The Biggerpockets Real Estate Investing Podcast

On today’s episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, we sit down and dig into the life of a professional BMX bike rider Terry Adams. Outside of his many accomplishments in the stunt bike world (X-Games gold medal, appearance on Glee and Ellen, and more), Terry is also an accomplished real estate investor with some incredible strategies for building wealth. In the interview, we cover everything from investing with no money, to dealing with personal finance concerns, to mindsets, and more. This show is about to rock your world, so grab a pencil and some paper and let’s get started! In This Episode We Cover: Who Terry Adams is and what his profession entails How he got started in real estate The details of his first property His trailer property How he finds great real estate deals What you should know about finding a mentor The ins and outs of the “BRRR” strategy What exactly line of credit investing is Tips for dealing with banks How your mindset affects how you invest in real estate The details of Terr

How does a new real estate investor go from zero properties to over 1,000 units in under a decade? Through careful scaling! That’s the topic on today’s BiggerPockets Podcast with guest Jason Cohen, an investor who has built a sizable portfolio utilizing systems, processes and people. You’ll learn about the financing strategies needed to make this adventure possible, as well as Jason’s incredible strategy for finding real estate deals that no one else is finding. Prepare to be blown away – this is one show for the record books! In This Episode We Cover: What Jason Cohen does and the niche he targets How he scaled from 7 units to a massive 148-unit business The debacle he encountered with his first employees How he achieved the first “right” hire How many employees he has for his company How he built systems to run such a huge business Jason’s tips for getting started Proven ways to find properties How he grew his business in just 9 years How he finances his real estate deals The importance of buildi

Today on the BiggerPockets Podcast, we are excited to bring back Brie Schmidt, a real estate investor from the Chicago market who has absolutely DOMINATED her goals over the past twelve months. Last time we talked with Brie, she had just quit her job to pursue real estate full-time. Today you’ll learn about the impact that decision made on her life and how she’s been able to reach her financial goal in just twelve months, buying more than fifty new rental property units in that time! Be prepared to be blown away and inspired to do the same! In This Episode We Cover: Who Brie is and how she quit her job and went full time since the last show The 3 catalysts that drove her to become a full time investor How to incentivize in-house property management Tips for making tenants happy The story behind 50 units in one year What kind of tenants she is looking for How Brie handled her first eviction What kind of properties she is investing in Her average cost per door The details of buying multiple units at a

Everyone wants to invest in multifamily properties. (Well, almost everyone.) But with the market heating up around the country, great deals are becoming incredibly difficult to find. That’s why we had to bring back one of our most popular guests on the BiggerPockets Podcast, Serge Shukhat. The last time we talked with Serge back in episode 60, Serge told us how he built up a massive portfolio in just a few years. But if you were impressed then, this show is going to blow you away. Filled with TONS of actionable tips, stories and warnings, this is one episode you are going to want (and need) to listen to over and over again. In This Episode We Cover: How Serge got started in real estate What he’s been up to since his last episode What value add and value add investors are What you need to know about commercial lending How he used seller financing for his 32 units The 3 components of successfully purchasing multifamily properties The ins and outs of cap rate and exit cap rate Why Serge does his own prop

Will Barnard recently closed on a seven-figure profit house flip (that’s right… over $1M on one single house!) In this episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, Will shares the story, as well as 10 specific and actionable tips for anyone looking to rehab a property. Be sure to grab a pen and paper for this show… you are going to need it! In This Episode We Cover: How Will’s doing since the last time he was on the show The famous 7 Figure Flip All the details you want to hear about that flip! The 10 things you need to become a better flipper How to know your market The importance of building a team before you buy The members you need on your team How to find quality contractors The importance of negotiation as a real estate investor The two numbers that you need in order to make an offer The ins and outs of using leverage How to build a reputation by taking care of your investors The importance of learning how to manage efficiently How to know where you can save (and where you shouldn’t) in flipping

