Investing in Real Estate with Clayton Morris | Investing for Beginners

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 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. Click play to hear my answers to your real estate questions!

There's a huge misconception about passive income. Passive income isn’t actually passive, especially when it comes to real estate investing. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're diving into this real estate myth.

You're going to learn an important distinction between passive and active income, and why passive income requires your time and attention. We'll talk about your critical role as a real estate investor, why investing is like tending to a garden, and so much more!

When you purchase a rental property, it's important to account for unexpected expenses. How much should you set aside for repairs? That's the first question I'm tackling on today's Q&A episode!

On today's show, I'm taking three listener questions on setting aside funds for repairs, how to decide if you should pursue private money, and ways to get started in real estate if you don't have a down payment. Tune into this episode of Investing in Real Estate to hear my input on your investing questions!

I always like to say that getting the first property is the hardest, and I do think that’s true. When you’ve never done something before, the first step is usually the hardest. If you’ve got one or two properties under your belt, you probably feel pretty accomplished—as you should! But it's important to keep that momentum going, and use it to keep growing your portfolio.

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m going to walk you through some specific action steps you can take to make sure you’re continually growing your portfolio. You're going to hear six tangible things you can do to ensure you're on track for your goals this year and beyond. Click play to learn more about growing your rental portfolio!

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 Q&A edition 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. Click play to hear my answers to your investing questions!

Real estate is the number one way to build wealth. But if you don't know what you're doing, investing in real estate can be a quick way to lose money as well. One of the fastest ways to destroy your investing experience and deplete your resources is by purchasing a cash flow negative rental property.

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm sharing the major risks of buying a cash flow negative rental property and what to consider when you're running the numbers on a rental property. You'll learn about cash flow, what to look for in a deal, and how to avoid falling into a negative cash flow trap.

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 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.

Investors are being told that if they want to get into the rental real estate business, they should buy a rental property above the appraised value. There are companies out there preying on investors by selling properties at a premium, retaining a percentage ownership, and charging for coaching or membership. This is a horrible idea, and on this episode I'm going to tell you why.

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you're going to learn why you should never buy a rental property above the appraised value. I'll also share some red flags to look for when you're teaming up with a real estate company. Click play to hear my thoughts!

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 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. Click play to hear my answers to your questions!

Investing in real estate is the number one way to build wealth. But like any investment, it doesn't come without risks. On today's show, we're going to cover the top real estate investing risks.

You're going to learn about important risks you need to be aware of, including tenant turnover, lack of liquidity, and more. More importantly, you're going to hear about exact strategies you can use to mitigate your risk and create a long-term real estate strategy. Click play to learn more about real estate investing risks!