The Paper Trail

By [email protected] (Chris Seveney)

Welcome to The Paper Trail, where we follow the journey—my journey—through the world of mortgage note investing. I'm Chris Seveney, and after years of buying, managing, and selling notes with 7e Inves... more

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The podcast currently has 315 episodes available.

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May 19, 2020Getting The Right Education And Field Lessons In Note Investing With Joe Kennedy
Knowledge and personal experience are crucial in all aspects of life. In note investing, the right education and field lessons are what make any investor successful. Today, Chris Seveney interviews Joe Kennedy from The Flying Moose, LLC. From flying planes to investing in notes and real estate, Joe talks about the excitement and challenges he went through to get to where he is right now. He shares some stories about borrower encounters and how he managed them and their issues. He explains his learning curve of how much he gained from education versus the actual physical buying. Listen to Chris and Joe in this fascinating exchange of real estate stories and note investment ideas.

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48min
May 12, 2020Notes And Real Estate Stories With Deepta Hiremath
How do you deal with clients and even contractors affiliated with your note investment business? In this episode, Chris Seveney talks to Deepta Hiremath, a fellow real estate investor and note buyer. Chris and Deepta talk about notes and other real estate in general, tackling factors that one should look for when buying notes, including working with the right contractor and attorney. They share experiences working with borrowers and how they screen them, as well as how to price a certain asset. Learn more about note investing in this engaging episode.

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56min
May 05, 2020Converting A CFD With Russ O’Donnell
Are you considering converting a CFD, or a contract for deed, into a note? Converting a CFD can be a long, tough, and arduous process because of the many regulations in place – depending on where you are – but if you know the direction to go in, the process definitely isn’t as daunting. Russ O’Donnell is the Founder and CEO of Call the Underwriter. Joining Chris Seveney, Russ discusses the process and nuances of converting a CFD into a note. It always pays to have knowledge about processes like this in your back pocket, so don’t miss this!

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56min
April 28, 2020The Language Of Joint Venture Agreements With Brian Gallagher
Going into business with anyone, no matter how much you trust them, can be a tricky proposition with plenty to navigate, but there are certain legal ways of doing things that will put both you and your partner on equal footing. Joint Venture Agreements are bread-and-butter contracts for people in the field of real estate law, but many people still try to enter these agreements without any sort of guidance. Today, Chris Seveney is joined by Brian Gallagher, a partner at the law firm of Council Baradel, based in Annapolis, Maryland. Chris and Brian get into the nitty-gritty of joint venture agreements in a primer that should not be missed. If you’re looking to enter any sort of partnership, take advantage of this opportunity to make sure all your bases are covered.

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41min
April 24, 2020Loan Closing And Boarding Process For Note Investors
Every note investor has been down the road of loan closing and boarding a few times. Needless to say, it’s one of the things where we can’t find a lot of information and training for. In this episode, Chris Seveney discusses the loan closing and boarding process, diving into how the boarding process works and enumerating its components. He also gives some real examples that he himself or someone he knew went through. Going into some of the common mistakes that people commit during a boarding process, he gives some tips on how to recognize and avoid them.

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55min
April 20, 2020Understanding Partials And The Rules Of Its Game
Are you in need of immediate cash, but either can’t fully let go of your note or can’t seem to find someone who can take it in full? In today’s episode, we are going to be talking about one of the extremely powerful tools that can help you with that dilemma: partials. Attesting to that with 32 partials among his 200 active notes, Chris Seveney takes over the podcast to give us a great understanding about it and how it can aid our note investing journey. He lays down the important rules of the game and the advantages and risks involved. Breathing life to the topic, Chris then shares some case studies that show different strategies and techniques we can learn from for when we use this in our next transaction. Don’t miss out on important information about partials, which proves to be a great tool we can add in our toolbox.

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47min
April 16, 2020How To Do A Collateral Review Of A Note
Many of us just can’t afford to make any mistakes here in the note space for the reason that it can be costly. While we can’t be perfect in our investing journey, it helps to know some of the few things beforehand so we can avoid them. Chris Seveney flies solo in this episode to share with us a collateral review of a note. Aiming to educate people from making costly mistakes, he takes us across the process of doing a collateral review, covering important details that you should avoid missing out. Presenting real-life scenarios, Chris also shares some case studies that showcase an area that needs to be thoroughly checked. He then lays down the steps to follow and, recalling from her own experiences, gives away the lessons he learned on how to review title reports and collaterals properly.

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43min
April 13, 2020How The COVID-19 Pandemic Is Affecting The World Of Note Investing
The COVID-19 pandemic has undeniably disrupted everyone in the world. Businesses are closing, social distancing has kept people shut inside their homes, and panic and fear have become more and more familiar. Addressing this elephant in the room, Gail Anthony Greenberg and Chris Seveney discuss how the current pandemic is particularly affecting the world of note investing. They talk about the problems many are facing now with their investments and then provide some recommendations on what they can do in preparation for when the clouds lift. Looking back to the past crisis, Gail and Chris gather some important points and lessons that are applicable in this unprecedented time.

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39min
April 02, 2020The Ins and Outs of Selling REO Notes
Selling REO notes is becoming more and more noticed these days as a lot of people start to get involved. Chris Seveney flies solo in this episode to talk about what the REO investing industry looks like. He shares the mistakes he made from his own deals and explains the lessons he learned along the way. Chris also discusses the importance of putting in the work to find a good realtor as it can spell the difference between a smooth transaction and a nightmare of a deal. Learn the key lessons you need to know when selling an REO property to prepare yourself in all fronts and start raking in profits.

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38min
March 31, 2020Legal Advice During This Changing Time Of The COVID-19 Pandemic With Franco Barile And Tracey Johnson-Kidd
The COVID-19 Pandemic has disrupted almost every sector around the world, bringing with it sudden changes to processes and business models. The legal sector is no exemption to that. In this episode, we narrow down to look into the ongoing updates within the legal world in Indiana, Ohio, and some of the Midwest States based on the COVID-19 situation we are all currently facing. Guests, Franco Barile and Tracey Johnson-Kidd of Sottile & Barile aid in this discussion. Together, they talk about the state of foreclosures and evictions during this time, the eventual increase in bankruptcy filings, and the loan modification programs. Don’t miss out on good legal advice, especially during this time of uncertainty. Start thinking about how the COVID-19 Pandemic is going to affect you and how you can prepare for it.

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30min

FAQs about The Paper Trail:

How many episodes does The Paper Trail have?

The podcast currently has 315 episodes available.