Investing in Real Estate with Clayton Morris | Build Financial Independence

Real estate investing is the number one way to build wealth in the United States. From cash flow to tax deductions, there’s no denying the power of purchasing real estate investments. And the good news is, you don’t have to reinvent the wheel to become wealthy via real estate.   Today’s guest, Alex Babayev is here to share a successfully proven strategy for building financial independence through real estate. You’ll learn about educating yourself, conducting market research, and the power of taking action. If you’re ready to be financially independent, this episode of Investing in Real Estate is for you!   This episode is sponsored by Pitney Bowes! With SendPro Online from Pitney Bowes, it’s just click, send and save for as low as $4.99 a month. Schedule package pick-ups and track shipments from departure to arrival. And for being one of our listeners, you’ll receive a FREE 30-day trial to get started and a FREE 10-pound scale to ensure that you never overpay. Go to pb.com/clayton to access this special offer!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode545  

It’s no secret that the internet and social media have changed the game for many industries, and real estate is no exception. The days of handing out business cards, knocking on doors, and cold calling are fading into the past, and now real estate professionals can harness the power of social media to find deals.   Today’s guest, Nate Kennedy is a real estate investor and digital marketer who helps other real estate professionals grow their businesses and develop their brands online. In this interview, he’s sharing how to build a strategy around marketing and branding, the power of having genuine conversations, and how to build your presence online. Don’t miss episode 544 of Investing in Real Estate!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by HelloFresh! With HelloFresh, America’s #1 meal kit, get easy, seasonal recipes and pre-measured ingredients delivered right to your door. All you have to do is cook and enjoy! From step-by-step recipes to pre-measured ingredients, you’ll have everything you need to get a wow-worthy dinner on the table in just about 30 minutes. For a limited time only, get 9 free meals with HelloFresh by visiting HelloFresh.com/INVESTING9 and use promo code INVESTING9.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode544  

Wealthy people usually have a few things in common: the right mindset, passive income, and good spending habits. In fact, I've noticed five key areas in which most rich people refrain from spending money. These five categories are what truly separates the wealthy from the poor and middle class.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm going to share 5 expenses rich people avoid. You'll learn about spending habits, college debt, housing costs, and more. If you want to learn about emulating the habits of wealthy people, this episode is for you!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by SimpliSafe! SimpliSafe protects your whole home – every window, room and door - with 24/7 monitoring for just a fraction of the cost. There’s no contract, hidden fees or fine print. For free shipping and a 60-day risk-free trial, visit simplisafe.com/investing.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode543  

As promised, on today’s show you're going to learn how to find fix and flip properties. In part three of our Flipping Mastery Series, Jerry Norton is back to share exactly how to find a distressed property to fix and flip! Jerry is a house flipping expert and the owner of Flipping Mastery, an education company that has taught real estate investors to flip over $100 million in real estate.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Jerry is sharing the key components of finding a deal. We'll discuss the importance of finding motivated sellers, and the two different ways to find deals. Jerry is giving an overview of his deal-finding software, and sharing how you can quickly make $10k off your first deal.   Jerry Norton's Flipping Mastery 10k Club: http://bit.ly/2PvkxMc    Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode542  

When you quit your day job and live off of your real estate business, you'll have to pay out of pocket for health insurance. For many Americans, shifting away from an employee-sponsored health plan is a scary idea, but it doesn't have to be!   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you're going to learn how to make more informed decisions about healthcare plans. We're covering deductibles, premiums, out-of-pocket expenses, and more. If you've ever wondered how to pay for your health insurance yourself, this one is for you!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by Rhone! Rhone is a men's performance lifestyle and premium activewear brand that is engineered for unparalleled quality and comfort. They are an absolute necessity for guys on the go. It doesn’t matter if you’re training in the gym or jumping on international flights, they are your new go-to men’s clothing brand. Go to rhone.com/investing today and use promo code INVESTING to get 20% off your first purchase.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode541  

Recently, my nine-year-old son asked me what a paradigm is, and on today’s show I want to dive into what it really means to identify and change your paradigm. Because when it comes to making a big change in your life, you first have to consciously shift your paradigm.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you’re going to learn about changing your paradigm about money. We’ll discuss how your mindset creates your reality, how to consciously begin changing the way you think, and how to create a better financial situation for you and your family.     Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode540  

What could you learn from following the advice and actions of the world’s top real estate investors? How would your mindset shift? How would your portfolio grow? Erez Cohen has collected this knowledge first-hand, and he shares it in his new book Real Estate Titans.   On today’s show, I’m joined by Erez to discuss the inner workings of a real estate titan’s mind. We’ll discuss three of the biggest lessons from the world’s top investors, as well as Erez’s personal journey into real estate. We’ll talk about mindset habits, business growth, and so much more! Erez has so many insights to share, I know you’ll enjoy this interview.   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by SimpliSafe! SimpliSafe protects your whole home – every window, room and door - with 24/7 monitoring for just a fraction of the cost. There’s no contract, hidden fees or fine print. For free shipping and a 60-day risk-free trial, visit simplisafe.com/investing.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode539  

