Good morning, afternoon, and evening, Corpus Christi investors! Scott Carson here, absolutely stoked to bring you an episode that's hotter than a South Texas summer day! We're diving deep into the Corpus Christi real estate market with the one, the only, Diane Walker – a rockstar South Texas realtor with an upbeat, beach-inspired approach and a serious knack for knowing her "shiznit." From Flower Bluff to Rockport, Fulton, and beyond, Diane’s got the pulse on everything from wood rot to waterfront deals!

If you're looking to buy, sell, or invest on the Texas Riviera, you need to hear this. We're talking real challenges, real opportunities, and real talk about what it takes to win in this unique coastal market. (And yes, we discuss salamanders. They eat the bigger bugs, so we're good!)

Here’s what you’ll uncover in this deep dive:

• Coastal Market Nuances & Maintenance: Get the lowdown on the specific challenges of waterfront living – think extra paint, termites, and foundation checks – but also the priceless upside of fishing from your backyard and 11 months of golf!
• Cracking the Distressed Property Code: Learn Diane's proactive "how can I help?" strategy for engaging FSBOs, expired listings, and foreclosures, turning potential headaches into investor gold.
• Untapped Growth Zones & Hidden Gems: Discover where the action's heating up, from Aransas Pass's refinery-fueled growth to Portland's cruise ship potential and Kingsville's university-driven rental market – all offering serious bang for your buck.
• Creative Deals & Market Realities: Understand why price, staging, and creative financing (like rate buy-downs) are crucial in a higher-inventory market, and how "as-is" properties still need "meat on the bone" for investors.
• The Power of Proactive Marketing: Diane spills the beans on her daily grind of 25-35 calls and targeted Facebook ads that keep her pipeline full, proving that in this market, you gotta market like you know your shiznit!

Diane doesn't just sell houses; she connects opportunities, navigates challenges, and helps investors find their niche – even if it means helping them avoid those "mini mansion" temptations in Alice. This isn't just about property; it's about making smart moves in a market ripe with potential. So, if you want to find your next investment home, your forever home, or that perfect waterfront pad, grab your breakfast tacos and margaritas, and tune in!

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About Diane: Diane Walker is a South Texas Realtor and team leader with Epique Realty, known for her upbeat, beach-inspired approach to real estate. As the driving force behind her coastal-themed group, she combines creative marketing, deep local expertise, and genuine connection to help clients buy and sell with confidence. Diane’s energy, professionalism, and passion for people have made her a trusted name in the community—both for her clients and for the agents she mentors to grow their own success.

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Good morning, afternoon, and evening, everyone! The news is buzzing with President Trump's 50-year mortgage idea for housing affordability. While the media churns drama, we stick to numbers. And the numbers, ladies and gentlemen, never lie.

We dug into this mortgage innovation with calculators (and a little AI!). Is a 50-year mortgage a brilliant strategy for real estate investors and first-time homebuyers, or an endless interest trap? Forget media drama; let's talk facts about interest rates, equity growth, and smart real estate investment in today's housing market, especially for Texas real estate.

Here's what we uncovered in this episode:

• 50-Year Mortgage: Lower Payments, Broader Access. We dissect payment differences across 15, 30, 40, & 50-year terms. Saving over $266/month on a $386K mortgage (at 6.25%) significantly boosts your debt-to-income ratio, opening homeownership doors to more.
• Flexibility is King: Strategic Wealth Building. The longer term offers financial flexibility. Use monthly savings (not just for takeout!) to aggressively tackle high-interest debt, invest for higher returns, or build emergency funds. This gives you control, empowering strategic real estate investment choices.
• Equity Growth: Appreciation Outpaces Interest. Debunking the "too much interest" myth: real estate appreciation is the true wealth builder. A $400K home, appreciating at 4% annually, can hit $526K in 7 years. Your equity grows faster than extra interest, proving property values are key, not fear-mongering.
• Renting vs. Owning: Build Wealth or "Not Own Sh!t." The rent-vs-buy debate continues. Renting seems cheaper, but 20 years of rent means missing massive home equity and wealth accumulation. Your home is your investment office; don't delay entry while property values soar.
• Strategic Homeownership: Get In, Grow, Recast. Your first home isn't forever. The strategy: enter an affordable property with a longer mortgage (e.g., in Austin, Texas). As income/market grow, refinance or recast. This leverages average 7-8 year homeowner moves, maximizing market advantage & avoiding mortgage debt pitfalls.

