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Send a text Are you navigating the tricky world of real estate investing? Join Justin and Richard as they dive into post-closing processes and share their experiences with successful investments that seemed like failures at first glance. Resources and links discussed: - Videocast on our YouTube Channel - ANB Funds Website - https://anbfunds.com About the Host: Justin Bogard – Note Investor special...

Send a text Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton shares insights on the current debt ceiling debate, we also take a closer look at the  challenges facing smaller syndicators. Discover the potential consequences of over-promising and under-delivering, and explore various investment opportunities and strategies, including simple interest vs compounding interest. Don't miss this value-packed conve...

Send a text Be The Bank S5 Ep10 - A.I. and Perfunctory Tasks On episode 10 of season 5, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton go into discussions about using A.I. in business! Key Takeaways: A.I. - Good and Bad Watch out for more fraud How things were and how they are today Resources and links discussed Videocast on our YouTube Channel ANB Funds Website - https://anbfunds.com About the Host Justin Bo...

Send a text Be The Bank S5 Ep9 - Face to Face    On episode 9 of season 5, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton got to hangout recently at a mastermind!   Key Takeaways: Charity Auction Mastermind Wholesalers overselling houses Resources and links discussed Videocast on our YouTube Channel ANB Funds Website - https://anbfunds.com About the Host Justin Bogard – Note Investor specializing in performin...

Send a text Be The Bank S5 Ep8 - Don't Break Your Process On episode 8 of season 5, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton discuss recent mistakes made! Key Takeaways: Justin's oversight with Insurance Collateral Management, are they necessary? Residential Real Estate continues to appreciate Resources and links discussed Videocast on our YouTube Channel ANB Funds Website - https://anbfunds.c...

Send a text Be The Bank S5 Ep7 - The Perfect Storm    On episode 7 of season 5, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton debate what's going on in the banking industry today!     Key Takeaways: Catching up with Richard 5 things going on with the Banking Crisis Real Estate is still a solid investment Resources and links discussed Videocast on our YouTube Channel ANB Funds Website - https://anbfunds....

Send a text Be The Bank S5 Ep6 - Hand Smacks the Forehead On episode 6 of season 5, Justin Bogard talks with Marco Bario, of Porch Swing Funding, about Seller Financed notes! Key Takeaways: Our companies have been confused by consumers Marco's past in Movie/TV production Loosing out on purchasing Seller Financed Notes Resources and links discussed Videocast on our YouTube Channel ANB Funds We...

Send a text Be The Bank S5 Ep5 - Own Nothing and Control Everything On episode 5 of season 5, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton discuss funds and origination vs seasoned loans! Key Takeaways: Himalaya's are getting taller? The Great Re-Set Newly Originated vs Seasoned Loans Resources and links discussed Videocast on our YouTube Channel ANB Funds Website - https://anbfunds.com About the Host...

Send a text Be The Bank S5 Ep4 - Travails with a Fund On episode 4 of season 5, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton discuss travails with setting up funds and other fun stuff! Key Takeaways: Richard's Valentines Evening Recession right now, NOPE! Reshuffling Know your craft and know how to run a business Resources and links discussed Videocast on our YouTube Channel ANB Funds Website - https:/...

Send a text Be The Bank S5 Ep3 - It's a Grind with Non-Performing Loans On episode 3 of season 5, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton discuss Non-Performing Loan stories! Key Takeaways: Richard's Vietnam trip Cautionary tales with Non-Performing Loans Busted Flipper Loans Resources and links discussed Videocast on our YouTube Channel ANB Funds Website - https://anbfunds.com About the Host...

Send a text Be The Bank S5 Ep2 - Who is Richard Thornton On episode 2 of season 5, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton discuss Richard's professional path! Key Takeaways: Vietnam is one of the top coffee bean exporters Richard professional career Real Estate Funds Resources and links discussed Videocast on our YouTube Channel ANB Funds Website - https://anbfunds.com About the Host Justin Bogar...

