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Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson

Chad Coach Carsonwww.coachcarson.com
Chad "Coach" Carson shares practical advice about using real estate to retire early (aka achieve financial independence) and do more of what matters. You'll hear in-depth episodes with tips from Chad plus interviews with other real estate investors at various levels of their financial independence journey.
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Episodes

#394: How much cash do you need for rental property reserves? (rule of thumb)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #394 - How much cash should you set aside for your rental properties? Too little, and you risk financial trouble when unexpected expenses hit. Too much, and you might be missing out on better investment opportunities. Coach shares his personal experiences and practical strategies to find the right balance, so you can invest with confidence and keep your port...

Mar 21, 202514 minEp. 394

#393: $40,000 on Tenant Evictions?! How to Avoid Them.

🏠 TurboTenant – Streamline Your Property Management for Free: https://www.coachcarson.com/turbotenant ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #393 - A single eviction can cost you $10,000 or more—not to mention the stress, frustration, and sleepless nights. Andy Gil has been through it firsthand, facing con artists, legal battles, and painful lessons. But could it all have been avoided? ▶️ Next Ep...

Mar 17, 202539 minEp. 393

#392: Being the Richest Dead Person is Lame

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #392 - Saving for the future is smart—but waiting too long to enjoy your wealth can backfire. Learn how to strike the right balance between building and living so you don’t become the richest dead person! 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/richestdeadperson/ 🎬 Timestamps: (0:00) - The Trap of Delayed Gratification (1:33) - Balancing Wealth and Enjoy...

Mar 14, 202518 minEp. 392

#391: 7 Simple & Cheap Ways to Protect Your Real Estate Wealth

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #391 - LLCs aren’t your only option for protecting your investments—in fact, they might not even be the best one! 50+ year landlord John Schaub reveals seven simple and cost-effective strategies to safeguard your real estate wealth. ▶️ Next Episode: How to Become Financially Free with 5 Small & Simple Rentals https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/357-how...

Mar 10, 202533 minEp. 391

#390: The ONE Thing the Mega-Rich Will Never Have

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #390 - What if true wealth isn’t about how much you have, but knowing when you have enough? Inspired by a story from Kurt Vonnegut and Joseph Heller, we'll dive into the fulfillment curve, the hidden burdens of excess, and how to define success on your own terms. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/mega-rich/ 🎬 Timestamps: (0:00) - Story of Kurt Vonn...

Mar 07, 202512 minEp. 390

#389: Real Estate Investors Caused the Housing Crisis!

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #389 – Are real estate investors really to blame for the housing crisis? Some say they’re driving up prices and squeezing out homebuyers - but is that the full story? Let’s break down the facts behind this hot debate. ▶️ Next Episode: Crash Course on ADU Rental Investing https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/341-crash-course-on-adu-rental-investing-accessory...

Mar 03, 202538 minEp. 389

#388: It's Time to Clean up Your Real Estate Mess

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #388 – Real estate investing comes with cycles of messy growth and necessary cleanup. I'll show you how to navigate both to build a stronger, more sustainable portfolio. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/cleanup/ 🎬 Timestamps: (00:00) - The Cycles of Real Estate Investing (00:36) - The Messy Growth Phase (01:30) - The Cleanup Phase (02:57) - Person...

Feb 28, 20258 minEp. 388

#387: House Won’t Rent? 5 PROVEN Fixes to Fill It Fast

🏠 TurboTenant – Streamline Your Property Management for Free: https://www.coachcarson.com/turbotenant ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🔗 Get your FREE Cheat Sheet to Fill Your Rental Fast: https://coachcarson.com/rentfast 🎙️ Episode #387 – A vacant rental can drain your wallet and your patience - but what if the fix is easier than you think? I’ll reveal 5 key reasons your property isn’t renting ...

Feb 24, 202521 minEp. 387

#386: Why I always get a 30-year mortgage (not a 15-year)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #386 – Think shorter is better? Not always. Chad Carson dives into the advantages of 30-year mortgages for real estate investors. Discover how this strategy can improve cash flow, weather economic storms, and help you achieve financial freedom faster. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/30yearmortgage/ 🎬 Timestamps: (0:00) - 30-yr-mortgage is bet...

Feb 21, 202510 minEp. 386

#385: Want Financial Freedom in 2025? Do This. [FULL BLUEPRINT]

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more off market real estate deals: https://coachcarson.com/dealmachine 🎙️ Episode #385 – What does it really take to achieve financial freedom through real estate by 2025? I pull back the curtain and share my special sauce for building wealth with ...

