The Real Estate Guys Radio Show
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No Financial Limits - The Keys to Raising Capital
If you have more deals than money, then it's time to go beyond yourself and enter the wild, wonderful world of OPM (Other People's Money). Using OPM doesn't mean you're auditioning for a starring role in a future episode of American Greed. There are people and institutions who have more money than time or investing talent, and they're looking for honest, hard-working, capable people like YOU to invest with. Sometimes they loan you money. Sometimes they want a piece of the action. Sometimes...
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Doing the Thing - How Real Life Investors are Thriving...
Before big time investors were famous, most started small. And most everyday investors never become mega-wealthy or famous. They just quietly go about their business and become financially free. No glitz or glamor, just a solid net worth and lots of passive cash flow. In this episode we sit down with three real life investors and find out what they’re doing to succeed in today’s real estate market. If you can’t relate to Donald Trump, Ken McElroy, Sam Freshman or Robert Kiyosaki, then sit...
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The Asset Behind the Asset - Finding Gold in Distressed...
The Asset Behind the Asset - Finding Gold in Distressed DebtWhile many investors are pursuing profits in property foreclosures, fixers and flipping - there's a small, elite universe of investors doing the same thing with the hidden asset behind the property- the debt.In this intriguing episode, The Real Estate Guys™ take a peek behind the curtain of the mysterious world of distressed debt with entrepreneur, educator and distressed debt dealer, Michael Soliz.If you've ever looked at the...
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Should I Stay or Should I Go - Knowing When to Sell an...
Real estate markets are heating up. But how do you know when a market's getting to hot to handle and it's time to move on? In this episode, hosts Robert Helms and Russell Gray discuss many of the wide variety of sell signals investors should consider when deciding whether they should stand pat or take their equity and hit the road in search of new opportunities. The Real Estate Guys™ radio show provides real estate investing news, education, training, perspectives and resources to help real...
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Ask The Guys - Markets, Metrics and Management
You have questions. We have answers!Listen in as The Real Estate Guys and special guest, attorney Mauricio Rauld, respond to listener questions.The Real Estate Guys™ radio show provides real estate investing news, education, training, perspectives and resources to help real estate investors succeed. Learn more and subscribe to the free newsletter at www.realestateguysradio.com
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Why A Students Work for C Students - Robert Kiyosaki...
Best selling Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki shares why his latest book, Why A Students Work for C Students, is his most important book yet. Kiyosaki contends that the education system is ineffective because it mass produces job seekers while hindering the development of job creators. So while most think there's a financial crisis, Kiyosaki says the problem is lack of education in capitalism. Listen to this no holds barred discussion with Robert Kiyosaki and decide for yourself. The...
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The Value of Changing Scenery and the Seasons You Go...
Opportunity and powerful lessons are all around us - sometimes in the most unlikely places and through some of the most unlikely people. During our recent travels, we were in two disparate places with two distinctly different, yet notable and successful people. The common denominator is the great lessons to be learned from both.In this episode, we chat with James Bovell and Carl Palmer.James is the dominant real estate broker on the Caribbean island of Grand Cayman. We got to know James...
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Are You Ready to Be a Full Time Real Estate Investor?
Many people look at real estate investing as a way to escape the daily grind of working for someone else. Sometimes the grass looks so green on the other side, it's tempting to quit your job and go full time as a real estate investor...ready or not!Though it may sound simple, there's a lot ot think about before making the leap to full time investing. You don't want to jump from the frying pan into the fire. Of course, done properly, life as a full time investor can be rewarding on many...
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Embracing Change and Overcoming Adversity - A...
You're probably familiar with REMAX. It's one of the biggest real estate companies on earth. In this episode you're going to meet the man behind the brand. Usually, just hearing from a hyper-successful real estate guy would make for a great show. But wait until you hear the rest of the story! But be forewarned. If you've been hiding behind tough times as an excuse for not achieving your dreams, you might get a little uncomfortable. Of course, we think you'll be inspired to attack the...
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The 11th Annual Investor Summit at Sea with Peter...
Listen in as our all-star Summit at Sea faculty reflect upon an amazing week of education, networking and thought provoking discussions with investors from all over the world. We've never paid any faculty member for speaking, yet many come back year after year. Why? Tune in and find out! Then make your plans to be a part of the fun in 2014 for the 12th annual Investor Summit at Sea! The Real Estate Guys™ radio show provides real estate investing news, education, training, perspectives and...
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Ask The Guys - Credit and Credibility
You've got questions, we've got answers...or at least our best guesses! In this Ask The Guys episode, Robert and Russ reach into the email grab bag and pull out random (but very interesting) questions. As often happens, a theme emerged. In a business where OPM (Other People's Money) is standard operating procedure, we discover that your crebility is even more important than your credit score. So listen in and learn how you can expand your real estate empire by leveraging who you are, who you...
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Clues in the News - The Market is Speaking...Are You...
We like to peruse the news looking for clues we can use (and words that rhyme). Unlike reports that look back on the past, the daily news is talking about what's happening now. Much more useful.When it comes to real estate market cycles (and pretty much any kind of financial cycle), we've observed that the pendulum swings both ways. In case you were in a coma, 10 years ago we were on the front end of a huge updward surge in real estate values. Five years ago, real estate hit a litle bump in...
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Musical Chairs - Profiting from Demograhic Shifts
Shift happens. And when it does, it sometimes affects supply and demand, When you're on the right side of a supply and demand imbalance, you can make a lot of money! Our special guest for this episode is John Turley. Big John spends a lot of time watching the migation of baby boomers into retirement areas and he's noticed something interesting. There are a LOT more boomers looking to retire abroad than there are great retirement destinations! Will this result in bidding wars? Find out when...
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Searching the Globe for Real Estate, Banking and Privacy
There’s no place like home. Or is there?Many investors pick properties in whatever area they happen to live in. That's a fabulous strategy if you happen to live in a great investment market.We say, “Live where you want to live, but invest where the numbers make sense.” You may get a lot more bang for your buck by picking markets where prices, rents, market conditions and other factors all produce better profits.But, is it possible that there’s more to investing than simply return on...
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Creative Deal Structure - How to Think Like Leonardo da...
Host Robert Helms shares some of the many creative real estate deals he's seen over the years, then sits down with author and consultant Michael Gelb.Michael wrote "How to Think Like Leoanaro Da Vinci", who was arguably the most creative mind who ever lived.One exciting aspect of real estate is how it rewards the creative deal maker. And while you can do very well copying the ideas of others, it's a really good idea to work on developing your own creative genius.So start today by listening...
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From the Archive - Negotiating Skills Every Investor...
Robert Kiyosaki says the single most important skill every entrepreneur must have is the ability to sell. We agree!When it comes to real estate deal making, the more creative you want to be, the less you can reply upon third parties to put your deals together for you.In this encore episode, The Real Estate Guys™ draw upon their collective decades of real world experience to share practical tips on developing your powers of persuasion.Whether you're pitching your project to a banker or...
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Embracing Change in the New Year - Getting Investors Up...
Technology is changing how people live, work and play. But real estate investing is still a people business, and the key to great relationships with people is communication. In this episode, host Robert Helms visits with his dad, the Godfather of Real Estate, who’s been in the real estate investing and brokerage business from the first day God created dirt. Bob shares some of the changes he’s embraced over his decades in the business. Then Robert chats with internet marketing guru Pol...
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Real Estate Perspectives, Predictions and Precautions...
Predicting the past is easy. The future can be a little bit trickier. Yet every time this year, pundits and prognosticators of all stripes are out in force, proclaiming to the world what they think the future holds. And since we're real estate junkies, we try to listen to everything everyone says, then sift through it to see what makes sense for real estate investors. In this episode, host Robert Helms takes a look at some of the predictions in the market place - along with some perspectives...
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Happy New Year - Your Real Estate Investing Business Plan
As 2012 fades into the history books and 2013 rises on the horizon, it's a great time to take a step back from the day to day hustle to think about the future you're busy building.In this episode of The Real Estate Guys™ radio show, Robert, Russ and The Godfather discuss the what, why and how of real estate investment business planning.The Real Estate Guys™ radio show provides real estate investing news, education, training, perspectives and resources to help real estate investors succeed....
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Ask The Guys - Education, Vocation and Agendas
Robert, Russ and the Godfather are in-studio to answer YOUR questions! In this episode, listeners want to know... > Should you pay off your personal residence BEFORE purchasing investment property? > How to find a non-biased, fee based real estate investment planner? > Where to go to get the essential education to become a professional real estate agent or broker? > How to assemble a team of out of area advisors that will be loyal to you? > Where to start when you inherit an investment...
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The Return of Equity - The Fed Strikes Back
Is real estate on the road to recovery? It’s beginning to feel that way. In this episode, Robert, Russ and the Godfather talk about the return of rising real estate prices and the potential effects of recently announced Fed policy. And just for fun, we toss in some other lively conversation surrounding recent real estate news. So listen in and discover why equity happens and how you can make it happen to you! The Real Estate Guys™ radio show provides real estate investing news, education,...
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Competing in a Down Market with New Construction
Sooner or later, new construction needs to happen, at least in residential. Between immigration and new births, population keeps growing in many areas.But when the economy is soft, building a big tract of new homes can be risky business. And in some of the most popular areas, there are no big tracts of land to develop even if it made financial sense.Besides, how can a little guy compete with the big guys? You can't. At least not head to head.BUT, a nimble, boutique developer actually has a...
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Does a Career in Real Estate Work Today?
Real estate is BIG business. And there are MANY different ways to make money, both as an investor and as a businessperson. In this episode, The Guys take a look real estate as a profession and some of the various ways people make money when it’s their day job. Some investors choose to get into the business as a way to get closer to people, deals and important data. Others do it because they love a particular aspect of it. Some choose a real estate related business because they can make a...
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Taking Control of Your Retirement Account - Alternative...
Finding money to take advantage of the many great bargains in today’s real estate market can be challenging. Easy cash out loans and the equity they created are largely gone, so investors have been looking for alternatives. One of the still largely underutilized sources of investment capital on most people’s balance sheets are retirement accounts. This is partly because the traditional financial services industry has had a virtual monopoly in this space and consumers remain somewhat ignorant...
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Don't Give Up, Give Back - Turning Your Passion Into...
As much as we love making money, we all know there's more to life than just making money.In this epsiode, we talk with a woman who has overcome a number of obstacles to achieve success in business, investing and even in parenting!Rita Khagram was born into a culture that didn't empower women. Undeterred she set off to make it in business, but at an enormous personal price.Determined to repair her relationship with her daughter, she sold her successful business and because she didn't get...
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Equity, Debt and Syndication - Finding the Money and the...
