Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing

Finding your real estate investing niche doesn't have to be flashy or complicated. Being a one-trick pony can be a lucrative asset.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Lee Yoder to the show. Lee is the founder and CEO of Threefold Real Estate Investing, which helps investors achieve passive cash flow, growth, and wealth through multifamily properties. Lee also stuck with his W2 physical therapy position while growing Threefold into the company it is today.

Jonathan and Lee open their conversation by delving into Lee's physical therapy career, revealing that his experience with a startup company exposed him to entrepreneurship. Lee shares the difference between wanting to be an entrepreneur and wanting money and why they aren't the same. You'll hear about the compound effect, Lee's intentional decision to start small with gradual expansion, and how he reins in his desire to expand faster than he should while following the 1% rule. He reveals the criteria he uses to buy new properties while building more credibility, what Lee feels is the most challenging part of scaling his business, and when he decided to bring in property management. Finally, Jonathan and Lee discuss where Lee focuses his investing efforts, what you should look for in syndications, why he's sticking to multifamily real estate, and the importance of being an active learner in this industry.

Real estate investing doesn't have to be flashy to succeed. Lee Yoder's story is a prime example of that philosophy.

In this episode, you will hear:

• What led Lee Yoder to real estate investing after a career in physical therapy
• The difference between wanting to become an entrepreneur and wanting money
• The compound effect
• Starting small and gradual expansion
• How Lee reins in the urge to expand faster than he should and following the 1% rule
• The criteria he uses to purchase new properties and earn more credibility
• The most challenging part of scaling his business and when to hire property management
• Where Lee focuses his investing efforts and what to look for in syndications
• Why he's sticking to multifamily instead of branching out
• The importance of being an active learner in the real estate business

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Supporting Resources:

Threefold Real Estate Investing website - threefoldrei.com

Find ThreeFold on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@threefoldrei4087

Threefold on Facebook - www.facebook.com/threefold.yoder

Lee Yoder on Instagram - www.instagram.com/leeyoder_threefoldrei

Connect with Lee on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/lee-yoder-25793215a

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Email - [email protected]

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Not all real estate investing involves buying properties. Considering the alternatives can save you the headaches of hands-on asset management.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Chris Seveney, CEO and co-founder of 7E Investments. Chris has a multimillion-dollar asset portfolio, and his background includes the management of construction and rehab of properties worth over $150 million. He also managed an impressive $750 million in new construction, and since 2016, Chris has been in the mortgage note game.

Jonathan and Chris discuss their involvement with the BiggerPockets community and its benefits. They cover what took Chris away from buying properties and toward mortgage notes, which leads to a conversation about why new flippers must be careful, sharing some of Chris's experiences on construction sites. Chris explains the differential between mortgage notes and tax liens and why he finds notes attractive. You'll hear how to avoid FOMO, why taking action doesn't always mean buying right away, and what Chris's first foray into real estate taught him. Finally, Jonathan and Chris dive into purchasing notes, what makes it different from real estate, and the initial blunders Chris made when he began investing. He also shares some thoughtful advice for new investors and why he recommends they understand their investor profiles.

Real estate investing takes many forms, and Chris Seveney discovered mortgage notes were a perfect fit for his style. If hands-on real estate investing isn't your style, you won't want to miss this episode.

In this episode, you will hear:

• The benefits of being a part of the BiggerPockets community
• What took Chris Seveney away from buying properties and toward mortgage notes
• Why new flippers have to be careful
• The differential between mortgage notes and tax liens and what makes notes attractive
• Avoiding FOMO and what taking action looks like in practice
• Chris's first foray into real estate investing and what it taught him
• The process of purchasing notes and why it's different than real estate
• His blunders when he first started investing in notes and avoiding shiny object syndrome
• Chris's advice for new investors and the importance of understanding your investor profile

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7E Investments website - 7einvestments.com

7E Investments on YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCQt_koCOTq6QaH2utGysSUQ

Find 7E Investments on Facebook - www.facebook.com/7Einvestments

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Connect with Chris Seveney on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/christopherseveney

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Email - [email protected]

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Going all in on a mastermind could be an expensive mistake or a brilliant way to ensure you take your real estate investing business seriously.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Dedric and Krystal Polite, a home-flipping couple who wound their way from wholesaling to flipping "50/50 Flip," a Hulu and A&E show. Dedric and Krystal are real estate investors, entrepreneurs, mentors, and the owners of Be Polite Properties, a home-buying and acquisition company that is growing into other markets.

