BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast
BiggerPockets
Want financial freedom through real estate investing? Then the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast is for you. Sit down every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with Dave Meyer, the Head of Real Estate at BiggerPockets, as he uncovers tried and true tactics and shares candid conversations with real estate investors who are building wealth in today’s market. Join Dave to walk through deals that went right (and wrong) and learn the strategies you can deploy—start growing your side income today to take control of your financial future.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 41min
886: How to Choose a Real Estate Investing Market (Step-by-Step)
Learn how to choose a real estate investing market by analyzing population and migration, supply and demand, vacancy rates, and rent-to-price ratios. Discover the importance of market analysis and the trade-off between cash flow and appreciation markets. Explore different real estate investment opportunities like converting single-family homes and find out whether to prioritize cash flow or appreciation in real estate investing.
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Feb 2, 2024 • 40min
885: BiggerNews: America's Path to "Renter Nation" as Prices Rise, Rates Stay Put w/J Scott
J Scott, investing legend and author of too many real estate books to name, discusses housing crashes, economic predictions, mortgage rates, consumer sentiment, and the silent threat to the US economy. He shares his thoughts on whether another housing crash is coming, the possibility of America becoming a "renter nation," and the biggest economic risk to businesses and employees.
Feb 1, 2024 • 45min
884: How to Use "Hard Money" to Flip Houses, BRRRR, or Buy More Deals w/Will Heaton
Will Heaton, an expert in using hard money loans for real estate investments, discusses the benefits of hard money over bank loans such as better loan-to-value ratios, higher lending amounts, and faster funding. He explains the process of obtaining a hard money loan, the potential pitfalls of using hard money to flip houses, and the construction draw process for renovation loans.
Jan 31, 2024 • 49min
883: From Homeless at 17 to Solving the Affordable Housing Crisis for a Profit w/Terrica Lynn Smith
Terrica Lynn Smith, who overcame homelessness, shares her journey in solving the affordable housing crisis while making a profit. Learn about her perseverance and mindset in real estate investing, her inspiring success story from $5,000 to a million, and how she tackles the affordable housing crisis while opening opportunities for investors. Discover her door-to-door community outreach approach and how it positively impacts property values. Get advice on finding resources and taking action in real estate investing.
Jan 30, 2024 • 29min
882: Seeing Greene: How Do I Start Investing When There’s NO Cash Flow?
David, an experienced real estate investor, answers questions from new and experienced investors. Topics include evaluating the value of a low mortgage rate, converting home equity into investment property, investing with limited funds, and starting real estate investing with limited cash flow.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 40min
881: How to Use Home Equity, 401(k)s, or IRAs to Invest in Real Estate w/Kyle Mast
Guest Kyle Mast, a fellow real estate investor and CFP, discusses using home equity and retirement accounts to invest in real estate, including leveraging a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or retirement accounts like Roth IRAs and 401(k)s. They also touch on the benefits and considerations of using a HELOC for short-term real estate investments and maximizing real estate investments with a 401(k) loan. The podcast explores various creative ways to buy a property and utilize equity options.
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Jan 26, 2024 • 37min
880: How to Get a Home Loan as a House Hacker, Investor, or First-Time Homebuyer w/David Mackin
Real estate investment expert, David Mackin, shares tips on getting a home loan and finding the best real estate investment for beginners. He discusses determining factors for affordability, the importance of the debt-to-income ratio, and factors affecting home loan interest rates. The hosts also emphasize the impact of additional costs on the affordability of investment properties and the benefits of working with other investors.
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Jan 25, 2024 • 40min
879: How to Buy a House in 2024
Two expert real estate investors, David Greene and Rob Abasolo, share their step-by-step guide on how to buy a house in 2024. They discuss the homebuying process, pre-approvals, getting your offer accepted, signs of a bad agent, home inspection red flags, and more. This podcast provides valuable tips and insights for anyone looking to buy their first property.
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Jan 24, 2024 • 36min
878: The Low-Risk “Micro-Flips” ANY Beginner Investor Should Try w/Antoine Martel
Antoine Martel, an experienced real estate investor, shares his secret of finding the best real estate markets. He explains the concept of 'micro-flipping' as a low-risk strategy for beginner investors. Antoine discusses his journey into real estate and how he scaled his portfolio. The podcast also explores the transition from Memphis to other markets and the viability of micro-flips in today's market.
Jan 23, 2024 • 30min
877: Seeing Greene: DON’T Pay Off Your HELOC Until You Hear This...
On this episode, the hosts discuss topics such as the impact of property taxes on real estate investments, the importance of choosing the right property for house hacking, and whether to prioritize repaying a HELOC. They also share positive reviews and feedback from listeners and delve into various aspects of real estate investing.
