Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson

Episode #185 - With syndication investing you can invest passively in real estate while still gaining many of the normal benefits of direct ownership. But there is a lot to learn, and in this episode Coach Carson and Annie Dickerson break down all the basics of how syndication investing works. Annie, the co-founder of Goodegg Investments, also shares her experience growing from house hacking and d...

Episode #184 - Some of the oldest, rundown neighborhoods have the most opportunity. In this episode, Brian Grimes talks about returning to the neighborhoods of his youth in Philadelphia to remodel houses, improve communities, and make money as a real estate investor. COMPANION ARTICLE/SHOW NOTES: http://coachcarson.com/briangrimes __________ 💲CREATIVE FINANCING COURSE🏘️ My online course teaches y...

Episode #183 - It's natural to have fears when you begin investing in real estate. Char Tovar was no different when she began looking for long-distance rental properties. In this interview, she shares her personal concerns and how she created a plan to overcome them. She also shares the details of the two rental properties she purchased in Tennessee while thousands of miles away in Washington Stat...

Episode #182 - Have you ever dreamed of quitting your job to retire or invest in real estate full-time? In this interview, Justin Foster talks about how (and why) he quit his well-paying job in his early 30s to focus more on his family and real estate investing. You'll also learn the specific strategies he uses to find good deals in a competitive market and finance his properties even without a re...

Episode #181 - Liz Faircloth has invested in small and large multifamily properties for the last 16 years. In this episode, she shares how she got started with a simple duplex, what struggles she and her husband/business partner went through in the 2008-2010 recession, and how they grew their cash flow and business to what it is today. Liz also talks about her mission to empower women real estate...

Episode #180 - Not every real estate market has cash-flowing rental properties. So, one person from California named Travis Dodge chose to buy rental properties in Tennessee on the other side of the country. In this interview learn how he built a portfolio of several properties over a 2 year period. Also learn the struggles and frustrations he had to overcome during the process. COMPANION ARTICLE/...

Episode #179 - Doctors typically earn a lot of money. But they also tend to accumulate a lot of debt, both from years of school and from buying expensive things. In this interview, you'll learn how one doctor, Leif (aka Physician on FIRE) did things a little differently. Now in his early 40s, he has achieved financial independence and retired from medicine. And he spends his time traveling the wor...

Episode #178 - Dyches Boddiford has been successfully investing in real estate since 1980 as a landlord, house flipper, and private lender. He learned early to expand his financing options beyond just traditional bank loans, and this "creative financing toolbox" has made all the difference through many ups and downs of the market. Learn how Dyches got started, how he still bought properties with 1...

Episode #177 - Nasar El Arabi (aka the Real Estate Doru) lost his job at age 26 during the great recession, but he used that as an opportunity to go full-time into real estate investing by wholesaling and flipping houses. Today he has a 7-figure real estate business and a portfolio of rental properties. In this interview, learn how he got started, what struggles he had along the way, and how he fo...

Episode #176 - The journey of a real estate investor is an up and down experience. Markets, cash flow, and our lives can change dramatically. In this interview with Danny Johnson, you'll learn how he began flipping houses part-time in 2003, adapted after the 2008 recession, built a team to scale his business, and now has returned to more of a part-time, lifestyle real estate business. From facing...

Episode #175 - Against her parents' wishes, Myra Oliver graduated high school and became a hairstylist instead of going to college. But she followed her heart and her independent streak, which led her to work long hours, save money, and eventually invest in real estate. By 33 years old, she and her husband owned 10 rental properties that produced $5,000/month of cash flow. In this interview, Myra...

Episode #174 - The housing market of 2021 is different in many ways. But John Schaub, an investor, teacher, and author for almost 5 decades, says some fundamentals and strategies stay the same. In this interview, Coach and John discuss the state of the 2021 market, how to approach this market as a new investor, specific tactics that can still work, and why the events of today's economy may make re...

Episode #173 - What are the best real estate investing podcasts? In this episode, Coach Carson shares the 12 podcasts he thinks are worth listening to. He also shares his opinion on what makes each podcast unique and why they're worth subscribing to. COMPANION ARTICLE/SHOW NOTES: https://coachcarson.com/best-real-estate-investing-podcasts/ __________ RENTAL PROPERTY ANALYSIS🏘️My online course teac...

