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You never really know unless you hear two sides of the story. Picking up from last episode’s ten reasons why to invest in notes, Chris Seveney, together with Jamie Bateman of Labrador Lending, LLC, plays the devil’s advocate by discussing the top ten reasons why not to invest in notes today. They tap into the many moving parts you need to keep an eye on in this industry and show when and why note investing might just not be for you. Just with the benefits of going into the notes business, there are a few things you need to be wary about. Find out whether this industry fits your boat and how you can better prepare to rise through the uncertainties of it all.

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Why should you consider investing in mortgage notes? It may not be the typical route somebody takes when they go to real estate, but it does have a number of unique qualities that might just leave you considering. Control, opportunity, scalability: these are just some of the amazing perks of being in this relatively less known side of the business. Join Chris Seveney and James Bateman as they count down the top ten reasons why mortgage notes are something you should seriously look into. They explain each of these reasons and throw in some examples and case studies that illustrate just how neat this niche is. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned investor, this episode is something you wouldn’t want to slip through! For this episode’s Notes and Bolts: Mindset. 

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Many of us go into real estate passively investing. Doing it on the side, we make investments and have it all handled and taken care of. However, things tend to become interesting, and we decide to dive deeper and eventually move into the active side. Vince Karlen, real estate investor and founder of BreezeBlock Capital LLC, is well familiar with this story. In this episode, he joins Jamie Bateman to share with us his background and what made him move from passive to active. He also talks about fix-n-flip notes versus owner-occupied notes and the pros and cons of short-term rehab loans. Taking us to how he is now, he shares his Baltimore portfolio, how he is making the most of 2020, and what he is looking forward to in the future. Stay tuned into this conversation and learn a thing or two or more about taking your real estate investing from the sidelines to the front line.

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Together with the many opportunities note investing provides are the downsides that, when left unnoticed, can tip its balance and send you to a bad path. While the pros always outweigh the cons, it is nevertheless important to get yourself familiar with the pitfalls in this industry. Chris Seveney and Jamie Bateman take us in this conversation to the dark side of note investing. They break down the types of people you need to be aware of—from the joker brokers to the sellers who do not fulfill their obligations—as well as the training programs that recycle content and make false promises. Helping you overcome these, Chris and Jamie then leave some useful advice for your note investing journey. Dive into this episode to learn how you can navigate the dark side of note investing.

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Title insurance is an important part of protecting your real estate investments. Jamie Bateman talks with his long-time friend and Vice President of Real Estate Settlements & Escrow, Kelly Burke. Kelly talks about how she got into the title space, her early experience working with notes and managing her own company. She shares insights on the state of the title insurance industry today and how she thinks technology can help the industry improve. This episode is a must-listen for note investors and real estate personnel.

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Note investing can be a challenging space to invest in. Note space needs a lot of work and intuition if you want to turn a profit. Chris Seveney and Jamie Bateman are joined by the CEO of NNG, Fuquan Bilal. They talk about how Fuquan got his start in the note investing space and what prompted him to get into real estate notes. Fuquan also talks about the challenges and opportunities in note investing today. 

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If you’re thinking about getting into note investing or you’re currently reading about it, Jamie Bateman and Chris Seveney happen to have incredible insights about it. In this discussion, they answer some of the most common questions from their Notes And Bolts Facebook group. Jamie and Chris both talk about some important elements to consider when you’re in the note business such as having a good attorney, how much money you’re willing to spend and all about buying loans past maturity date. Get into these stuff and more as they share their insights on how to get successful at it and how one can grow their money through this type of business. 

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Do you know when to get an attorney involved when dealing with a non-performing mortgage loan or notes? These things can get really tricky, especially if it involves a lot of money. With the guidance and expertise of a trustable attorney, your bank loans will stay safe and sound, which is why Chris Seveney and Jamie Bateman are here to talk about all things notes. Join them as they tackle some case studies all about loan problems. Learn when to use a demand letter, when to write a hello letter, or when to ask for a forbearance plan, and many more. 

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With proper documentation, work process, and guidance, you’ll learn what to do and what not to do within your first three months in note investing. Jamie Bateman and Chris Seveney are joined by their special guest Steven Burke with his notes company Phoenix Notes. This is a follow-up to an episode they did a couple of months ago. Join in the conversation and get a glimpse of Steven’s experiences with different servicers like Paperstac and Madison. Discover how you should oversee the whole process because nothing is foolproof. You’ll also get to learn why Steven prefers to go the nonperforming route. 

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There are so many strategies out there that can help you achieve your investing goals. But when you look deeper, what all of these things come down to are a few fundamentals. For those who want to try their hand in investing in a note fund, Chris Seveney and Jamie Bateman have you covered. In this episode, they break down the top five things to look for when investing in a note fund. They talk about the important people you need, the characteristics these funds should have, the economic conditions you must be aware of, and the must-try strategies to implement. They also provide bonus tips and tricks that could come in handy in your toolbelt, helping you dot your I’s and cross your T’s and leave no stones unturned in that note fund.

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