Renowned real estate syndicator Sam Freshman is our special guest for this episode. Sam Freshman began his real estate investing career in 1957 and founded his syndication company in 1961. Since then he’s been involved in deals exceeding $500 million. And when you consider the price of real estate in the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, that's a LOT of deals! Sam’s no-nonsense, pragmatic adherence to proven principles of syndication and investment make him one of our favorite mentors. So we’re excited...
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Sharpen Your Pencial and Do the Math - Utilizing the...
An essential skill for every rental property investor big or small is knowing how to do accurate financial analysis. Without it, how do you know if a property is a good deal, how it compares to other properties; or whether it's a good time to buy, sell or refinance? These are just some of the very important questions a prudent rental property investor needs to know how to find the answers to. That's why we say “Do the math and the math will tell you what to do!” So the topic of this...
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Halloween Horror Stories - What Property Problems Can...
Real estate investors plunge into properties hoping for an endless stream of passive income. But sometimes, instead of getting rent checks, the market delivers reality checks.So even though we love real estate and remain convinced it's the single best investment vehicle available to everyday investors...once a year (in honor of Halloween), we dig up some terrifying tales from the crypt of real estate deals gone horribly wrong. But it's not all gloom and doom. There are great lessons in bad...
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Ask The Guys - Paradigms and Philosophies
Our special guest for this episode is YOU! We've sorted through the hundreds of questions received over the last several weeks and picked out as many as we could to answer on the air.To get great answers, you have to ask great questions. Sometimes the great question is less about how and more about why. As famed business philosopher, the late great Jim Rohn often said, "When the why becomes clear, the how becomes obvious."This particular batch of questions came out with a little more focus...
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The Global Perspective - Where Investors Are Going and...
Host Robert Helms travels to Orlando Florida to attend the Encounter of the Americas conference which is hosted by RE/MAX. This event brings company leaders and agents together from all over the world, with an emphasis on Latin America and the Caribbean. RE/MAX is one of the biggest brands in real estate brokerage with an especially strong international presence. So they're able to help us gain a global perspective about where money is flowing in and out of real estate. At the event, Robert...
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Hotel Impossible or Can You Make Money in Lodging and...
Hospitality as a business involves using real estate to provide services to leisure and business travelers. That’s pretty straight forward. As real estate investors, any time there’s real estate producing cash flow, we’re interested. And when you do the math based on nightly cash flows, the numbers look pretty good! But this type of real estate investing is very different than your run-of-the-mill rental home, so to avoid ending up with a heartbreak hotel, it's wise to do some homework...
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Getting a Slice of the Pie - Sharing Real Estate to...
Host Robert Helms travels to Orlando Florida and attends the 14th Annual Shared Ownership Conference. So what exactly is "Shared Ownership"? Great question! And the answer is this extra long episode of The Real Estate Guys radio show - including a huge collection of interviews with experts on the topic. Can you make money with shared ownership? Sure! Even better, you can use this investment strategy to enhance your personal lifestyle. After all, in addition to financial independence, most...
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Corporate Formalities - Making Sure Your Asset...
Most savvy real estate investors know it’s a good idea to put each property in a limited liability company. More complex strategies include setting up management companies, holding companies and can even include an offshore component. The basic idea is to create a legal entity (corporation, LLC, etc.) or network of entities through which various aspects of your business activities are conducted. And to NEVER do business as a natural person in your own name. Once you get your mind around it,...
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Rhetoric and Reality - A Look at the History of Economic...
The overall health of the US economy affects jobs, incomes and asset values - including investment real estate. Throughout one of the most hotly contested presidential elections in recent memory, economic policy has been a central theme. At their convention, the Democrats invoked the spirit (and oration) of ex-President Bill Clinton, while the GOP conjures up visions of Reaganomics. Dire predictions of fiscal cliffs, defaults, hyper-inflation, depression, civil unrest and other calamities...
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Ask The Guys - Making the Move to More Units
Another exhilarating episode of Ask The Guys! Robert and Russ answer your questions... With only $20,000 to invest and living overseas, which U.S. markets make sense? Does size matter? A Minneapolis investor is enjoying great cash flow on smaller properties, but feels the urge to go big. Should he? A Texas investor is stacking up cash flow properties and wants to retire in Belize in 12 years. Great idea! But should he accelerate the loans or leverage into more properties? What's the shortest...
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Finding Inspiration - Your Next Billion Dollar Idea with...
Chicken Soup for the Soul co-author Mark Victor Hansen is our guest for this episode. As a mega best-selling author and world famous public speaker, Mark’s lifestyle and profession requires lots of positive energy and creativity. The same is true for real estate investors. So we asked Mark to sit down and share some of himself with us to see if we could pick up some great ideas from this iconic personality. Wow, talk about drinking from a firehouse! So strap in and get ready for a wild ride...
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Surviving the Fiscal Cliff - Ramifications for Real...
CPA Tom Wheelwright gives us his take on "The Fiscal Cliff" that the U.S. economy is said to be headed for at the end of 2012. What is "The Fiscal Cliff"? Should real esttate investors be concerned? What should investors do to prepare? Sometimes problems are exaggerated and sometimes they're hidden when election year hype hits the headlines.Listen in and find out what CPA Tom Wheelwright says investors need to know and do amid the uncertainty. The Real Estate Guys™ radio show provides real...
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In Search of Goldilocks - Bearing with Government When...
Is government too big, too small or just right? And what does this have to do with real estate investing? To help us explore this controversial and timely topic, Steve Forbes comes back to share his thoughts, as does first time guest Tom Woods. In a very polarized election year for the U.S., many people are paying close attention. As real estate investors, we care about how rules, regulations and even rhetoric affect our investments. Property taxes, zoning, rent control, eminent domain,...
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The Real Deal - Digging Beneath the Headlines to Exploit...
We’re big fans of looking for clues in the news to help us gauge the mood of the market, monitor trends and seek out new opportunities. But sometimes headlines hide what’s really happening at the street level. That’s why it’s important to have people in place you can call to get the real scoop. In this episode, we call on our man in Memphis, Terry Kerr, to help us determine if recent gloomy headlines really reflect the reality of that particular market. What we discover is that experience,...
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Bonds, Dividends and Wealth Management - How Other...
Special guests include bond market expert Steven McDonald and dividend investing guru and author Mark Lichtenfield from The Oxford Club; and David Conover, President of Wealth Management at Everbank. Yes, bonds. stocks and banking on a real estate show. But for good reason! We’ve been talking forever about the connection between the bond market and the mortgage market - and the powerful influence the bond market has on interest rates and overall availability of capital. And not just for real...
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A Midsummer Investor's Dream - Housing, Jobs, Consumer...
Bad news for housing can be great news for investors. But it means seeing a bigger picture and reading between the lines. For this episode, we do back to back interviews with two special guests. First, we visit with Gene Epstein, who is the former chief economist for the New York Stock Exchange and current economics editor for Barron’s magazine. Next, we chat with Anthony Randazzo who is the director of economic research for Reason Foundation. Anthony specializes in housing finance and...
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Banking, Monetary Policy and Real Estate
Our special guest is G. Edward Griffin, the author of The Creature from Jekyll Island - a Second Look at the Federal Reserve. Whatever you think about the motives and contributions of the Fed, there is no denying the profound impact it has on the supply and cost of capital. 2013 Summit at Sea faculty member Peter Schiff says Fed policy, dating back to Alan Greenspan in the 90’s and carried on to the present day by Big Ben Bernanke, is primarily responsible for the mortgage meltdown and...
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Analyzing Real Estate Markets in a Changing Economy
A bad market can doom a “great deal”. And a strong market can make a mediocre deal a winner. While you might be able to fix up a bad property, what can an individual investor do to re-hab a bad market? Not a lot! So it’s REALLY important to pick a great market before you start loading up the shopping cart with all those bargain properties. In this episode of The Real Estate Guys™ radio show Robert, Russ and the Godfather share precious and practical pearls of prescient wisdom to help you...
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Saving a Mortgage When Banks Won’t Deal - Leveraging the...
The mortgage crisis still isn’t over for millions of property owners. There are many resulting ramifications, but in this episode we focus specifically on how a property owner can stop, stall, and in some cases actually overturn an improper foreclosure. Real estate agents and investors can use these techniques to buy more time to negotiate a short sale, and troubled borrowers can find more time (and leverage) to negotiate a loan modification. Our expert guest reveals how banks have routinely...
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Ask The Guys - No Investor Left Behind
Interest in real estate investing is picking up based on the number of questions coming in from our listeners. Of course, it probably helps that The Real Estate Guys radio show is the most downloaded podcast on iTunes and Apple is one of the most successful companies on earth. It’s fun to be us. In this episode of Ask The Guys, we field a variety of excellent questions from all over…including Indiana, New York, Alberta (Canada), Washington DC , Montana, Facebook (wherever that is), and more!...
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Turning Adversity Into Opportunity - How Real Estate...
Will Smith brought the world the heart-warming story of a down-on-his-luck real life Chris Gardner in The Pursuit of Happyness. In the film, Smith portrays Gardner, a homeless single father who lands a job as a stockbroker and with true grit and determination becomes a financial success. Not to be outdone by Wall Street, we found a real estate investing version that will inspire (and challenge) you! There are lots of lessons, so grab your notepad and listen in to this enriching episode! The...
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Dark Shadows - Are Lurking Foreclosures Sucking the...
Shadow inventory is a term used to describe gobs of distressed properties, mostly single family residential, that isn't yet on the market. Statisticians look at top down data like bank reports and public filings. But what about a street level view? Atlanta, Georgia has been one of the stat leaders for foreclosures, so we thought it would be interesting to sit down with a guy who spends a lot of his time scouring the Atlanta market looking for distressed houses. More foreclosures is good for...
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Schiff Happens - Is The Real Crash Yet to Come?
Peter Schiff is our guest for this episode. In his 3rd appearance on The Real Estate Guys radio show, Schiff tells us about his latest book, "The Real Crash - America’s Coming Bankruptcy". Scary title (and you thought the Mayan calendar thing was alarming)! But remember: In his 2006 book, "Crash Proof" Peter Schiff was right about the mortgage meltdown. So this time we're all ears. In this interview, Peter reminds us that in his follow up book, "Crash Proof 2.0", he also predicted how the...
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Economics, Politics and Freedom - Making Financial...
U.S. election year political rhetoric has already hit high gear, but we’re sure the best (worst?) is yet to come. And you can bet tinkering with the economy is going to be a major part of the conversation - probably more so than any time since 1992 and Bill Clinton’s now famous slogan, “It’s the economy, stupid.” As real estate investors, we care deeply about things like the supply and cost of capital, job creation and tax rates. And while we can’t control what happens, we sure want to...
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Bigger Deals, Bigger Profits – Great News for Real...