Jonathan, Dedric, and Krystal start their discussion by delving into when the real estate bug hit both Dedric and Krystal. They explore their roles in the business, the strategic plan they used to leave their corporate day jobs, and how they operate a virtual wholesaling business. You'll hear why leveraging social media is a critical part of their business, how investing in an expensive mastermind helped them get serious, and why the power of association can help you succeed. Jonathan, Dedric, and Krystal explain the importance of creating a qualified team to help manage your business as you scale, how they landed their "50/50 Flip" show, and how they approach landlording to attract high-end and high-quality tenants.

Dedric and Krystal wanted out of the corporate grind, and when they went all in on real estate, they discovered how well it could work for them. They love helping others learn how to be successful and share some of their secrets to making it work.

In this episode, you will hear:

• When the real estate bug hit Dedric and Krystal Polite
• Krystal's role as the visionary and Dedric's as the integrator
• How they strategically planned to leave their jobs once they got into real estate investing
• Their virtual wholesaling business and how they stay on top of what's happening in various markets
• Leveraging social media to build a virtual business
• Investing in masterminds and taking value away from them
• Why the power of association can help you succeed
• What networking can offer to new investors
• The property that got the Polites started on their journey
• Building relationships now to create opportunities later
• Creating a qualified team to surround you as the business grows
• The genesis of Dedric and Krystal's show, "50/50 Flip"
• Attracting high-end, long-term tenants with high-quality materials and using short-term rentals to subsidize creating more affordable long-term properties
• Landlording properties as though their moms are living in them

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Supporting Resources:

Be Polite Properties website - www.politeproperties.com

Find Be Polite on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@BePolite

Dedric Polite on Instagram - www.instagram.com/dedricpolite

Krystal Polite's Instagram - www.instagram.com/mrsbepolite

Connect with Dedric on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/dedricpolite

Connect with Krystal on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/krystallpolite

Join the Polite Wealth Portal - politewealthportal.com

50/50 Flip - www.aetv.com/shows/50-50-flip

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Millions of square feet of space sit unused and are often forgotten about. One innovative company is working to change that.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Joseph Woodbury, co-founder and CEO of Neighbor.com. Neighbor's mission is to match people who have vacant spaces with people looking for somewhere to store their cars, RVs, boats, and other personal items. Those providing the vacant spaces for rent have an opportunity to create a truly passive income.

Jonathan and Joseph discuss how Joseph started Neighbor and what differentiates it from other platforms. Neighbor has evolved since its inception, and they explore the low barrier of entry to passive income and why multifamily and commercial real estate are driving its growth. You'll hear why renters love using Neighbor, how rev sharing gets them on board, and the benefits of having a storage space nearby rather than in another part of town. Joseph explains how using ancillary income can help owners maintain appreciation and add value. He also shares the selling point Neighor creates and why it offers more options by presenting an additional source of income on a property. Finally, Jonathan and Joseph cover how Neighbor assists with evictions and the environmental benefits of using existing square footage versus building more.

With some extra land or unused facilities on a property, Neighbor is helping property owners create the ideal passive income scenario.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Joseph Woodbury's real estate story and how he started his company, Neighbor
• What differentiates Neighbor from other platforms and how it's changed since its inception
• The low barrier of entry to passive income with Neighbor and how multifamily and commercial real estate are driving growth
• Why renters love using Neighbor for storage
• Rev sharing with tenants and what renters love about it
• The benefits of having a storage space nearby using Neighbor rather than in another part of town
• Using ancillary income to hang on to maintain appreciation and add value
• The attrition rates of tenants using Neighbor to locate storage spaces
• Creating a selling point and more options by offering an additional source of income on a property
• How Neighbor helps clients handle evictions
• The environmental benefits of using existing square footage versus building more

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Neighbor website - www.neighbor.com

Neighbor on YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCqMhzAkQu2xcpgOCBSiy0ww

