1 Rental to Freedom Podcast

Half a million dollars in equity. In under three years. That's what my client Jim — alongside his business partner Scott — has built by buying rental after rental without using a dime of his own money. How long would it take YOU to save half a million dollars from a paycheck? In this recording from our recent 3-day live workshop, Jim and Scott break down exactly how they've grown to nine r...

Are you growing your rental portfolio as fast as you’d like, or are you stuck in the "saving for a down payment" cycle? In this episode of the  One Rental to Freedom  podcast, Chad Harris breaks down the second fatal financing mistake: leaving your own money in the deal. Learn how to leverage appreciation and "Other People’s Money" (OPM) to recycle your capital and scale your p...

In this episode, Chad discusses raising money from private lenders for your real estate business! Tune in as he breaks down common misconceptions about seller financing, addresses concerns about "not knowing the right people," and sheds light on a more honest approach to success, [00:00:13] focusing on serving others! The more people we serve, the bigger our business will grow. Understan...

Are you struggling to find "good deals" in today's real estate market? The problem might not be the inventory—it might be your financing. In this episode, Chad Harris kicks off a new series on the five fatal financing mistakes that hold investors back from true wealth. We dive deep into Mistake #1: Relying on traditional, slow-close financing. Learn why bank loans and even DSCR loans...

How do you know if a potential property is a home run or a money pit? In this episode, host Chad Harris pulls back the curtain on the deal analysis process. We break down the essential acronyms every investor needs to know—ARV, MAO, ROI, and DSCR—and explain the "70% Rule" and "$250 per door" cash flow strategy. Chad also explores the world of creative financing, including Subj...

In this episode of the  One Rental to Freedom  podcast, host Chad Harris breaks down the essential strategies for finding consistent real estate deals in any market. Whether you are looking to build long-term wealth through rentals or generate quick cash via flipping and wholesaling, success starts with a strong lead generation pipeline. Chad discusses how to master "Driving for Dollars," the nuan...

Ready to move past the foundations and start scaling your portfolio? In this episode of the  One Rental to Freedom  podcast, host Chad Harris dives into "Real Estate Investing 102." This session goes beyond the basics to explore advanced strategies for acquisition, lead generation, and deal analysis. Chad breaks down the five essential modules for growth: property acquisition, sourcing off-market...

Join Chad as he welcomes Mike Kroupa, a real estate investor who embodies the core belief that business grows by serving others . Mike shares his inspiring journey from a 35-year career as a chemical engineer, living and working across the globe, to becoming a full-time real estate investor in Louisville, Kentucky. Discover how his "Real Estate Investor Who Cares" model focuses on creati...

Are you building a business that supports your life, or a life that supports your business? In this episode, host Chad Harris sits down with Casey Gregersen, a former petroleum engineer who traded offshore rigs for real estate freedom. Casey shares his journey of scaling from a single house hack to managing over 450 units. We dive deep into the "why" behind the hustle—focusing on family,...

Is your growth in real estate being limited by the amount of cash you have in the bank? In this episode of the  One Rental to Freedom Podcast , host Chad Harris breaks down five powerful creative financing strategies to help you scale your portfolio without relying on traditional bank loans. From leveraging private money and mastering seller financing to the art of the "trade," learn the...

Is it possible to become a millionaire in just six years without using any of your own money? In this episode, Chad Harris breaks down the exact "target numbers" for a winning rental deal using the 70% rule. You'll hear a real-life case study of a 19-year-old investor who created $59,000 in equity on his very first property. Chad also explains the long-term magic of scaling to 10 ren...

Struggling to find cash-flowing deals in a market where housing prices and interest rates continue to climb? In this episode of  One Rental to Freedom , host Chad Harris sits down with real estate investor Michael Hong, who built a 200-door portfolio and retired in his 30s. Michael breaks down two "unsexy" but highly profitable strategies: Co-living (the PadSplit model) and Mobile Home L...

Join host Chad Harris as he welcomes seasoned real estate investor Lindsay Jensen to the One Rental to Freedom podcast. In this insightful episode, Lindsay unpacks her journey from corporate marketing to building a $12 million rental portfolio in just eight years, all while raising two young children. Discover how Lindsay shifted her mindset from flipping properties to embracing the long-term weal...