Feb 17, 202552 minEp. 385

#384: My First Repair Contractors Were a DISASTER (Full Story)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #384 – Think renovating a property is all about the before-and-after transformation? I share my jaw-dropping stories of contractor disasters. From spray-painted walls to costly structure blunders, he reveals the lessons learned along the way. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/disastercontractors/ 🎬 Timestamps: 0:00 - Contractor horror stories 1...

Feb 14, 202515 minEp. 384

#383: Why I’m Building Properties, NOT Buying (Build-to-Rent 101)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #383 – I always talk about buying rental properties, but what about building them? Eric and I break down our latest project in Seneca, SC - how we identified prime land, tackled zoning challenges, and financed a build-to-rent strategy. 📋 Coach's Free Construction Plans & Draw Spreadsheet: https://www.coachcarson.com/newbuild/ 📄 Show Notes: https://...

Feb 10, 202547 minEp. 383

#382: The More You Earn, the Simpler Your Real Estate Strategy Should Be

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #382 – Complex doesn’t mean better - especially for high earners short on time. Simplicity wins in real estate, and I share stories and strategies to help you build wealth with a straightforward, patient approach. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/simplerstrategy/ 🎬 Timestamps: 0:00 - Real Estate Strategy for High Earners 0:21 - Football Analog...

Feb 07, 202511 minEp. 382

#381: How Real Estate Investors Can Solve the Housing Crisis

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #381 – 1.8 billion people are impacted by the global housing crisis, a $10+ trillion challenge. Solving it takes more than charity or government. Chad & Brett explore how real estate investors can make a real difference by creating affordable housing and navigating regulations. ▶️ Next Episode: How to Make Rentals Cash Flow With 8% Mortgages https://...

Feb 03, 202548 minEp. 381

#380: STOP Buying More Rentals! (& Do This Instead)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #380 – Is bigger always better? We don’t think so. The 'Small & Mighty' approach to rental investing focuses on higher profits with fewer properties. Rob Abasolo shares how he traded his sprawling out-of-state portfolio for a select few high-performing rentals to hit his financial goals. ▶️ Next Video: Why paying off your mortgage is the most underrat...

Jan 27, 202552 minEp. 380

#379: 5 Tips to AVOID a Rental Disaster! (Landlord Insurance)

📋 FREE Landlord Insurance Quote: https://www.coachcarson.com/steadily 🎙️ Episode #379 – Insurance expert Darren Nix gives you insider secrets about policy types, common pitfalls, and strategies wealthy investors use to protect their properties while avoiding unnecessary coverage costs. Protect your investments and ensure claims actually get paid. ▶️ Next Episode: Should you get an LLC for your Rental Property Investing? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/348-should-you-get-an-llc-for-your-r...

Jan 20, 202544 minEp. 379

#378: Why More Real Estate Didn't Make Me Happy

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #378 – When I began investing, I worked hard and burned out. I lost my connection to WHY I started investing in the first place. But in this episode, I share my story and explore a different approach to work and happiness with Jordan Grumet, author of the Purpose Code. You'll learn about the difference between 'big P Purpose' and 'little p purpose,' show...

Jan 13, 202553 minEp. 378

#377: Make 2025 Your Best Real Estate Year EVER! (Advice From Investors)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #377 – Success in real estate isn’t just about properties - it’s about people! Four members of my private Rental Property Mastery community share their journeys and powerful anecdotes. Learn from their stories to make 2025 your best real estate year ever. ▶️ Next Episode: How to Become Financially Free with 5 Small & Simple Rentals https://podcasts.a...

Jan 06, 202531 minEp. 377

#376: 2025 Real Estate Trends You Need to Know Now! (ft. Dave Meyer)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #376 – We're finally moving past the "stuck era" of 2022-2024! Dave Meyer from BiggerPockets talks about why transaction volumes have fallen dramatically, which regions are still affordable, and what creative strategies generate the highest returns in today's transitional market. ▶️ Next Episode: Rental Property Analysis 2.0 – How to Adapt to High Intere...

Dec 30, 202447 minEp. 376

#375b: A Tribute To Dyches Boddiford

🎙️ Episode #375b – This episode honors the legacy of Dyches Boddiford, a brilliant real estate investor and mentor. I share 3 powerful lessons I learned from Dyches that can inspire all of us to make a lasting impact. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/dychesboddifordtribute/ 🎬 Timestamps: 00:00 - Tribute to Dyches Boddiford 03:13 - Practice Humility 04:26 - Master the Details 05:25 - Commit to Preparation 06:37 - Share Knowledge and Wealth 07:38 - Teaching as a Lifelong Passion| 09:43...

Dec 27, 202411 minEp. 375

#375: Is It Ever Too Late to Start Investing in Real Estate?