Episode #172 - Mark O. Haroldsen began investing in real estate in the early 1970s, and within 4 years at age 30 had achieved financial freedom. He went on to write a book called How to Wake Up the Financial Genius in You, which has since sold over 2 million copies. In this interview, Mark shares stories and advice from his 50+ years of investing and 77 years of life. You'll learn about how he got...

Episode #171 - How do you create enough income from investments to pay all your expenses AND never run out? One strategy is called the income floor. In this episode, Coach Carson explains the challenge of living off investments, what an income floor is, why it's helpful, and how you can build one using real estate or other investments. Companion article/show notes: coachcarson.com/incomefloor OTHE...

Episode #170 - What are the best FIRE (financial independence, retire early) podcasts? In this episode, Coach Carson shares the 12 podcasts he thinks are worth listening to. He also shares a little about each podcast and what makes each one unique. Companion article/show notes: https://coachcarson.com/best-fire-podcasts READ MY BOOK ON RETIRING EARLY 📚 https://www.coachcarson.com/retirementbook _...

Episode #169 - After the loss of a family member, Tiffany & Mark decided in their early 30s to quit their jobs, move back to their hometown, and prioritize time with their family. In this interview, Coach discusses their journey of paying off their personal debt, investing in long-distance rental properties, and eventually becoming full-time parents and local real estate investors in a small city...

Episode #168 - In this episode learn why real estate investors should invest in strong towns - i.e. the ones that will survive and thrive over the long term. Strong Towns is a movement to help towns and cities across the county become more vibrant and financially resilient. In this interview with Strong Towns founder Chuck Marohn, you'll learn what makes a strong town, where the best investment op...

Episode #167 - Live-in house flips are one of the best tools in real estate to build wealth. In this episode, learn how the strategy works and how you can use it to own your home free and clear of debt in as little as 6 years! Companion article/show notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/live-in-house-flips-free-clear-home-6-years/ Episode 77 - Getting Rich With the Live-in Flip (Interview with Carl a...

Episode #166 - FIRE (aka Financial Independence) means taking control of your money earlier in life so you have more control over your time. In this episode, Chad interviews Michael Quan about his book The FIRE Planner . You'll learn step-by-step guidance about achieving your financial potential and other practical tips from Michael and Chad from their own journeys to financial independence in the...

Episode #165 - In this episode, Coach interviews Larry Towner and John Singer of the Handyman Pros Radio Show about how to hire contractors, finding low-maintenance rentals, and how to properly maintain your property to prevent long term costs and problems. You don't have to be a pro at remodeling in order to own investment properties. But you do need to learn the basics and find handymen and cont...

Episode #164 - In August 2020 my 4-unit rental caught fire. The process to work with the insurance claim, renovate, and re-rent the units took over 7 months. This episode shares the entire story, plus lessons learned that may help should you ever have a similar situation. See pictures, spreadsheets, and a detailed written companion article: https://www.coachcarson.com/rental-property-fire/ _______...

Episode #163 - In this episode, Chad interviews his wife, Kari. She discusses her own professional and money journey, including how she and Chad balance their roles in real estate and investing. They also talk about getting on the same page as partners, long-term travel, finding purpose beyond money, and what's next in their own financial and life journey. Companion article/show notes:   https://w...

Episode #162 - Kevin "Kayr" Robinson grew up in Philadelphia in poverty, including his family being evicted from his home and living on welfare. But he got some critical advice and made choices that led him to attend college on a scholarship, work for investment banks and hedge funds on Wall Street, and eventually invest in real estate investments so that he could retire from full-time work by age...

Episode #161 - This episode contains Coach's favorite big ideas from the great real estate book The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller. You'll learn 5 practical tips and strategies for both new and experienced real estate investors. Companion article/show notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/the-millionaire-real-estate-investor-gary-keller/ __________ 🏘️REAL ESTATE IN YOUR RETIREMENT AC...