Are you struggling to find cash-flowing deals in your local market? In this episode of the  One Rental to Freedom  podcast, host Chad Harris sits down with virtual wholesaling expert Chris Logan to discuss how to break free from geographic limitations. Chris shares his journey from reading  Rich Dad Poor Dad  to building a seven-figure virtual wholesaling business. Learn the "Easy Offer Metho...

In this episode, Chad Harris sits down with Alejandro Valdez, a Springfield, Ohio investor who scaled his portfolio from 7 rentals to 89 in just a few short years. Alejandro reveals his "secret sauce" for securing seller-financed deals by focusing on authenticity, solving the seller’s pain points, and offering the allure of "Mailbox Money." Learn why the interest rate is more important than the pu...

In this episode of the newly rebranded  One Rental to Freedom  podcast, host Chad Harris sits down with "accidental entrepreneur" Brandon Cobb. After a sudden career shift, Brandon discovered the power of real estate and has since completed over 187 transactions, specializing in land entitlement and development. Brandon breaks down his highly effective three-phase strategy for land—entit...

"One Rental to Freedom" and the Creative Wealth Accelerator We’re thrilled to announce the  Creative Wealth Accelerator , a three-day intensive training happening March 26-28 from 10 AM to 4 PM via Zoom . Join Chad and Scott Poirier as we dive deep into the strategies you need to acquire properties without relying on banks or your own cash. We'll cover everything from running numbers...

"One Rental to Freedom" and the Creative Wealth Accelerator We’re thrilled to announce the  Creative Wealth Accelerator , a three-day intensive training happening March 26-28 from 10 AM to 4 PM via Zoom . Join Chad and Scott Poirier as we dive deep into the strategies you need to acquire properties without relying on banks or your own cash. We'll cover everything from running numbers...

In this episode of the  One Rental to Freedom   podcast, host Chad Harris sits down with Martine Richardson, founder of The Freedom Inc. Martine shares her journey from being fired from a corporate finance job to building a portfolio of over 100 properties. We dive deep into why high-volume wholesaling and flipping are often just "high-paying jobs" rather than true freedom, and how you c...

Are you tired of the "tenants, toilets, and trash" that often come with traditional rental properties? In this episode, Chad Harris sits down with real estate expert Alex Pardo to discuss why he walked away from a highly profitable wholesaling operation to go all-in on self-storage. Alex breaks down the incredible benefits of the self-storage asset class, including low overhead, remote m...

Is the real estate market finally shifting in favor of investors? In this episode, Chad Harris and the True Wealth team dive into the current market transition from a seller’s market to a balanced—and potentially buyer’s—market. While flippers and wholesalers are facing new challenges due to price stabilization and high seller expectations, the "buy and hold" space is heating up with opp...

Many real estate investors dream of a large portfolio, yet most stop after their very first rental property. Why is it so hard to scale? In this episode, Chad Harris breaks down the two primary reasons investors stall: poor deal structuring and a lack of management systems. Learn why using your own money can be a recipe for frustration and how successful investors leverage Other People’s Money (OP...

Everyone knows that rental properties are a proven path to long-term wealth, so why do so few people actually own them? In this episode, Chad Harris breaks down the three psychological and strategic roadblocks that keep investors on the sidelines. We discuss how to structure deals using none of your own money (the 70% rule), why "timing the market" is a myth when you have a 30% equity bu...

Join host Chad Harris and seasoned investors Vance Courtney and Randy Shelley for a high-energy debate on the most pressing topics in real estate today. In this episode, the trio dives into whether the housing market is headed for a crash or a climb, the impact of new mandates on institutional buyers, and why a "well-managed business" might be a faster path to wealth than real estate alo...

Is the "Wild West" era of real estate wholesaling coming to an end? With states like Illinois and Arizona cracking down on unlicensed deal-making, the traditional wholesale model is facing an existential crisis. In this episode, Chad sits down with David O, author of  Investor Friendly Agent , to discuss why getting your real estate license might be the smartest move you can make for you...