This episode of 'She's Got Assets' podcast features an in-depth discussion on multi-family real estate investments with host Shona Lepis and guest Jordan Lee, a certified mortgage broker based in Portland, Oregon. Jordan shares his transition from the culinary world into real estate, highlighting the power of leveraging home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) for purchasing properties and the mechanics behind renting out and managing multiple units. The conversation offers valuable insights into the intricacies of funding and operating multi-family units, including the importance of strategic planning, understanding mortgage rates, and the benefits of creative financing methods like HELOCs and seller financing. With a focus on building long-term wealth through real estate, Jordan and the host delve into effective strategies for those interested in expanding their investment portfolio into the multi-family sector. Connect with: Jordan Lee https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanleemortgage/   Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to buy your first investment property, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. Join our  Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram:  Shona Buys Houses @shonabuyshouses Shona Buys Houses https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

In this episode we chat about how to  succeed in real estate investment through a blend of strategic insights and gritty personal experiences. Host Shona Lepis chats with guest Bob Thomas, the CEO of Peak Asset Management, where he shares his transition from accounting to becoming a real estate magnate. Bob emphasizes the significance of creative financing, the power of partnerships, and the relentless work ethic required to achieve financial freedom and generational wealth. Delving into his personal journey, Bob recalls the demanding hours at PPWC and his rapid accumulation of experience through high-volume deal-making. The episode underscores the realities of hard work behind the glamor of success and offers opportunities for driven individuals to join the competitive field of real estate, highlighting the importance of vision, effort, and the mindset needed to excel in the industry.   Connect with: Bob Thomas https://peakassetmgt.com/about/   Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to buy your first investment property, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. Join our  Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram:  Shona Buys Houses @shonabuyshouses Shona Buys Houses https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

In this episode of the 'She's Got Assets' podcast, host Shona Lepis sits down with special guest Thomas Callahan, a successful Airbnb entrepreneur, to discuss his journey from mechanical engineering to real estate investment.  Thomas shares insights into transitioning from traditional employment to financial independence through creative real estate strategies, focusing on short-term rentals (STR). He offers practical advice on dealing with regulations, optimizing Airbnb listings, the importance of mindset in entrepreneurship, and effective management techniques for ensuring high guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. This conversation is filled with valuable tips for anyone looking to venture into real estate investment or enhance their Airbnb business.   Connect with Thomas Callahan https://www.airbnb.com/users/show/392859086 Email: ThomasRobertCallahan@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets  #shesgotassets Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram:  Shona Buys Houses @shonabuyshouses https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

In this episode of  the She's Got Assets podcast real estate investment podcast, host Shona Lepis engages in an enlightening conversation with Andrea Engstrom, a seasoned entrepreneur and real estate investor. Andrea shares her journey from owning a branding and digital agency to stepping into the real estate investment domain. She brings to light the importance of creating relationships, leveraging networking for finding deals, and the significance of having a clear and authentic brand as a real estate investor.  Andrea emphasizes the role of mindset, identity, and taking imperfect action in the path to financial freedom and generational wealth through real estate. Additionally, she highlights the value of community and having a supportive tribe for women entrepreneurs.  The conversation embraces the theme of living life on one's terms, overcoming self-sabotage, and embracing one's strengths, with Andrea providing insights into resources that have aided her growth. The episode concludes with pointers on how listeners can connect with Andrea and join her community for further learning and empowerment. Connect with: Andrea Engstrom https://www.facebook.com/groups/boldwomeninbusinesssisterhood Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to buy your first investment property, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. Join our  Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram:  Shona Buys Houses @shonabuyshouses Shona Buys Houses https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

