Investing in Real Estate with Clayton Morris | Investing for Beginners

If you really want to live financially free, the best thing you can do is to start developing multiple streams of income. There are many ways to go about this. You could start a business, set up a side hustle, or my personal favorite, invest in rental properties. Rental properties are an incredible passive income strategy because of this: real estate investing offers not one, but FOUR streams of income. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you're going to learn how to make four streams of income with one investment.

What does a young (or new) investor need to know about getting started in real estate investing? What are the best resources to build your financial intelligence? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! On this encore Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions. We'll cover topics like getting started investing with no money, how to invest with your life insurance policy, and how to invest in the US from Canada.a

As rates continue to drop, more and more homebuyers are trying to enter the housing market. And there’s nothing inherently wrong with buying a home to live in, but there is one thing a lot of homebuyers seem to overlook: a primary residence is not a performing asset. Today, we're going to have an important conversation on performing assets -- and where buying a home fits into the equation. You'll learn about assets, liabilities, and why you may want to put off buying a primary residence for now. I'm also sharing a few ways to convert your home into a performing asset. Don't miss this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

Today's first caller has $10k in reserves. What's the best way to get started investing with that amount of capital? On today's show, I'm answering this question, and more! This encore episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on getting started investing with $10k, how to stay focused when your goal is to build wealth, and how to nurture your portfolio by weeding out underperforming assets.

With multiple US regional banks failing in the last two years, and more on the horizon, it’s important to understand how this happened. On today's show, we're going to talk about the context surrounding bank collapses. Most importantly, you'll learn how to protect yourself from more impending bank collapses in 2025 and beyond.

Is it possible to get a home equity line of credit on a rental property? If so, what's the best way to find and utilize a HELOC? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A episode! This encore episode of Investing in Real Estate features three listener questions on topics like finding a HELOC, how to start investing with bad credit, and how to learn more about using VA financing to buy rental properties. As always, I appreciate your questions and I hope you find my answers helpful on your investing journey.

Over the last several years, more and more homeowners have become interested in paying off debt, including their home mortgage. This is one of my favorite topics to discuss, and in this video, I'm sharing everything I know. You’re going to learn about different strategies you can use, which one is the most effective if you’re serious about making progress, and what you should consider before you start paying down your loan.

Can investing in assisted living properties be profitable? And if so, what are some things to consider before buying senior housing? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This encore episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on investing in assisted living properties, using private money to buy new construction rental properties, and how to pair a self-directed IRA with a non-recourse loan.

Many people have an idealized vision of retirement – just like you see on the commercials. You’ve been sold a lie of the American Dream, the 401k, and a cushy retirement by the beach. But this is not the reality of what retirement looks like for most Americans. On today's show, we're going to discuss the current state of retirement in the United States. We're going to talk about 401ks plans, inflation, and what you need to do if you want to retire comfortably. Click play to learn the truth agbout the retirement crisis!

Using retirement funds to buy real estate is a popular way to invest. Can you use annuity funds to buy rental properties? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore Q&A episode! On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm taking three of your intelligent real estate questions. We're going to talk about buying real estate with annuity funds, fitting refinancing rental properties into a long-term strategy, and the logistics of investing in real estate notes from overseas. Press play to hear my answers to your questions!

It’s happening right before our eyes; America is becoming a renter nation. Gone are the days of the American Dream with the white picket fence. Buying a house has become out of reach for many Americans. On this episode, we're going to discuss what's going on with the housing market, why so many people are turning to renting, and what this means for real estate investors.

As you might know, business banking has different standards than personal lending. Today's first caller asked, "what's the best way to get funding within an LLC? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore Q&A episode! Today's episode covers three of your great questions on getting funding in an LLC, buying turnkey rentals out of state, and using a VA loan to buy rental properties. Click play to hear my answers to your questions on this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

Americans’ credit scores have fallen for the first time in a decade. As always, the mainstream media is putting a positive spin on this – saying the economy is strong, or that these trends aren’t severe enough to signal financial distress. The truth is, this credit situation is destroying Americans' financial well-being. On today's show, you're going to hear the latest statistics on credit scores and mounting consumer debt. We're going to talk about the sharp divide between savings and credit card debt, why high inflation and high interest rates are a deadly combo, and much more.

Today's first caller wants to set up a self-directed IRA to buy real estate. What's the difference between Roth and traditional IRAs? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A edition of Investing in Real Estate! On this encore episode, I'm answering your great questions on types of IRAs for investors, the best way to utilize $35k in cash, and strategies for buying new assets without taking on additional mortgages. Tune into this episode to hear my answers to your best investing questions!

The US dollar as we know it, is about to change forever. There are many ways in which the dollar is losing its value, strength, and dominance as the world's principal reserve currency. And all these factors are combining to make way for a digital currency. On today's show, we're going to discuss the future of a central bank digital currency, why it poses a threat to the dollar, and what you should expect moving forward. Click play to learn more about CBDCs!

Today's first caller asked a popular question. If you're looking to move out of your primary residence, is it a good idea to rent it out? Or is it better to cut ties completely and sell the property? On this Q&A episode, I'm giving my take on this common dilemma! This episode feature three of your great real estate questions. We're going to cover topics like renting out your primary home, using gold and silver to buy real estate, and what to consider about buying real estate in this economy.

Half of US homeowners and renters reported regularly struggling to make their housing payments, according to a recent Redfin survey. The cost of living over the past couple years is hurting Americans, and housing is a big factor in this equation. On today's show, we're going to discuss what's behind America's housing crisis. You're going to learn about building trends, interest rates, and possible solutions to America's affordable housing crisis. We're also going to discuss why build-to-rent housing covers an important need in the market, and what investors can do to help keep housing costs down.

What's the best way to get funding for your real estate portfolio? Specifically, after you've reached the 10-mortgage limit with traditional banks, what other avenues exist for funding? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions on how to get money for real estate, ways to invest a smaller amount of money, and how much you should save for reserves on a rental property. Click play to hear my answers to your best investing questions!

According to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, credit card delinquencies reached 8.5% in the fourth quarter of 2023 – that’s up from 5.87% in 2022, and 4.1% in 2021. Within a span of two years, credit card delinquencies have more than doubled. We’re hearing again and again from the current administration the US economy is healthy – yet so many Americans are relying on credit cards, carrying expensive debt that they are ultimately unable to pay back. The total amount of credit card debt in the US has surpassed $1.13 trillion, which on its own is troubling, but the state of delinquencies shows the true financial ruin we’re seeing unfold across the country. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to discuss the implications of this mounting consumer debt.

If you have a rental property but you don't live nearby, what's the best way to manage things on site? Is it a good idea to hire a property management company? On today's show, I'm answering this—plus two more of your voicemails! This encore Q&A episode features three of your real estate questions on property management, LLCs, and buying a mobile home. I'm sharing my best tips and experience, and offering resources you can use on your unique real estate journey.