The Paper Trail

The Paper Trail

By Chris SeveneyBusinessEntrepreneurship
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The Paper Trail episodes

  • The 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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    41 min
  • Loan 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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    55 min
  • Understanding 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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    47 min
  • How 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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    43 min
  • How 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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    39 min
  • The 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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    38 min
  • Legal 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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    30 min
  • Corona And Note Investments: How Investors Should Cope With Pandemic

    What is currently happening in the real estate market with this Coronavirus pandemic? What will happen months from now when this is all over? In this episode, Gail Anthony Greenberg and Chris Seveney take a look at the relationship of Corona and note investments – how the former is affecting the latter and how the industry is coping. Tackling how banks will be reacting with this crisis, they discuss how home investors and realtors may handle their transactions. There will be no booking market coming up, but timing can most certainly heal this financial chaos. Join Chris and Gail as they share their note investment insights in the middle of a pandemic.


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    39 min
  • The Importance Of Calculating Returns

    One of the most important fundamental concepts in real estate investing is calculating your potential returns and using those numbers to determine whether or not a certain asset is worth the money and effort you’re going to be putting into it. There are so many different ways that you could be calculating your returns that it can get a little overwhelming but worry not because Chris is here to save the day. Flying solo, Chris Seveney gets down to brass tacks about calculating returns and determining if you’re getting a good deal. Because these numbers are so important in making an informed decision about your investment, make sure you’re not left behind the curve. Let Chris help you make the best possible decisions you can.


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    • Labrador Lending
    • Jamie Bateman LinkedIn
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    34 min
  • What To Do When You’re Filing For Bankruptcy With Tony Sottile

    While no one likes to admit failure or defeat in business, filing for bankruptcy is something you have to be prepared to do in case something goes wrong. Filing for bankruptcy at the right time and in the right way can help you find your springboard to make a full recovery in good time. Tony Sottile is an attorney with the law firm of Sottile & Barile. He joins Gail Anthony Greenberg and Chris Seveney in talking about everything you need to know about bankruptcy: procedures, processes, and even debtor attorneys. Don’t miss out on this chance to be ready for anything coming your way!


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    1 hr 15 min

About The Paper Trail

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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…

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