At a time when everyone is crying about how Uncle Sam is making it hard to do business, real estate entrepreneurs are getting a break. Actually, ALL entrepreneurs are getting a break, but since we’re The Real Estate Guys, we’re excited about the real estate angle. The short of it is that the recently passed JOBS Act will make it easier for new businesses to raise start-up capital through “crowd funding”. To tell us all about, we welcome back special guest, attorney Mauricio Rauld. So grab...
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Healing Commercial Property Woes - The Trillion Dollar...
Over $1.7 trillion of commercial mortgages are coming due in the short term. In a normal world, that debt would be refinanced and life goes on. But today, many of those properties are underwater and there just aren’t as many lenders willing to refinance these loans. In fact, our guest says that over $1 trillion of those loans will need to be re-negotiated. Why? Well, when you owe the bank a $10,000 you have a problem, but when you owe the bank $10 million, the bank has a problem. And when...
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Catching the Wave - Where Tropical Profits are a Breeze
One of the secrets to making a lot of money is to catch a profitable wave. Sounds interesting, but what does it mean? Well, a financial wave happens when a variety of forces converge to move people or their money in a particular direction. That movement can have a substantial impact on any given asset class or geographic region - and the effect can be much more pronounced when the asset class or region is very limited in size. That's why we've been intrigued over the years by the tiny...
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Seven Decades of Real Estate Investing - Perspectives...
Consider how much you've learned in just the past 10 years from the books you've read, people you've met and experiences you've had. Then imagine talking to someone who's been investing since 1957. Do you think you could learn at least one important thing from that guy? We think so, which is why we decided to interview our very own Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms. Listen in and follow Bob's transformation from accidental to intentional investor. He shares the lessons he learned along the...
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The Hidden Beauty of Blue Chip Real Estate Investing
Nothing's more alluring to a couple of real estate guys than a low cut price and nice perky rents. But is there more to consider when choosing a property for a long term relationship? Our guest on today’s episode thinks so. Ryan Hinricher is a big brained former bank analyst turned real estate investor. He says before getting too enamored of pro forma potential cash flow, it's wise to look at other figures. Sounds interesting! Listen in and as we reveal the hidden beauty of blue chip real...
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Transformation in Action - The Tenth Annual Investor...
It’s been said that for someone’s circumstances to improve, that someone needs to improve. Most of us know that. Just like attaining the ideal body weight, we all know what to do. So why aren't we all there? Because contrary to popular myth, knowledge alone isn’t necessarily power. Some would argue that discipline is the answer. Perhaps. But who has the discipline to continually fight against their natural inclinations? So the secret is to transform one's self into a person who consistently...
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Choosing the Right Market - an Engineer's Perspective
Is there a scientific way to approach market selection? Something the average real estate investor can actually do? Our in-studio guest Tom Wilson thinks so! Tom enjoyed a 30 year enginerring and management career in Silicon Valley, but decided that Corporate America wasn't going to provide the kind of financial future he dreamed of. Real estate looked good, but he'd heard some horror stories, so he decided to put his engineering background to work on designing a secure path to real estate...
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Nobody's Fool - A Conversation with Donald Trump
Donald Trump joins The Real Estate Guys™ for a candid conversation about real estate, opportunity, entrepreneurism and the U.S. economy. The Donald says, “If you’re going to think, you might as well think big!” And since how you think affects what you do, and what do affects the results you produce, it stands to reason that to improve your results, you need to improve your thinking. So tune in and hear what Donald Trump is thinking about right now - and how you can up your game by picking...
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Finding a Golden Real Estate Agent and Developing Your...
The right real estate agents are worth their weight in gold. But how do you find them? And how do you work effectively with them? Great questions! In this enlightening episode, Robert and the Godfather reflect back on their decades of experience as both agents and investors. Along the way, we take a call from our good friend Robert Kiyosaki, who shares the vision behind the Midas Touch, a new book he’s written with Donald Trump (a pretty successful real estate guy). Plus Mr. K tells us about...
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Zero to Zillions - It All Begins in the Mind
How to get started with nothing is one of the most common questions we're asked. Often, the people asking don't realize how limiting their paradigm is. Everyone has something to work with and most have a lot more than they realize. Why don't they see it? We think it starts with the right mindset. Donald Trump says "Think like a billionaire". Tony Robbins says "You don't lack resources, you lack resourcefulness." We think learning cool real estate techniques like lease options, assignable...
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Being There - What to Look for When Exploring New Real...
Investing where the numbers make sense often means leaving your home town and scoping out new real estate markets. It’s something we do often and have learned to enjoy. Hot off an exciting exploratory trip to one market and a fun field trip to another, we thought we’d reflect on the what, why and how of visiting new markets. And while internet search has made all kinds of data remotely available to the average investor, there’s still no substitute for being there. So be here with us now and...
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Keeping What You Have - Asset Protection Strategies for...
Attorney Garrett Sutton updates us on the latest and greatest in the world of asset protection. Protecting wealth isn’t as sexy as accumulating it, but it’s still a very important part of being a successful investor. And as laws change, court cases get decided and revenue hungry states raise fees, it’s vital for astute investors to stay up to date. So listen in to the conversation, as attorney Garrett Sutton explains how to cover your assets in a very litigious business. The Real Estate...
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Fast, Flexible Financing - The Power of Private Lending
When banks are broken, borrowers are frustrated. But this provides a great opportunity for private parties to provide capital to keep things moving. Best of all, it's profitable for both parties!In this scintillating episode of The Real Estate Guys™ Radio Show, we visit with two real world real estate veterans who are putting private lenders together with out-of-the box borrowers in a market with cash flows that will support it.Find out what they're doing and why...and discover the private...
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Lessons Real Estate Investors Can Learn from the Stock...
Special guest Andy Tanner is a stock trader who says principles of paper asset trading can be useful to real estate investors. Really? Since we’re not fans of the stock market, we thought this was worth checking out. So we jumped on a plane to Salt Lake City and sat down with Andy face to face. We found out we have a lot more in common that we thought! So listen in to the conversation and grab some pearls of paper asset wisdom you can apply to your own real estate investing! The Real Estate...
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Getting Deals Done - Negotiating Skills Every Investor...
Robert Kiyosaki says the single most important skill every entrepreneur must have is the ability to sell. We agree! When it comes to real estate deal making, the more creative you want to be, the less you can reply upon third parties to put your deals together for you. In this episode, The Real Estate Guys™ draw upon their collective decades of real world experience to share practical tips on developing your powers of persuasion. Whether you're pitching your project to a banker or investor,...
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Ask The Guys - Super Bowl Edition
It's true. Super Bowl Sunday is a bigger media event than The Real Estate Guys radio show (hard to believe, we know). In fact, the Super Bowl's 110 million viewers make it the top viewed show of the year - 5 times bigger than American Idol! Why should you care? You shouldn't. Because unless you're connected to the business of football or lucky enough to place a winning bet, the outcome of the Super Bowl won't affect your financial position at all. So, for all The Real Estate Guys™ faithful...
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Where in the World to Invest? Tracking Trends in Global...
Emerging economies, free(er) trade, high speed communications and the troubled financial systems of the U.S. and Europe all mean people, money and opportunities are moving around the globe in unprecedented fashion.It’s a lot to keep up on! But have no fear, The Real Estate Guys are here!In this episode, we take a look at a variety of articles and talk about the trends in global real estate markets. But even if you aren’t into international investing, it’s important to understand how people...
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Transcending Financing - Doing Deals in a Changing...
When the funding gets tough, the tough forego funding! As conventional lenders remain tight-fisted, serious real estate investors are honing their creative deal making skills. We call on a veteran of versatility, Wayne Palmer, to discuss what he sees for real estate investors heading into 2012. We talk the Fed, gold, the European crisis, banks, private money, equity exchanging and more! Listen in to the conversation and pick up tips and insights from one of the most creative deal makers we...
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Getting to the Next Level - Are You Ready for a Coach?
Elite achievers in every profession use coaches to provide training, accountability, motivation and encouragement. But what about real estate investors? And what exactly does a coach do? We were curious, so we headed out to sunny (but freezing) Salt Lake City, Utah to pay a visit on Robert Kiyosaki's Rich Dad Coaching. Once inside the the safe and warm confines of the Rich Dad Coaching offices, we thawed out our microphones and sat down to interview Eric Lloyd, the Director of Rich Dad...
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Show Me The Money - Financing Outlook for 2012
Special guest Rob Bonahoom calls in to give us the latest and greatest from the brave new world of real estate financing. A lot has changed over the last few years, so even though rates are low, what does it take to qualify? Where is the most and best money available for investors? Residential? Commercial? Apartments? Inquiring minds want to know! Tune in and find out! The Real Estate Guys™ radio show provides real estate investing news, education, training and resources to help real estate...
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Looking Ahead to 2012
Change is the only constant. So it's important to monitor the winds of change, and adjust your sails accordingly. What should real estate investors be watching and doing in the New Year? Join Robert Helms and Russell Gray as they ponder this question heading into 2012. The Real Estate Guys™ radio show provides real estate investing news, education, training and resources to help real estate investors succeed. To learn more and subscribe to the free newsletter, visit...
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Ask The Guys - From Bangalore to Botswana
Answers to your questions with Robert , Russ and The Godfather! This episode features a collection of questions that are all over map. No, really. We mean these questions come from ALL over the map. The Real Estate Guys podcast has grown to where it's being downloaded in over 150 countries. But what’s interesting is that no matter where you are, as long as you have the right to own private property, there is an opportunity to make money with real estate. And, even though some of the...
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Regional Roundup - Taking The Pulse of the U.S. Real...
Hear updates on 8 real estate markets by 8 real estate practitioners in The Real Estate Guys™ version of market speed dating! After all, before you go out on a field trip date or get into heavy investing, why not get a quick sampling of what's out there? And as great as the internet is, sometimes you just need the warmth of a real human voice.Sharing their perspectives on how their respective markets fared in 2011 and what they see on the horizon in 2012, we talk with people active in the...
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Back to the Future – Embracing the Changes in Real...
Changes in technology, the economy, laws, banking, politics and even pop culture all affect the flow of people and money to and from geographic areas, price points and product types. Whew! That’s a lot to think about! The good news is that when change happens, so does opportunity - but we need to be paying attention. In this episode, Robert, Russ and the Godfather talk about how real estate reacts to changes in external conditions and why it’s important to recognize and invest with the...
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Infinite Banking - The Broken Banking System and What...
Today’s banking system is a far cry from George Bailey’s Bailey Building and Loan in the classic film It’s a Wonderful Life. Back then, savers put money in local institutions where local bankers lent it out to local borrowers. Today everything funnels through Wall Street and the Federal Reserve, and the last few years have shown that when deals get too far away from Main Street, weird stuff happens. But do you have a choice? The Real Estate Guys’ special guests, authors Robert Murphy and...
