The Best Of Scott Carson - Mastering the Art of Note Investing

There are so many ways to go about investing in real estate, so many methods you can incorporate into your practice, and having a stronger foundational knowledge of all these techniques can help you decide what works best for what you’re doing and what you want to do. One of these methods is called the Deferred Sales Trust, which, simply put, is a manufactured installment sale. Scott Carson is joined by Brett Swarts of the Capital Gains Tax Solutions Podcast. Together, they discuss the differences between 1031 Exchanges and Deferred Sales Trust. They also discuss how the DST can be a better fit for your long-term investment strategies.

Everybody likes a good deal, but often in the excitement of seeing what seems to be a great opportunity on paper, we forget to comb through the finer details. Eventually, when it’s too late, all the red flags suddenly start popping up, and it turns out your note deal was actually a dud. Scott Carson breaks down how to identify a genuine note deal from a dud. He goes through the laundry list of things to look for when reviewing different lists or tapes of notes from lenders. Remember: Not every asset on a list is a deal depending on the whole situation and due diligence of the note, so it’s imperative that you stay vigilant.

There is no denying how Star Wars changed the world. Be it in film, business, or other parts of our lives, its lessons continue to penetrate and become that guiding star. In celebration of May fourth, Scott Carson takes Star Wars to note investing, talking about the note force and everything great that comes from this space. He discusses the different ways that investing in notes beats REO and fix and flipping investing while addressing how real estate has been affected in these tough times. He further breaks down how, in notes, pricing is better, there are more deals, less marketing costs, more strategies, and higher returns on investment and time. If you are looking to get into this space, then this episode is a treat for you. So go and use the note force that is ready for the taking, and May fourth be with you!

Things are going to change a lot once we come out of this chaos, opening up a lot of opportunities for those willing to seize them. Better things are sure to come. We need to be able to set our goals when things get back to some semblance of normality. Using an arsenal of baseball analogies, Scott Carson discusses what we can expect in the second half of 2020, as far as solid and profitable deals are concerned. The world is full of opportunities, even in times of crisis, and there is no reason to despair or accept defeat. Scott encourages you to make a list of the things you want to accomplish so you can be ready when life throws that curveball at you.

Working in real estate is not exactly a walk in the park. Just as with any other career, little stressors can easily set us off and rob us of our internal peace. This is especially true now, as we go through stressful times. How can we find peace in this chaotic world? Joining Scott Carson on the show, Regena Ozeryansky gives us a few tips on how you can achieve this with relative ease. Regena is a real estate investor, active realtor, certified yoga instructor, Reiki master, and Soul Language, practitioner. She considers herself an internal peace revolutionist, helping individuals and families live with more purpose, passion, and inner peace. Listen to her incredible insights and be on your way to a blissful life.

In the face of the overwhelming COVID-19 pandemic that we are all facing now, the best thing we can do is remove ourselves from fear and panic and look into what we can do to come out of it safe. In this very necessary episode, Scott Carson talks with Merrill Chandler from Get Fundable to shed light on the ways we can thrive, survive, and prosper in chaotic credit times. He shares the three fundamental principles you need to keep in mind to not only get out of the mess that is coming but also pivot to become profitable. Merrill then shares what you should and should not do with your credit profiles to protect your assets. Prepare yourself for a soft landing in these treacherous times with this great conversation.

If you’re a real estate investor, odds are, you’re at home trying to figure out what to do during your staycation instead of just sitting around and waiting for things to run their course. Now is the perfect time to focus on taking further steps to market your real estate business and be one step ahead of everyone else when the market opens up. In this episode, Scott Carson breaks down the five things that every real estate investor should be doing now in their real estate business and marketing. Each of these things will greatly increase your chances to thrive and stay on top of the post-crisis market. Make sure to take some time to listen and take notes!

Nobody knows what the marketplace will look like as we emerge from this chaos we are experiencing. However, one thing is for certain: the market will be populated by entrepreneurs who found their profitable pivot and used it to stay relevant. To be one of these people, you need to start thinking about how to turn your business around and stay on top of things. Aaron Scott Young of Laughlin Associates talks about these things as he joins Scott Carson in the podcast. Aaron sees a profitable pivot as something every entrepreneur should understand and put to practice, whether there is a market crash or not. Listen and learn about what sets the most successful entrepreneurs apart and how you can apply these principles to your business.

Is there a secret formula to finding success? How does it work, and does it work for you? Scott Carson talks with American filmmaker, motivational keynote speaker, and best-selling author, Dr. Greg Reid, who spills his secret knock to overcoming obstacles, discovering opportunities, and finding success. With decades of success in business, filmmaking, and authoring books, Greg sees the world as a place of unlimited opportunity, even during times of apparent hopelessness. His positive energy is something people need today as they take blows from the current crisis. Listen in and discover what it takes to be a champion in life and your business.

Are you wondering how the recent SBA legislation affects you? Many might not understand what it means for them in the long run, but all this new legislation may just be the windfall your business needs in these trying times. Scott Carson talks with Jason Byrd from the Byrd Law Firm and the Byrd Chronicles Podcast about the recent SBA legislation and what it means for small businesses. Make sure you don't miss out on this chance to take the first step towards keeping your business thriving post-pandemic.