REI Freedom

Are you truly protecting yourself when you take over someone’s mortgage? Are your disclosures clear? Is your paperwork defensible? And if a lender enforced the due-on-sale clause tomorrow, would your deal survive? In this fan-favorite replay of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy Beland sits down with creative finance expert Caleb Christopher to break down what most investors misunderstand about...

Fan-Favorite Replay What if your next real estate move did not require relocating, quitting everything, or waiting for “perfect timing”? What if building an international business was less about luck and more about systems, leadership, and personal growth? And what if your biggest breakthrough came from thinking bigger than your comfort zone? In this fan-favorite replay of the REI Freedom Podcast,...

Fan-Favorite Replay Is it really possible to build long-term wealth in real estate without being stuck on the transactional hamster wheel? Can you create consistent income without managing tenants, toilets, and endless repairs? And what does it take to walk away from corporate life and design a business around freedom instead of stress? In this fan-favorite replay of the REI Freedom Podcast, host...

What does real estate growth look like when you remove the hype, the massive syndications, and the pressure to scale fast at all costs? Is it possible to build a large portfolio, stay in control, and still protect your time and family life? In this replay of Episode 59, we revisit a grounded, highly practical conversation that answers those questions head-on. In this episode of the REI Freedom Pod...

How does a former high school administrator go on to control more than $100 million in real estate across eight states in less than a decade? And what happens when you focus on operations instead of hype? In this episode of REI Freedom, Jeremy Beland sits down with New Hampshire real estate investor Michael Ketchen to break down the real mechanics behind scaling multifamily properties, self-managi...

What if building real estate wealth did not require managing tenants, handling maintenance calls, or chasing appreciation in unpredictable markets? What if consistent cash flow could come from owning the paper behind real estate instead of the property itself? And what if being the bank was actually simpler and more scalable than being the landlord? In this episode, we explore whether note investi...

Fan Favorite Replay What if your retirement account could do more than sit in the stock market? What if it could help you flip properties, earn passive income, or fund private loans backed by real estate? And what if the key to accelerating your wealth was already in an IRA or old 401(k) you control? This fan-favorite episode returns by popular demand to break down how self-directed IRAs really wo...

What does it really take to walk away from a corporate job and build real freedom through real estate? Is scaling mobile home parks, self-storage, and RV parks actually possible without competing on the open market? And how do experienced investors consistently find deals others never see? If you’ve ever wondered whether off-market strategies are the missing piece between side hustling and full-ti...

What if real estate freedom did not mean owning more properties, but building a business that lets you work from anywhere in the world? In this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy Beland sits down with Dan Rivers, founder of Synergy Stays, to unpack how focus, resilience, and specialization helped him scale a global short-term rental revenue management business while living abroad. Dan...

What if one deal had the power to completely shift your real estate trajectory? In this replay episode, one of our most downloaded conversations, we revisit the inspiring journey of Jacob LaPointe and Nicholas Pelletier, two longtime friends who turned a shared passion into a thriving real estate business. Jake, known as “The Beard,” and Nick, a dedicated firefighter, walk us through how casual ca...

What if the only thing standing between you and a multi-million-dollar real estate empire is one imperfect action? In this episode, Jeremy Beland sits down with powerhouse investor, educator, and social media leader Sam Primm, who went from a single rental in 2014 to building a $50 million real estate portfolio and a network of businesses while teaching millions of people online how to do the same...

What if the most overlooked niche in real estate could also be one of the most profitable?  In this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy Beland sits down with tax deed and foreclosure expert  Brian Seidensticker to explore the hidden world of distressed real estate, where the right strategy and the right partnerships can unlock opportunities most investors never see. Brian is the founde...

What does it take to build lasting wealth in real estate through market crashes, interest rate swings, and changing times? In this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy Beland sits down with Joel Miller, a real estate investor, educator, and bestselling author with more than 40 years of experience, to explore the timeless principles that create long-term success. Joel’s journey began in...

Why do most people give up before finding success in real estate?  In this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy Beland sits down with Raphael Williams, a rising investor from Rhode Island, whose inspiring journey reveals what separates those who quit from those who win. After earning a master’s degree in education, Raphael didn’t start in real estate with a clear plan or instant success...

What if you could turn a single rental property into a 12-unit portfolio without relying on traditional bank loans?  In this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy Beland sits down with Michael Cossette, a RE/MAX broker, investor, and father of four from Central Texas, to reveal how he built long-term wealth through creative financing, off-market acquisitions, and smart deal structuring....

Welcome back to the REI Freedom Podcast!  In Part 2 of our special behind-the-scenes series, host Jeremy Beland dives even deeper into the real-world challenges and strategies of real estate investing. If you missed Part 1, be sure to catch up first! This episode features a live coaching call packed with actionable advice on: Dispositions and marketing tactics that turn leads into closed contracts...

Looking for the inside scoop on what separates successful real estate investors from those who struggle? This episode of the REI Freedom Podcast is a game-changer! Jeremy pulls back the curtain on an exclusive live coaching session where he tackles the biggest challenge facing investors right now  distinguishing between market problems and marketing strategy failures in off-market property acquisi...

Ever wonder if it’s possible to build a real estate business while working full-time and raising kids? What if your first deal took nine months, but led to 20 more in just 18? Could empathy and consistency be your most powerful tools in virtual wholesaling? Meet Tanner Harris In this inspiring episode, host Jeremy Beland sits down with Tanner Harris, a 27-year-old dad from rural Tennessee who went...

What if your next six-figure deal is already in your CRM, and you’re just one follow-up away from unlocking it?  In this episode, Brandon Richards reveals how he built a land investing empire using direct mail, virtual assistants, and a custom CRM that automates everything from lead capture to deal analysis. If you’re tired of chasing new leads and ready to build a pipeline that pays you while you...

Are you risking your reputation and your wallet by doing creative real estate deals the wrong way?  Discover the secrets, pitfalls, and real-world solutions that most investors never hear about. This week, Jeremy sits down with creative finance expert Caleb Christopher to demystify the world of sub2 deals and ethical real estate investing. Caleb shares his journey from accidental landlord to indus...

In this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy Beland sits down with Scott Carson, also known as The Note Guy, to look into the world of distressed note investing. With years of experience buying notes directly from banks, Scott explains what note investing is, why banks sell distressed debt, and how you can break into this niche. The conversation walks through the entire process  from id...

Still running your real estate business like it’s 2023? What if the very strategies that once brought you deals are now holding you back? In a market where interest rates are high, buyers are cautious, and sellers are more motivated than ever, the investors who adapt fastest are the ones who win. In this episode of REI Freedom, host Jeremy Beland shares the three critical pivots his team has made...

Are you walking away from sellers who want retail pricing? Do you feel stuck when a property doesn’t fit the typical wholesale model? What if those “dead leads” were actually gold mines? just waiting for the right strategy?  What Are Novations? In this episode, Jeremy Beland reveals the power of novations, a strategy that lets you profit from retail-priced properties without buying them, renovatin...

In this special episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy Belan celebrates the podcast's nearing two-year milestone by interviewing Andrew Rhatigan, an independent property advisor from Ireland. They discuss Andrew's unique consultative approach to real estate investing, focusing on providing personalized advice rather than simply closing deals. Andrew highlights the benefits and c...

Are you missing out on hidden real estate opportunities? Ever wondered how some investors scoop up properties for pennies on the dollar legally? What if you could turn overlooked tax liens and deeds into your next big win? This week, host Jeremy Belan sits down with Brian Seidensticker, CEO of Tax Sale Resources and a certified tax professional (one of less than 40 nationwide!). Brian was an aeros...