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #375 – It's NEVER too late. I share inspiring stories of investors who started in their 50s, 60s, and 70s and achieved financial independence. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/nevertoolate/ 🎬 Timestamps: 00:00 - Older Real Estate Investors 02:05 - Karen and Bob's Real-Life Journey 03:02 - Low-Risk Strategies for Late Starters 04:56 - Transitio...

Dec 23, 202413 minEp. 375

#374: The Best Appliances Every Rental Property Must Have

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #374 – Should landlords include appliances like stoves, refrigerators, and washers in their rental properties? We'll cover the pros and cons, where to buy, and the best brands to consider. ▶️ Next Episode: How One Landlord Keeps His Rentals Low Maintenance in 2025 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/335-how-one-landlord-keeps-his-rentals-low-maintenanc...

Dec 16, 202439 minEp. 374

#373: Why You Should Send Holiday Gifts to Your Tenants & Team

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #373 – Chad explores the power of holiday gifting for tenants and team members. Discover creative gift ideas, shared by the community, to show gratitude and strengthen relationships that drive your real estate success. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/holidaygiftgiving/ 🎬 Timestamps: 00:00 - New Podcast Format 01:04 - My Experience with Holida...

Dec 09, 20248 minEp. 373

#372: Real Estate Bookkeeping for 2025 Made EASY!

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #372 – If you nail bookkeeping, it’s like seeing everything - like Neo in The Matrix. Coach and Kat break down how tracking every dollar can steady cash flow, impress lenders, and even reveal hidden profits. Here’s how to get your books in shape and level up your real estate business ▶️ Next Episode: How to Avoid Income Taxes (Legally) with Real Estate I...

Dec 02, 202447 minEp. 372

#371: I Wish I Knew THIS About Rental Cash Flow 10 Years Ago

⚡ Get Coach's BLACK FRIDAY SPECIALS until 12/2/24 ⚡ https://www.coachcarson.com/BF24P 🎙️ Episode #371 – Think rental properties guarantee smooth cash flow? I wish I’d known it was more of a roller coaster ride! But a good rental - like a fine wine - gets better with age. Here’s how to manage those cash flow ups and downs and come out ahead. 🔗 The 4-unit House Hack Spreadsheet Analysis: https://www.coachcarson.com/cashflowspreadsheet ▶️ Next Episode: This is my Ideal Rental Property (size, mate...

Nov 25, 202425 minEp. 371

#370: The Best Ways to Finance & Scale a Rental Portfolio (Even With No Job!)

🔗 Schedule a FREE 1-1 mortgage consultation with Bryan: http://calendar.bellomortgage.com/bryan 📱Bryan's Digital Mortgage Broker Business Card: https://app.wavecnct.com/profile/bryan.maddex 🎙️ Episode #370 – We break down how conventional and DSCR, financing can help you overcome loan caps and credit snags, so you can keep building your portfolio. ▶️ Next Episode: How to Become Financially Free with 5 Small & Simple Rentals https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/357-how-to-become-financial...

Nov 18, 202441 minEp. 370

#369: Should I Buy More Rentals or Pay Off Debt? (Here’s What I Did)

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #369 – Trying to decide between buying more rentals or paying down debt to reach financial freedom? I’ll share my own story of facing this BIG choice, along with insights from one of the wisest investors I know, Erion Shehaj, who’s tackling the same question. Find out which path could be right for you! ▶️ Next Episode: How Much Tax I Paid When I Sold a R...

Nov 11, 202450 minEp. 369

#368: 10-Year Financial Freedom Plan With Rentals in High Price Markets

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #368 – We're diving into the case study of a couple from Oakland who transformed $80,000 into $1.4 million in equity in just 10 years. Their strategies are perfect for anyone in a high-priced market looking to build a portfolio and eventually harvest wealth for long-term financial independence. ▶️ Next Episode: DON’T BE CHEAP! - How to Double Your Money ...

Nov 04, 202421 minEp. 368

#367: How I Analyze ANY Real Estate Market in 15 Minutes for FREE!

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #367 – Looking to invest long distance but unsure how to pick the right market? In this episode, I share my simple, step-by-step process for finding profitable markets, even if you’re investing from afar. I’ll show you how to target high-growth areas and quickly analyze property deals - all in under 15 minutes! ▶️ Next Episode: How to Build your Team — f...

Oct 28, 202418 minEp. 367

#366: How We Make $140K/Year with One Rental Property

⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #366 – Curious how a single Airbnb can pull in $140K a year? Joe and Katie transformed an underperforming property into a thriving short-term rental. From securing the deal and navigating construction setbacks to delivering top-notch guest experiences, you’ll learn the strategies that turned their challenging first year into a $140K success! ▶️ Next Epis...

Oct 21, 202452 minEp. 366
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