Send a text Be The Bank S5 Ep1 - Marry the Investment and Date the Servicer On episode 1 of season 5, Justin Bogard talks with Lauren Glory of BIFI Loan Servicing! Key Takeaways: How does a loan servicer benefit you? Cost of doing business Processes are crucial! Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube Channel BrightPath Notes Website - https://brightpathnotes.com About...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep26 - Last Episode of the Season On episode 26 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton talk about Facebook Groups and back office issues! Key Takeaways: Don't get your advice from FaceBook Groups Notary Blocks in GA The Fund is inked Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube Channel BrightPath Notes Website - https://brightpathnote...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep25 - Audit Your Accounts On episode 25 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton talk about how to end the year! Key Takeaways: Auditing your portfolio Richard's Disappearing Partial Xmas list?? Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube Channel BrightPath Notes Website - https://brightpathnotes.com About the Host Justin Bogard – Not...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep24 - Markets and Funds On episode 24 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton talk about Crypto markets and their new fund! Key Takeaways: Crypto Currency Current Real Estate Market What a fund can do for your diversification Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube Channel BrightPath Notes Website - https://brightpathnotes.com About t...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep23 - That's Not Cheap Money!    On episode 23 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton went to some Real Estate conferences recently and share what they learned!     Key Takeaways: Re-Performing Loans (RPL) RPL Borrower Today vs RPL Borrower 10yrs ago Avg Home Owners spend 47x more than Avg Renters Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep22 - What Should I Invest In First? On episode 22 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton discuss the thought process of a first time investor. Key Takeaways: Justin try's to tough it out with not heat! CDA REI Event What should you invest in first? Performing or Non-Performing or a Fund Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube C...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep21 - Sexy Sells On episode 21 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton talk about what effects happen in rising interest rate environments! Key Takeaways: What is a Spiff (LOL!!) Why Home Affordability Is High Don't jump in too early!! Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube Channel BrightPath Notes Website - https://brightpathno...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep20 - The Devil Is In The Details On episode 20 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton talk about how emotion can play a big role in finding great deals! Key Takeaways: Emotional Sellers and listening to their Story! Bank Trustee was a shoe in for Richard! Not Every Deal is a home-run, but it is sure nice when it happens! Resources and links discussed Videocast...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep19 - The Sky Is Not Falling On episode 19 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton breakdown how we are in a cooling market but it's still a sellers market! Key Takeaways: Real Estate Agents Predict in Panic How bad was the Real Estate Debacle compared to Today Sub-Markets Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube Channel BrightPat...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep18 - People Find a Way To Not Follow Directions On episode 18 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton discuss communication with vendors/buyers/sellers! Key Takeaways: Skin in the game for wholesaler/flipper Making lists for visual ease or Task Lists How they answer the question Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube Channel BrightP...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep17 - Stories Tell All On episode 17 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton breakdown opportunities missed by investors! Key Takeaways: Analytics of a deal Character and other attributes of a note make a difference Gut Check Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube Channel BrightPath Notes Website - https://brightpathnotes.com About t...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep16 - It Depends! On episode 16 of season 4, Justin Bogard  breaks down valuing a loan and the post purchase items to be aware of!! Key Takeaways: Grading Scale for Valuing a Loan Skin in the Game Don't forget about the Expenses Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube Channel BrightPath Notes Website - https://brightpathnotes.com About t...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep15 - Forbearance Does Not Equal Forgiveness On episode 15 of season 4, Justin Bogard and Richard Thornton discuss Non-performing Loan inventory. Also, they compare conventional loans versus seller finance loans! Key Takeaways: Is the sky falling? Should you be ready for the wave? Middle Income Band - In the most trouble Can't be a one hit wonder in Real Estate Inv...

Send a text Be The Bank S4 Ep14 - The Triple Closing On episode 14 of season 4, Justin Bogard is with out a co-host for the first time!! Key Takeaways: National Delinquency Rate is 2.75% 36.2% of median household income for a mortgage payment The Trifecta - AKA Triple Closing Resources and links discussed Videocast on BrightPath Notes YouTube Channel BrightPath Notes Website - https://brightpathno...