On this episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, we’re going to talk about a unique strategy that combines the power of house flipping with the benefits of home ownership. You’ll meet Mindy Jensen and discover how she uses the “live-in flip” strategy to build wealth through real estate. You’ll also learn how a live-in flipper can save significant money on taxes as well as a discussion on the benefits of doing your own work. Don’t miss this enlightening, and hilarious, episode! In This Episode We Cover: Who Mindy Jensen is Her thoughts on personal finance Frugality, as defined by Mindy A debate on Starbucks (as well as Priuses) and frugality Where she spends her money How Mindy got started in real estate Details on her deals 7% as a steal? The ins and outs of performing a live and flip Getting a real estate license as a means to invest What you should know about For Sale By Owner (FSBO) properties How she advertises her houses The pros and cons of live and flips Why women can and should fix houses

On this episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, we sit down and talk with a real estate entrepreneur who recently was able to quit her job and travel the world thanks to her real estate ambitions! You’ll learn the unique methods Anca uses to get around the “4 to 10 loans” limit to finance numerous properties, as well as many other tips on everything ranging from house hacking to buying foreclosures to buying at an auction, and so much more. Don’t miss this excellent interview with an incredible successful investor, Anca! In This Episode We Cover: How Anca got started with real estate Why Anca started with 50-50 partnership deals with her dad How they got their first deal How home equity loans can help you invest Buying foreclosed properties The ins and outs of REO foreclosures Tips for new real estate investors What you should know about getting loans How Anca manages her 33 rental units Using commercial loans to finance residential investments How Anca uses the BRRR strategy to invest with low-money

As you grow your real estate business, a partner can help you achieve incredible levels. That’s why today on the BiggerPockets Podcast we sit down with James Wise to talk about how he used a partnership to build his own investment portfolio, as well as build a thriving brokerage and property management business. In this interview, you’ll learn how James finds and screens tenants, uses BiggerPockets to raise money, and much more. In This Episode We Cover: How James got started with real estate How he (unknowingly) house hacked his first property How he moved on to his next deals Tips on finding a business partner Learning the hard way through trial and error How James screens tenants now (and the mistakes he used to make!) Valuable tips on finding partners How he’s using BiggerPockets to grow his business His take on starting a brokerage or real estate management company Tips for real estate agents working with an investor Where to get the cash to actually live while investing in real estate And SO

Building a real estate empire takes time, effort, and significant amounts of capital. However, as our guest today shares with us, it’s not beyond your reach! Learn how Brian Murray built a real estate portfolio to over 400 units using a variety of strategies and intelligent techniques. If you plan on building a large real estate portfolio in your future, this is a CAN’T MISS episode! In This Episode We Cover: How Brian got started with real estate Why he invested in commercial office space The techniques he used to get the place rented What exactly assuming the loan of the seller means A discussion about Capitalization Rates Value added investing How to use the 50% Rule with commercial properties The value of putting money back into the property How he manages his properties and his specific views on it How to find great deals Tips for real estate investors on getting started His biggest success and biggest mistake And SO much more! Links from the Show #AskBP Podcast The One Thing You Need to

What if you could sit down with one of the best-selling business authors of all time and pick their brain? Lucky for you, that’s exactly what you get to do today here on the BiggerPockets Podcast where we interview Michael Gerber, author of The E-Myth Revisited. The E-Myth has been one of the most-frequently mentioned books from past guests on this Podcast, so we just had to sit down with Michael to talk about what makes some investors successful and other’s struggle continuously! Hint: It’s all about the system. Stay tuned! In This Episode We Cover: Who Michael Gerber is How he got to where he is now Lessons that he learned early in life What exactly the “E-Myth” is The primary reason why businesses fail Working on your business vs. working in your business “Turnkey-ing” a business How to invent and implement a system One tip for a storage unit operator The four personalities in every business How to get a mentor And SO much more! Links from the Show BiggerPockets’ Instagram  BiggerPockets Web

