EP329: The Many Levels of Passive Income - Interview with Wendy Patton

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When it comes down to it, rental real estate is simply a means to an end. For most real estate investors, what we truly value is passive income. If you want to be financially free and live your life more intentionally, passive income can help you get there. 

Today’s guest, Wendy Patton, is an expert in all things passive income! Wendy is recognized worldwide as one of the most inspiring speakers on little to no money real estate investing. She is an author, an investor, and has extensive knowledge in lease options and subject to mortgages. On today’s show, Wendy is sharing her experience and insight into the world of earning a passive income! 

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Many people believe that if you want to become a real estate investor, you have to be rich. Nothing could be further from the truth. If you're willing to be creative, there is an entire world of options available to you. 

In fact, Wendy Patton believes that having no money is an incredible advantage. She explains that if you begin investing with little to no money, it forces you to become creative and stretch yourself in ways that you might not otherwise. 

For example, many investors without cash on hand turn to options such as seller financing or subject to mortgages. Both of these are incredible avenues for gaining experiences and growing a profitable real estate portfolio. And because the lending industry has shifted dramatically since the 2008 crash, most investors must pursue creative financing options.

Wendy is passionate about helping investors learn how to earn a passive income with little to no money. Through her books and courses, she teaches everything she's learned about creating passive income through real estate. 

On today's show, Wendy is sharing some of her biggest tips for wealth building, including how to make your passive income multiply. We'll talk about the importance of staying focused on your goal, how to make time for learning, and so much more! 

 If you’re ready to begin building a passive income through rental real estate, book a FREE call with our team today. We’re ready to talk about your goals and want to help you learn more about earning legacy wealth for you and your family. 

On this episode you’ll learn: 

• Are we in a soft real estate market?
• How did Wendy purchase her first rental property?
• Why is having no money an advantage for building a passive income?
• How many mentors should you have?
• What is the one thing you need if you decide to invest out of state?
• And much more!

Episode Resources
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Investing in Real Estate with Lease Options and Subject-To Deals by Wendy Patton
Making Hard Cash in a Soft Real Estate Market by Wendy Patton
Courses by Wendy Patton
EP256: Our Story Part 1: How Clayton Went Through a Foreclosure and Destroyed His Credit
The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller
How to Pay Off Your Mortgage in 5 Years by Clayton and Natali Morris
Crushing It by Gary Vaynerchuk
The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone
Deep Work by Cal Newport
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EP328: How to Calculate Your Net Worth for Real Estate Investing

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Recently, a listener asked how we balance our assets and liabilities. In our family, we track our net worth consistently. Doing so allows us to understand how our wealth is growing.

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Natali and I are discussing how we calculate and track our net worth. We’ll explain how you can add up your own assets and liabilities in order to tell a story of your personal finances. Please join us for episode 328! 

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Calculating your net worth is quite simple. You’ll begin by making a list of everything you own that is of value. Include your real estate investments, cash accounts, stocks, and 401k. Other assets could be college savings accounts, vehicles you own, and art. Include anything that is cash, or could be sold for cash.

You should also assess all of your liabilities. This includes all of your debts. Include the remaining balance on your mortgage and car loans, any credit card debt, a HELOC, etc.

Then you subtract your liabilities from your assets to determine your total net worth. Another way to think of this is if you were to sell everything you own and pay off all of your debts, your net worth is what you would have left.

On today’s show, we’ll discuss further the idea of calculating your net worth. We’ll share the spreadsheet we use, acceptable debt, and more. Don’t miss episode 163 of Investing in Real Estate!

If you’re ready to begin building a passive income through rental real estate, book a FREE call with our team today. We’re ready to talk about your goals and want to help you learn more about earning legacy wealth for you and your family. 

On this episode you’ll learn:

• How often should you calculate your net worth?
• How do you calculate your debt to equity ratio?
• How do you make financial decisions based on your net worth?
• Why is net worth important?
• And much more!

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How to Calculate Your Net Worth and Make It Fun!
EP141: Rich People Buy Assets
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EP327: Try Adding a Few B Class Properties to Your Portfolio

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There’s nothing I love more than building my portfolio around C class properties. C class properties produce the highest return on investment, and are largely untouched by economic downturn. However, recently I’ve started implementing a new strategy—adding a few B class properties to my portfolio.

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’ll share why you might want to consider purchasing some B class rental properties. I’ll talk about equity, ROI, and the appreciation you can expect to receive. I’ll also share the secret that wealthy people know about owning real estate! Don’t miss episode 327!