Neighbor's Facebook page - www.facebook.com/storewithneighbor

Get the Neighbor app - neighbor.app

Connect with Joseph Woodbury on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/josephwoodbury

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Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties

Email - [email protected]

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Many dream of purchasing international properties, whether for their own use or rentals. Knowing the right questions to ask and understanding how to navigate the buying process in an international location is critical.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Mike Cobb, CEO of ECI Development, one of Latin America's most exciting, diversified resort development companies providing inspired lifestyles for adventurous souls. Mike's career in international real estate began 30 years ago when he took a trip to Belize. Mike is also the author of "How to Buy Your Home Overseas: And Get It Right the First Time!"

As Jonathan and Mike begin their conversation, Mike explains how he initially started buying properties in Belize, ultimately creating a mortgage company and a bank. Mike outlines how he and his business partner began developing properties in Belize and beyond, how relationships with local bankers and developers contributed to the business's success, and two reasons he likes the tough regulatory market in Belize. You'll hear why you must clearly define who your customers are to provide the product they want, the buyer shift and the factors behind that, and how medical tourism influences developments in countries like Belize. Finally, Jonathan and Mike explore the positive impact real estate development can have on a local community, Mike's advice for buying in another country, and what his book offers those who want to purchase international property.

If you've ever toyed with buying a home in another country, you won't want to miss Mike Cobb's expert advice backed by years of experience in Latin America.

In this episode, you will hear:

• How Mike Cobb discovered real estate investing opportunities in Belize and created a deal
• The genesis of Mike and his business partner's mortgage company in the 1990s, which later became a bank catering to foreign property buyers
• His development projects in Belize and beyond
• The importance of relationships Mike created with local bankers and developers
• Two reasons he likes a tough regulatory environment
• Clearly defining who your customers are to provide the product they want
• The shift in buyers over the years and the factors that impact who they are
• Medical tourism and its influence on developing real estate in countries like Belize
• The positive impact real estate development can have on the local community
• Mike's advice for buying property in another country
• How his book can help answer questions about international property purchases

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ECI Development's website - ecidevelopment.com

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Sometimes, it's the W2 job that convinces you to pursue a different career—one that offers time freedom and the ability to control your income.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes investor Grant Francke to the show. Grant is the author of "The Unlikely Investor: A Path to Financial Freedom Through Real Estate. He began investing in real estate while still working for the railroad, and Grant quickly caught the bug, spending a lot of time learning more about the industry. It ultimately led him to quit the W2 railroad job and become a full-time real estate investor.

Jonathan and Grant explore Grant's exposure as a kid to real estate investing through his dad, how he found his "why," and how he was ultimately able to leave his railroad job to invest full-time. Grant shares why it was important for his wife to be on board with him in this venture, how his W2 helped them kickstart their investing, and how he used seller financing to fund his first few properties following his first duplex. Grant shares when he began to create systems and processes, the importance of building relationships in your local community, and why he likes keeping his portfolio local. You'll hear how he began transitioning into larger multifamily properties, the role of educating himself with podcasts and books in growing the business, and why Grant believes he waited too long to hire an assistant.

Successful real estate investors can come from any background, and Grant Francke is setting that example for his children and others as he builds an impressive portfolio in his community.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Grant Francke's path to real estate investing and why he decided to do it differently than his dad
• Finding your "why" and building systems and processes around it to scale
• When Grant left his railroad job after he started investing
• The importance of a spouse who's on board with real estate investing
• How W2 income helped Grant and his wife start investing in properties and their first investment property
• What he had to do to finance his next few properties and how it led to creating systems and processes
• Doing your due diligence and building relationships in your community for local deals
• Why building relationships is the most important part of real estate investing
• The benefits of keeping your real estate portfolio local
• Grant's transition into larger multifamily properties versus duplexes or single-family assets
• Involving his family in the business and how podcasts and books helped him take the business to the next level
• The role real estate meetups had in showing Grant what was possible
• How clustering locally helps him identify good investment properties and offers credibility
• Scaling at a reasonable pace, staying in your lane, and knowing your why
• Hiring someone you trust to free up even more time

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Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties

Email - [email protected]

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What if you didn't have to buy your own property to turn it into a short-term rental investment?