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The Real World of Credit - Improve Your Credit Score Fast
Credit repair expert Wayne Sanford updates us on the real world of credit and what you can do to improve your credit score fast. In today’s tight credit markets, a better credit score is not just a matter of getting a better interest rate - it can be the difference between getting approved or being rejected. And since we hate rejection, we think it’s a good idea to get some qualified credit score help so we can take advantage of all the wonderfully low interest rates available in today’s...
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Ask The Guys - Values, Ventures, Volatility and Velocity
Answering your questions is one of our favorite things to do! Every few weeks, we reach into the email grab bag and pull out a handful of interesting questions from our worldwide audience. Join hosts Robert Helms, Russell Gray and The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms, for this episode of Ask The Guys as we discuss values, ventures, volatility and velocity - and whatever else our very vociferous brain trust decides to comment on. The Real Estate Guys™ radio show provides real estate...
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The Compound Effect and Success Strategies for a Down...
Success Magazine publisher Darren Hardy is our special guest for this inspiring episode of The Real Estate Guys™ radio show! We’re guessing if you’re interested in real estate investing, you plan on being successful. And if you believe principles of success in any endeavor can be learned and implemented, then you’re going to LOVE this show. Darren not only enjoys the amazing privilege of interviewing some of the most successful people from all over the world and all walks of life, but he is...
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Multi-Family Market Musings plus a Different Look at the...
Who in their right mind would buy over $300 million of real estate in the middle of a giant recession? And if that isn’t crazy enough, who would think that people actually need and love the rat race? In this eclectic episode, host Robert Helms talks with two guys who both look at the world a little differently than the average Joe. Ken McElroy is Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki’s long time real estate advisor (and returning for his third year as a faculty member on The Real Estate...
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Halloween Horror Stories - Terrifying Tales of Troubles...
Pain is life’s way of getting your attention when it wants to teach you something. Real estate investors buy properties because they want rent checks, but every once in awhile you’ll get a reality check instead. And that’s what Halloween Horror Stories is all about! In this eerie episode, we look at random samplings of scary stuff that happens to real life real estate investors. We discuss the problem, the solution and most importantly, the lesson. The good news is that someone else (not...
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The Creature from Jekyll Island - A Conversation with G....
The Federal Reserve Bank is arguably the most powerful non-governmental institution on the planet. It controls the money supply of the world’s largest economy, has a profound impact on interest rates and inflation (both of which directly affect real estate investors!), and has tremendous authority over all banking in the United States. And if all that wasn’t power enough, because the U.S. dollar serves as the reserve currency of the world, the Fed and its policies also profundly affect...
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Teach Your Children Well - The Rules of Money Have...
Robert Kiyosaki shares his thoughts about the new economic reality facing young people. His Rich Dad Poor Dad message of financial education, entrepreneurism and alternative investing has resonated with many millions of people all around the globe. Kiyosaki notes that rapid changes from banking to technology to international trade continue to create a variety of challenges - and opportunities - for everyone - especially younger people. So what do young people need to be thinking about to be...
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Market Spotlight - Exploring Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia is one of the largest metros in the United States. Strategically located in the southeast, Atlanta is a hub for transportation. And with a strong education infrastructure, a favorable climate and low cost of living, Atlanta boasts a large, young, well-educated population, and is home to several Fortune 500 companies. In fact, Atlanta is one of the fastest growing areas over the last ten years.There's a lot to like about Atlanta! But does all that add up to good investment...
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Zero Tax! Deductions and Benefits that Matter Most to...
CPA Tom Wheelwright says, "Active real estate investors should NEVER pay tax on their cash flow or gains...EVER!" Sounds good to us! But how? Find out in this episode when we sit down to talk taxes with this Rich Dad Advisor to Robert Kiyosaki. Plus, Tom reveals the most common mistake he sees on real estate investors' tax returns and why the tax code is both a tool and a treasure map to real estate riches. The Real Estate Guys™ radio show provides real estate investing news, education,...
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Finding the Right Market with the Right Jobs
Picking markets with the right kind of jobs is the subject of this intriguing episode of The Real Estate Guys™ radio show. After all, tenants have an easier time paying the rent if they actually have a job! To learn more, we visit with the CEO of one city’s Chamber of Commerce. Tune in and discover what this city is doing to attract businesses and grow jobs, and some things you should be looking for when you’re scouting out real estate markets for long term investment - especially in a...
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Retirement Planning Abroad and Beyond - Have Your Cake...
When it comes to retirement, getting there means knowing where, why and how. And without foresight, opportunities can be squandered or missed altogether. Since real estate is simply a means to an end, it's important to begin with the end in mind.In this episode, Host Robert Helms takes a look at some things to think about when planning your retirement approach. Then he sits down with two special guests to get updated on two diverse topics, though both are related to retirement...
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A Tale of Two Investors - Building a Business and...
Learning real estate investing is a lot more than just understanding contracts, financing and lease agreements. Technical knowledge is important, but easily obtained, while "soft skills" (attitudes, habits and beliefs), inner drive, and the right team of advisors, vendors, staff and friends are arguably even more important, yet much more elusive. As your intrepid hosts, we trot around the globe (mostly the Western Hemisphere), talking to the smartest, most experienced people we can find. And...
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Reaping Profits from Resource Backed Investments
When the quality of the currency is questionable, it's critical to be extra careful when selecting markets and property types.That sounds good, but what does it mean in the real world?The answer isn't short, but it's very common sense once you hear it. And we get the lessons from some unlikely guests. First we visit with Frank Trotter, President of Everbank Direct. As a banker who deals not only in dollars, but in a variety of currencies, he has a unique perspective on how resources such as...
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August and the Economy Part 4 - Can a Bad Economy Create...
Special guests Peter Schiff and Ty Andros share economic insights in our fourth and final installment of August and the Economy. Peter has become widely renowned for his independent perspectives on what ails the American economy and what it will take to fix it. He contends regularly with mainstream media pundits and has an impressive ability to predict major economic trends.Ty Andros also manages money and is very outspoken in his views - and deep concerns - about U.S. monetary policy and...
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August and the Economy Part 3 - The Downgrade, Rates and...
How does the first ever downgrade of U.S. bonds affect interest rates? Inquiring minds want to know!Economics professor Steve Horwitz is our substititue teacher for this session of our August and the Economy series. And who said summer school was no fun?As real estate investors, we care about interest rates. Since rates are affected by the bond market, and a disruption of the bond markets is what triggered the Great Recession, it seems wise to pay attention to bonds.Fortunately, Professor...
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August and the Economy Part 2 - Perspectives from Two...
We get face to face with not one, but TWO presidential candidates and get their views about the U.S. economy, housing, jobs and the federal debt. No matter what your political persuasion, wouldn't it be interesting to know what two bona fide candidates think needs to be done and why they think they're the right guys for the job? Listen in as host Robert Helms talks economics, jobs and real estate with presidential candidates Herman Cain and Gary Johnson. The Real Estate Guys™ radio show...
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August and the Economy Part 1 - Macro Market...
August 2011 will go down in history as a time when the entire world focused on the economy in both the U.S. and around the world. Even casual observers realize that macro-economic movements matter to Main Street in a big way. Wouldn't you like to know what the big players are thinking? The Real Estate Guys™ are here to help! We travel the world to capture the interviews you won’t hear anywhere else. With the economy such an enormously important topic, we are dedicating the entire month of...
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Joining or Starting a Real Estate Club
Real estate clubs are a great place to increase your education, expand your network, get into more deal flow or find investment partners. But like investors, not all clubs are the same. Knowing what you want and what to look for is essential in finding a good match. And if you can't find a club that suits you, starting one of your own just might be your best bet. After a decade of both running and visiting many clubs, The Real Estate Guys™ share their ideas to help you find or create a club...
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Raising The Roof – How the Great Debt Ceiling Debate...
The U.S. debt ceiling debate of 2011 is one of the biggest financial stories since the mortgage meltdown set off a chain reaction of quantitative easing, government stimulus and swelling deficits.For the average person, a lot of this is so big and far away from Main Street, that watching, waiting and wondering seems like the best you can do. A few real adventurous souls are lighting up social media with political rhetoric and semi-serious calls for revolution.But we’re just real estate guys....
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Creative Solutions to Today’s Property Problems
If necessity is the mother of invention, then distress is the mother of creativity. And if you’ve ever been in a brainstorming session, you know the best ideas come from getting lot of people talking. It’s also true that the brightest, most experienced people often have a lot to say. So for today’s episode we invited a guy who’s been finding interesting ways to close deals and generate profits - even in a "bad" economy. When you can buy property for below replacement cost, it seems like it...
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Ask The Guys - Quick Flip or Long Hold?
Your questions are the stars of today’s episode! While we address several excellent queries, we camped out on one in particular because it’s a common, but very important topic. When you see a great deal with instant (found) equity, room for improvement (forced equity); plus it's in a strong rental market, do you flip out for the quick bucks - or go long for the cash flow, tax breaks, and long term (passive) equity growth? Decisions, decisions! And how does today’s lending environment affect...
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Apartment Investing Opportunities - Moving Up to the Big...
Moving up to ”big deals” is the goal of everyone who plays Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki’s Cash Flow game, just like going from little green houses to big red hotels is the path to riches in Parker Brothers’ Monopoly. In the real world, the natural progression for real estate investors is from single family houses to apartment buildings. But the real world means real money, which can be scary in a tenuous economy. So what’s happening in today’s apartment market and how do you make...
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Cash Flow with Confidence Using Guranteed Leases
Good things happen when the market is bad. Why? Because smart people become very creative. This episode features a variation on a theme motivated developers used during the boom to improve their cash flow. One thing skittish investors really like in an uncertain economy is predictable cash flow. Listen and learn as our special guest Ron Black explains how motivated sellers are creating a compelling value proposition to attract investors who are ready to buy, but want a safety net. The Real...
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Be Your Own Bank - Cash Management Strategies for Real...
As your collection of real estate grows, so does the size of your reserves and the volume of cash flowing through your hands. Are there lessons to be learned from how big players like banks manage their cash? To find out, The Real Estate Guys™ invite special guest Patrick Donohoe into the studio to unravel one of the more mysterious methods big banks use to manage cash. We’re pretty sure you haven’t thought of this! The Real Estate Guys™ Radio Show provides real estate investing news,...
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The Checkbook IRA - Real Estate Investing Using Your...
The Checkbook IRA allows you to act quickly when you see a great deal for a non-traditional investment like a foreclosure, short sale, fixer-upper or discount note. No more paperwork and waiting while your custodian reviews and approves your deal. Just write a check and get it done! With the stock market down (again), concerned investors are turning back to real estate - and are looking to their individual retirement accounts and rollover 401ks as a funding source. The Checkbook IRA takes a...
