Denver Investment Real Estate

Can you still make house hacking work with 6%+ interest rates? Join us as we analyze a recent Denver duplex purchase that proves it’s possible. We break down how a 28-year-old professional transformed his $2,800 Seattle rental payment into an investment opportunity in Arvada, using creative financing and Section 8 strategies. Through this real-world case study with Jeff White from Envision A...

Looking for the next hot investment opportunity in Denver’s real estate market? Denver Real Estate Investing Podcast Host Chris Lopez sat down with a panel of Colorado real estate experts including Brandon Scholten from Keyrenter Property Management Denver , and lender Troy Howell from Nova Home Loans . They analyzed December 2024 data to reveal emerging trends and market shifts that savvy i...

Want to break into Denver real estate investing without a massive down payment? In this Fire on FIRE episode, firefighters-turned-mortgage experts Corey Sutton and Dan Janniksen reveal how first responders and other professionals can start building wealth through strategic house hacking. Using a real-world example in Littleton, discover how you can acquire a $600,000 property with just 0-5% down a...

Looking for stronger cash flow in today’s high-price, high-rate market? Join us as PadSplit founder Atticus LeBlanc and Account Manager Nick Bowers introduce their proven rent by room rental management system to Denver that typically doubles NOI compared to traditional single-family rentals. We analyze a real Westminster property that was converted from 5 to 8 bedrooms, generating $76,000 in...

After two years of market shifts and strategic pivots, Chris Lopez shares how his real estate companies adapted and thrived in 2024. Through the lens of “you reap what you sow,” discover how planting seeds during challenging times led to breakthrough growth across multiple businesses. From evolving Envision Advisors’ service model to scaling Property Llama to over 5,000 investors...

Want to invest in larger real estate projects without the daily management hassles? In this workshop-style episode, Chris Lopez and Paige Kehoe break down how private equity real estate investing works, exploring four distinct investment opportunities in today’s market. Through real-world examples, we examine successful deals including a 34-unit value-add apartment renovation in North Denver...

Want to know why Denver’s housing market just saw its biggest monthly drop in new listings this year? November brought a shocking 41% plunge in Denver’s housing inventory, while Colorado Springs wasn’t far behind with a 36% decrease. But the real story isn’t just about vanishing listings. Denver Real Estate Investing Podcast Host Chris Lopez sat down with a panel of Colorad...

Want to learn how to turn a $5/sq ft land deal into a lucrative workforce housing development? In this episode, Chris Lopez sits down with Adam Fenton of Narrate Holdings to dive deep into a 120-unit ground-up development project in Northern Colorado Springs. Adam reveals how they acquired prime land near a rapidly growing university for a fraction of typical multifamily costs, setting the stage f...

After years of active real estate investing in Denver, I’ve shifted my focus to passive real estate investing strategies for 2025. Here’s why I made this change and how I’m positioning my portfolio for the year ahead. https://youtu.be/g9QTpeyVQPM My Journey to Passive Real Estate Investing When I started investing, I focused on direct property ownership. But market changes pushed...

How Red River Salvaged a Challenging Real Estate Deal When Red River Development’s planned build-to-rent project faced strong community opposition, their response demonstrated how careful planning and multiple contingencies can transform potential losses into gains. Their experience handling this real estate deal pivot provides valuable insights for developers and investors navigating simila...

How can you turn a $525k triplex into your next house hack and maximize returns with Section 8 tenants? In this episode, we break down how an experienced investor spotted and acquired his 8th house hack triplex in the Denver market with Section 8 tenants. Join us as we sit down with the House Hacking expert Jeff White, Agent Jennifer Reinhardt, and Lender Troy Howell to examine how this deal came...

Denver Fourplex That Creates $3K Monthly Cashflow: A House Hack Case Study Is it still possible to house hack in Denver’s competitive market? Chris Lopez, Troy Howell of Nova Home Loans, and house hacking specialist Jeff White say yes. They recently broke down how one investor turned $40,000 into both free housing and $3,000 monthly cashflow using a fourplex strategy. Here’s how they d...