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Michael Chang, co-founder and partner at TrustBNB Vacation Rentals and TrustBNB Capital. Michael is a New York-based investor who owns and operates a portfolio of short-term rentals in Philadelphia and the Tennessee Smoky Mountains. He is an expert in using arbitrage for short-term rental properties. Michael shares other non-traditional investing methods while outlining how location and your experience level meet.

Jonathan and Michael begin their conversation by exploring Michael Chang's experience as an immigrant to the U.S. as a child and his first exposure to real estate when his family bought a home. He shares how he and his wife began real estate investing with short-term rentals in Queens, New York, using arbitrage. Michael explains the benefits of jumping into the investing waters and using trial and error to determine what works for your business. You'll hear Michael's buy box requirements for arbitrage, his competitive advantage in Philadelphia, and the value of flexibility as an investor. Finally, Jonathan and Michael delve into the specifics of his Smoky Mountains properties, revealing the impact HOAs have on them, how the market there has shifted, and his tips for new investors who want to use arbitrage in their portfolios.

Michael Chang makes a strong case for arbitrage if you've ever considered short-term rentals but aren't sure if you want to jump in with purchasing your own properties.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Michael Chang's experience as an immigrant to the U.S. and his exposure to real estate when his family bought their first house
• How he and his wife began real estate investing with short-term rentals in Queens, New York
• Leveraging rental arbitrage to test the short-term rental waters
• The benefits of jumping in and using trial-and-error to figure out what works for your rental business
• Michael's buy box for rentals he's looking to arbitrage
• The underrated competitive advantage he has in Philadelphia
• Why a lack of amenities in arbitraged apartments isn't necessarily a bad thing
• The value of flexibility as an investor and how that benefitted Michale with his Smoky Mountains properties
• The impact of HOAs on short-term rentals
• How the market has shifted
• Michael's tips for using arbitrage in real estate investing

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Michael Chang on Instagram - www.instagram.com/michaelchangbnb

Connect with Michael on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhchang

Michael's TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@michaelchangbnb

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Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene

Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties

Email - [email protected]

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Most investors begin their careers with one asset class in mind but quickly find their niches as they progress. Today's guest is one such investor.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Mike Roeder, co-founder and managing partner at Granite Towers Equity Group. Mike oversees operations, acquisitions, investor relations, and asset management. Additionally, he is the co-host of the podcast Keeping It Real-Estate and co-author of "4 Steps to Successful Passive Investing."

Jonathan and Mike begin their conversation by exploring the house hack Mike and his now-wife did in their early 20s that introduced him to real estate investing, how he landed in syndications through multifamily assets and scaling his portfolio, and why he decided to begin diversifying outside Minnesota. Mike shares how he slowly scaled, what his ideal value-add apartment complex and neighborhood look like, and how he caters to residents and offers access to amenities. Finally, Jonathan and Mike delve into what appealed to Mike about Nashville and Dallas-Fort Worth, the four steps to successful passive investing, and why passive investing still requires work.

Creating long-term wealth takes time, but adding multifamily value-add syndications into your portfolio can help you get there a little bit faster.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Mike Roeder's first investment property as a house hack in his early 20s that caused him to fall in love with real estate
• His path into syndications through multifamily assets and scaling the portfolio
• Diversifying outside of Minnesota into other markets in syndications
• Why Mike chose to scale slowly and now targets properties with 150+ units
• Getting over the humps to offer a deliverable that will be attractive to investors
• Mike's advice for finding the right mentor in your niche and who he chooses to help
• His ideal value-add apartment complex and neighborhood classification preferences
• Renovating apartments at lease turnover and the option he offers current residents
• Catering to your residents and offering access to amenities
• The factors that appealed to Mike about Nashville and Dallas-Fort Worth
• The four steps to successful passive investing
• Due diligence that must be performed on older properties
• Why passive investing still requires upfront work on your part
• Mike's advice for brand-new investors

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Granite Towers Equity Group website - www.granitetowersequitygroup.com

Find Mike Roeder on Facebook - www.facebook.com/michael.roeder.77

Mike's Instagram - www.instagram.com/mikejroeder

Connect with Mike on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/mike-roeder-6aa39b15

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Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene

Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties

Email - [email protected]

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Sometimes, a moment of clarity can lead you down a different career path—one that's both a better fit for what you want in life and that offers new opportunities.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Paul Thompson, a bestselling author, full-time real estate investor, coach, hard money lender, and host of The Wake Up Call podcast. He is also the founder of One Call Capital.