In this episode of the She's Got Assets podcast, host Shona Lepis discusses the ins and outs of real estate investing with guest Steven Tran, a real estate agent and investor from Portland, Oregon. Tran shares his unconventional journey into real estate, initially triggered by a family crisis, and how he accidentally discovered the benefits of real estate investment through purchasing a fourplex. The conversation delves into various topics, including the importance of taking calculated risks, the advantages of owning property for generating wealth, and lessons learned from managing properties. Tran emphasizes the value of education, hard work, and flexibility in the real estate industry. Additionally, the episode touches on broader real estate investment strategies, the impact of market changes on investing, and the importance of understanding local laws and regulations. Listeners are encouraged to educate themselves, seek out opportunities, and embrace the long-term benefits of real estate investing. Connect with: Steven Tran REalized Gains Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/realized-gains-podcast/id1639042110?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=lt_p https://www.youtube.com/@realizedgainspodcast   Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to buy your first investment property, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. Join our  Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram:  Shona Buys Houses @shonabuyshousesShona Buys Houses https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

The episode features a discussion between podcast host Shona Lepis and Gigi Kinsey, an entrepreneur and real estate investor since 1998 who has owned multiple home improvement businesses. Gigi is committed to empowering women, especially in the home improvement industry. She also shares insights about flipping houses, the importance of having a set formula for real estate investments, and continual learning and flexibility in the business. Gigi also discusses making a business out of interior remodeling and renovating to keep a team busy, earn steady cash flow, and create more opportunities for creative expression and realizing a client's vision. Lastly, Gigi urges women to define their paths to success based on their terms rather than society's dictates.   Connect with: Gigi Kinsey  www.RenovateHERbiz.com FB:  Gigi Kinsey  (RenovateHER public page) FB:  House Flipping Women IG:  RenovateHER_1   Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets™ https://www.shesgotassetshq.com/ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to buy your first investment property, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. Join our Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram:  Shona Buys Houses @shonabuyshouses Shona Buys Houses https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

This is a special edition podcast that is a replay of a live stream in the She’s Got Assets Group. In this wide-ranging and in-depth discussion, host Shona Lepis and Greg Pinneo, a seasoned real estate investor and mentor, take  a deep dive into the art and science of successful real estate investing. Greg shares the importance of location, driven by economic demand, in real estate investment decisions. He also discusses the key principles of acquiring, financing, negotiating, and managing properties effectively. We highlight the importance of effective deal structuring, negotiation skills, understanding the seller, and leveraging seller financing. Additionally, Pinneo talks about the transformative potential of real estate investing and the critical need for education and mentorship in the field. Connect with Greg Pinneo https://www.thecorco.com/   A Day At the Hanger  https://www.facebook.com/groups/GregPinneoTheEntrepreneursFight/   The Greg Pinneo Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-greg-pinneo-podcast/id1710469031   Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to buy your first investment property, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. Join our  Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesgotassetsnetwork Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets  #shesgotassets   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram:  Shona Buys Houses @shonabuyshouses Shona Buys Houses https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

Price Labs Co-founder, Anurag Verma, joins host Shona Lepis on 'She's Got Assets', a podcast dedicated to real estate investments. They discuss the evolution of Price Labs from a dynamic pricing system to a comprehensive revenue management system. Anurag sheds light on the value of data-driven insights for property management, including short-term, mid-term, and long-term rentals and the role of various factors in pricing strategies. The shift towards midterm rentals, the importance of understanding specific market demands, and strategies to maximize property revenue are also examined. Anurag emphasizes that while their software provides valuable data and market comparison tools, it does not remove the property manager's input and control in pricing their assets. https://pricelabs.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/anuragxverma/ Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to buy your first investment property, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. Join our  Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/mtrplaybook Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets  #shesgotassets Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@shesgotassets Connect with host Shona Lepis on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