Is it possible to invest in real estate when you don’t have decades of life-experiences? That’s the topic we dive into today on the BiggerPockets Podcast with special guest Jered Sturm. Jered, who is in his mid-twenties, is an incredibly successful buy-and-hold investor as well as a house flipper and contractor. Jared’s unique strategy appeals to anyone who is looking to build a large portfolio in a short time. Today’s show is all about hustle, and doing what it takes to succeed! Whether you are 25 or 75, this interview is bound to inspire you to take massive action to find the success you desire. Stay tuned! In This Episode We Cover: How Jered bought his first property right out of high school Details on Jered’s journey to 20+ units How Jered has financed his deals The ins and outs of the flips he’s completed The importance of networking to finding properties How Jered and his team find deals The common trait that makes some landlords terrible The advantages and disadvantages of investing in real est

Today’s episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast is different than any other we’ve done, and probably not one to listen to with the kids in the car. Today we’re talking with Justin Escajeda, who overcame a life of crime, drugs, and homelessness to create an impressive real estate business, despite his ugly past. You’ll learn about the process Justin went through to build his empire and discover some unique ideasto help you create additional passive income in your life. Prepare to be shocked, encouraged, and motivated after listening to today’s show. In This Episode We Cover: How Justin got started in real estate investing The hard past he had to overcome His first screening experience with his duplex How he landed his first deal, a duplex in a low income neighborhood How he found his real estate partnership A discussion on seller financing The ins and outs of self storage Some of the downsides of self storage One tip for a storage unit operator Justin’s opinion on mobile homes His plans for the future

On this episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, we’re talking about myths. No, not about Sasquatch, elves, or the abominable snowman. We’re talking about real estate myths that might be holding YOU back from greatness! We’re excited to bring back Chris Clothier, a seasoned investor and business owner who shares stories from his own experiences to help you achieve new levels of success. Don’t miss one second of this incredibly powerful and actionable podcast! In This Episode We Cover: Who is Chris Clothier? What got him into real estate? Getting to the top 50 Home Buyers Five Real Estate Investment Myths Myth 1: Don’t work with family Myth 2: Past performance is a reliable predictor for future investments Myth 3: Investing in real estate is a big time sink Myth 4: You should only invest locally Myth 5: You should avoid risk at all cost Five specific scenarios that are risky and how Chris would handle them Learn an amazing tip when closing a deal! How not to get ripped off by a property management com

In this episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, learn how to build an incredibly successful real estate business using the “IDEAL” system. Andrew and Phillip Syrios have built an incredible rental property business in just a few short years and today they’ll share all their best tips so you can do the same. Discover the truth about property management, getting dirty, working with family, rentals, flips, and more! This episode is destined to become one of the most talked-about (and fun) episodes in BiggerPockets Podcast history! In This Episode We Cover: How Andrew and Phillip “get things done.” How the brothers started in REI Flipping 200 houses… impossible? How discipline has helped them buy properties What “IDEAL” real estate investing is… and why it matters The truth about depreciation How to find the true value of properties Tips for newbies on getting started Working with private lenders to fund deals The 4 pieces that need to work in order to have a good buy and hold investment The most importa

Today on the BiggerPockets Podcast, we’re changing things up and doing something we’ve never done before! Today we’re bringing you over an hour of actionable advice on exactly how to find real estate deals (even in a hot market,) how to analyze those deals (so you don’t lose money,) and how to finance those deals (even if you have very little cash!) Don’t miss this exciting and totally different show… a taste of our weekly webinar! In This Episode We Cover: A bit about Mr. Brandon Turner and what he does at BiggerPockets Brandon’s first property- bought when he was 21 years old How to find an incredible deal, even in a hot market Using direct mail to find deals Two methods of using Craigslist Using the BiggerPockets Marketplace Using eviction records to find deals How to Analyze Deals, including a demonstration of the BiggerPockets Calculators The top 10 mistakes investors make when analyzing deals How to Finance a Property The different types of loans you can use What is Seller Financing? Using

