Chad "Coach" Carson shares practical advice about using real estate to retire early (aka achieve financial independence) and do more of what matters. You'll hear in-depth episodes with tips from Chad plus interviews with other real estate investors at various levels of their financial independence journey.
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Why is personal finance so complicated? The internet is flooded with personal finance “experts” sharing short-sighted, error-prone advice. But long-term financial success requires thoughtful, patient, and well-researched strategies. Hosted by Jesse Cramer, a former aerospace engineer turned fiduciary financial advisor in Rochester, NY, Personal Finance for Long-Term Investors simplifies complex financial topics. With relatable stories, in-depth research, and practical tips, Jesse helps you m ...
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Are you ready to grow your officiant business? Listen to each episode and discover the secrets and proven tactics to grow your officiant, celebrant, or wedding business. Host Chad Muncy (also known as Rev. Chad) interviews officiants and experienced wedding professionals about building your business, becoming a better officiant, basics of wedding officiating, increasing sales, marketing, systems, and everything you need to know in order to be the best in your business! Episodes are between 2 ...
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Join the Mad Fientist as he interviews personal-finance icons like Mr. Money Mustache, Ramit Sethi, and JL Collins to discover the strategies they used to achieve financial independence and retire early! Learn about investing, tax avoidance, entrepreneurship, travel hacking, real estate, and all things related to financial independence and early retirement!
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Want to achieve financial independence without missing out on the fun? FI Minded is for anyone who wants to achieve financial freedom, live life on their own terms, and, most importantly, enjoy the journey along the way! Whether you’re just starting to think about financial independence or already deep into the process, FI Minded gives you the tools and inspiration to make FI a reality - without giving up the things you love. Each episode, we’ll cover topics like: *Financial Independence Str ...
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Scaling a business is tough — why figure it out the hard way when you can learn from someone who’s been there? We bring on top business leaders to share real stories of what has worked...and hasn’t. This is real talk with actionable insights from people who want to help you grow smarter and faster. If you’re serious about scaling your business, this is the show you can’t afford to miss.
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Investing For Beginners Podcast: Learn How To Invest Money And Get Better Return On Investment
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It is an undeniable fact that investing is a dirty niche with a massive amount of expertise required. So how can you find practical techniques to get your investments to the next level? Here is my story: I went out to a hookah lounge, asked people why they hated investing and what was holding them back from reaching financial confidence(freedom). Their responses were shocking! I really wanted to know why the middle class will never be rich. At 3:27 PM, I discovered best excuses that hold us ...
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I have always been a social athlete while I am out competing. I am that guy that will joke around on the starting line of an Obstacle Course Race, Triathlon or even and Ultramarathon, but still keep focused on the task at hand. Here I have the chance to take my social skills to the highest level! On this show we will talk about sports ranging from Obstacle Course Racing, to Ultramarathons, to everything in between and beyond! As a guy who went from 240lbs and lazy, to a healthier, leaner, en ...
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#408: How Ben Franklin Retired Early at 42 (In 1748!)