Jonathan and Paul start by exploring what pushed Paul out of his comfortable W2 position and into a career in real estate investing. Paul shares one of the most common mistakes investors make, how his first property hooked him into real estate, and some hard lessons that led him to change his strategy. You'll hear how a layoff propelled him to pursue a larger portfolio, why you need to learn what you're good at and what to let go of, and the criteria he looks for in a first-time borrower as a hard money lender. Finally, Jonathan and Paul delve into Paul's preference for assets that provide residential service, how he remains focused on his end goal, and his advice for finding a mentor or coach without paying for an expensive mastermind or coaching program.

Paul Thompson has designed the life he wants after recognizing that the corporate world left him vulnerable to its whims, and with the right tools, you can do the same.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Real estate's role in Paul Thompson's master life plan and the catalyst he needed to finally begin investing
• One of the most common mistakes real estate investors make
• Why you don't need to pay someone to tell you how to get into real estate investing
• Paul's first investment property and how it hooked him into real estate
• Some of the hard lessons he had to learn before changing his strategy
• How a layoff led to creating a bigger portfolio
• Learning what you're good at and what to let go of
• What Paul's business offers to investors
• The criteria he looks for in a first-time borrower
• Why Paul prefers assets that provide a residential service and the mistake investors often make
• Remaining focused on the end goal and how the EOS framework helps accomplish it
• Finding a mentor or a coach and Paul's advice for new investors

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Real Estate 101 - www.realestate101.com

Real Estate 101 on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@CommercialRealEstate101

Peter Conti's Commercial Investing Community - www.facebook.com/groups/commercialinvestingcommunity

Paul Thompson's Instagram - www.instagram.com/pauldavidthompson

Connect with Paul on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paulthompson-onecallcapital

Paul's hub site - www.pauldavidthompson.com

Paul Thompson on TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@pauldavidthompson

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As a new investor, you may not be prepared to take on the full risk of purchasing properties or buying into a syndication without experience. Fractional real estate investing could be the sweet spot you've been looking for.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Brian Davis, co-founder of Spark Rental. Spark Rental is an investing club that focuses on fractional real estate investing. Brian came up with this idea after his own experience with investing and deciding there had to be a better way for new investors to get started.

Jonathan and Brian delve into what led Brian to a career in real estate investing after working with a hard money lender. You'll hear the 50% rule he uses to help investors understand their expenses, how he paid tuition to the school of hard knocks to learn some important lessons, and the most challenging part of real estate investing for new investors. They cover why Brian disliked landlording, which led him to co-found Spark Rental. Finally, Jonathan and Brian outline the two challenges new, non-accredited investors have, the importance of timeline diversification, and the advantages of a fractional investing model like Spark Rental.

Fractional real estate investing is a viable option for investors who aren't comfortable going all-in on their first property, and Brian Davis makes a compelling case for its benefits.

In this episode, you will hear:

• How a job with a hard money lender led to Brian Davis's career in real estate
• The 50% rule that he uses to help new investors wrap their heads around the expenses of investing
• Paying tuition to the school of hard knocks and learning lessons the hard way
• The most challenging part of real estate investing for new investors
• Minimizing turnover rates as a landlord to maximize profits
• Brian's dislike of landlording and what pushed him out of it
• The story behind Spark Rental and what it does as a fractional real estate investing model
• Two challenges new, non-accredited investors face
• The importance of timeline diversification
• The advantages of an investing model like Spark Rental for investors who aren't yet ready for a syndication
• Brian's favorite asset class and why it appeals to him

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Supporting Resources:

Spark Rental website - sparkrental.com

Spark Rental on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@LiveOffRents

Find Spark Rental on Facebook - www.facebook.com/sparkrental

Spark Rental's Instagram account - www.instagram.com/sparkrental

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Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene

Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties

Email - [email protected]

Episode Credits

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