In the classroom today, Kevin Ramirez talks with us about how building your own list to send direct mail out to can more beneficial to your business compared to buying the same lists that everyone else is buying. Kevin shares what types of leads you want on your list and how many leads you should be mailing out to each month. By building your own list, not everyone will be mailing to the same list as you. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com...
Sep 04, 2018•7 min
Gene Guarino discusses an opportunity to who have land or are buying land that involves building smaller properties that are suitable for the baby boomer generation. Instead of huge properties, a smaller property with just the necessities work well for this generation. Most baby boomers are getting to the point that they want to downsize so that they don't have to worry about the upkeep. Depending on the size of land you have, you can even create a senior community for those older than 55. To le...
Aug 30, 2018•9 min
While many think that a 401k and an IRA are the same things, there are differences that you need to know as an investor, as Clay Malcolm explains. Learn the advantages and disadvantages to both types of retirement accounts along with distinctions of both types of accounts. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Aug 28, 2018•10 min
In today's world, social media is a crucial tool to making a successful business. Networking and generating leads are a consistent part of growing your real estate investing business. Generating buyer, seller, and investor leads on a consistent basis can give you the stability you need in your business. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Aug 23, 2018•9 min
Brian Meara goes over various exit strategies for short sales, along with a few differences that short sale deals have compared to other deals. From renovating the property to getting out of the deal (while still making money), Brian shares the options you have have a short sale deal. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Aug 21, 2018•8 min
Ron Carlson continues this two part series over items that are easily missed when a bid is being created. The majority of theses items are smaller but they can add up quickly. A few items Ron talks about are the prep work that goes into a painting project, driveway repairs, sprinkler systems, etc. Listen in to hear the full list of items that are most commonly missed! To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com ....
Aug 16, 2018•8 min
Sharon Vornholt discusses how to go about creating a marketing plan so that you have multiple strategies planned out that you can implement. You need to list out the steps needed to implement each type of marketing strategy that you plan on using so that you aren't left winging it and hoping for the best. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Aug 14, 2018•9 min
Lex Levinrad discusses how to go about building your cash buyers list. He shares where to find your cash buyers, where to post your properties, how to capture the information of those interested on your site, and more. There are ways to build your list both offline and online. Lex shares a few tips of how to get your information out there so that cash buyers are contacting you. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com ....
Aug 09, 2018•7 min
William Bronchick talks about LLCs, S-Corps, and C-Corps and what works for different types of investors. Choosing the correct type of entity to have your properties in is critical from a asset protection standpoint and also when considering tax status, as William Bronchick tells us. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Aug 07, 2018•7 min
In the classroom today, Tim Norris talks to us about how diligent you should be about checking into the possibility of claims that exist for a property, before you purchase it. Tim emphasizes how before you make an offer, you can check to see if a home has any claims on it that you need to take into consideration, including the possibility of negotiating a lower offer because of the claims. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com ....
Aug 02, 2018•6 min
Steve Rozenberg talks to us about how failure isn't always bad and how so many are scared of failure or of being told "No". In addition, Steve Rozenberg emphasizes the need to protect your time and offload and leverage as much as you can. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jul 31, 2018•8 min
This short and sweet lesson goes over just exactly what counts as a financed property, when considering your 10 financed properties. Find out the different types of properties that DO count towards your financed properties and also, which ones don't count. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jul 26, 2018•6 min
Robert Syfert goes over how to find quality, long-term tenants for your rentals. By qualifying your tenants with background checks, credit checks, and a an application process in general, you're able to better find reliable tenants. Finding qualified tenants takes a bit more time, but the extra steps you take can help avoid quick turnover. In addition, once you have a tenant in place, Robert shares tips to keep them happy so they want to stay in the property long-term. To learn more about our In...
Jul 19, 2018•8 min
Pete Asmus talks to us today about personal branding and it needs to be a part of your business. From who you surround yourself with to what you're posting online, everything you do builds your personal brand. You are able to control your brand by choosing what you want to show publicly and what you decide to keep private. No matter your age, you should be thinking about what you post and think about how other people will perceive it. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind,...