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12:00⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #408 – Ben Franklin retired at 42... in 1748. How? He built cash flow, house hacked before it had a name, and brokered private financing deals. His playbook for financial independence still works today, if you k…
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How to Start a Side Hustle in One Month | E167 Nick Loper
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49:51For most of us pursuing financial independence, the math is pretty straightforward: earn more, spend less, and invest the difference. But what if you could speed things up and discover a new passion along the way? That’s where side hustles come in. Not only can they give your FI plan a serious income boost, but they also let you explore projects th…
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Retirees’ Mistakes and Wake-Up Calls: Expectations vs. Reality - E106
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28:14Jesse explores insights from the Retirements and Perspectives study, which captures the experiences and expectations of individuals transitioning into retirement, especially those aged 50 to 75. With half of the participants recently retired and the other half preparing to retire within two years, the study offers a timely look at the "final glide …
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#407: Can you Really Buy a House with No Money? | Subject-To Explained
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49:53⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #407 – You’ve heard the hype: buy real estate with no money, no credit, and no new loans. But Subject-To isn’t as simple, or as safe, as it sounds. Let's unpack how it actually works and why 1 mistake could tank…
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#406: Solve These 3 Expenses and Get Rich ("The Big 3")
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9:12⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #406 – Anybody can build wealth when they spend the right amount on the right things. The Key? Solve these BIG three expenses! 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/thebigthree/ 🎬 Timestamps: (00:00) - Live …
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The Tariffs You Should Really Be Paying Attention To | E166
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6:07Tariffs aren’t just for global trade - you can apply the concept to your personal life to protect your time, energy, and values. As we gain more financial freedom, how we spend and make money should evolve too. In this short and reflective episode, I explore the idea of personal tariffs and how I have applied this to things that may seem like a goo…
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#405: Top 5 Strategies to Get Started in Real Estate in 2025 (PROVEN to Work)
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16:20⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #405 – Imagine living in a house where your tenants cover the mortgage, and then some. That’s just one of the 5 real estate strategies working right now in 2025. If you're serious about reaching FI with real est…
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#404: ALWAYS DO THIS before a tenant moves in
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9:25⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #404 – Most landlords just hand over the lease and hope for the best, but that’s a mistake. Before your tenant moves in, this ONE conversation can save you from late rent, headaches, and bad turnovers. 📄 Show No…
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You’re Financially Free But It Doesn’t Feel Like It | E165 Shannah Game
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30:09You’ve run the numbers a hundred times. You’ve built the spreadsheets, projected the growth, and calculated your safe withdrawal rate down to the decimal. On paper, money isn’t an issue. You should feel secure. But you don’t. Because even though the math checks out, the feeling doesn’t. The scarcity mindset, the one that pushed you to save relentle…
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It’s Not Too Late: Smart Money Moves After 50 | Bill Yount - E105
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58:38Jesse explores the financial journey of late starters with guest Bill Yount, co-host of Catching Up to FI. In the opening monologue, Jesse shares his “Stupidly Simple Secret Sauce” for personal finance: spend less than you earn, grow income without inflating lifestyle, invest consistently, and prioritize savings. He warns against flashy success sto…
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#403: How to Replace Your Job Salary With Rental Cash Flow
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43:31⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #403 – Turning your rental properties into a reliable paycheck is more about mindset than numbers. Many investors get stuck in the "builder" phase, constantly chasing deals but never securing true financial free…
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⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #402 – Even with financial success, why do so many people still stress about money? Coach explores how building practical skills, shifting your mindset, and focusing on what you can control can bring true financ…
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#401: 5 Mistakes That Create Negative Cash Flow Rentals
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19:28⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #401 – One small miscalculation, like forgetting to factor in all expenses, can turn what looks like a cash-flowing deal into a $7,000 yearly loss. If you avoid these five costly mistakes, you can keep your rent…
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Tariffs, Turbulence, and the Harsh Truths We Must Now Face - Bonus Episode
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44:22Today, Jesse critiques emotional, reactive investing during volatile market conditions—especially in response to tariffs and recession fears—while promoting disciplined, evidence-based strategies. Tariffs, though intended to protect domestic industries, often raise prices and stoke inflation, ultimately harming consumers, businesses, and investor s…
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#400: The Money-Life Manifesto: How to Win With Money & Stop Selling Out.