In this episode, host Shona Lepis chats with Vi Nguyen, the founder of Homads, a platform bridging the gap between mid-term rental hosts and insurance claims for displaced homeowners due to damage to their homes from water and fires, etc. We dive into the lucrative world of insurance claims and Additional Living Expense (ALE) coverage, shedding light on how insurance companies support homeowners during home repairs or rebuilding. Key Points Covered: Understanding ALE Coverage: When homeowners file insurance claims for significant damages that render their homes uninhabitable, insurance companies step in with Additional Living Expense (ALE) coverage. ALE coverage typically includes temporary housing, meals, and other essential living expenses while the home is under repair. This coverage is commonly found under the "loss of use" section in a home insurance policy and is often set at 20% of the dwelling coverage.   The Role of ALE Service Providers: Insurance companies collaborate with ALE service providers who specialize in finding suitable temporary accommodations for displaced homeowners. These specialized firms manage an astonishing $30 billion annually in temporary housing solutions and play a crucial role in placing homeowners in temporary housing.   Opportunities for Mid-term Rental Hosts: Mid-term rental hosts have a significant opportunity to become preferred providers for ALE service companies. Hosts can charge a premium for offering fully furnished rentals with flexible lease terms, catering to the specific needs of displaced homeowners.   Understanding the Mid-term Rental Market: We discuss the challenges of pricing properties in the mid-term rental market and emphasize the importance of understanding guests' diverse needs. Building trust and maintaining open communication with renters are key factors in ensuring a positive guest experience. Conclusion: This episode uncovers a unique intersection between the insurance claims industry and mid-term rentals, showcasing how savvy hosts can tap into a profitable niche market. The episode offfers insights offers valuable guidance for anyone looking to maximize profits in this emerging space, emphasizing the importance of tailored offerings and excellent customer service for both homeowners and renters alike.   Connect with: Homads Website: https://homads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homadsrentals/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vi-nguyen-716bb718/ Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to buy your first investment property, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. Join our  Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/mtrplaybook Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets  #shesgotassets

In this revealing discussion, host Shona Lepis chats with real estate investor and agent Melissa Dorman, who shares her journey from being a social worker to becoming a successful real estate investor and broker. After being exposed to psychology and learning about perception, she discovered that beliefs shape what people see and can achieve. She talks about her strategy of buying small multifamily units, living in one, and renting out the others for minimal cash outlay, accelerating financial freedom.    She also shares how she purchased a triplex by negotiating seller financing and creativity. She emphasizes the importance of networking, community, fear management, being authentic, and continual learning. Melissa is working on her book 'Being Rich is Gay,' which she promises to be a path-breaking and inspiring exploration of personal growth and reframes capitalism and wealth building.

In this episode, Host Shona Lepis chats with Vivan Yip, a real estate investor in Austin, Texas, shares her journey from starting in real estate at the age of 24 through house hacking, to flipping properties, and finally focusing on the midterm rental space. Vivian reveals how the unexpected health scare of losing her hair to Alopecia universalis influenced her focus on real estate and drove her towards creating a fulfilling business.  The conversation dives into details about Vivian's innovative platform, 'Corporate Rentals USA', which aims to provide a premium hospitality experience for guests and offer collaboration opportunities for hosts.  She highlights the importance of branding in making your property stand out in a saturated market, and offers tips on styling, important amenities, and the useful tools she employs such as OwnerRes and PriceLabs. Beyond this, Vivian also imparts advice on pricing and aspects to consider while buying a property for midterm rentals.  Lastly, she stresses the importance of networking with insurance companies and adjusters to attract more corporate placements.   Connect with: Vivian Yip https://vivianyip.com/ https://corporaterentalsusa.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/mtrwealth   Show Sponsor: She’s Got Assets™ We offer two courses. The MTR Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. The REI Playbook teaches you how to buy your first investment property, from how to market to find off-market deals to creative REI strategies like owner financing. Join our Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/mtrplaybook   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. https://www.instagram.com/shesgotassets  #shesgotassets

Podcast host Shona Lepis interviews guest Ms Kellie Michele, a real estate mogul, and midterm rental expert, and discusses the pros and cons of midterm rentals compared to short-term rentals. She highlights that with mid-term rentals, you don't have to touch the property as often as you do with short-term rentals, which require constant cleaning and maintenance.   Midterm rentals also tend to have better quality guests and less wear and tear on the property. Kellie emphasizes the importance of market research to determine the demand for different property sizes and advises against investing in properties that don't align with the market demand. She also shares her approach to furnishing midterm rentals, focusing on practical and modern furniture that provides a comfortable and homey atmosphere.   Kellie discusses her vetting process for guests, including background and credit checks, and the importance of staying at the property to ensure its quality. She also shares her favorite tools for managing and collecting rent, such as Zillow and Venmo. Kellie provides insights into underwriting and setting profit goals for midterm rentals, emphasizing the need to factor in expenses and desired profit margins.   She also discusses her approach to rental arbitrage, including finding properties, presenting the business case to landlords, and managing the properties herself. Kellie concludes by discussing the importance of knowing and following local regulations and considering the option of hiring help or working with a property management company for remote management.

