Investing in Real Estate with Clayton Morris | Investing for Beginners

From rising prices at the gas pump to the grocery store, I think it's safe to say we're all feeling the pinch of inflation. But from a broader economic perspective, the effects of inflation go much deeper than the prices you're seeing on the shelves at the store.

Continued high inflation can lead to a recession, cause economic turmoil, and impact Wall Street in a way that drives increased volatility. Now, I'm not an alarmist by any means, but these three negative consequences of inflationary times can put your wealth at risk, and this is something to be concerned about. So on this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to discuss inflation and how investing in multiple rental properties can essentially create a hedge against inflation that protects your wealth.

Today's first caller asked an interesting question about using college funds to invest in real estate. What's the best way for an investor to get their child involved in real estate investing? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show!

This Q&A episode features three great listener questions on involving children in your investing, how USDA loans work, and the best way to utilize equity gains. Hear my answers to your best investing questions on this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

Asset protection is a critical aspect of any real estate investing business. And sadly, it's something that many investors overlook until it's too late. In the event of a lawsuit, it's important that your legal entities are set up to protect your personal assets. On today's show, I'm bringing in the most qualified expert I know to discuss asset protection for real estate investing.

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm sitting down with Garrett Sutton. Garrett is an attorney, bestselling author, Rich Dad Advisor, and the founder of Corporate Direct. In his new book, Veil Not Fail, Garrett shares important strategies for reducing your liability in the event of a lawsuit. Today you're going to hear some of his best tips on legal entity structure, corporate formalities, insurance for rental properties and so much more!

Should you buy a home to live in? Or is it a better idea to rent a home? There's no one-size-fits all answer to this question, but on this Q&A episode I'm sharing my thoughts on buying a home!

Today's show features three great listener questions on buying a home, getting a cost segregation study on a rental property, and using credit cards to buy a piece of real estate. Click play to hear my answers to your questions on this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

We’ve seen a lot of changes in the economy over the past few months: interest rates are rising, inflation hitting record highs, and the White House recently announced the Student Debt Relief Plan. Most Americans are feeling the pinch of inflation in their wallets, but what you might not have considered is how these external factors are impacting your nest egg and your retirement plan.

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you're going to learn how the state of the economy is impacting retirement accounts and savings accounts across the board. I'll also share an action plan you can take to protect your wealth, and why real estate is a critical part of any retirement plan. Click play to hear what's coming in the economy!

Taking a loan from your 401k can be a smart financial move. Is it better to use the funds to invest in real estate or pay off debt that has a higher interest rate? That's the first question I'm tackling on this Q&A episode!

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm sharing my take on the current state of the economy and then answering some great listener questions. We're going to cover topics like deploying a 401k loan, the truth about high appreciation markets, and how to pay for repairs on your rental properties without increasing your tax bill. Click play to hear my answers to your questions!

When I first heard about investing with a self-directed IRA, I had a lot of questions. The self-directed IRA is rarely talked about and has a lot of rules. This can be intimidating for new investors, but if you're the kind of person who takes initiative and wants to be empowered in your wealth building, this investing vehicle is a powerful way to build wealth.

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to cover some of the main rules of using a self-directed account. Because a self-directed IRA is retirement account, the IRS has some strict rules you have to follow to maintain the tax-free status of the account. Press play to hear seven rules of using a self-directed IRA!

Our first caller on today's Q&A asked a great question: what is the best way to fill a vacancy? On today's show, I'm sharing some of my personal experiences and tips for dealing with vacancies.

This episode also contains my answers to your questions on using equity to grow your portfolio, and how to get started in real estate when you have credit struggles. Press play to hear my answers to your questions on this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

Is now a good time to invest in real estate? This is always a popular question, but especially with so many shifts in the market the past couple years, many people are wondering if they should wait until interest rates drop or prices regulate.

On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, let's talk realistically about what's happening in the market and whether or not now is the time to invest in real estate. We're going to discuss the history of interest rates, the importance of time in the market, and much more!

If you have an occupied rental property, what's the best way to sell it? Is it better to wait until your lease ends, or should you try to sell the home with a tenant in place? That's the first question I'm answering on this Q&A episode!

This episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions. We're talking about selling an occupied rental property, what to do when you have negative cash flow, and how to decide the best way to fund an investment. Press play to hear my answers to your best investing questions!