Have Denver rents really dropped 7.5% since last year? Brandon Scholten, who manages 1,100 rental units across Denver, reveals why this dramatic shift is happening and which properties are being hit hardest in today’s changing market. Making the data even more compelling: While Denver sees significant declines, Colorado Springs rents remain flat year-over-year, pointing to unique market dyna...

In this episode of Fire on FIRE investing, former fire operations chief turned financial advisor Jon Adams joins Chris Lopez and co-hosts Paul DeSalvo and Jamin Cook to explore why “boring” wealth building strategies consistently outperform flashy investment trends. Drawing from his journey from firefighter to financial advisor, Adams shares candid insights about building lasting wealt...

Is the popular BRRRR strategy still viable in Denver’s market? Kevin Amolsch, Pine Financial Group’s founder and bestselling author, reveals why only 10% of their current loans are BRRRR deals – down significantly from previous years. Why the BRRRR Strategy is Declining in Denver Kevin shares invaluable insights from processing nearly a billion dollars in loans over 16 years, showing a...

For the first time since 2012, Denver’s housing inventory crossed over 11,000 units and reached 3.5 months of supply – signaling a shift toward a more balanced market. Join host Chris Lopez and local experts Jenny Bayless, Jeff White, and Troy Howell as they break down the latest September stats and trends across the Denver-Colorado Springs region. Inside this episode: Why median home...

Are you searching for a career path with rapid growth potential, diverse opportunities, and tangible rewards? Look no further than a career in Denver’s thriving property management industry. In our most recent episode of the Denver Real Estate Investing Podcast , host Chris Lopez explored the numerous advantages of building a career in this dynamic field. The episode featured insights from t...

Is Denver Real Estate Still a Good Investment in 2025? High interest rates, skyrocketing prices, and new legislation have transformed the Denver real estate market. But don’t panic – savvy investors are still finding lucrative opportunities. In this episode, host Chris Lopez breaks down the strategies that are working in today’s challenging environment. You’ll discover: Why...

A career-ending injury can derail a firefighter’s life in an instant. This eye-opening episode of the Denver Real Estate Investing Podcast features Paul DeSalvo and Jamin Cook, two firefighters who turned to real estate after facing potentially career-ending injuries. They reveal how smart property investments became their financial lifeline and share strategies to help fellow first responde...

The August 2024 market stats for Denver and Southern Colorado are now out, and our roundtable is back to discuss what they mean. Check out the video to hear the latest trends, get updates on buyer activity, interest rates, and get the details on some of our latest deals. Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or refinance, this is your playbook for navigating the market this fall! https://yout...

Ever wondered what it takes to transform an empty lot into a thriving multifamily property? In this eye-opening episode, host Chris Lopez sits down with Adam Fenton of Narrate Holdings to unravel the complexities of land acquisition and development in Colorado’s competitive real estate market. Adam shares his wealth of expertise on: Navigating the land-buying process from initial scouting to...

Could converting houses into senior living facilities be the most overlooked goldmine in real estate? In this eye-opening episode of the Denver Real Estate Investing Podcast, host Chris Lopez sits down with Mitch Conrad, a former high school teacher who transformed a personal family crisis into a thriving 23-location senior living empire. Mitch’s journey from educator to real estate mogul is...

Join host Chris Lopez as he explores the world of debt funds with Justin and Matt, founders of Dynamo Capital. These innovative investors are reshaping real estate finance in Wichita, Kansas – a market that offers surprising opportunities for yield-seeking Denver investors. In this eye-opening episode, you’ll learn: How Midwest rental yields are dramatically outpacing Denver’s co...

In this informative episode of the Denver Real Estate Investing Podcast, host Chris Lopez explores the rapidly expanding Build-to-Rent (BTR) sector with industry experts Ryan Watts of Red River and Bill Morton of Leo Brown Group . They offer an in-depth analysis of their Centerville, OH Build-to-Rent (BTR) project highlighting why BTR is emerging as a notable asset class for astute investors. Key...

Is selling a rental property with a 3.6% interest rate ever a good idea? On this episode of the Denver Real Estate Investing Podcast, host Chris Lopez and his expert panel reveal why one investor is doing exactly that – and tripling their money in the process. You’ll discover: Why Denver’s housing inventory is up 68% year-over-year, yet still far below historical norms How a prop...