Guest Tyler Combs is the co-founder of Rare Bird Brokerage and the founder of Investor Lab. He has extensive experience in real estate investment, particularly in creative financing strategies. Tyler started his real estate journey in 2009 and has since built a successful portfolio of rental properties. He is known for his expertise in owner financing and has helped many investors navigate this strategy. Summary: Tyler Combs, co-founder of Rare Bird Brokerage and founder of Investor Lab, shares his insights on real estate investment strategies, with a focus on creative financing. He discusses his journey in real estate, starting with flipping houses and eventually transitioning to buy and hold properties.  Tyler emphasizes the importance of building a strong team, including reliable general contractors and designers. He also highlights the benefits of multifamily properties for long-term investments. Tyler provides valuable advice on how to approach seller financing, including the importance of understanding the seller's motivations and offering multiple options. He explains the concept of installment sales and how they can benefit both the buyer and the seller.  Tyler also discusses the importance of effective marketing strategies, such as direct mail and cold calling, to find off-market deals. He emphasizes the need for consistent communication and building rapport with sellers to successfully negotiate seller financing deals. Tyler shares his insights on structuring seller financing terms, including interest rates, down payments, and note terms. He also discusses the concept of separating financing from real estate and the benefits it can offer. Tyler concludes by emphasizing the importance of reputation and treating others with kindness and respect in the real estate industry. Key Takeaways: Building a strong team, including reliable general contractors and designers, is crucial for successful real estate investment.Multifamily properties offer economies of scale and can be a good long-term investment strategy.When approaching seller financing, it is important to understand the seller's motivations and offer multiple options.Direct mail and cold calling are effective marketing strategies for finding off-market deals.Consistent communication and building rapport with sellers are key to successfully negotiating seller financing deals.Structuring the terms of seller financing should be based on the seller's goals and needs.Separating financing from real estate can offer flexibility and optimize the portfolio.Reputation and treating others with kindness and respect are essential in the real estate industry. Show Sponsor: Mid-Term Rental Playbook The Mid-Term Rental, Essentials Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. FREE Training for Real Estate Investors Learn How to Set up and Fully Book Your First mid-term Rental with Great Guests so you Can 2x Your Cash Flow

Guest Lisa Allora Sarullo is a real estate investor and entrepreneur. She and her husband started their real estate company in 2018 and have since built a portfolio of eight properties and ten rental doors. They specialize in creative financing and have successfully used owner financing to acquire properties. Lisa is passionate about helping others achieve financial freedom through real estate investing. Lisa Allora Sarullo shares her experience and insights on using private money lending and creative financing in real estate investing. Building relationships with sellers and private money lenders is crucial for successful creative financing deals. Private money lending provides a win-win situation for both investors and lenders, offering secure returns backed by real estate. Lisa emphasizes the importance of listening for clues from sellers to identify opportunities for owner financing. She also advises private money lenders to thoroughly vet investments and understand the terms and security of the loan. Being strategic and creative in real estate investing can lead to successful deals and opportunities for growth. Key Takeaways: Building relationships with sellers and private money lenders is crucial for successful creative financing deals.Private money lending provides a win-win situation for both investors and lenders, offering secure returns backed by real estate.Listening for clues from sellers can help identify opportunities for owner financing.Private money lenders should thoroughly vet investments and understand the terms and security of the loan.Being strategic and creative in real estate investing can lead to successful deals and opportunities for growth.   Connect with Lisa: https://www.instagram.com/lisasarullo/   Show Sponsor: Mid-Term Rental Playbook The Mid-Term Rental Essentials Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. FREE Training for Real Estate Investors Learn How to Set up and Fully Book Your First mid-term Rental with Great Guests so you Can 2x Your Cash Flow   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/cedarandporch  #cedarandporch. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@cedarandporchrealestate Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram:  Shona Buys Houses @shonabuyshouses Cedar & Porch @cedarandporch Facebook Business:  Cedar & Porch https://www.facebook.com/CedarandPorchREI/ Shona Buys Houses https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