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16:33⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #400 – From all the way back to episode 1, I revisit a fresh perspective on "The Money-Life Manifesto." I'll tell how you can stop selling out and start winning with money so you can spend more time doing what t…
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How to DOUBLE Your Income in One Year | E164 Andrew Giancola
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40:16In my mid-20s, I was making $50,000. Between San Diego’s high housing costs, dating, a car payment, and other expenses, I barely had anything left to put toward financial independence - let alone fast-track it. I was cutting costs everywhere - negotiating bills, rarely eating out, even walking instead of driving. Frugality was helping but man, the …
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"Tax-Free Retirement" - Smart Strategy or Overhyped Gimmick? And Other Listener Questions | AMA #6 - E104
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57:50Jesse answers listener questions on financial planning, investment management, and retirement. He discusses the challenges of rising homeowner’s insurance costs in high-risk areas, the differences between Treasuries, CDs, and high-yield savings accounts, and the inefficiencies of using life insurance for tax-free retirement. He advises Casey, a fut…
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#399: From Laid Off to 40 Rentals - A Real Estate Comeback Story
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37:08⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #399 – As an immigrant, Lew lost his W-2 job in 2018, but he turned that setback into a 40-unit real estate portfolio. By strategically using conventional loans to acquire 10 rentals and later expanding into bus…
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#398: Slower is Faster: Why Patient Investors Win in Real Estate
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14:52⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #398 – The slower you go in real estate, the faster you reach financial independence. Through my humbling climb in Peru, I illustrate why patience, deliberate approach often lead to greater real estate success. …
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#397: How Can A Property Manager Make Your Life Easier?
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56:53⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #397 - My property manager, Martin Tiller, keeps my 34 rental units running smoothly. From handling maintenance and tenant screening to leveraging technology and setting clear expectations, he does it all. Stay t…
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#396: THIS Off Market Strategy Led to Nico’s $620K Property Purchase
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25:50📋 Join my FREE Masterclass April 2, 2025: https://www.coachcarson.com/masterclass ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #396 - Nico Garcia is set to profit $100K from an off-market deal using one of the most overlooked real estate strategies. He rev…
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Welcome to FI Minded (Podcast Rebrand Announcement)
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5:58Want to achieve financial independence without missing out on the fun? FI Minded is for anyone who wants to achieve financial freedom, live life on their own terms, and, most importantly, enjoy the journey along the way! Whether you’re just starting to think about financial independence or already deep into the process, FI Minded gives you the tool…
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Is Real Estate the Best Path to Financial Independence? | E163 Chad Carson
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50:58Is Real Estate the Best Path to Financial Independence? As a die-hard index fund investor, I used to have a clear answer. But after researching Chad Carson’s “small but mighty” real estate philosophy, I’m starting to see the potential. While I still prefer the hands-off nature of index funds, especially as I focus on growing my income - I can see r…
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Life Expectancy, Caregiving Costs, & Retirement Planning | Christine Benz - E103
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52:58Jesse Cramer speaks with Christine Benz, Director of Personal Finance at Morningstar, about insights from her book How to Retire. Before their discussion, Jesse contrasts gambling with long-term investing, emphasizing the risks of short-term market bets versus the reliability of patient investing. Christine highlights the shift in financial advice …
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#395: How to Sell a Rental and Pay ZERO Taxes (1031 Exchange Step-by-Step)
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44:31⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #395 – What if you could turn a single real estate deal into a 6-figure payday - tax-free? Investor Char Tovar did just that, using a powerful but often overlooked strategy. Hear how she pulled it off! ▶️ Next E…
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#394: How much cash do you need for rental property reserves? (rule of thumb)
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14:11⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #394 - How much cash should you set aside for your rental properties? Too little, and you risk financial trouble when unexpected expenses hit. Too much, and you might be missing out on better investment opportun…
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#393: $40,000 on Tenant Evictions?! How to Avoid Them.