This isn't endless payment; it's about getting in the game, building real estate wealth, and navigating life's curveballs. For real estate investors, homeowners, and anyone wanting informed decisions (math, not melodrama!), this episode is for you. Take action, buddy!

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Hold on to your hats, folks, because this episode of the podcast is about to drop some serious financial truth bombs! Scott Carson welcomes Adam Carroll, the Shred Method legend, to help you escape the "payment problem" and become the architect of your own life! If you're tired of the doom and gloom and ready to take the "red pill" to financial freedom, then tune in and prepare to be blown away!

Ready to ditch the "broke, busted, and disgusted" routine? Adam Carroll is here to share his game-changing Shred Method and help you transform your home from a liability into your greatest asset! Learn how to think differently, leverage your resources, and create a life of lean, liquid freedom!

• The Payment Problem: Discover the root cause of financial struggles and how to break free from the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck.
• Be the Architect: Learn how to design a life that works for you by taking calculated risks and building financial freedom.
• The Shred Method: Uncover the unique cashflow technique that optimizes your income and eliminates debt in record time. CHECK IT OUT HERE!
• Mortgage Recasting: Explore the power of recasting your mortgage to minimize your payment and unlock equity for future investments.
• Equity on Demand: Learn how to access the equity in your home like a two-way street, putting it to work for you while still maintaining control.

So, if you're ready to stop buying into the victim mentality and start engineering a life of financial freedom, then dive into this episode! It's time to unplug from the matrix and become the architect of your own destiny! Now, go out there, take some action, and we'll see you at the top!

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About Adam Carroll: Adam has decades of experience working with families and business owners who are interested in creating massive efficiencies when it comes to their income and wealth building capacity. With an unwavering commitment to helping people make the most of the money they make, while limiting risk, reducing tax liabilities, and increasing liquidity, Adam Carroll has spent 15 years helping people do more with the money they make. He is an internationally recognized financial literacy expert, author of three Amazon best-sellers, a two-time TED talk speaker with over 6 million views on YouTube and TED.com, and is the creator of the Broke, Busted & Disgusted documentary which aired on CNBC and is shown in hundreds of high schools and colleges across the country. He is the host of the Build A Bigger Life podcast, the curator of MasteryOfMoney.com and founder of The Shred Method™.

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Alright, folks, ditch those tired real estate strategies because we're diving headfirst into the murky waters of probate leads with the one and only Micah Nicholes of US Leads List! Prepare to have your mind blown as we uncover the hidden gems lurking in the pre-probate shadows. If you're tired of fighting the foreclosure frenzy and want a piece of the "death and real estate" pie, then buckle up, buttercup, because this episode is for you! This episode was so successful on our Note Closers Show podcast a few months back, that we wanted to make sure to share with our listeners in Corpus Christi about this niche real estate investing strategy!

In this episode, Michael Nicholson reveals how to snag those sweet probate deals BEFORE they hit the public records. You're gonna learn how to tap into that hidden market and grab properties for a song!

• Decoding Probate Leads: Michael breaks down what probate leads REALLY are, dispelling the myths and revealing the secret sauce.
• The Pre-Probate Edge: Ditch the public records scramble! Discover how to get ahead of the game by targeting leads before they even hit the probate process.
• Data Detective Skills: Uncover the methods for connecting the dots between death and real estate ownership, finding the properties ripe for the picking.
• Compassionate Investing: Learn how to navigate the emotional landscape of dealing with grieving families, providing a valuable service while snagging killer deals.
• Market Outlook & Follow-Up Magic: Get Michael's take on the real estate market and discover the critical importance of follow-up in the probate game.

So, if you're ready to trade those tired tactics for the tantalizing world of probate leads, then dive into this episode! It's time to get your hands dirty and start mining that real estate gold! Now, get out there, take some action, and we'll see you at the top!

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About Micah: Micah Nicholes is the owner and CEO of USLeadList. His company specializes in providing high quality pre-probate and inheritance leads for real estate marketing, and recently has expanded to include lists of commercial leads as well. Micah has been involved in real estate investing himself for the past decade, primarily where he lives, in the Southwest part of Wisconsin, though he has properties in other areas of the country as well. He is passionate about real estate and through his company he provides hands-on support to help other investors achieve success in the industry.

