own rental real estate, tenants will inevitably move out. Recently, Natali and I went through this experience, so we thought it would be a timely opportunity to discuss tenant turnovers. On this episode, Natali and I are explaining how we handle tenant turnovers in our rental real estate business. We’re talking about everything from budgeting to working with property management. It’s all here on Investing in Real Estate!

Last week on the podcast, I gave an overview of A, B, and C neighborhoods. While I shared many of the differences between these three classifications, I did not disclose my personal opinion. Today, I want to tell you about my favorite neighborhood classification for investing. You might be surprised to learn that I purchase all of my properties in C neighborhoods, especially if you’ve been reading about investing on the internet. On today’s show, I’m explaining why I love investing in C neighborhoods. I’ll talk about all the benefits of investing in a C neighborhood; you won’t want to miss this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

Is it possible to invest in real estate with no money? Can you purchase a property with no real estate experience under your belt? Today’s guest owns zero rental properties, has no money to invest, and is ready to make the jump into real estate investing. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m sitting down with future investor, Pablo Fernandez. Pablo is prepared to begin on his real estate journey, but needs coaching through the process. On today’s show, I’ll offer Pablo my best advice, and going forward we’ll chronicle his progress here on the podcast. We’re elaborating on private lending, making connections in your community, and how to begin building a real estate portfolio!

What if chaos ensues at your rental property? What if you receive a letter from the Board of Health? What will happen if your tenant doesn’t pay their rent? What will you do if your appraisal seems incorrect? On this episode, Natali and I are discussing our experience with issues that arise in owning buy and hold real estate. We’ll share some of the common problems, as well as the rare situations that we have encountered. We’re talking about how to emotionally prepare for the problems that arise in the business; it’s all here on Investing in Real Estate!

Have you ever been confused by the different classifications of properties? Do you wonder what the difference is between A, B, and C neighborhoods? I know many of you are curious, because I receive emails about this topic frequently. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’ll give an overview of how this measurement tool is used, and how to distinguish between the three classifications. I’ll also talk about how this topic ties into the most important investing metric: ROI. If you’ve ever wondered about A, B, and C neighborhoods, this episode is for you!

Although we focus specifically on buy and hold investing, real estate investing can encompass a wide variety of assets. If you’re interested in diversifying your portfolio to include commercial real estate, today’s show is for you! I’m interviewing Frank Rolfe, whose portfolio includes over $800 million worth of mobile home parks across country! On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Frank is sharing how he began purchasing mobile home parks, and how seller financing allowed him to explore commercial real estate. We’ll also talk specifically about how he finds his deals, and what it’s like to take over an existing mobile home park.

In our family business, we’re always looking to pursue avenues that allow us to meet our ultimate goal: purchasing buy and hold real estate. On today’s show, we’re sharing a strategy that we use in order to utilize our finances to the fullest. On this episode, Natali and I are discussing how we use a home equity line of credit to pay our primary home mortgage. We’re sharing the specific strategy, and how you can utilize it. We’ll also talk about finding the best loan possible, and what you should avoid when shopping around. It’s all here on this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

Are you overwhelmed about getting started in real estate investing? Do you feel anxious about putting together a plan to achieve financial freedom? If so, this episode is for you! On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m sharing my personal struggles with anxiety. I’ll explain how I was able to eradicate my hesitations about investing. I’ll also talk about where anxiety stems from, and how you can put together a plan to dissolve your worries.

What would it feel like to land a deal nearing a billion dollars? Today’s guest, Alan Guinn, is here to share! Alan joins us to detail his long and storied career in real estate investing projects, and how he has successfully expanded his portfolio throughout the years. Alan is the managing director and CEO of Guinn Consultancy Group, and his portfolio is expanding to include a massive international project nearing the billion-dollar mark! On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Alan is sharing what it takes to be a successful investor, how to let go of the fear of failure, and he also sheds light on the future of the market!

Should you pay off debt before you begin investing in real estate? Is being debt-free a requirement for investing? On today’s show, Natali and I are answering these questions, and sharing how you can make the right decision for your particular situation. This topic is one of our most frequently asked questions, and we’re excited to address the topic. Many people understand the value of real estate investing, but are concerned about approaching investing when weighed down by debt. Listen in to this episode of Investing in Real Estate to hear how to address your debt, assess your expenses, and how to be creative in real estate investing!

Have you ever wanted to purchase buy and hold properties, but felt confined by the structure of traditional mortgages? Maybe you have little to no money for a down payment, or your credit score is holding you back from qualifying for a bank loan. Luckily, there is another way! Seller financing is a unique, creative, and incredibly viable means of purchasing rental real estate. On today’s show, I’m sharing my experience with seller-financed properties, and explaining how structuring a seller-financed deal can be mutually beneficial. I’ll also talk about the major benefits of seller financing, what to be wary of, and give specific examples of how seller financing can work for you. To hear more about seller financing, don’t miss this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

Real estate investing is one of the safest ways to earn passive income, as long as certain safeguards are put in place. If you’ve ever wondered how to insure you’re your real estate investing business is sustainable, you won’t want to miss this episode! Today’s expert guest, Joe McCall, is here to share the mistakes he made in his buy and hold investing business. Joe McCall is a real estate investor, podcast host, and author. Although he is successful today, Joe lost everything during the 2008 housing crisis. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Joe is elaborating on what he learned from the experience, and how he’s rebuilding his business today. We also talk about building a business around the lifestyle you want to live, planning for retirement, and making a passive income while you travel.