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39:01⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #393 - A single eviction can cost you $10,000 or more—not to mention the stress, frustration, and sleepless nights. Andy Gil has been through it firsthand, facing con artists, legal battles, and painful lessons. …
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#392: Being the Richest Dead Person is Lame
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17:51⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #392 - Saving for the future is smart—but waiting too long to enjoy your wealth can backfire. Learn how to strike the right balance between building and living so you don’t become the richest dead person! 📄 Show…
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Using Purpose-Driven Process To Make Scaling Fun Again with Chad Kessler and Jennifer Cresswell
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20:30Are you spending more time putting out fires in your business than planning for its future? In this episode, Chad Kessler is joined by Jennifer Cresswell, founder of ThoughtGrow, to explore how uncovering the 'WHY' behind the right processes can turn chaos into clarity. Jennifer shares her journey from engineering to entrepreneurship and reveals th…
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When You and Your Partner See Money Differently | E162 Brian Page
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52:33Love and money - a perfect match, right? If only it were that simple. Money is personal for everyone. We grow up with different values, learn different money habits from our parents, and develop our own financial preferences. So when two people with unique money mindsets come together, disagreements are bound to happen. Maybe one of you is a saver …
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The Truth About the U.S. National Debt (And How It Impacts You Personally) - E102
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41:25Today we take a look at the U.S. national debt, distinguishing it from household debt and analyzing its impact on individuals and investors. Jesse traces the debt’s history and explains its structure, funding through Treasury bonds, and refinancing process. The discussion covers Modern Monetary Theory (MMT), which suggests that as a currency issuer…
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#391: 7 Simple & Cheap Ways to Protect Your Real Estate Wealth
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32:55⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #391 - LLCs aren’t your only option for protecting your investments—in fact, they might not even be the best one! 50+ year landlord John Schaub reveals seven simple and cost-effective strategies to safeguard you…
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#390: The ONE Thing the Mega-Rich Will Never Have
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11:46⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #390 - What if true wealth isn’t about how much you have, but knowing when you have enough? Inspired by a story from Kurt Vonnegut and Joseph Heller, we'll dive into the fulfillment curve, the hidden burdens of …
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#389: Real Estate Investors Caused the Housing Crisis!
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38:21⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #389 – Are real estate investors really to blame for the housing crisis? Some say they’re driving up prices and squeezing out homebuyers - but is that the full story? Let’s break down the facts behind this hot d…
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#388: It's Time to Clean up Your Real Estate Mess
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7:40⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #388 – Real estate investing comes with cycles of messy growth and necessary cleanup. I'll show you how to navigate both to build a stronger, more sustainable portfolio. 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com…
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Do You Know You Can Negotiate Your Medical Bills? Here’s how. | E161 Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington
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37:34In today’s conversation, we will learn how to negotiate your medical bills. Wait, you can do that? Yeah, this was new to me too. Maybe it was the confusing medical jargon or the assumption that hospitals charge fair prices, but negotiating never crossed my mind…and you know I love to negotiate just about everything. Not only should you be negotiati…
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Stop Delegating, Start Empowering for Leadership That Scales with Chad Kessler and Dr. Bryan Deptula
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36:20Leaders aren’t born—they’re made. And with today's workplace being reshaped by and AI and the pandemic, leaders must now RE-learn how to lead. In this episode, Chad Kessler sits down with Dr. Bryan Deptula—author, speaker, and leadership consultant—to explore the art and science of leadership. Drawing from neuroscience-based leadership development …
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Do Long-Term Investors *Need* to Invest in Real Estate? | Chad “Coach” Carson - E101
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53:12Jesse is joined by Chad Carson, who discusses residential real estate investing as a stable alternative to stocks and bonds. While real estate offers advantages like rental income, property appreciation, and tax benefits, Jesse also highlights challenges such as high costs, tenant issues, liquidity problems, and the time commitment required. Jesse …
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#387: House Won’t Rent? 5 PROVEN Fixes to Fill It Fast
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21:27⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🔗 Get your FREE Cheat Sheet to Fill Your Rental Fast: https://coachcarson.com/rentfast 🎙️ Episode #387 – A vacant rental can drain your wallet and your patience - but what if the fix is easier than you think? I’ll reve…
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#386: Why I always get a 30-year mortgage (not a 15-year)
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9:44⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #386 – Think shorter is better? Not always. Chad Carson dives into the advantages of 30-year mortgages for real estate investors. Discover how this strategy can improve cash flow, weather economic storms, an…
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#385: Want Financial Freedom in 2025? Do This. [FULL BLUEPRINT]
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52:20⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://coachcarson.com/rpm ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod 💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more off market real estate deals: https://coachcarson.com/dealmachine 🎙️ Episode #385 – What does i…
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#384: My First Repair Contractors Were a DISASTER (Full Story)
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14:48⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: https://www.coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #384 – Think renovating a property is all about the before-and-after transformation? I share my jaw-dropping stories of contractor disasters. From spray-painted walls to costly structure blunders, he reveals…
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