Our guests Diana Ossa and Josh Dobken are architects, designers, and real estate investors. Diana works for an award-winning architecture firm in Seattle, focusing on large multifamily housing projects. Josh works for an international firm in Kansas City, specializing in sporting venues and large-scale projects.   Show Sponsor: Mid-Term Rental Playbook Course The Mid-Term Rental, Essentials Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow.  FREE Training for Real Estate Investors Learn How to Set up and Fully Book Your First mid-term Rental with Great Guests so you Can 2x Your Cash Flow Summary: Diana and Josh share their journey of transitioning from their careers in architecture to becoming real estate investors. They discuss the importance of delayed gratification and taking action in order to achieve financial freedom. They also emphasize the value of building a core team and being present in the market where you invest. Diana and Josh highlight the role of design in their investment strategy and how it can add value to properties. They also talk about their experience with different rental strategies, including long-term, midterm, and short-term rentals. Key Takeaways: Delayed gratification is crucial for long-term success in real estate investing.Building a core team is essential for success, but it doesn't have to happen before buying your first property.Choose a market where you can be present and build a team, even if it means relocating.Design can add value to properties and attract better tenants.Diversifying rental strategies, such as long-term, mid-term, and short-term rentals, can provide stability and maximize cash flow. Quotes: "Taking action is more important than waiting for the perfect conditions." - Diana Ossa"Failure is just another way of figuring out how to succeed." - Josh Dobken"Have a good attitude and enjoy the process of learning and growing." - Diana Ossa Diana and Josh discuss their real estate investment journey, emphasizing the importance of delayed gratification and taking action. They highlight the value of building a core team and being present in the market where you invest. Design plays a significant role in their investment strategy, adding value to properties and attracting better tenants. They also share their experience with different rental strategies, including long-term, midterm, and short-term rentals, and the benefits of diversifying rental options for stability and cash flow. Diana and Josh stress the significance of delayed gratification in achieving long-term success in real estate investing. They believe that taking action is more important than waiting for the perfect conditions. Building a core team is essential for success, but it doesn't have to happen before buying your first property. They advise choosing a market where you can be present and build a team, even if it means relocating. Design is a key factor in Diana and Josh's investment strategy. They believe that design can add value to properties and attract better tenants. They discuss their experience with different rental strategies, including long-term, midterm, and short-term rentals. They emphasize the benefits of diversifying rental options to provide stability and maximize cash flow. Diana shares the importance of having a good attitude and enjoying the process of learning and growing. She believes that failure is just another way of figuring out how to succeed. Josh's superpower is relationship building and networking, while Diana's superpower is discipline and organization. They recommend the book "The Gap and The Gain" and the podcast “The Game w/ Alex Hormozi”. Connect with them on Instagram at @di.fi

We chat with Shalon and Jordan Howard, real estate investors and entrepreneurs, who share their experience in investing in various real estate assets, including single-family homes, mobile homes on land, mobile home parks, storage facilities, and commercial development. We also talk about their entrepreneurship journey, including Shalon's real estate brokerage and Jordan's construction company. Additionally, they share insights on the importance of networking, the challenges they've faced, and how they balance their family life with their work.   Shalon Howard and Jordan Howard have been investors in real estate for 20 years and are now full-time real estate investors. Shalon has been a licensed real estate agent for 18 years and recently opened her own brokerage called True North Realty. They have four kids together and have found success with owner-financing in mobile home parks and self-storage units.    Show Sponsor: Mid-Term Rental Playbook The Mid-Term Rental Essentials Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. https://www.midtermrentalplaybook.com.    Connect with Us! Cedar & Porch Real Estate Investing Podcast Instagram @cedarandporch #cedarandporch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cedarandporchrealestate   Host Shona Lepis Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn @ShonaBuysHouses Author: The Mid-Term Rental Course Playbook

