One small insurance claim can cause your landlord premiums to skyrocket or even get your policy dropped. But the good news is, you can prevent it.

In this episode of Strategy Saturday, Charles Carillo shares 7 proven tips that help landlords lower insurance costs, avoid costly claims, and protect their rental properties. From dryer vent fire prevention to water heater replacement strategies and the importance of requiring renter’s insurance, these practical steps will save you money and keep your properties safe.

If you’re a landlord or real estate investor looking to cut expenses while minimizing risk, these insights will show you exactly how to protect your rentals and stop overpaying for insurance.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why even one small claim can raise premiums for 3–5 years

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In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, Charles Carillo interviews Jay Biggins, a seasoned investor with over 25 years of experience in value-add affordable housing strategy and LIHTC multifamily investing.

You’ll hear how Jay built his business without syndication, scaled from small C-class properties to a large portfolio across multiple states, and why he prefers self-management over third-party property management.

Topics Covered:

Building a multifamily portfolio without syndication

Moving from C-class to LIHTC affordable housing

Why self-management can beat third-party property management

Finding hidden value-add opportunities in deals

The “Four Cs” formula for higher cash flow

Managing properties across multiple states

Avoiding common multifamily investing mistakes

Using over-delivery to boost occupancy and renewals

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Buying a property with unpermitted work can be a costly mistake but it can also be an opportunity if you know how to handle it. In this episode, we break down how to find open permits on a property, the cost to legalize unpermitted renovations, and how to protect your investment.

You’ll learn the real estate permitting process for investors, the biggest unpermitted construction risks buyers should know, and how to check if renovations are properly permitted. Whether you’re buying a house with unpermitted work or facing home renovations without permits, this guide will help you avoid costly errors.

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Cory Harelson went from pulling 80-hour weeks as a structural engineer to building a cash-flowing portfolio of mobile home parks. In this episode, he breaks down how he made the leap, found his first deal on Craigslist, and built a team to scale nationwide. You’ll learn why mobile home parks are a powerful value-add asset class, how to source off-market deals, and why this niche is still overlooked by most investors.

You’ll learn:

How to analyze and buy your first mobile home park

What makes a deal I.D.E.A.L.

Why lot sizes and sewer lines can make or break a deal

How to automate management with resident managers

Tips for transitioning from full-time job to full-time investor

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Thinking of using the BRRRR method to build your real estate portfolio?

In this Strategy Saturday episode, Charles Carillo breaks down the biggest mistakes investors make when using the BRRRR strategy — from underestimating rehab costs to refinancing disasters and overleveraging. If you’re a new or growing real estate investor, this episode will help you avoid costly pitfalls.

Topics Covered:

Why BRRRR strategies fail for beginners

How hard money loans can backfire

The dangers of market timing during refinancing

What overleveraging really does to cash flow

Why BRRRR is best left to experienced investors

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In this episode, Charles Carillo interviews Joe Downs, co-founder of Belrose Group, about his journey from financial advisor to owning over 20 self-storage facilities.

Joe shares how he went from losing it all in a failed bar venture to building a successful storage investment company. We cover:

The power of self-storage as a value-add investment

The difference between Pro Storage and Small Bay Flex

Why 80% of storage is still owned by mom-and-pops and what that means for investors

How to find off-market deals and use SBA loans

Tips for beginners looking to enter the self-storage industry in 2025

Learn how Joe raised over $90M in commercial real estate syndications and now helps others break into this niche space.

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Is your tenant falling behind on rent — again? One missed payment turns into three, and suddenly you're stuck with a non-paying tenant, lost income, and a costly eviction.

In this episode, Charles Carillo breaks down the exact steps he uses to reduce rent delinquencies fast. From smarter tenant screening to payment systems and eviction strategies, this guide is designed to protect your rental income and preserve your NOI.

Perfect for landlords, real estate investors, and property managers looking to streamline operations and avoid financial traps.

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Topics covered:

How to stop rent delinquencies

Tenant screening requirements that work

Why payment plans often fail

When to offer cash for keys

How to track turnover costs and eviction timelines

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Can you build true passive income without owning rental property?

In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, Charles Carillo sits down with Jamie Bateman — Army veteran, ex-DOD civilian, and founder of Labrador Lending — to unpack the business of mortgage note investing.

Jamie shares how he transitioned from a W2 career to a portfolio of first-lien, re-performing mortgage notes in the Midwest and Southeast. He breaks down his buy box, deal sourcing strategy, due diligence (the 3 Ps), and the truth behind the “passive income” promise.

Whether you’re brand new or scaling your note business, this episode delivers actionable insights.

What You’ll Learn:

What is mortgage note investing and how does it work?

The difference between performing, re-performing, and non-performing notes

Why legal structures (judicial vs non-judicial states) impact strategy

How to properly evaluate a note using the 3 Ps: Property, Payer, and Paper

Common mistakes to avoid before buying your first note

How to build relationships that bring deal flow

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In this Strategy Saturday episode, Charles Carillo reveals how to analyze rental demand like a professional real estate investor—before you ever buy a property. This deep dive covers everything you need to understand your local rental market: population growth, job trends, affordability gaps, income levels, vacancy rates, supply absorption, and long-term crime trends.

Charles also explains how to properly compare rental comps, validate demand through test listings, and get honest rent feedback from local property managers. If you want to underwrite properties with accuracy, minimize vacancy, and avoid costly rental mistakes, this episode gives you the framework to stop guessing and start investing with confidence.

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In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, Charles Carillo interviews Dave Codrea, the co-founder of Greenleaf Capital. With over 20 years of real estate experience, Dave shares how he transformed underutilized properties—particularly vacant call centers and suburban office buildings—into high-performing assets across the Southeast.

They dive into topics like adaptive reuse, tenant demand, the pitfalls of office-to-residential conversions, and why local banks and strict buy boxes are essential for long-term success. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just exploring commercial real estate, this episode delivers deep insights from a proven operator.

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