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Ask The Guys - Answering Your Real Estate Questions...
Attorney Mauricio Rauld sits in with The Guys to help answer a variety of your questions including how to find a great deal, how to get started with very little money, ideas for getting out of an underwater property, finding a good real estate agent in a foreign country; plus lots of legal and tax questions such as how to invest successfully in a tenant friendly state, the pros and cons of being a “dealer”, investment strategies to mitigate taxes, and more. Listen and learn! The Real Estate...
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Freedom and Prosperity - Celebrating Memorial Day
The right to own property is at the heart of true freedom. From ideas to enterprise to personal and real property, the ability to acquire, improve, enjoy and profit from possessions is what motivates individuals to get up and be productive every day. In the course of human history, no document has done more than the United States Constitution to protect the right to own property. So for Memorial Day, when Americans all over the world stop to remember with gratitude all the brave men and...
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Curing Commercial Loan Challenges - Working Your Way Out...
Doing big deals often means getting big loans. But if a deal goes sideways, it's no fun. And if there's a personal guarantee, that's when the stress really hits the fan! Even if you're not in the big deal club yet, this episode has a lot for you. Would you rather get the lesson before or after you sign on the dotted line? Before is better! So listen in as we talk to special guest, commercial loan workout expert Phil Jemmett. Discover the three major leverage points to use when negotiating...
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Smart Money in the New Economy - Empowering Today's...
Money makes things happen, especially in real estate where conventional lending still remains very tight. And in changing times, the smart money usually makes the first move. Since we want to get close to the action so we can see if and where the smart money is moving, we headed to the money capital of the world, New York, where we sat down with fund forming attorney Jon Hornik. Listen in to find out whether clouds of liquidity are forming, where the financial rain might fall - and things...
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Healing America...One House at a Time
Investors are playing a vital role in helping the housing market heal. But who are these investors and how are they doing it? To find out, The Real Estate Guys™ get face to face with the CEO of a distressed property wholesaling company that “re-allocates” over 200 houses a month. Listen in as we discuss their survey of over 1,000 individual investors and discover who’s stepping up to get these properties rent ready and back into useful service. The Real Estate Guys™ Radio Show podcast...
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Art of the Comeback - One Small Developer's Battle with...
Donald Trump’s legendary comeback is one of the great real estate stories in recent history. But how do you relate to anything The Donald goes through? We found a small developer whose David vs Goliath story has less zeros and lots of lessons for small fry like us. Join hosts Robert Helms and Russell Gray for a candid conversation with Malcolm Davies, whose world imploded when a little known clause in a loan document led to a nervous lender cancelling his construction credit - in the middle...
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The Secret Asset - Creating Multi-Generational Wealth
Building wealth over the long term and passing it along tax free to subsequent generations is one of the great features of real estate when properly structured. But real estate isn't the only investment vehicle that works this way. As Yoda said in the Empire Strikes Back, "There is another". In this episode, we visit with an old friend who specializes in helping families create multi-generational wealth with an often misunderstood and underutilized financial tool. This topic continues a...
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Live from the 9th Annual Investor Summit at Sea
Get into the minds of our entire faculty, as each reflects on their Summit experience. After one week of focused education, networking and outrageous fun, each faculty member (including Robert Kiyosaki's Rich Dad real estate Advisors Ken McElroy and Wayne Palmer) share their most important takeaways. Over two thirds of the 2011 attendees, including the complete faculty and their families immediately signed up to come back in 2012 to celebrate our 10th annual Investor Summit at Sea. It's hard...
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Bookkeeping - The Secret to Long Term Profitability
Bookkeeping is the backbone of portfolio management. Good bookkeeping provides the basis of feedback which is essential to working with advisors, obtaining financing, reducing taxes and making sound business decisions. Bad bookkeeping costs investors untold millions of dollars in wasted time and missed opportunities. The Real Estate Guys™ sit down with a QuickBooks Certified Pro Advisor for practical tips and valuable insights specific to real estate investors. Don't let sloppy records hold...
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Wholesale Opportunities - Using OPM to Heal Hurting...
Wholesaling is a great way for real estate entrepreneurs to get started using very little, if any, of their own money. But is real estate wholesaling just about taking value from the market, or do wholesalers provide a valuable service to heal hurting markets? To find out, The Real Estate Guys check in with a special guest who has found huge opportunity in a formerly red hot market that most consider to be decimated by the recession. Tune in and discover creative techniques for leveraging...
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Turnkey Rental Property Solutions for Busy Investors
Not everyone has the time, talent or temperament to find, fix up and rent out properties. If you like your day job and just want to invest your savings in positive cash flow real estate, you may want to become a turnkey real estate investor. Let someone else do all the heavy lifting and then hand you a plug ‘n play property with positive cash flow. Of course, this pre-supposes you can find a good turnkey property provider. The good news is that lots of real estate entrepreneurs have gotten...
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Finding Your Unfair Advantage with Robert Kiyosaki
We sit down with Robert Kiyosaki, author of mega-bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad and talk about his latest literary derivative, Unfair Advantage - The Power of Financial Education. "Unfair" is a bit of a misnomer, because everyone has the opportunity to become educated. But in the real world, so few people invest the time and effort to learn about money and business, that those who do seem to operate with an unfair advantage. Robert Kiyosaki says it's why the rich get richer, while the poor get...
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Commercial Lending Challenges and Opportunities - Be the...
Chaos in the commercial lending markets means lots of problems for business borrowers. But it also means lots of opportunity for smart and bold entrepreneurs. When a market is wounded, creative entrepreneurs come out like white corpuscles to work on the problem.To get more insight into the state of commercial lending, The Real Estate Guys headed to Las Vegas for the National Hard Money Convention. We were introduced to a guy with over 30 years in the hard money and commercial lending...
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Practicing Safe Syndication
Making big money as a portfolio manager is the motivation for creating your own investment fund. And with banks not lending, and so many distressed properties and notes selling at steep discounts, the timing is great for pooling investor money and getting into the game. But before you start placing ads on Craig's list looking for investors, there are some very important rules and regulations you need to be keenly aware of. In this episode of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show, we visit with...
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Fast Track to Full Time Income - Starting Part Time
What does it take to get to a full time income fast? Do you have to work full time to earn full time? With over 15 million people unemployed, many people feel very insecure about the future of their job and income. And if you're one of those who don’t have a job anymore, instead of waiting for someone else, it might be time to take charge and create a job for yourself. In this episode, The Real Estate Guys talk to a 30-something ex-school teacher who was earning part time money working full...
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The Coming Wave of Inflation - Profiting When the Levee...
Is inflation on the rise? If it is, will it hit real estate - and if so, when? Inflation hawks say batten down the hatches! Other reports say all is calm. Which is it? And how can you know? In this episode, The Real Estate Guys take a look at the mechanics of inflation and how it works its way through the economy. And more importantly, how to track its progression so you can catch the wave and not be crushed by it! So wax up your surfboard and paddle into another adventure in broadcast...
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ENCORE: The Business of Real Estate - Developing Your...
CPA Tom Wheelwright is a Rich Dad Advisor to best selling author Robert Kiyosaki. Since it’s that time of year when millions of U.S. citizens are dutifully preparing their taxes - and wondering if their affairs are structured properly to avoid paying more than necessary, we dug into the archives to re-visit a conversation we had with Tom in May 2009. Even though the technical details of the tax code changes from year to year (which is why you need a CPA who understands the unique needs of...
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Ask The Guys - Who, What, Where, When, Why and How
The Godfather joins Robert and Russ to answer some of the many questions listeners send us each week. When you listen in, you'll pick up precious pearls of wisdom gleaned from other people's experiences - many of which can help you capitalize on an opportunity, avoid a problem or have something of value to add to a strategic relationship. In all cases, you win - and that's always nice. If YOU have a burning real estate related question, visit www.realestateguysradio.com and click on Ask The...
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Forecasting the Future - Real Estate Industry...
Where is real estate headed in 2011? It's that time of year when we like to take a look at what some of the real estate pundits are predicting for the upcoming year. Obviously, predicting the future is an inexact science....well, okay...it's actually not science at all. More like alchemy. But it's always interesting to see what some of the more notable people think - and why. It helps stimulate our thinking and holds the prognosticators accountable. This time next year, we can look back and...
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Finding Financing When Funders Are Fickle
Financing is the life blood of real estate - especially for investors, builders and re-habbers. Not only do you have to have money for acquisition, construction or rehab, but you hope your takeout buyer can get a loan to cash you out. It’s ALL about financing. But what do you do when conventional financing is hard, if not impossible, to find? In this episode, The Real Estate Guys™ and their special guest, international real estate developer Beth Clifford, talk about the harsh realities of...
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The Age of the Entrepreneur – Creating a Future and not...
Ken McElroy is a self-made millionaire, a best selling author, and a very strategic thinker. We asked him what's next for America and his answer inspried us. As a very active apartment investor ($300 million in the last two years), he pays close attention to jobs. So he spends a lot of time thinking about where they are and aren't - and why. With U.S. joblessness staying stubbornly over 9% officially - and most experts saying the real number is much higher - Ken says it’s time for a new...
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Gold, Currency, Real Estate and the New Economy -...
Rich Dad Advisor Wayne Palmer is our special guest as we explore the topic of value in the new economy. Americans tend to denominate value in dollars. But after substantial quantitative easing by the Fed, the dollar has dropped. Meanwhile, commodities like gold and oil have gone way up - at least when denominated in dollars. But if gold will buy roughly the same amount of oil as it did 10 years ago and vice versa, the only thing that changed is what the dollars will buy. And when the value...
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The Art&Science of Setting Goals - Utilizing All You Are...
Discover proven strategies for goal setting that will inspire you to effective action. In this unique episode, host Robert Helms will reveal why your mind is your most valuable resource - and how you can unleash the power of your dreams to drive decisions and actions which will guide not only your investing, but all areas of your life. For many years, Robert taught a powerful 3 day workshop on goal setting - which was by far our highest rated event. He's taken many important concepts from...
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Getting Started in Real Estate Investing for First,...
Donald Trump may be the most famous “real estate guy” who made it big, lost it all, then made it all back bigger and better than before. What took him down? In his book, The Art of the Comeback, the Donald points to two things: complacency and the Tax Reform Act of 1986. We could do a whole show the importance of playing close attention to things that affect the flow of money into any asset class. And it's a great topic! But that’s not for today. Today's episode is for all the folks who are...
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Winding Down the Year - Maximizing Your Properties,...
Get the most out of your properties by preparing for a successful 2011. Now is the time to look back on last year and glean lessons for a happy New Year! Running a real estate empire means effectively managing debt, equity and cash flow - and it requires being organized as all the year end paperwork arrives. In this episode, The Real Estate Guys discuss their checklist of things to do, including what to consider when reviewing your loans, tax strategies, filing system and legal structures....
