Starting low in real estate is a great way to establish your focus and gather excellent deals you can give a lot of time into. Scott Carson sits down with Gabriel Petersen from the Real Estate Investing Club podcast to share his journey as a commercial investor and how he went from wanting to be a lawyer to discovering real estate. Gabe shares his winding path from residential fix and flipper to commercial real estate investing with RV parks and self-storage facilities across the country. He als...
Jan 14, 2022•38 min•Ep. 688
You might have heard a lot of success stories in the real estate industry and wondered if you’re capable of succeeding too. You won’t know until you try. In this episode, Scott talks with long-time investor and Realtor Jennifer Murtland about working with Realtors and the dos and don'ts when asking them to help you as a new investor. Jennifer shares her knowledge from being in the real estate business for 12 years, and she is a licensed agent in both Ohio and Kentucky and does business in Portug...
Jan 11, 2022•39 min•Ep. 687
A strong real estate investing business needs to have a strong personal brand, especially when you’re just starting out. The act of just being on LinkedIn and networking can go a long way for your REI brand. Join your host Scott Carson as he talks with the host of the R.E.I. Branded Podcast , Paul Copcutt , about building your personal REI brand. Discover what it takes and some of the mistakes that real estate investors make when becoming full-time entrepreneurs or investors. Love the show? Subs...
Jan 05, 2022•36 min•Ep. 685
Are credit myths ruining your chance at becoming fundable? Then it’s time to get educated and take a step towards fundability. In this episode, Scott Carson talks credit education and myth-busting with credit expert and the founder of Get Fundable, Merrill Chandler . Merrill and Scott discuss Merrill’s new initiative to educate people on how to get fundable and why busting credit myths go a long way toward this goal. Learn more about fundability and credit by tuning in. Love the show? Subscribe,...
Jan 04, 2022•35 min•Ep. 686
Relationships are key in making syndication investing work. In this episode of the Note Closers Show, Scott talks with real estate investor Jim Pfeifer about finding quality investments through syndications. Jim also shares his biggest failures and why he chose to be a passive investor instead of an active investor. Jim Pfeifer is one of the founders of Left Field Investors , a group dedicated to educating and assisting like-minded investors negotiate the nuances of the passive investing landsca...
Jan 03, 2022•44 min•Ep. 684
Dealing with legalities is taxing, but it’s vital for the legitimacy of your business and the safety of your assets. That’s how Landlord Law School was born! Its founder Bonnie Galam is also the Founding Attorney of the Galam Firm . As a real estate investor herself, Bonnie helps other investors tackle different aspects of being a landlord, particularly the legal side, bridging the gap between lawyers and landlords. Bonnie tells host Scott Carson that the legal stuff could be much cheaper if onl...
Nov 29, 2021•31 min•Ep. 683
Las Vegas is known for its glamorous casinos and nightlife. The city is also known for its thriving yet volatile real estate market. In this episode about the Las Vegas real estate market, Scott Carson gets to speak with Josh Galindo , founder and owner of the Galindo Group. Scott and Josh talk about the current market state in Vegas and what opportunities and challenges lay in wait for investors and home owners alike. Tune in for more real estate news and insights from Scott and his guests in T...
Nov 23, 2021•35 min•Ep. 682
If the real estate market has gone to a terrible state, you must remember to go back to the basics of marketing and remember, you must always do where your passion is and what makes you happy. Tune into this episode as your host Scott Carson talks with Orange County Realtor and real estate investor Liza Florida about southern California's distressed real estate markets. Liza discusses her background in short sales and foreclosures and being a second-generation real estate investor. She wanted to...
Nov 22, 2021•48 min•Ep. 681
How do you maximize profits and reduce tax liabilities? By tax planning ahead. Scott Carson’s guest in this episode is CPA and fractional CFP Ron Fossum , the founder of Tax Plan Wealth . Ron talks with Scott about how tax planning is where all the savings happen. There are different ways for investors like yourself to plan ahead with taxes. The key is to play by the rules and understand the tax game you’re playing. But Ron also advises you to hire attorneys to help you figure out your tax plan....
Nov 19, 2021•46 min•Ep. 680
How do you create a recession-proof REI business? In this episode, host Scott Carson’s guest is Chris Prefontaine , the founder & CEO of Smart Real Estate Coach . Chris shares with Scott about his past and present real estate investments. One strategy he used to screw-up-proof his business was to stop signing personal loans with banks. Unless it’s for a personal residence and you can justify a low loan to value. Do you want to know more strategies for safeguarding your business against marke...