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Howdy, Investors! Scott Carson here, and I'm bringing you the lowdown on the Texas foreclosure landscape. It's November 4, 2025, which means it's Super Tuesday in the Lone Star State, and that means some incredible opportunities for all you real estate investors! In this BONUS episode, we're diving into the most up-to-date numbers of properties heading to auction across Texas's largest counties, so buckle up and get ready to scope out those deals!

Get ready for a county-by-county, quadrant-by-quadrant breakdown of both residential and commercial properties headed to auction in the largest markets of Texas. Plus, find out how to get a discount on the most comprehensive foreclosure data available.

Key Highlights:

• Statewide Foreclosure Overview: Scott provides the total number of properties slated to go to foreclosure auctions across all 220+ counties in Texas. Learn the total number of foreclosures in the state, and what they consist of.
• Residential Foreclosure Breakdown: A detailed county-by-county look at residential foreclosures, including Harris, Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, Montgomery, Bexar, Travis, Williamson, Bell, McLennan, Bee, Hidalgo, Cameron, Webb, Jefferson, Nueces, and San Patricio counties. Scott will break it down for you!
• Commercial Foreclosure Analysis: Scott shifts gears to the commercial side. He covers all five quadrants (North, South, East, West, and Central) of Texas. You will learn where the biggest commercial foreclosure opportunities are, and where the numbers are up or down this month.
• Data Sources: Scott shares how they pull foreclosure data from Roddy's Foreclosure List and foreclosure.info. He highlights the monthly reset and how to stay on top of changes. He also gives a discount for the monthly subscription.
• Roddy's Quadrants: Learn how Roddy's splits the list of foreclosures into different quadrants, and learn about the different data offered.

Alright, Investors, there you have it! The November 2025 Texas Foreclosure Update. You've got the data and the insights, now it's time to get out there and make some deals happen! Remember to check out 4closure.info for the most comprehensive foreclosure information and to use the code WECLOSENOTES for an exclusive discount. Until next month, happy investing and keep closing deals!

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In this episode, we explore the Texas foreclosure market and provide actionable strategies for real estate investors. With foreclosure activity on the rise, Texas offers significant opportunities, but navigating this market requires specific knowledge and resources.

I will explain how to find and capitalize on foreclosure deals in Texas. From securing funding to navigating the redemption process, understanding the nuances of Texas foreclosure law is essential.

Here's what we cover in this episode:

• Texas Foreclosure Overview: An analysis of the current foreclosure landscape in Texas, including the unique aspects of the foreclosure process.
• Key Resources for Investors: A detailed look at Roddy's List (4closure.info), a valuable tool for identifying foreclosure opportunities in Texas.
• Funding Strategies: Discuss the importance of having readily available funds for Texas foreclosure auctions.
• Market Analysis: A county-by-county breakdown of foreclosure activity, highlighting key markets and property availability.
• Additional Tools and Discounts: Learn how to leverage resources and tools, including a discount code for Roddy's List. Use the code WECLOSENOTES at checkout to save $20 bucks!

In summary, the Texas foreclosure market presents lucrative opportunities for investors equipped with the right knowledge and strategies. By leveraging the resources and insights shared in this episode, you can position yourself to capitalize on these opportunities and achieve your real estate investment goals. Stay tuned for more expert advice and strategies on navigating the world of real estate investing.

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Tired of begging banks for capital? Ready to tap into a hidden goldmine of private funding? This week, we're diving deep into the world of Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA) investors and revealing how you can easily connect with these motivated lenders. Discover the secrets to finding SDIRA investors, understanding their needs, and securing the capital you need to supercharge your real estate deals. You might just find it easier than making a good cup of kale sausage!

In this episode, you'll discover:

• SDIRA 101: What exactly is a Self-Directed IRA and why should every real estate investor care? We break down the basics, even if you thought all IRAs were created equal.
• County Record Hacks: Learn the surprisingly simple method of using county records to identify SDIRA investors in your local area, like a real estate investing treasure hunt.
• The Four Key Traits: Uncover the four things every SDIRA investor has in common (hint: they're all good news for you!), like knowing what a sausage even IS.
• Marketing Mastery: Craft a killer marketing campaign that speaks directly to SDIRA investors, turning postcards and letters into a flood of private capital.
• Texas-Sized Case Study: We'll walk you through a step-by-step guide to finding SDIRA investors in Texas, complete with website demos and expert tips.