Setbacks are a part of any business, and real estate investing is no exception. When many new investors experience problems in their business, it can be easy to begin spiraling into fear, regret, and insecurity. On today’s show, Natali and I want to talk about what these setbacks can teach you about yourself.   If you’ve ever gone through a hardship in your business, and found yourself regretting purchasing real estate, this episode is for you. You’ll learn about appropriately managing your expectations, how to get through a tough time, and the importance of thinking of your setbacks objectively. Please join us for episode 538 of Investing in Real Estate! This episode is sponsored by Vistaprint! With Vistaprint, you can get free shipping on any business card, in any quantity. Choose whatever style, finish, shape or paper you like. Select your own colors, fonts, designs and images to create something as unique and compelling as your business. You can feel good knowing that Vistaprint uses only carefully selected inks and responsibly sourced paper stocks. Vistaprint wants you to be able to “Own the Now” in any situation, which is why our listeners will get free shipping on all business cards, any style, any quantity. Just go to Vistaprint.com and enter promo code INVESTING.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode538  

Theodore Roosevelt once said, “I wish to preach, not the doctrine of ignoble ease, but the doctrine of the strenuous life.” On today’s show, I want to dissect what that quote means, and how it relates to your financial outcome.   You’ll learn about making sacrifices, getting outside of your comfort zone, and taking risks. I’ll talk about the benefits of living a strenuous life, and how you can benefit from living in discomfort. Please join me for episode 537 of Investing in Real Estate!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode537  

At Morris Invest, we are passionate about continued learning. We believe that there is not one set-in-stone path to financial freedom, but that you must instead forge your own way. The best way to do so is to inform yourself about the different opportunities and strategies that exist.   On this episode, we’re covering five of the best books for wealth-building. Topics range from taxes to mindset, and more! If you’re looking to learn more about building wealth, you’ll want to hear this book roundup!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by SimpliSafe! SimpliSafe protects your whole home – every window, room and door - with 24/7 monitoring for just a fraction of the cost. There’s no contract, hidden fees or fine print. For free shipping and a 60-day risk-free trial, visit simplisafe.com/investing.    Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode536  

Understanding your expenses and your overall net worth is an important piece of your overall financial snapshot. But what’s also important is understanding the amount of performing assets that are necessary to create financial freedom for your family. This episode is my interview on the Get Rich Education Show!   In this interview, you’ll learn about the power of the Freedom Number, how to leverage your investments, and how to grow your portfolio. You’ll hear about the problem with falling in love with real estate, how to make your investments passive, and more!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by Zapier! Zapier is the easiest way to automate your work. It connects all your business software and handles work for you, so you can focus on the things that matter most. Zapier lets you instantly engage with leads, send them to a CRM or spreadsheet, then notify your team so they can act fast on every opportunity. And that's just scratching the surface. Zapier supports more than fifteen-hundred business applications, so the possibilities are virtually endless. Right now through November, try Zapier for free by visiting our special link, zapier.com/investing.   This episode is also sponsored by Rhone! Rhone is a premier men's performance lifestyle brand,designed for men who appreciate quality, comfortable clothing that fits how they live, work, and sweat. With styles for everything from the gym to the office, Rhone is the go-to choice for men living an active lifestyle. Rhone makes something for the modern man regardless of the occasion. For 20% off your order, go to rhone.com/investing.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode535  

In Robert Greene’s book Mastery, he writes, “There are two kinds of failure. The first comes from never trying out your ideas because you are afraid, or because you are waiting for the perfect time. This kind of failure you can never learn from, and such timidity will destroy you. The second kind comes from a bold and venturesome spirit. If you fail in this way, the hit that you take to your reputation is greatly outweighed by what you learn. Repeated failure will toughen your spirit and show you with absolute clarity how things must be done.”    On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I want to talk about these two types of failure, how to boldly chase your dreams, and what you can gain from failing. We’ll discuss Henry Ford, how failure can help you grow, and more!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode534    

Most entrepreneurs are into crunching numbers and improving analytics. When you’re in that mindset, it’s easy to keep striving for more success and more money. But at some point, you have to ask yourself the question: “when is enough, enough?”   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m excited to introduce you to Brandon Middleton! Brandon is the epitome of an entrepreneur, a podcaster, and a real estate investor. He’s here to share how he transitioned from building a million dollar business owner to a passive investor. We’re talking about tips for entrepreneurs, how to scale your business, and how to have a healthy relationship when you work with your spouse. Don’t miss episode 533!   Today’s episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by ZipRecruiter! ZipRecruiter doesn’t depend on candidates finding you. It finds them for you. See why ZipRecruiter is effective for businesses of all sizes. Try ZipRecruiter for FREE by visiting ziprecruiter.com/investing.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode533    

When you’re a real estate investor, you’re going to have to deal with repairs from time to time. A great property management team will help manage the maintenance of repairs, but as the owner, you’ll still have to make financial decisions and take responsibility.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Natali and I are sharing our experience with letting property management teams handle repairs. We’ll talk about getting second opinions, ensuring your quotes are reasonable, managing your expectations, and more. Don’t miss episode 532!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by SimpliSafe! SimpliSafe protects your whole home – every window, room and door - with 24/7 monitoring for just a fraction of the cost. There’s no contract, hidden fees or fine print. For free shipping and a 60-day risk-free trial, visit simplisafe.com/investing.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode532  

American Elections: Wicked Game is a new podcast from the host of Wondery’s American History Tellers (Lindsay Graham) that will explore all 58 presidential elections, leading up to the big day in November 2020. From the inevitable election of George Washington in 1789, to Donald Trump’s surprise electoral victory in 2016, we’ll attempt to discover if there ever was a “good ol’ days,” or if presidential politics have always been played dirty. Listen now at: http://wondery.fm/AmericanElectionsIR