On today’s episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, we are excited to introduce you to Graham Mink, a professional hockey player turned real estate investor from the state of Vermont. Graham shares the story of getting his first deal while traveling the world and his journey since that day. You’ll learn how he turned the lessons gained from house hacking into a profitable business managing tenants, being a real estate agent, and subdividing properties. If you want to invaluable lessons about jumping into real estate investing, scaling your business, the ins and outs of financing your deals — and much more — then take a little time out of your day to hear this inspirational show! In This Episode We Cover: A bit about Graham and his professional hockey career What it’s like to transition from professional sports to real estate His first property and first tenant, thanks to his father! Details on refinancing a property What you should know about home equity lines of credit What exactly an FHA loan is How to

The links to third-party products and services on this page are affiliate links, meaning that BiggerPockets may earn a commission (at no additional cost to you) if you click through and make a purchase. When getting started, should you go BIG or go small? On this episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, learn how Himanshu Jain got started investing in real estate by buying BOTH a condo and a 20-unit apartment complex. Discover the lessons Himanshu learned in the process, as well as the pros and cons of each. Additionally, the discussion on property management is going to blow you away — especially when you learn why Himanshu uses not one but THREE different property managers to look after his portfolio. Whether you want to diversify your real estate portfolio or you’re just interested in different forms of investing, check out this fascinating, innovative episode! In This Episode We Cover: How Himanshu got started with real estate investing The pros and cons of getting a vacation rental as a first property Ho

Real estate entrepreneurs are busy people… but this doesn’t have to mean getting overwhelmed! In this episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, we sit down with world-famous productivity author David Allen to learn tips and tricks for getting more things done in your life. You’ll learn how to accomplish more things, in less time, with less stress using the Getting Things Done (GTD) system. This show will inspire and encourage you to do even more in your business. Whether you’re just starting out as an entrepreneur, or you just want to run your business more effectively and seamlessly, you’ll definitely get something valuable out of this episode! In This Episode We Cover: David Allen’s backstory The two elements of self management you should know What hats you should learn to wear Areas in life you need to make sure you’re keeping an eye on How to keep yourself oriented in the right direction What exactly an “external brain” is and how to build it What you need to know about Getting Things Done Important n

On this episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, learn what it took for Nasar Elarabi to quit his dead-end job and become a full time wholesaler, flipper, and landlord. Tune in for discussions covering how he funds his deals, what makes him a better landlord, and why he’s tried his hand at many avenues of real estate. In this not only informative, but also wildly entertaining episode, Nasar shares his tales of success and the failures that helped him learn — including the first flip he ever undertook (that turned out to be disastrous). This show is packed with a heavy dose of motivation and miles of actionable content, so don’t waste another minute. Just hit “play!” In This Episode We Cover: How Nasar got into real estate  The story of how he got it all wrong with his first flip What he learned from those mistakes How he shifted to buy & hold properties What you should know about debt to income ratios How Nasar funds his deals How he became “too stupid to quit“ Why he shifted once again to wholesaling W

Have you ever wanted to invest in apartment complexes, but were unsure how to start? That’s the topic of today’s BiggerPockets Podcast episode, where we sit down with apartment complex investor Jeff Greenberg. Jeff shares a ton of actionable advice on how to analyze, find, and finance larger multifamily investment properties! If you want to benefit from the big potential profits this kind of real estate investing can offer, don’t miss out on this informative episode. In This Episode We Cover: The details of Jeff’s first deal How best to fund a commercial property What exactly portfolio lending is How to start out with no experience Why professionalism works in real estate What you need to know about LOIs Why building relationships matters to your success The importance of having a mentor How to evaluate a commercial property Tips on forming the team you need to start investing Jeff’s methods for finding great deals Mistakes he made during the course of his career And SO much more! Links from the