Conclusion:

Stop dreaming about private capital and start raising it! Tune in to this action-packed episode and learn how to tap into the SDIRA goldmine today. Remember, these investors are looking for deals – and with our strategies, they'll be looking for YOU!

Resources Mentioned:

• netronline.com
• talkwithscottcarson.com
• Vistaprint or Postcardmania for your marketing materials.

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Alright, y'all, Scott Carson here, and I'm fired up! Let's talk about how to make 2026 your best year in Texas real estate. I'm gonna let you in on a little secret: the key to crushing it next year starts right now.

We've all been there – January rolls around, we make big promises, and then...poof! Life happens, and those goals fade faster than a Texas sunset. That's why I'm a huge believer in turning the end of this year (2025) into a 14-month year. By getting a head start now, you'll be miles ahead of the competition when January hits.

• LLC: Your Shield Against the Storm:
• Think of your LLC as your real estate superhero suit. It protects your personal assets from business liabilities, it's a must-have. Setting one up in Texas is easier than finding a Whataburger and way cheaper than the California alternative.
• Self-Directed IRA: Your Secret Weapon:
• Ready to unlock some serious financial mojo? A self-directed IRA gives you the freedom to invest in what you know, from notes to small balance options.
• REIA: Find Your Posse:
• Real estate is a team sport, folks. Local REIAs are where you meet fellow investors, share knowledge, and find deals.
• Build Your Dream Team:
• You're only as strong as your weakest link. Assemble a rock-solid team of local experts.
• Market Intel: Know What's Hot:
• Every Texas market is unique. What's working in Austin might not fly in Corpus Christi. Get on the ground, talk to people, and uncover the hidden opportunities.

So there you have it. Turn this year's Q4 into your secret weapon, and get ready to dominate the Texas real estate scene in 2026. Reach out at talkwithscottcarson.com, and let's make some magic happen!

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• Foreclosure on Three Properties: Learn how Scott went from newbie investor to facing foreclosure in record time. (Hint: it involves bad timing and even worse lending practices.)
• "The Smell of S**t and Piss": Discover the unconventional advice that shaped Scott's approach to real estate investing.
• Leaving the Corporate World: Find out why Scott walked away from a top banking job to pursue his real estate dreams (and how that almost backfired).
• Baseball and Redemption: Hear how a Visa commercial about baseball parks inspired Scott to turn his career around during the 2008 crash.
• From Ugly Houses to Note Investing: Follow Scott's journey from knocking on doors to buying and flipping notes across the country.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, remember that every journey has its potholes. Learn from the mistakes of others so you can pave your own path to success!

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Good morning, good afternoon, and good evening. Welcome to the How to Invest in Corpus Christi Real Estate podcast. I'm Scott Carson, and I'm your host. I grew up in South Texas and still consider it home, and if you're looking to buy, sell, invest, or move to the Corpus Christi area, then this is the podcast for you.

I'll be sharing new episodes weekly with you with some of my amazing real estate investing friends from all across the country on strategies that are working in the Corpus and South Texas markets, along with local boots on the ground experts who are helping investors like you, me, and new homeowners to buy and sell real estate ranging from residential to commercial to land sales! I'm really, really excited about this podcast and how we are planning to help deliver amazing content to you weekly. I was doing some research recently and found that there really wasn't a steady real estate investing podcast focused just on the Corpus Chisti, Texas market, and as somebody who's been investing for over 20 years and invested millions in the area, who loves South Texas, even with all the growing pains that we seem to have from time to time, I want to take the time to help you identify opportunities, problems, and issues if you're investing here in Corpus and surrounding markets. We'll be covering a lot of stuff, not just brisket and barbecue and all the things, but we'll be talking about a variety of strategies that are working, and vendors who can help you take your real estate investing to the next level.

Whether you're buying your first home, your first investment property, or you've bought millions in real estate, this is the podcast for you. We'll also be interviewing folks who are running different real estate investment clubs, talking with local investors on their latest fix and flips or strategies that are working, and a ton of case studies along the way. You can expect at least two episodes from us on a weekly basis, one on Wednesday to help you get you through the hump day with a local expert, and then also on Friday with an expert who is doing big things out there that you may want to tackle too.

So whether you're getting started or you've been a seasoned expert, this is the show for you. We'll discuss both advanced and simple strategies to help those who are getting started. I would like to thank you for taking the time to listen.

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