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International Real Estate for Resort, Investment or Safe...
Money, jobs and people are moving around the world like never before. And while fewer people may feel rich coming out of this recession, there are other good reasons many are still looking at international real estate - both as an investment strategy and a safe haven hedge against inflation. In this episode, we visit with Kevin Brass, an expert author for the International Property Journal. Kevin has covered the international real estate industry for over twenty years. His regularly featured...
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Best Of Replay - Career Opportunities in Real Estate
Big money, flexible hours and being your own boss has always attracted people to real estate as a career. And when the traditional job market is depressed, even more people look at real estate as way to make money. While most people think of a career in real estate primarily as selling houses to people who’ll live in them, there are actually many other options! In this episode, The Real Estate Guys explore the variety of opportunities available when considering real estate as a full time...
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Ask The Guys - Thankful for Your Questions
Lots of great real life questions from our listeners!After we stuffed ourselves with heaping helpings of holiday food, we came into the studio to feast on your fabulous questions - all of which we’re most thankful for!Sitting at the radio banquet table: Your holiday host and head turkey carver, Robert Helms; Co-host and big butterball turkey, Russell GrayWeek after week we gather up questions from our listening audience. When our email bag gets stuffed like a holiday turkey, we reach in and...
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Real Estate Economics - Interviews with the Federal...
The Chief Economist of the National Association of Realtors, Dr. Lawrence Yun; Vice President and Associate Director of Research for the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Thomas Cunningham Ph.D; and President-elect of the National Association of Realtors, Moe Veissi make up the group of special guests on this episode of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show. The show was taped on location in beautiful Miami Beach during the 16th Annual International Property Congress. Tune in and discover what...
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Where's the Deal? A Candid Conversation with a Real...
There is huge money to be made in real estate syndication. Nearly every big time investor you'll see is really the point man for a group of investors. It's a business that attracts big egos, crooked operators and lots of pretenders. Meanwhile, there are some very substantial, credible professionals quietly going about the business of making profits for their investors. In this episode, The Real Estate Guys go mobile and sit down in a Southern California boardroom with the guy who literally...
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Travel Tips for Real Estate Road Warriors
Investing where the numbers make sense often entails travel because not everyone lives in prime real estate investment areas. So if you decide to "live where you want to live but invest where the numbers make sense", then travel is going to be a regular part of your life as a real estate investor. In this episode, The Real Estate Guys draw upon their own substantial travel experience to provide practical tips for successful road trips. Like a corporate traveler, getting to where you need to...
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Halloween Horror Stories - Getting the Lessons When...
Sometimes real estate is hard. You want a rent check, but get a reality check instead. Still, the best lessons often come from studying problems so you can avoid them - or at least solve them faster - next time. In this episode, The Real Estate Guys take a look at six different real-life difficult situations and how the owners handled them. They paid full price to get their lessons. When you listen to the show, you get to leverage their expense and experience! Want more? Visit...
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Big Profits without Wall Street or Tenants - How Private...
With the stock market stagnant and bonds and banks paying anemic interest rates, where can investors go to get high yields? Not everyone is willing to deal with the trials and tribulations of tenants and toilets. Is Wall Street the only option or is there someplace else to go for big cash flow profits? In this episode of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show, hosts Robert Helms and Russell Gray visit with real estate investor and entrepreneur Ron Black as he reveals a unqiue investment niche he's...
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Big Profits without Wall Street or Tenants - How Private...
With the stock market stagnant and bonds and banks paying anemic interest rates, where can investors go to get high yields? Not everyone is willing to deal with the trials and tribulations of tenants and toilets. Is Wall Street the only option or is there someplace else to go for big cash flow profits? In this episode of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show, hosts Robert Helms and Russell Gray visit with real estate investor and entrepreneur Ron Black as he reveals a unqiue investment niche he's...
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Avoiding PMS - The Single Most Important Element for...
Cash flow is the life-blood of financial success for household and businesses. Cash flow is what a professional investor buys when purchasing both stocks and real estate. But when Property Management Stupidity (PMS) sets in, it can cramp cash flow. Left unattended, PMS causes balance sheet anemia and leads to a stained credit score. In this episode, The Real Estate Guys discuss the causes and cures for Property Management Stupidity with expert in-studio guest and second generation property...
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Deliverance for Distressed Borrowers - Loan Modification...
A candid conversation with an attorney on the legal state-of-the-art in loan modifications. In this radio show, The Real Estate Guys talk about what programs are working now as property owners, lenders, attorneys, the courts and government are all busy sorting through the foreclosure crisis. What is the best way to save your home and rental houses? How much money does it cost to get a professional service to help? Has the recent news about widespread mortgage fraud improved your odds of...
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Caveats and Considerations of Cross-Border Real Estate...
The profit potential of foreign markets has given rise to a growing number of global opportunity seekers in both stocks and real estate. And not just for developing markets, but thanks to currency fluctuations and an ever more global economy, to take advantage of shifting tides of capital, business and jobs into mature markets. But before you get dollar signs in your eyes and charge off to buy cheap, beautiful property in warm, affordable, tax favorable markets (which is SOOOO tempting),...
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Tracking International Trends - CEO Insights from the...
Located in the #1 hub for global real estate, CEO Teresa Kinney oversees the largest local association of Realtors in the nation. With access to all the statistics, plus gobs of anecdotal data from over 23,000 agents, she has more insight into international real estate activity than just about anyone else! Of course, we couldn’t wait to ask her a zillion questions. Tune in and find out what she has to say! Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys™ free newsletter at...
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High Yields in a Low Rate World - Growing Your Interest...
Low interest rates are used to stimulate the economy. But if you're an income investor, low interest rates are depressing. There's a BIG difference between getting 4 percent on your savings and only getting 1 percent! But with so much uncertainty in the economy, how can an investor substantially increase yield without dramatically increasing risk? Great question! And one that millions of investors are facing right now - so it's the topic of today's episode. Join hosts Robert Helms and...
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Making Mentoring Work in the Real World - Myths and...
Top performers in athletics, entertainment, business and politics all have coaches and trusted advisors. These mentors help shape the attitudes, habits, beliefs and skills that blend together to create success. When it comes to real estate investing, there are many different approaches to mentoring - and lots of people offering their mentoring services. But what is real estate investor mentoring really all about? And how do you make it work in the real world? The Real Estate Guys sit down...
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Alternative Strategies in Today's Economy - Insider...
Just as injuries are part of a pro athlete's life, so are legal altercations part of a real estate investor's life. You do everything you can to avoid them, but when they come up it's always smart to get professional help. Unfortunately, like doctors, lawyers don't come cheap and it's important to make sure the cure doesn't make the injury worse. To help unravel the mystery of motivating your lawyer to take your case without you writing a blank check, we invited an experienced attorney into...
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Public or Private Pool? The New Rules for Accredited...
The financial reform bill redefined who qualifies as an accredited investor. If you like to pool your money with other people's money so you can get in on bigger deals, there are some new rules to play by. And if you're syndicating deals, then you REALLY need to be careful - because the effects are immediate. Join Robert Helms, Russell Gray and the Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms as they dive deeply into the deep end of deciphering what all this change really means to real estate...
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What is Your Risk Paradigm - A Life or Debt Decision
Protecting your money in today's highly uncertain economy is surely very challenging. Real estate equity and bank accounts used to be among the SAFEST places to keep your savings. Today, real estate equity has shrunk and getting access to it is next to impossible. And with record bank failures even the old saying "sure as money in the bank" seems a little outdated. Add horribly low interest rates and, to compound the injury, taxes on your meager interest earnings, it's enough to make you...
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How Capitalism Will Save Us - An Interview with Steve...
Steve Forbes is the billionaire CEO of Forbes Magazine and a two time presidential candidate. He’s also an author and outspoken advocate for free market capitalism. His latest book, How Capitalism Will Save Us, describes his contention that too much government is bad for business. As real estate guys, we know our properties do better when businesses are hiring (remember when they used to do that?) and our tenants have jobs. So we’re always interested in finding those places where jobs are...
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Don't Say I Didn't Warn You - Peter Schiff Reveals How...
Special guest Peter Schiff sits down face to face with host Robert Helms to reveal how he accurately predicted the mortgage meltdown and subsequent financial crisis. Schiff was a lone voice in the wilderness while promoting his 2006 book in which he accurately predicted virtually all that has actually transpired. While most media pundits derided him (see the videos in our broadcast blog on our website), he stood firm. Today, Schiff is seeking to represent Connecticut in the US Senate....
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Economics, Politics and Real Estate - Interviews from...
Interviews with twelve fascinating speakers from Freedom Fest 2010. Each is expert on one or more topics related to economics, tax, asset protection, finance and going offshore - and all have strong opinions about the state of the US economy. We talk inflation vs. deflation, big government vs. free markets, domestic vs. global, and much, much more! There's an attorney who specializes in clients worth $10 million or more; an energy and infrastructure expert who says innovation is the key to...
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Entrepreneurs in the New Economy - Getting Paid to Solve...
Investment banker Jeff Villwock shares his story of seeing a problem and making it an opportunity. The story within the story is how The Real Estate Guys met Jeff and how important it is to get out in the world with an open mind. There are smart people on every side of every issue and when it comes to public policy, one man's solution is another man's disaster, and vice versa. In this case, Jeff sees a problem brewing in the US and is going offshore to create a solution. The beautiful thing...
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Still Trying to Modify Your Loan? Tip the Scales in Your...
Need a secret weapon to help in your loan mod negotiations? Special guest Martin Andelman updates on the state of the art in the loan mod wars. HAMP hasn't helped a whole lot, but it's getting better. For all their good intentions, consumer protection laws have left consumers unrepresented when facing off against the bigger, better equipped banks. But our guest says the tide is turning with the advent of a new tool now available to borrowers. Find out what it is and how it works - and how...
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Ask The Guys - Bankruptcy, Tax Liens, Cheap Homes and...
Answering listeners questions is always fun. For this episode we dig through the e-mail bag and pull out some good ones. Is a house for $1,000 a good deal? Will Fannie and Freddie still be my friend after I file bankruptcy? Are tax liens safe? Plus thoughts on buying real estate with an IRA and how to bounce back from a financial wipeout. Join Robert Helms, Russell Gray and the Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms for all the answers! Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys™ free...
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Profiting from Your Vacation - Exploring New Markets in...