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I understand that the neighborhood classification system can be confusing. If you need a refreshed on the distinction between neighborhoods, check out this post. Personally, I love to build my portfolio around C class properties—they are the backbone of everything I do in real estate.

But recently, Natali and I have started implementing a new strategy—adding a few B class properties into our portfolio. This is not to say we are totally rebuilding our strategy; we’re not. We still focus on C class properties, just not exclusively.  

B class properties will have a slightly lower ROI, yet higher equity and appreciation. Also, purchasing a property that is worth $80,000 instead of $40,000 is a fast way to increase your personal net worth. However, I’m not talking about B class properties in B class neighborhoods.

This strategy consists of finding a rare gem—a C class property in a B class neighborhood. I’m looking for properties I can still purchase under market value, add value in order to increase my equity position, and still get a high ROI. Again, I’m not suggesting redirecting your strategy altogether. I still love C class properties. But in a portfolio of 30 properties, it might be smart to consider purchasing 3-5 B class properties.

On today’s show, I’ll go more in depth about this strategy, and why it might appeal to you. I’ll talk about how much to spend on a rehab, and why building your net worth is so powerful. It’s all here on Investing in Real Estate!

If you’re ready to begin building a passive income through rental real estate, book a FREE call with our team today. We’re ready to talk about your goals and want to help you learn more about earning legacy wealth for you and your family.

On this episode you’ll learn:

• How much should you spend on a B class property?
• What kind of ROI should you aim for on a B class property?
• Why is building your net worth important?
• Why do B class properties become foundational properties in a portfolio?
• And much more!

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EP326: Commercial and Residential Rentals 2018 - Interview with Mark Ferguson

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Being a savvy investor means keeping your finger on the pulse of the market, and then acting accordingly. Today's guest, Mark Ferguson, is a smart investor who is well-versed in both the residential and commercial investing sectors. Mark has been in the real estate game since 2001; he runs a brokerage, has a buy and hold portfolio of 18 properties, flipped 26 homes in 2017, and just wrapped up a $2.1 million commercial project. Additionally, Mark is a podcaster and blogger at Invest Four More. 

On today's episode of Investing in Real Estate, Mark is walking us through his investing experience and strategies. We'll talk about his biggest successes as an investor, and how he learned to pivot in the industry. We'll discuss Mark's buy and hold portfolio, how he finds his deals, and so much more! If you're ready to learn about what it takes to be a successful investor long-term, this show is for you!

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When it comes to the world of real estate investing, Mark Ferguson has a storied past. He's done it all--buy and hold investing, flipping, commercial investing, and more. In fact, Mark began his real estate career as a real estate agent in 2001.

And up until a few years ago, all of Mark's properties were residential. He owns nearly 20 buy and hold rentals in Colorado. However, prices in that market continue to rise, and rental amounts can not keep up in order to bring in a high return.

Because of this, Mark decided to shift his investing strategy. He explains that at the time, he wasn't necessarily considering commercial real estate investing. However, a deal came across his desk that was too good to pass up. 

In February, Mark closed on an incredible project. He and his partner purchased a $2.1 million commercial strip mall. The building is over 68,000 square feet, is home to a grocery store, a coffee shop, and Mark's newest venture--his brokerage!

On today's show, Mark is walking us through his incredible real estate journey. We'll talk about his tips for securing a successful commercial investment, and how to find the best houses for flipping. We'll talk about appreciation, Mark's goals, blogging, and so much more! Please join us for episode 326 of Investing in Real Estate!

If you’re ready to begin building a passive income through rental real estate, book a FREE call with our team today. We’re ready to talk about your goals and want to help you learn more about earning legacy wealth for you and your family.

On this episode you'll learn:

• Why did Mark stop buying rental properties in Colorado?
• Can you find worthwhile rental properties on the MLS?
• What kind of commercial properties does Mark consider to be safe? 
• How many units does it take to qualify as a commercial property?
• Where does Mark find his deals? 
• And so much more! 

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Build a Rental Property Empire by Mark Ferguson
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EP325: 5 Reasons Why Real Estate Is a Safe Investment

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Let’s face it: financial security is important. We all want to feel like our investments are low-risk and secure, that we'll be comfortable in retirement, and that our children won't have to worry about money. But the truth is, most of us have been fed lies about the nest egg and the 401k when in reality, this is not the route to financial security.

On today’s show, Natali and I are sitting down to hash out five reasons why real estate is the safest investment you could make! We’ll talk about unwinding traditional conditioning about finances, how to create passive income, and much more! Don’t miss episode 325 of Investing in Real Estate! 

