SHOW NOTES FOR EPISODE 108 – HOW TO FIND MOTIVATED SELLERS Buying properties below-market is the goal of every real estate investor. However, finding those properties is not always easy and usually requires a very motivated seller. In this episode, Bill discusses motivated sellers – what makes them motivated, where to find them and the best way to approach them. Generally, when you are looking for properties, your goal is to find properties that are…
There are real estate investing “tricks” and techniques that you may know, or want to know. There are new ways of doing things that are worth learning. Knowing about the latest types of financing is another way can also help. But, before all of these, however, you need to learn some basic principles. Here are six that every investor needs to know. Build Relationships Real estate investing is about relationships. People…
SHOW NOTES FOR EPISODE 107 – MY FIRST REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT WAS AN OFFICE BUILDING Most real estate investors start with a single family home – not Brian Murray! His first real estate investment was a 50,000 square foot office building! In this episode, author and former teacher Brian Murray explains how he sought extra income to supplement his teaching salary and how commercial real estate investing became his solution and future career. What You…
SHOW NOTES FOR EPISODE 106 – HOW TO USE DIRECT MAIL TO FIND GREAT APARTMENT DEALS One of your goals in finding great properties is to purchase an “off-market” deal significantly below market price. And although most people say brokers are the best source for off-market deals, EVERYONE is pursuing brokers for the same purpose. In this episode, Bill explains how direct mail can also be a powerful strategy for finding great off-market deals. Introduction Your goal in finding a…
Properly underwriting the value of an apartment building is critical to finding and making great deals. Generally, a bank will use three different ways to assess an apartment asset’s value. The sales approach The replacement approach The income approach The sales approach – looks at other comparable properties and what they have recently sold at in the area. Like residential real estate comps….
SHOW NOTES FOR EPISODE 105 -MASTERING SELLING SKILLS FOR REAL ESTATE INVESTING SUCCESS If you’re in real estate, you’re in sales! Whether you’re buying or selling a property, raising money or just presenting yourself, you’re always selling. In this episode, veteran real estate sales guru Tom Hopkins shares simple tips and techniques that directly translate into business success. What You Will Learn How wearing a silver Lamé suit can get you the attention you need…
SHOW NOTES FOR EPISODE 104 – 5 REASONS WHY REAL ESTATE IS THE BEST RETIREMENT CASH FLOW INVESTMENT Part of a perfect retirement means not having to worry about money. If you have ample income and assets to carry you through in style, it can make all the difference. In this episode, Bill Manassero makes a case for real estate investing as the means to help make your retirement dreams possible. People often associate the word…
Investing in real estate can be profitable if you know the correct ways to do business in this field. As real estate investment experts say there are several keys to making significant profits in real estate investment deals. And when the deals are profitable, you will certainly be well on your way to success. For real estate investment neophytes, don’t be afraid of the challenges and pitfalls you may encounter along the…
SHOW NOTES FOR EPISODE 103 – BUYING AND SELLING NOTES AND DEEDS Susan Lassiter-Lyons has dedicated her life to helping people gain control over their finances by teaching familiar and little-known investing strategies to create multiple streams of income. In this episode, Susan shares how investing in notes or deeds of trust is in an excellent method to generate significant and consistent streams of cash flow. What You Will Learn What is a…
SHOW NOTES FOR EPISODE 102 – HOW TO SET UP YOUR REAL ESTATE BUSINESS FOR SUCCESS There is a big difference between being a casual real estate investor and a person who is seeking to grow an investment portfolio. In this episode, Bill examines a few of the distinctions and outlines what basic foundations you need to implement to build a solid real estate business foundation. What is a real estate investor? Definition…