Combine business with pleasure this summer! Discover how to look for real estate opportunities while on vacation - or how to turn your real estate trips into a vacation. In either case, it's fun and makes good financial sense. Join Robert Helms, Russell Gray and the Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms for a lively discussion of fun based deal hunting. Want more? Sign up for The Real Estate Guys free newsletter at http://realestateguysradio.com/newsletter-signup/
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Cashing In on the Changing Retail Market
Once prized retail assets are available at bargain basement prices. Does that mean they're a good deal? Our expert guest has 30 years and billions of dollars of experience. He says now just might be the best time he's ever seen to make big money in retail. But the game has changed, so to win, you need creative solutions for today's challenges. Join Robert Helms, Russell Gray and the Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms as they explore the state of retail real estate with special guest,...
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Real World Economics with Dr. Mark Skousen
Economist and businessman Dr. Mark Skousen discusses his views and outlook on real estate and economic policy, including what he believes is the single most important component of a sustainable recovery. Dr. Skousen also shares his insights into the increasing interest in off-shore investing. As a former Forbes Magazine columnist and the promoter of Freedom Fest, he has access to the ideas and opinions of several very intriguing people, including Steve Forbes, Peter Schiff and Whole Foods...
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Determining ROI - Balancing Risk and Reward
What's a reasonable return on investment in today’s market? As you might expect, the answer is, “It depends!” Every investor must accept risk in order to attain reward. Even doing nothing is a risk with its own reward. The obvious goal is to achieve maximum reward with minimum risk. Duh. But what are the risks and how do you assess them? What are the potential returns? What’s about the not-so-obvious risks? And what’s reasonable to expect in today’s economy? Tough questions!Balancing in our...
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Happy Housing Headlines - Real or Not Real?
Lots of good real estate news lately! Does that mean real estate is back? Inquiring minds want to know! So we decide to dig deeper into the headlines to see what we can find out. In the news room for this broadcast are your host and chief news analyst, Robert Helms; Co-host and head article clipper, Russell Gray; and the stone tablet reviewer, The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms.Thanks to the internet, real estate investors have more access to more information than ever before! But to...
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Getting Into the Deal Flow - Wholesale Solutions for a...
Finding great deals is a lot harder than it sounds. Or is it? We always say that every problems presents one or more opportunities. That sounds really good in a seminar or on the radio, but what about in the real world?In our continuing quest to find resources to help real estate investors succeed, we found an entrepreneur who looked at all the carnage in the low end housing market and saw a business opportunity. In fact, we were so impressed that after out first meeting we decided to fly to...
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Considering Your Options - How to Control Property with...
Options contracts are a powerful, yet often misunderstood and underutilized tool in an investor’s tool box. What exactly are real estate options contracts? How do they work? Most importantly, how can you use them to create profits? Listen as host Robert Helms, optional co-host Russell Gray, and The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms talk options. Discover how to use an option to play a rumor, lock in a great price, buy time to arrange financing - and much more! We know you have options when...
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Live, Work, Play - Designing Your Lifestyle as a Real...
International Real Estate Developer Beth Clifford joins Robert, Russ and the Godfather to discuss the why and how of integrating a global lifestyle with real estate investing. The world has changed! The internet has made it smaller, the economy has become much more global, and there are more challenges and opportunities than ever before. What global trends are affecting the location and type of desirable real estate? What is one of the fastest growing demographics in the world (you'll be...
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Shifting Gears - True Confessions of a Reborn Real...
A candid conversation with one investor who is getting back on the road to real estate riches after the downturn wiped out much of his portfolio. We often say that a bend in the road isn’t the end of the road - unless you fail to make the turn! The real estate market made a sharp turn a couple of years ago. Lots of people failed to adjust and are no longer in the business. Many of those who are still on the path had to make adjustments. From Donald Trump to Walter Sanford to Robert Kiyosaki...
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The State of the Fractional Interest Real Estate Market...
Unless you’ve been living off planet, you know that the real estate world has changed dramatically in the last few years. Why? Because financing as we came to know and love it has all but disappeared. But does that mean people have stopped wanting to buy real estate? Of course not! The idea of fractional (not “fractured”, though many underwater property owners may feel that way) ownership isn’t new. It’s a proven structure which is often used to allow people the opportunity to enjoy the use...
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Live from the 8th Annual Summit at Sea!
Insights and reflections from Summit Faculty including Rich Dad Advisors Ken McElroy, Wayne Palmer, Garrett Sutton; plus international developer Beth Clifford, attorney Mauricio Rauld, the Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms and the Guys! Recorded with a live studio audience on the Carnival Triumph as we sail through the Caribbean. Come on board!
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Does it Still Make Sense to Own Your Home?
Home ownership is the American Dream. Or is it? For many, home ownership has turned out to be a nightmare. So we decided to examine the pros and cons of owning the roof over your head in today's economy. Join Robert, Russ and the Godfather for a discussion on whether it still makes sense to own your own home.
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Old School Real Estate - Debt Free Investing
Does debt free mean no leverage? Or are there other ways to optimize return that don’t include mortgages? The Real Estate Guys look take a fresh look at an old school concept: investing for cash - even when you don’t have any! Join Robert, Russ and The Godfather as they discuss when cash is essential in today’s market; why “cash is trash” and how to protect the value of your dollars; leverage that doesn’t involve borrowing; and ways to play even when your cash on hand is minimal.
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The Brave New World of Finance - How to Master Your Debt
Best selling author Jordan Goodman explains how debt is different as the US attempts to break the gravitational pull of the Great Recession. New credit card laws went into effect for 2010 and changed the rules for credit card issuers. What adjustments do credit card holders need to make? Plus, with record unemployment more people are looking for professional help. What are the important differences between Debt Settlement and Credit Counseling - and which is better? Of course, the biggest...
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Principal Reduction - The Holy Grail of Loan Modification
Are lenders REALLY writing down loans for property owners - or is it just an urban legend? The topic has made headlines lately, but what’s happening in the real world? In today’s episode, The Real Estate Guys bring back mortgage mitigation expert David Lies to discuss the state of the art in real world principal reduction for homeowners and investors alike. David talks about the underwhelming success of the government’s Home Affordable Modification Program and reveals a brand new market...
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The Investor's Dilemma - Hang On or Cut, Run and...
Hanging on can be smart or dumb. How do you know the difference? For this show, The Guys discuss the things an investor needs to think about when deciding whether a property is worth keeping. Sometimes the smartest investment is the one you walk away from. Other times tenacity pays off. Join Robert, Russ and the Godfather as they discuss every investor's dilemma - and how to make good choices.
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Hedging Your Real Estate Bets with Life Insurance
Expert guest Kim Butler reveals how the right kind of life insurance can be a powerful cash management tool for LIVING real estate investors. WOW! Life insurance that is NOT to die for. Tune in as Kim, Robert, Russ and the Godfather discuss non-traditional financial planning, "Prosperity Economics", and the amazing similarities between whole life insurance and real estate.
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Using Real Estate to Fund College - Making Good Choices...
Can real estate help pay for college? Attorney Jeff Lerman shares his knowledge and experience; plus,an important warning about what investors MUST know about the California Home Equity Sales Contract before buying a distressed property. Join host Robert Helms, co-host Russell Gray and the Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms for a lively discussion with attorney Jeff Lerman. Topics include how to compare the cost of on campus housing to off campus ownership, the pros and cons of single family...
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In Pursuit of Excellence - What Real Estate Investors...
It takes more than desire and hard work to win a gold medal or make millions in real estate. The Guys break down the Winter Olympics to glean powerful performance principles from some of the worlds best athletes. How do real estate investors apply these important lessons in order to achieve their fullest potential? Join Robert, Russ and the Godfather and find out!
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Commercial Property Update - Woes, Recovery&Opportunity
Whats happening in commercial real estate? The Guys look at trends in sales and cap rates in retail real estate, issues with maturing loans and their effect on multi-family properties, and the reality of tenant defaults in the commercial world. Plus, theres a discussion on the effect of the soft economy on office vacancy. Then the show concludes with a look where the opportunities are in todays every changing commercial market. Join host Robert Helms, co-host Russell Gray and the 'Godfather...
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Hollywood Confidential - Selling to the Stars and...
Realtor to the stars Sharona Alperin joins the Guy to talk high end real estate, getting rich in a niche and how to work effectively with high profile, high net worth people. Plus the Guys reveal where you can meet some "real estate rock stars"!
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Renegade Strategies for a Changing Economy: When Your...
TEAM of Experts and Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms Tyler Cohee, Trustee Verification Specialist On this week's show we'll discuss The Ethics Surrounding Loan Agreements When to Consider a Strategic Default Trustee Verification Delays How to Reduce Your Principal When the Lender Says No Various Methods to Prolong Foreclosure Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks!...
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Underwater or Under Motivated? Options to Rescue Your...
TEAM of Experts & Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms David Lies, Home Rescue Financial Services On this week's show we'll discuss: The Current State of the Art in Loan Modifications Common Misconceptions and Misunderstandings Who is an Ideal Candidate for a Workout or Modification? Understanding the 4 steps of the HAMP Waterfall The Two Things Lenders Require Before Modifying a Loan Please let us know what...
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Practical Tax Tips and Insight with CPA Tom Wheelwright
TEAM of Experts& Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell GrayThe "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob HelmsCertified Public Accountant Tom Wheelwright On this week's show we'll discuss: Taxes as a Tool for Wealth CreationCommon Tax Mistakes Investors MakeSome Reasons You Might Not Choose a 1031 Tax-Deferred ExchangeHow to Find a Competent Tax ProfessionalChanges in Tax Law for 2010 That RE Investors Need to Know About Please let us know what you think by writing a...
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Organizing your Real Estate Investing Business
TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray Broker, Developer, Master Exchangor and Note Specialist Wayne Palmer On this week's show we'll discuss: Why "No Money" Doesn't Have to "No Deal" Turning Under Utilized Assets into Down Payments Understanding the Difference Between Dollars and Benefits How to "Create" Your Way Out of Debt Technology Solutions for Real Estate Investors The Amazing Power of Real Estate Notes and Other Paper Please...
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Ask The Guys: Listener Questions for the New Year
TEAM of Experts & Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms On this week's show we'll discuss: Creative Financing and Finding Professionals that Understand The Risks of Investing in Mexico Close-To-Home Opportunities Created by the Changing Market The Pros & Cons of Vacation Property as an Investment What to Do When the Experts Disagree
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Happy New Year with Dr. Gary Eldred, What Does 2010 Hold?
TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray Author and Investor Gary Eldred, Ph. D On this week's show we'll discuss: Comparing the Three Primary Sources of Retirement Income Some Insight Into Dubai and Other Global Markets The Good News About Bad Credit A Strategy Worthy of Your Consideration Positioning Yourself in the New Economy Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks!This podcast is brought...
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A Glimpse Into a New Year with Ken McElroy and Kim...
TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray Author, Developer and Investor Ken McElroy Rich Woman Kim Kiyosaki On this week's show we'll discuss: The Outlook for Real Estate in 2010 Some Challenges as well as Areas of Opportunity Prediction: The Next Market Segment to Tank Prediction: The Next Economic Growth Wave Your Best Tools for the New Year Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks! This...