Nov 18, 2021•29 min•Ep. 679
An impactful podcasting career goes more than just outstanding production, in-depth discussions, and prominent guests. Above all, a podcast show is highlighted by the host's skill to build rapport with the audience. Scott Carson talks with DJ Doug Sandler from the Nice Guys on Business Podcast about how he teaches other entrepreneurs to grow their network and influence through podcasting. He shares his five strategies for monetizing a podcast and providing valuable content no matter where you ar...
Nov 17, 2021•46 min•Ep. 678
Social media platforms are very important in marketing and LinkedIn is way up there on top of the list. In this episode, Scott Carson talks with Anthony Jones from Ducks Unlimited about how he is using the power of LinkedIn to market the message and conservation issues for his business. Anthony Jones is the Director of Digital Media & Marketing for Ducks Unlimited, the world’s leader in wetland and waterfowl conservation. He also shares his best practices and the biggest opportunities for bu...
Nov 16, 2021•34 min•Ep. 677
How do you make better owner-financed notes? The key is to be reasonable with your offers. You’ll do better in the long run. In this episode, Scott Carson’s guest is Will Henning , the Vice President of Loan Acquisitions from the First National Bank of America. Scott talks with Will about creating, structuring, selling, and buying owner-financed notes. They discuss the pros and cons, what First National is buying currently, and how investors can broker their note deals for profits to FNACUSA.com...
Nov 12, 2021•46 min•Ep. 676
Join in as Scott Carson shares the ways to start your side hustle and transform that into your full-time success. Learn how to create a plan of action and runway to help you find success as a note or real estate investor. Listen to this episode as Scott shares his best practices and why it's important to start with the end in mind. Learn how to identify KPIs to help you map your way and keep you on track on your journey to success. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » ...
Nov 11, 2021•36 min•Ep. 675
Thinking that you can't buy notes from banks is a very misconception. It is entirely possible to buy notes from banks as long as you know where to look, who to contact, and how to contact them. In this episode of the Note Closers Show, Scott Carson discusses how to get banks to sell you notes and which banks will and won't sell one-offs to you. He also lists the different ways to find note deals along with the name of the department that handles debt sales. Tune in for more tips and tricks for t...
Nov 10, 2021•33 min•Ep. 674
Never be embarrassed to learn from someone, a mentor or coach, that can guide you through the first part of your journey. Join your host Scott Carson as he talks with real estate investor and realtor Dan Rochon about the three keys to driving results in your business, team, and life. Dan Rochon is the Head Coach and Visionary at the Greetings Virginia Sales Network. He is also the author of Real Estate Evolution: The Ten Step Guide to CPI for Real Estate Agents . In this episode, he shares how f...
Nov 09, 2021•38 min•Ep. 673
These days, there is an overwhelming amount of media and information that may confuse a lot of new investors just getting started. In this episode, Scott Carson makes it easy for you as he breaks down just three key things you should be doing as a real estate investor just starting out. It's all about how you market. Get the tips and tools you need to grow your network and your portfolio by tuning in! Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Note Closers Show comm...
Nov 05, 2021•37 min•Ep. 672
Are you marketing wrong? You’ll know you’re marketing wrong when you’re selling to earn the buck, rather than selling to give customers solutions. In this episode, Scott Carson’s guest is Randy Dickinson , a Marketing Automation Expert and the Founder of Dickinson Marketing Services. Randy talks with Scott about how being successful is not about you. It’s about getting to the point where you can help others. When you do marketing from this position, your customers will respond 10x better to your...
Nov 04, 2021•47 min•Ep. 671
Being the best version of yourself can be quite a selfish thing. But sometimes, in order to be the captain, you have to look after your own personal growth. If you are growing, then your business will follow suit. On this episode of the Note Closers Show Podcast, Scott Carson interviews real estate investor and realtor Jason Martin . Jason goes in-depth on his new best-selling book, This is Your Captain Speaking . Discover his journey to finding awareness and the life lessons he learned along th...
Nov 03, 2021•37 min•Ep. 670
Despite being an industry focused on properties and paperwork, success in real estate favors those with a creative mind and a passionate heart. Having both of these characteristics, Dwan Bent-Twyford made it big in rehabbing and now transitions to subject to and short sales deals. Scott Carson sits down with America's Most Sought-After Investor and the host of The Most Dwanderful Real Estate Podcast Ever to discuss these kinds of deals (past and present) and why she loves them so much. Dwan also...
Nov 02, 2021•43 min•Ep. 669
Nothing is impossible if you want to grow and succeed. You can take action now. Join your host Scott Carson as he talks with commercial real estate investor Sam Wilson from the Bricken Investment Group on how Sam went from residential to commercial real estate investing, systematized, and scaled his business. Sam is an active investor in self-storage, parking, multi-family apartments, RV parks, and single-family homes. Tune in to learn the different aspects you need to know to scale in this indu...
Oct 29, 2021•41 min•Ep. 668
While mobile home parks often get a bad reputation, the truth is, they can be very profitable real estate investments. Although there are many challenges, with the right mindset and dedication, a mobile home park can be a prime source of cash flow. In this episode, Scott Carson sits down to talk with the co-founder, Investor Relations at Titan Impact Group LLC , and a mobile home park investor, Steve Wahl . Steve discusses how he got his start investing in trailer parks and analyzes the differen...
Oct 28, 2021•50 min•Ep. 667
Community is critical to human nature. Most of us don't even interact with our neighbors anymore because of all our riches. What more the homeless population. Not all panhandlers are pillagers and plunderers. Most of them just want a community, and that is what Alan Graham did. Alan is the founder of Mobile Loaves & Fishes , an organization that supports and is of service to the homeless. Scott Carson brings Alan to discuss what his company is all about. Learn what the Community First Villag...
Jun 15, 2021•32 min•Ep. 665
Marketing may seem so simple to think about, but that is not the case in the real world where people are bombarded with so many products anywhere. In this episode, Scott Carson interviews the CEO of MountainTop Data and host of The “If You Market” Podcast , Sky Cassidy . Together, they discuss marketing trends, the need to be creative, and why you have to continue marketing to attract clients. Sky shares how it doesn’t matter how cool or life-changing your product is; if you can’t market it, no ...
Jun 10, 2021•51 min•Ep. 664
What most people think of credit repair is simply writing a bunch of letters and sending them to credit bureaus. They get overwhelmed with letters, and since they can’t keep up with the law, they delete them. Scott Carson’s guest today is credit repair, investor, and funding expert, Rondi Lambeth . In this episode, Rondi gives you a heads-up about the falsehoods of credit repair you should know. He also gives you a run-down of how they repair your credit. Oh, and did you know he offers his clien...
Jun 09, 2021•35 min•Ep. 663
If you’re looking to buy foreclosure homes in Texas, Jack Zagunis from 4Closure.info joins Scott Carson to explain about foreclosure auction and what buyers need to understand about these listings. Jack has 11 years of sales and marketing experience that will help when making a decision in selling houses. He tells Scott about the effect of the pandemic in the industry, what the future looks like, and how his company can help those who are interested in foreclosure auctions and listings in Texas....
Jun 08, 2021•30 min•Ep. 662
Special servicing is a tricky part of the note business, especially because you’re always dealing with distressed owners. Scott Carson’s guest today is a member of his very own We Close Notes team, Hazel Rivera. Hazel is a special servicing and management specialist. This episode touches on the best practices when it comes to negotiating with distressed homeowners on their loans. Hazel shares with Scott some of her favorite and least favorite case studies and what you can and cannot do as a note...
Jun 03, 2021•50 min•Ep. 661
If you’re looking for a hot real estate market to invest in, then Tampa, Florida should be right up your alley. With the low prices and resilience from the pandemic, the Tampa real estate is a great place to gain some profit. Scott Carson is joined by real estate investor and the founder of Torcana , Colin Murphy . Colin talks about his journey into investing in real estate, how he came to invest in Tampa, Florida, and the pros and cons of the market. He then discusses his investment strategies ...
Jun 02, 2021•53 min•Ep. 660
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, and now, Clubhouse. The list keeps on growing. As long as people are online, social media will continue to rule over the internet. However, if you're connecting for business-related things, which one should you focus on? Your guest today, Lyndsay Phillips , knows exactly where to focus on. Lyndsay is the President of Smooth Sailing Business Growth and the host of Smooth Business Podcasting. Join your host, Scott Carson, as he speaks to Lyndsay Phil...
Jun 01, 2021•46 min•Ep. 659
There's no one coming with a magic wand to pay off your debt or put a check in your bank account every month. You have to help yourself in creating your own success. This episode’s guest is the real estate and self-help legend Dean Graziosi . Dean engages with Scott Carson in an animated conversation about how he overcame obstacles and setbacks to get where he is today. The best part? He shares what he would do in real estate if he had to start all over again so YOU will know what to do and what...
May 27, 2021•33 min•Ep. 658