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1. Real estate can never go down to zero! When you own a piece of real estate, you can always sell it! Even if the value drops, it never becomes worth nothing, unlike a stock.
2. Real estate is a tangible asset. A rental property is an actual structure on a real piece of land. A stock certificate is just a piece of paper that indicates that you own a share. Since real estate is tangible, it can always be sold and you can claim depreciation!
3. The real estate investing market is stable. Historically speaking, the real estate market (for investors) has more stability than the stock market. In the areas where we advise investing, you won’t see a dip in values or rental income even in a recession.
4. Real estate investments appreciate! The value of your property won’t decline—you can count on your rental property to appreciate, even if that amount is small.
5. Real estate is the best, most reliable way to create passive income. When you purchase a piece of real estate, you’re turning a lump of cash into a stream of cash. That’s true financial freedom! Download our Freedom Cheat Sheet to learn more about creating passive income for your family.

On this episode you’ll learn:

• What is the reality of investing solely in a 401k?
• Who really makes money off of a stock based investment vehicle?
• What is the reality of a cyclical market?
• Why is the stock market so volatile?
• And much more! 

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The Inventor of the 401k Says He Created a Monster
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EP324: The Worst Way to Invest in Real Estate

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If you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while, you’ll know that there are numerous ways to invest in real estate. However, there is one destructive investing mistake you can make.

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m sharing the worst way to invest in real estate. I’ll explain two examples of the worst way to invest, and how you can get in the right mindset to start earning a passive income.

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I talk to a lot of investors, and one of the things I always ask is how they purchased their first property. I find that many people end up holding onto a home that they used to live in, simply because they love the property.

For instance, I recently spoke to a couple based in Philadelphia who owned one property. It was their first home, and when they had to move, they couldn’t bear to let go of the house.

When I asked them about their return on investment, they said they were in the process of paying down the mortgage, and that they were basically breaking even. They projected that they might begin to make a profit in ten years.

This is a huge red flag for me; the whole point of investing is to make money! If the return on investment is low or non-existent, it’s simply not a good investment.

This is why the worst way to invest in real estate is emotionally.When you invest in a home or a neighborhood solely because you love it, chances are, it’s not a profitable investment.

On today’s show, I’ll give another example of emotional real estate investing. I’ll also discuss the importance of being honest about the numbers in a deal, the disadvantages of emotional investing, and how you can get started achieving financial freedom.

If you’re ready to begin building a passive income through rental real estate, book a FREE call with our team today. We’re ready to talk about your goals and want to help you learn more about earning legacy wealth for you and your family.

On this episode you’ll learn:

• What should you do if you want to keep a property that isn’t profitable?
• How to release emotions and focus on the numbers.
• The one metric that matters in real estate investing.
• And much more about buy and hold real estate!

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EP323: Understanding Passive Loss - Interview with Tom Wheelwright

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When it comes to business, you might think that loss is something you want to steer clear of. However, creating a passive loss in your real estate business can actually help you save money! This topic can be quite confusing, so on today's show we're calling on an expert!

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're bringing back tax genius Tom Wheelwright to discuss the ins and outs of passive loss! Tom is sharing the two different ways to qualify an activity as passive, what it takes to become a professional real estate investor, and so much more! As always, Tom is an incredible wealth of information; you won't want to miss episode 323!

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A loss on your taxes means that your business did not make any money for the IRS to tax in a certain year. Claiming a loss is actually beneficial when tax time comes around, because then you have less income to pay taxes on! Many high earning investors like to claim a loss, in order to lower their overall tax burden.

Tom explains that there are three classifications written into the tax code: ordinary, investment/portfolio, and passive. Losses in one category can only be deducted from income in the same category. This means that passive loss only pertains to passive income. 

With some exceptions, rental real estate falls into the passive category. Tom explains that in order to claim passive loss on real estate income, one of two things can happen. Either the investor can move their rental income out of the passive category, or move other income into the passive category. The second scenario applies to those who make over $150k. 

On today's show, Tom is sharing the finer details of passive loss in the new tax code. We'll talk about why and how to qualify as a professional investor. We'll discuss depreciation, cost segregation, and section 179 of the tax law. Please join us for episode 323 of Investing in Real Estate!

If you’re ready to begin building a passive income through rental real estate, book a FREE call with our team today. We’re ready to talk about your goals and want to help you learn more about earning legacy wealth for you and your family.

On this episode you'll learn: 

• How can you change a loss from passive to ordinary?
• What is in section 179 of the tax code?
• What are the three rules of becoming a professional investor?
• How can you find an incredible CPA?
• And much more?

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Tax-Free Wealth by Tom Wheelwright
Loopholes of Real Estate by Garrett Sutton
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