Noble Crawford chats about his real estate investment strategy for mid-term rental operations. This strategy focuses on directly engaging with businesses, entities, and organizations rather than short-term stays of less than 30 days that other STR operators typically target. Crawford explains the advantages of his strategy, such as not having to worry about regulations, algorithms, or updates that can impact bookings or having to spend money on outbound marketing. He also explains the benefits of focusing on mid-term rentals, such as the ability to build long-term relationships with clients. He offers insight into key trends in the industry. Crawford stresses the importance of having a strategy and being willing to invest the time and energy necessary to make it successful.   Noble Crawford is a hospitality brand founder with a technology, hospitality, and sales, and marketing background. Noble has found a B2B niche in the mid-term rental space by leveraging his knowledge of corporate, higher education, healthcare, government, and military verticals from their previous job.   Noble Crawford has a background in hospitality and started to offer housing accommodations to medical and post-doctoral students as a form of direct booking. Direct booking is a business-to-business strategy that does not involve the platforms and is more lucrative. It involves networking, engaging with the business directly, and marketing to employees, contractors, guests, and clients. It is a blue ocean strategy, as the guests are not the same customers that most STR operators are going after. Leases depend on the vertical, such as corporate entities having a contract with a block of rooms or universities having housing offices for staff and faculty outside of student housing. Con nect with Noble Crawford https://instagram.com/noble.crawford.3   Show Sponsor: Mid-Term Rental Playbook The Mid-Term Rental Essentials Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book their first mid-term rental with great guests so they can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. https://www.midtermrentalplaybook.com

We chat with Kurt McLaughlin and Jennifer Florent, a power couple in the Portland real estate investment community and founders of Invest Northwest. They discuss their backgrounds and how they founded Invest NW. Jennifer Florent is a licensed realtor at Keller Williams, and Kurt McLaughlin has a construction background and has recently found a passion for design and interior work. They talk about the importance of building a community and their upcoming conference.  They started a monthly Real Estate Investment meetup that eventually grew into a larger conference-style event. The idea is to bring people from all different angles of real estate investing together to network and share their skills. The event aims to open the door for people to meet and find the right connections for their projects. People fear bringing too many other people into the market or having competition. But there's just so much opportunity that the bigger our community, the more eyes we have looking for it, the more it will come into it.  We talk about the importance of connecting with people in the real estate industry. It is often difficult for new investors to start, as there is so much to learn. Learn the importance of networking, meeting people, and taking action. We also discussed the importance of finding mentors and coaches and attending events and conferences. Networking and conversations can lead to unexpected revelations and epiphanies. They also discussed the importance of building your tribe, as it can give you various experiences and perspectives to learn from. NW Action Summit Conference https://nwactionsummit.com/ Invest NW Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/InvestNWRE Jennifer Florent https://www.facebook.com/investnwgroup Kurt Mclaughlin https://www.facebook.com/kurt.mclaughlin.52   YouTube Watch and subscribe to never miss an episode https://www.youtube.com/@cedarandporchrealestate   Show Sponsor: Mid-Term Rental Playbook The Mid-Term Rental Essentials Playbook course teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book your first mid-term rental with great guests so you can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental. https://www.midtermrentalplaybook.com.    Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cedarandporch  #cedarandporch. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@cedarandporchrealestate Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shonabuyshouses/ Facebook Business: https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