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Using Creativity to Get Deals Done with Wayne Palmer
TEAM of Experts and Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray Broker, Developer, Master Exchangor and Note Specialist Wayne Palmer On this week's show we'll discuss: Why "No Money" Doesn't Have to "No Deal" Turning Under Utilized Assets into Down Payments Understanding the Difference Between Dollars and Benefits How to "Create" Your Way Out of Debt Technology Solutions for Real Estate Investors The Amazing Power of Real Estate Notes and Other Paper Please...
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Ask The Guys, What's on Your Mind?
TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host Robert Helms Co Host and Financial Strategist Russell Gray The Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms On this weeks show well discuss: Buying Investment Property Long Distance The Importance of Developing Your Personal Investment Philosophy The Three ways People Learn Choices When You Cant Afford to Keep an Investment Property Opinions on the Southern California Market Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page Thanks
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The Home Stretch, Year End Legal Strategies with Garrett...
TEAM of Experts and Guests Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms Attorney and Author Garrett Sutton On this week's show we'll discuss: Asset Protection Strategies for Real Estate Investors Important Changes in Estate Tax Law Comparison of States When Forming an Entity Other Considerations for Year End Planning Looking Forward to a Prosperous 2010 Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page....
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Coming Up Short, The Realities of Selling Your Property...
TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms On this week's show we'll discuss: When to Consider a Short Sale When Selling a Property Your Lender’s Motivation and the Likely Timeline Choosing Your Short Sale Team Deficiency, Debt Forgiveness and the 1099-C What to Watch Out For in Today's Climate Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page. Thanks!
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Where to Invest, Market Analysis in the New Economy
TEAM of Experts and Guests: Your Host, Robert Helms Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms On this week's show we'll discuss: Market Considerations After the Mortgage Meltdown The Five Primary Indicators when Analyzing a Market Using Today's Technology to Gain an Advantage When the "Loan Tail" Can Wag the "Property Dog" Why "Kicking the Dirt" is More Important Than Ever Please let us know what you think by writing a review on our iTunes page....
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Is Gold All that Glitters? Exploring the Relationship...
Behind the golden microphones this week: - Host, Robert Helms - Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray - The Godfather of Real Estate Bob Helms - Special Guest, Rich Dad Gold Advisor Mike MaloneyOn this weeks show The Real Estate Guys discuss: - Gold just hit a record high! What does that mean? - Fiat currency and its affect on your wealth - The relationship between gold and real estate - are there patterns you can profit from? - The growth in the supply of base money and what it...
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What the HECM, The Realities and Risks of Reverse...
TEAM of Experts and Guests - Your Host, Robert Helms - Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray - The Godfather of Real Estate, Bob Helms - Certified Mortgage Planner Mark Coach Soto On this week's show we'll discuss: - Who Should Consider a Reverse Mortgage and Who Qualifies - The Nuts and Bolts of a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage - Understanding FHA Insurance and Third Party Counseling - Common Misconceptions About Reverse Mortgages - Ways to Use the HECM as an Investment ToolPlease...
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When Partnerships Go Wrong, Lessons From the Trenches
TEAM of Experts and Guests - Your Host, Robert Helms - Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray - The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms - Attorney Jeff Lerman On this week's show we'll discuss: - The Pros and Cons of Partnerships - How the Current Economy Has Affected Partner Deals - What Needs to Be In Your Written Agreement - Warning Signs You May Have the Wrong Partner - Communication: The Key to a Successful Joint Venture Please give us some feedback - write a review and rate...
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Halloween Horror Stories, Challenges, Solutions and...
TEAM of Experts and Guests - Your Host, Robert Helms- Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray- The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms On this week's show we'll discuss: - Real Life Lessons from the School of Hard Knocks- Tenants Don't Always Live Like You Do- The Downside to Allowing Pets in Your Property- When Is An Owner Not An Owner?- Maintaining the Proper Perspective When Things Go Wrong Please give us some feedback - write a review and rate us on our itunes page!
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Creative Exchanges, The Best Kept Secret in Real Estate...
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o Wayne Palmer, EMS (Equity Marketing Specialist) On this week's show we'll discuss: o The Sub-culture of the Professional Exchanger, Creative Exchanging Versus Traditional 1031 Exchanges,o Why the Right Environment is Crucial to Success and How to Find Ito A Crucial Factor to Making Money with Real Estateo The Single Best Investment You Can Make Right Now Please give us some feedback -...
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Who Moved My Cash, The New Rules of Real Estate Finance
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The "Godfather" of Real Estateo Bob Helms o Marty Sonke, Certified Equity Happens™ Mortgage Consultant On this week's show we'll discuss: o Loan Programs Available Today o The Ramifications of HVCC and MDIA o Self-Employed Borrowers, HELOCs and Cash-Out Refinances o The Replacement for Sub-Prime and Alt-A Options o Adjusting Your Expectations for Financing Realities Please give us some...
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A Birdseye View of Opportunities in Lodging and...
Today's Talking Points TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o The "Godfather" of Real Estateo Bob Helms o Ed Watkins, Editor, Lodging Hospitality Magazine On this week's show we'll discuss: o An Overview of the Resort Market Today o New Trends in the Hospitality Industry o Boutique vs. Lifestyle Hotels o The Outlook for Condo-Hotel and Fractional Product o Opportunities for the Investor in the Resort Space Please give us some...
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Ask The Real Estate Guys, Answers to Your Questions
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray oThe "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms On this week's show we'll discuss: o The End of the Recession! Yippee! Right?!? o Finding U.S. Markets with the Best Prospects for Appreciation o Availability of Financing in Today’s Market o Hold or Fold? When Should You Keep an Upsidedown Property? o The Price of Maintaining Your Credit Please give us some feedback - write a review and rate us on...
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Market Spotlight, Creating Cash Flow in Dallas, Texas
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray The "Godfather” of Real Estateo Bob Helms o Real Estate Investor and Broker David Campbell o Texas Developer & Attorney Hal Thorne On this week's show we'll discuss: o Understanding the Sustainable Drivers in Dallas o Why Dallas has “Generations of Jobs” o The Economic Engines that Drive the Market o Doing the Math: A Cash Flow Case Study o Finding the Sub-Markets That Make Sense Please give...
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Loan Modification Industry Update, The Plot Thickens...
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o The "Godfather” of Real Estate, Bob Helms o Martin Andelman, Author & Columnist On this week's show we'll discuss: o The Current State of Loan Modifications o California's Senate Bill 94 and Assembly Bill 764 o Lender Compliance with HAMP Guidelines o The Crisis Commission on Homeowner Representation o Is There Still Opportunity to Modify Your Loan? Please give us some feedback - write a...
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Invest Globally, Transact Locally, Professional Insights...
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o San Francisco Realtor Fanny Chu, CIPS, CRS,TRC o Miami Realtor Matey Veissi, CIPS, SRES, TRC On this week's show we'll discuss: o How Global Markets Can Fit Into your Real Estate Plan o Finding an International Property Specialist o Tools for Realtors to Embrace Overseas Markets o Considerations for Investors Looking to Diversify Globally o What's Happening in San Francisco, Miami (and the...
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Are We There Yet? Signs That Point to Recovery and What...
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o The "Godfather” of Real Estate, Bob Helms On this week's show we'll discuss: o The Latest Real Estate Headlines Across Markets and Sectors o Going Beyond Headlines and Online Resources o Are You Ready for the Recovery? Really? o Keeping an Eye on Investor Behavior o Taking Advantage of a Buyer's Market Without Cash or Credit Please give us some feedback - write a review and rate us on our...
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Americas Real Estate Expo, Live from the Dominican...
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o Larissa Ortiz, Certified International Property Specialist o Lawrence Citarelli, Cristal Beach Resort o Luis Miranda, BoomersAbroad.com o Carl Williams, Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors, Iowa City o Thomas Avila, Broker/Owner of Milenio RE Group, Rhode Island o Caroline Allison, Viscape o Aida Turbow, GRI,TRC,CIPS, CDEi o Dawn Miller, Rose & Womble Realty, Virginia Beach On this week's show we"ll...
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Real Estate Development, Profits From the Ground Up with...
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o General Contractor and Real Estate Broker Ross McCallister On this week's show we'll discuss: o Stories and Lessons from the Real World of Development o Site Selection, Property Profile, Unit Mix and other Variables o Why a Developer Needs a Long Term Perspective o The Two Things That Drive Value o Opportunities That Today's Market Provides Please give us some feedback - write a review and...
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The Real Key to Wealth in Real Estate with Ken McElroy
TEAM of Experts and Guests Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o Best Selling Author and Property Manager Ken McElroy On this week's show we'll discuss: o Finding Opportunity in the Multi-Family Market o Making the Jump from Manager to Owner o Creative Ideas to Increase Revenue and Value o Which Tenant Checks are Critical o Where the Real Money is Lost in Rental Property Please give us some feedback - write a review and rate us on our itunes page!
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Real Estate Realities, Lessons Learned Along the Way...
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o Kim Kiyosaki, Investor & International Best-Selling Author On this week's show we'll discuss: o The One Thing More Important Than the Deal o Why You Shouldn't Always Play It Close to the Vest o A Great Way to Get Better Deals Across Your Desk o Learning Patience in Real Estate Investing o The Real Cost of Cheap Please give us some feedback - write a review and rate us on our itunes page!
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The Entitlement Process, Creating Value Through Knowledge
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o W. Scott Schirmer, Real Estate Developer On this week's show we'll discuss: o The Three Secrets of Entitlement o Due Diligence Necessities o The Best Way to Gain the Knowledge You Need o Finding Out What Builders and Developers Want o Effective Methods for Dealing with NIMBYs Please give us some feedback - write a review and rate us on our itunes page!
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Practicing Real Estate Worldwide, The Certified...
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o The "Godfather" of Real Estate, Bob Helms o Elena Carrillo, National Association of Realtors On this week's show we'll discuss: o Finding and Using a Real Estate Professional Internationally o Understanding Similarities and Differences in How RE is Transacted o How NAR Helps to Facilitate Property Rights Globally o Adding Members to your International Team o Why Realtors Should Consider...
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The Power of the Pen, Using Private Notes to Get the...
TEAM of Experts and Guests o Your Host, Robert Helms o Co-Host and Financial Strategist, Russell Gray o Wayne Palmer, Certified Real Estate Note Appraiser On this week's show we'll discuss: o The "Paper" Side of Real Estate o Making the Deal Happen When Financing Dries Up o How to View Owner Equity as Possible Financing o The Flexibility Advantage of Private Notes o Creating Current Wealth out of Real Estate Equity Please give us some feedback - write a review and rate us on our itunes page!...
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