Jul 17, 2018•10 min
Today, Patrick Donohoe elaborates on where it makes sense to add value in your rental properties. A good way to do this is to look at nearby homes that are getting higher rent and see what they have that your property doesn't. In addition to upgrades, there are other ways to add value to the property, including Airbnb rentals. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jul 12, 2018•11 min
Today, Nav Athwal goes over how crowdfunding works for investors needing to borrow capital. From the initial application to getting approved, closing the deal, and funding, find out how the crowdfunding process works. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jul 10, 2018•8 min
As Nate Armstrong explains, once you have an appointment with a potential seller, make sure to add value to the deal, connect one a personal level, and be upfront with them. Instead of being aggressive with sellers, Nate Armstrong urges investors to find common ground so that the sellers are comfortable with you. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jul 05, 2018•9 min
In the classroom today, Michael Blank lists and explains 8 steps that will help get you started in multifamily investing. From the basics such as reading, all the way to making an offer on a multifamily deal, Michael Blank walks us through the 8 steps you need to get started in buying multifamily deals. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jul 03, 2018•8 min
In the REI Classroom today, Matt Garabedian explains how to get the answers you want by asking the right questions. It's important to ask questions that lead to the answer you're looking for. This takes practice but can be very beneficial in the real estate investing industry. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jun 28, 2018•6 min
Mark Podolsky talks to us about how important processes are in the real estate investing industry. Stop trying to do everything yourself and take advantage of software and virtual assistants so that you can create a more efficient business. Not only do they allow for more efficiency, but if you have a team carrying out these processes, it allows you time to grow and concentrate on the success of the business. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel...
Jun 26, 2018•7 min
Marck De Lautour shares 5 tips to help in maximizing your returns on your rental properties. From simple tips such as professional photos to having 2 year lease agreements, Marck shares some spot on strategies to maximize your returns on rentals. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jun 21, 2018•9 min
Today, Marc Schwartz goes over asset protection and how to not only protect your assets, but to keep your name off public records. Discover the benefits of an LLC for real estate investors and also find out the different types of trusts. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jun 19, 2018•8 min
When working with contractors, Leo Clark talks about what you need to do to protect you, your company, and your money. Leo goes over the forms and agreements that need to be set in place so that what is to be expected from both parties is laid out clearly. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jun 14, 2018•7 min
Larry Goins talks with us about how to secure a private money lender. Listen to Larry's step-by-step process of getting ahold of a private money lender who already knows the business. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jun 12, 2018•7 min
Today, Michael Blank goes over the steps to prepare for your first multi-family deal. From being an expert at analyzing deals to knowing how to raise capital, there's numerous factors can you need to be educated on before being ready for your first multi-family deal. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jun 07, 2018•10 min
Kevin Ortner goes over some of the benefits of owning rental properties as a real estate investor. Learn more about the tax benefits, cash flow, appreciation over time, and other benefits to help you reach financial freedom. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
Jun 05, 2018•7 min
Kevin Bupp explains how using your monthly cash flow to slowly complete a rehab isn't the best option. You'll end up working hard each month but won't see the cash flow which can cause resentment towards the property. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
May 31, 2018•6 min
Kelly McDonald talks with us today about how important it is to plan for the unexpected with your rehabs. You need to know a solution for problems that arise during the project so that you can get the deal completed. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
May 29, 2018•7 min
Kathy Fettke explains why you shouldn't be settling for low cap rates and how there should be a change in the commercial market starting later this year. Kathy gives a real life example of why settling for too low of a cap rate can put you at risk to lose money. Listen in as she shares valuable information that you need to know. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
May 24, 2018•8 min
Today, Justin Wilmot talks to us about how your confidence can affect your energy and hustle in your wholesaling business. Justin emphasizes how important it is to figure out what you're good at within real estate investing so that you're confident in your work and in turn, you're more efficient. To learn more about our Investor Fuel Real Estate Mastermind, please visit InvestorFuel.com .
May 22, 2018•6 min