In this episode, host Shona Lepis chats with Jessie Lang, an experienced real estate investor who invested in real estate over ten years ago and has since grown a substantial rental portfolio that she manages with the help of a small remote team. Jessie got started in real estate by accident. She attended the University of Texas and graduated with a degree in business. After college, Jessie decided to buy a condo in Austin, Texas. She had a partner and a roommate, who ended up paying her mortgage, unknowingly house hacking. This experience inspired her to pursue real estate and rental management as a career. She now works as a real estate investor and rental property manager. Jessie is laser-focused on the BRRRR method, which allows her to put her money to work over and over again to create generational wealth. On the podcast, we discuss how to successfully self-manage your rental portfolio and what the benefits are. We discuss getting into your first rental property with only a small amount down and the loan products available. We also review the BURRR strategy, allowing you to buy real estate with none of your own money while providing double-digit returns to private money lenders. We discuss strategies for self-managing rental properties, what to do when things don't go as planned, what systems and software to use, and how to set clear expectations for your residents.   Show Sponsor: Mid-Term Rental Playbook The Mid-Term Rental Essentials method teaches real estate investors how to set up and fully book your first mid-term rental with great guests so you can 2x your cash flow. We cover the basics from planning and how to set up and furnish your mid-term rental, how to self-manage and get direct bookings to keep more profit, to how to launch your first mid-term rental.    About Guest Jessie Lang  There are countless courses out there that teach you how to FIND or BUY rentals, but once you own them, you are kicked to the curb on how to successfully manage them long-term.  The Rentals-Made-Easy Method gives you the step-by-step formula to easily manage your rental properties so you can make a consistent monthly income. Download the BRRRR handout. New podcast Episode! In this episode, we have special guest Jessie Lang. We discuss getting into your first rental property with only a small amount down and the loan products available. We also review the BRRRR strategy, allowing you to buy real estate with none of your own money while providing double-digit returns to private money lenders. We discuss strategies for self-managing rental properties, what to do when things don't go as planned, what systems and software to use, and how to set clear expectations for your residents.   Available on all your fav podcast platforms.   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cedar-porch-real-estate-investing-podcast/id1612781071   YouTube Watch and subscribe to never miss an episode https://www.youtube.com/@cedarandporchrealestate   Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1jDpAMFBWJD0Vcqbt0206n   Google https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL0NlZGFyYW5kUG9yY2hSZWFsRXN0YXRlSW52ZXN0aW5nL2ZlZWQueG1s   Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c01705e8-186f-41ac-8ce1-387270e205d8/cedar-porch-real-estate-investing-podcast?refMarker=null handout.   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cedarandporch  #cedarandporch. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@cedarandporchrealestate   Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shonabuyshouses/ Facebook Business: https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/

Gabriel Hamill is a real estate investor who has successfully built a multimillion-dollar residential, commercial, and industrial property portfolio. He is passionate about achieving financial freedom and helping others to do the same. Gabriel started with humble beginnings and has used creative strategies to purchase, finance, and produce investment real estate. He is also a strong advocate of financial literacy and self-education. Gabriel discussed his journey to success and tips for trusting the process, taking action, and believing in oneself. He encouraged listeners to use the resources available to become financially literate and start investing in real estate to gain financial freedom and generational wealth.    Gabriel Hamill was never attracted to the traditional route of getting a job after high school and found solace in joining the military in his senior year. After graduating, he took a few jobs and went to community college, but he wasn't motivated to continue in school. In 2002, he read Rich Dad Poor Dad and realized he could be financially free through real estate. The book resonated with him and gave him a different perspective on managing money and achieving financial independence than the traditional route of going to school and working for the rest of his life.    Gabriel Hamill is a real estate investor with a clear vision at a young age to become financially free. He was deployed to Iraq in 2003, and while there, he decided to achieve financial freedom by building a real estate portfolio of rentals. He was inspired by the book Rich Dad Poor Dad, and he realized that he enjoyed learning as long as it was meaningful and applicable to him. He recommends reading books and listening to podcasts to learn more about investing. He encourages others to seek education that applies to their goals and interests rather than the standardized education system.    We discuss the importance of learning strategies when starting in the real estate business. The conversation focused on whether it is worth buying a course or taking other resources such as books, or attending paid events. The speaker mentioned that they had spent years learning and taking action before ever spending money and that their first paid event was many years after starting to invest in real estate. They said that taking action is essential and that getting around people doing the same thing is important, as it can be helpful for learning. However, they did acknowledge that some people have paid for courses or coaches that have greatly changed their lives and businesses. Connect with Gabriel Hamel  https://hamelinvestments.com/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielrhamel/   Tag us on Instagram with a takeaway from this episode. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cedarandporch  #cedarandporch. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@cedarandporchrealestate Show Sponsor This show is brought to you by the Mid-Term Rental Playbook Course. Your blueprint to setting up a successful mid-term rental. Learn more at https://www.midtermrentalplaybook.com.  Connect with host Shona Lepis. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shonabuyshouses/ Facebook Business: https://www.facebook.com/shonabuyshouses/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonalepis/