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We all have deals that start out as headaches but end as big wins. Here's the story of one of ours! In this deal case study, you'll learn how we turned a duplex riddled with tenants issues into a highly profitable investment. Mike shares how we dealt with challenge after challenge, strategically added value to the property, and increased cash flow.

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Debt, fads, and title problems are just some of the pitfalls to avoid this year. In this episode, we dive into the challenges of managing debt stacks across properties, identifying buyer red flags, navigating title issues and risky deals.

Learn how to position your business to thrive in an unpredictable 2025 market!

Topics discussed:

Dealing with tricky title problems (0:59)

DSCR loan rates and debt stack (5:14)

Real estate predictions and how we’re moving forward (11:29)

Boutique hotels and co-living investment models (15:04)

Buying property with liens and seller issues (23:02)

Navigating buyer red flags (33:08)

Learn more about the Collecting Keys SCALE Community! https://collectingkeys.com/scale/

Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
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6,000-square-foot property in an A-Class neighborhood. Two outbuildings. One mother-in-law suite. Sounds like a dream property, right? But wholesaling this A-Class property came with its challenges. In this episode, Dan shares how we narrowed down our buyer pool and navigated tricky negotiations to close the deal. Tune in to find out how we closed a win-win deal and walked away with a sweet wholesale fee!

Learn more about the Collecting Keys SCALE Community! https://collectingkeys.com/scale/

Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
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Sellers are distressed, but you’re positioned to win. In this episode, we explore the biggest economic issues affecting homeowners and how it might impact your real estate business. Find out what’s changing in the market, strategies to keep your business thriving, and how to find opportunities in 2025.

Plus, hear important insights on handling sellers who back out and using your brand to get more deals. Tune in now for this week’s real estate news and business updates!

Topics discussed:

Winter weather property management (2:26)

Rising mortgage and insurance rates (4:56)

The ripple effect of seller distress (8:56)

How to adapt to economic shifts in 2025 (12:02)

Our favorite strategy for getting more deals (13:29)

What to do when a seller wants to back out (16:32)

Growing your brand (22:26)

Lessons from this week in real estate (28:10)

Learn more about the Collecting Keys SCALE Community! https://collectingkeys.com/scale/

Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
https://instantinvestor.collectingkeys.com/invest-anywhere

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Make 2025 your most successful year in real estate yet. Using the five tips shared in this episode, you’ll be able to build a more reliable lead generation system, strengthen your network, and make more money in the new year. Tune in for actionable strategies to help you manage your portfolio and reach your 2025 real estate goals!

Learn more about the Collecting Keys SCALE Community! https://collectingkeys.com/scale/

Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
https://instantinvestor.collectingkeys.com/invest-anywhere

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The numbers don’t lie, but the lessons they teach might surprise you! This 2024 wrap-up episode dives into our key KPIs, including cost per deal and cost per lead, and what these metrics tell us about our business. We share which marketing methods have been the most effective, key lessons from challenges and big wins that refined our approach, and what changes we’re making in 2025. Tune in to hear what this year taught us about profitability, scaling a real estate business, and making money in the current market!

Topics discussed:

2024 KPIs: cost per deal and cost per lead (2:10)

Our best marketing channel and 2025 marketing strategies (4:26)

Challenges scaling locally vs. nationally (11:21)

What’s the best investment in 2025: wholesales or flips? (13:41)

Biggest lessons learned in 2024 (14:30)

Where to spend your time when scaling a real estate business (24:53)

Our favorite deals of the year (26:31)

2025 plans and goals (33:14)

Learn more about the Collecting Keys SCALE Community! https://collectingkeys.com/scale/

Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
https://instantinvestor.collectingkeys.com/invest-anywhere

Follow us on Instagram!

https://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/

https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/

https://www.instagram.com/dylan_does_deals

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How do you avoid a bidding war? In this week’s deal case study, find out how teaming up with the competition turned a seller's game into a win for both sides. Mike explains their strategy step-by-step, from outsmarting the seller’s tactics to closing the deal and splitting the profits. Tune in for the full story of this fixer upper, off-market deal!

Learn more about the Collecting Keys SCALE Community! https://collectingkeys.com/scale/

Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
https://instantinvestor.collectingkeys.com/invest-anywhere

Follow us on Instagram!

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If you’re itching to leave your W2 job or scale your real estate business, this episode is packed with insights from true real estate investors. Host Mike DeHaan shares success stories from SCALE members who leveraged their networks, closed big deals, and left high-paying jobs to dive all in to real estate. Tune in to hear how real estate entrepreneurs are achieving financial freedom!

Learn more about the Collecting Keys SCALE Community! https://collectingkeys.com/scale/

Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
https://instantinvestor.collectingkeys.com/invest-anywhere

Follow us on Instagram!

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https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/

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Even rural properties can turn into big profits with the right buyer. In this episode, Mike breaks down a wholesale deal for an abandoned property that gave a whole new meaning to “distressed.” With its many challenges, including just a single walkthrough and absentee seller, our team called this property the worst they’ve ever seen. Learn how we found the perfect buyer, minimized our risk, and turned this rundown property into a $12,500 assignment fee!

Learn more about the Collecting Keys SCALE Community! https://collectingkeys.com/scale/

Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
https://instantinvestor.collectingkeys.com/invest-anywhere

Follow us on Instagram!

https://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/

https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/

https://www.instagram.com/dylan_does_deals

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

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With inflation soaring, how do we keep up? From property taxes to surging insurance premiums, rising costs are hitting homeowners and investors harder than ever. This episode unpacks the ripple effects of inflation on real estate, the challenges of maintaining wealth, and why even those with money are feeling the squeeze.

We discuss the bigger picture of the rising cost of ownership, wealth inequality, and whether holding onto properties long-term still makes sense in today’s market. Listen for insights on how to weather economic cycles and protect your wealth!

Topics discussed:

What public reaction to Luigi Mangione says about healthcare systems (2:33)

Wealth inequality and the challenges of building true wealth (8:59)

The economic cycle of profit-driven markets and inflation (12:01)

How economic issues are impacting property owners (15:35)

Taxes, social security and government spending (19:56)

Should you hold onto properties long-term? (24:11)

Economic predictions and investing in today’s market (28:15)

Learn more about the Collecting Keys SCALE Community! https://collectingkeys.com/scale/

Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
https://instantinvestor.collectingkeys.com/invest-anywhere

Follow us on Instagram!

https://www.instagram.com/collectingkeyspodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/mike_invests/

https://www.instagram.com/investormandan/

https://www.instagram.com/dylan_does_deals

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com