The Biggerpockets Real Estate Investing Podcast

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

Have you ever been on vacation and thought, it sure would be nice to own some property down here? Well, that’s the subject of today’s podcast, as we speak with vacation rental property owner Scott Sutherland about how he’s built a profitable business owning and managing his vacation rental properties. You’ll learn the step by step process for finding potential properties and analyzing them for profitability, as well as financing ideas and tips on managing the short-term renters. Whether you’re already in this real estate niche or you want to get your foot in the door, we’re confident you’ll get some new insight here. Don’t miss this exciting episode! In This Episode We Cover: How Scott got started in real estate investing His story of taking time off Thoughts on choosing between stocks and real estate The concept of control in real estate How to get into the niche of vacation rentals Strategies for properties that don’t typically cash flow What exactly a vacation rental entails The ins and outs of vac

Today on the BiggerPockets Podcast we’re excited to bring you another fantastic interview by one of the most successful real estate authors in America. Jay Papasan is best known to this audience as the co-author of The Millionaire Real Estate Investor (co-written with Gary Keller) which has been our top-recommended real estate book here from BiggerPockets Podcast guests. He also co-authored The Millionaire Real Estate Agent and collaborated on the best selling book FLIP and HOLD. Most recently, Jay is the co-author of The One Thing, which Brandon recently featured as the number one book on his list of the business books that changed his life in 2014. Jay is also a savvy real estate investor, and he shares his incredible story and strategy with us today! In This Episode We Cover: How Jay got started writing real estate books Why real estate agents don’t invest themselves How to adopt an investor mindset The habits real estate investors hold How to do the math when looking at properties Insight into The M

Get ready for another incredible episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast! On today’s show we talk with real estate investor and property manager Mark Updegraff about buying homes from little old ladies, managing tenants with less stress — and who has the bigger beard: Brandon or Mark. If you want to learn about developing a buying criteria, how to get great leads through BiggerPockets, the “extra step” you should most definitely take while screening tenants, and a whole lot more, then don’t miss out on this entertaining show! In This Episode We Cover: What everyone should know about growing beards How Mark got started in real estate How to find a 100 percent value neighborhood Perspectives on Section 8 and slumlords The “extra step” you should perform during tenant screening Lessons learned from Mark’s very own property management business Clever methods for finding deals How Mark get leads through BiggerPockets Mark’s take on real estate agents How to develop a solid buying criteria Thoughts on get-r

In this episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, we dig into a real estate niche that, until today, you’ve probably never considered. However, after listening to this entertaining and informative show with guest Jefferson Lilly, we think you’ll be a believer! Join us as we dive into the world of mobile home parks, and learn numerous reasons why a park might be a better investment than either single family or multifamily real estate. Whether you’re looking for a great, low-barrier first time real estate niche to invest in, or you’re simply looking to expand your growing portfolio — don’t miss out on wealth of knowledge covered in this episode! In This Episode We Cover: How Jefferson got started with value investing Why you should emulate Warren Buffet How he began investing in mobile home parks What you should know about the views on mobile homes in America Insight on helping people move from one asset class to the next The ins and outs of how investing in mobile home parks works How Jefferson got a half m

Everyone knows rental properties can be a great way to build wealth — but they also generally come with significant hassle and stress. However, today on the BiggerPockets Podcast we sit down and talk with Glenn McCrorey, an investor who discovered a unique and powerful real estate niche that makes his landlording almost completely hassle-free! Learn insight on renting to family and friends, tips on how NOT to waste your time worrying about your rentals, and ways to lessen the inconveniences that come with managing property. If you value your time but still want to invest in rentals — then don’t miss out on this unique episode! In This Episode We Cover: How Glenn got started on his first property What you need to know about renting to family and friends The ins and outs of special assessments Insight on the condo experience Reasons why Glenn and Brandon hold properties that aren’t earning What the “hassle factor” is and how you can manage it The secrets behind owning worry-free rentals How to “live the

No one wants to get sued, but if you plan to build a real estate empire, the question is not so much “if” but “when.” However, we here at BiggerPockets have your back, so today we are bringing on Scott Smith, an incredibly smart and funny asset protection attorney from the great state of Texas! Scott shares with us a variety of tools and tactics you can use in your real estate business to protect yourself from losing the wealth you are working so hard to create. Be prepared to learn new tips you’ve probably never heard before regarding umbrella policies, building your real estate team, LLCs, trust funds and more. Don’t miss out on this information-packed episode! In This Episode We Cover: Forming an LLC right off the bat The ins and outs of Insurance vs. Assets Ten things you need to know to protect your assets What exactly an Umbrella Policy is and why it might not do what you think it will Why you shouldn’t put all your properties under one name What you should know about the Delaware Statutory Trust

Prepare to laugh, groan, and be inspired. On today’s episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast, we sit down with bestselling author, TV pundit, and massively-successful real estate investor Grant Cardone. In one of the most motivating, humorous, inspiring — and inappropriate — podcasts of all 108 shows, you’ll be captivated by Grant’s candor and viewpoints on everything from getting a college education to investing in liberal cities to his definition of success. You’ll also learn how Grant has used the principles outlined in his book, The 10X Rule, to grow his real estate portfolio to a value of $350,000,000. Yes, that’s $350 MILLION dollars. You are going to love this one. In This Episode We Cover: Grant’s apology to the BiggerPockets Audience… Why Grant has NEVER written a business plan Why Grant chooses to put his money into real estate How Grant analyzes properties to make sure he always makes money Grant’s morning and evening routine to keep him motivated How Grant finds deals in today’s market Why Gra

Many new investors lose money on their first, second, and third deal. There is a steep learning curve when trying to invest in real estate and, while the loss is painful, it’s very common. However, not for today’s guest. Today we sit down with Jonathan Makovsky, a new investor from the tri-state area who had incredible success right out of the gate! If you are a new investor trying to find the right way to get started or if you’ve been investing for years but want to improve your game – don’t miss this impressive interview with Jonathan! In This Show We Cover: How Jonathan got started with a push from mom Tips on taking advice to best push your business forward Exactly how many houses Jonathan looked at per day in search of a deal The benefits of having a real estate license The lessons to be learned by failing on your first deals How to use direct mail for marketing The details of Jonathan’s first property, purchased for $150,000 How to find a partner through BiggerPockets What exactly “racer math”

Is it possible to build a large real estate business without the use of banks? Our guest today, Mike Sumsky, shows us that it’s not only possible – but can be incredibly beneficial! Mike has done well over 100 deals in the past several years using a variety of creative finance methods and shows you how you can do the same. Listen for great tips on obtaining private money, finding deals by knocking on doors, and other innovative strategies for building your real estate business. Whether you want to overcome a lack of funding or you just want to explore creative ways to raise capital, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! In This Show We Cover: Mike’s thoughts on creative real estate investing How he got his first properties Investing while losing a job The beauty of taking action without knowing everything yet How to get your first deal from knocking on doors The anatomy of a short sale Tips on applying for a bank loan How to learn while doing Closing on a house with less than 5 thousand dollars