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Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode, Moshon Reuveni, CEO of Lendersa, discusses how his AI-powered hard money marketplace is transforming real estate financing by providing a transparent, efficient platform for private and commercial loans. He shares insights into the current market, how AI is streamlining negotiations, and the future of land and property development financing. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Is it possible to secure double-digit yields on real estate without touching a paintbrush or taking on long-term market risk? Welcome back to The Note Closers Show Podcast!In today's episode, Scott Carson breaks down a real-world case study on a short-term, performing hard money loan in Mesquite, Texas. Sourced from a trusted 20+ year institutional lending partner, this deal illustrates how private note investors can deploy idle capital into low-risk, asset-backed debt and generate annualized returns of 11% to 12% in six months or less. Scott walks step-by-step through the loan underwriting, property valuation metrics, borrower exit strategy, and cash flow mechanics. Scott demonstrates how buying performing short-term paper provides built-in downside protection. Positioned in a fast-foreclosing state at a 49% loan-to-value relative to the pending sale price, this transaction shows how smart note structure protects your principal while delivering steady passive cash flow. Key Topics Covered:Short-Term Note Investing Framework: Advantages of funding 6- to 12-month fix-and-flip debt versus committing to long-term paper. Mesquite, TX Market Profile: Submarket dynamics on the northeast side of DFW Loop 635, local affordability, and buyer demand. Deal Acquisition & Capital Structure: Analysis of a $156,800 hard money loan originated against a $125,000 April 2026 acquisition price. Valuation Spread: Tracking property progress from an initial $190,000 as-is value and $320,000 ARV to a pending contract at $359,000. Yield & Cash Flow Math: Breaking down the 13% interest-only monthly payments ($1,699/mo), net cash flow, and 1% sourcing fee impacts. Annualized Return Analysis: Calculating a 5.5% absolute cash return over 6 months (11% annualized) or an 18,820 dollar net cash yield over 12 months (12% ROI). Downside Safeguards & Foreclosure Mechanics: Leveraging Texas' non-judicial foreclosure timeline and conservative 49% LTV protection. Due Diligence Checklist: Reviewing collateral files, title commitments, physical property condition, and listing statuses. Upcoming Workshops: Registration details for the 2-Day Virtual Note Buying Workshop (Sept 19–20, 2026) and Wholesaling Notes 101 Masterclass (Sept 26, 2026). Put your idle capital to work and start generating double-digit yields on asset-backed real estate debt! Have questions about reviewing performing loan tapes, analyzing fix-and-flip notes, or placing private capital? Book a strategy call directly with Scott at talkwithscottcarson.com or email scott@weclosenotes.com! Register for upcoming virtual masterclasses at notebuyingfordummies.com or wholesalingnotes.com. Remember to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with fellow investors! Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode, Liz Lopez shares her extensive experience in mortgage and real estate investing, offering insights into creative financing, market opportunities, and strategies for success in a challenging market. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Is your private capital sitting on the sidelines making sub-par yields while inflation eats away at your cash balance? Welcome back to The Note Closers Show Podcast as we celebrate a massive milestone—9 years on the air! In today's episode, Scott Carson returns from a three-week trip through Minnesota and Wisconsin to break down a fresh tape of 55 performing hard money loans available for acquisition. Direct from a trusted Texas and Charlotte-based hard money lender looking to recycle capital for new originations, this portfolio offers short-term, double-digit yield opportunities for private note buyers. Scott walks step-by-step through the underlying asset classes, geographical distributions across the East Coast and Texas, and the operational advantages of buying pre-serviced, short-term debt. Scott also discusses the velocity of capital, explaining why leaving funds idle for months erodes net annualized returns and how short-term bridge notes provide a stable cash-flow vehicle while you queue up larger acquisitions. Key Topics Covered:9th Anniversary Milestone: Celebrating nine full years of broadcasting The Note Closers Show Podcast and empowering thousands of note investors nationwide. Tape Breakdown & Pricing Parameters: Evaluating 55 short-term performing hard money loans with principal balances ranging from $53,000 up to $1,000,000. Target Yields & Term Structure: Unpacking annualized interest rates between 10% and 15% with typical loan maturities running 6 to 18 months. Geographic Asset Distribution: Reviewing loan footprints across Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Texas. Lender Strategy & Capital Recycling: Why origination lenders sell performing paper at a 1-point funding fee to replenish loan capital for fresh origination demand. Built-in Risk Mitigation & Servicing: The operational benefits of utilizing third-party loan servicers and leveraging hard money lenders' built-in buyer networks in the event of default. Velocity of Capital Mechanics: Calculating real-world net ROI and avoiding drag on uninvested private reserves. Student Success Stories & Market Pipeline: Highlighting recent arbitrage deals, non-performing reverse mortgage acquisitions, and an upcoming pipeline of nearly 700 HUD/non-performing reverse mortgages. Upcoming Educational Masterclasses: Overview of the Virtual Note Buying Workshop (Sept 19–20, 2026) and the live Wholesaling Notes 101 Masterclass (Sept 26, 2026). Stop letting idle capital drag down your portfolio's performance! Take control of your investment velocity, evaluate these short-term performing notes, and keep your dollars generating consistent returns. Ready to review the tape, partner on deals, or get your capital working? Schedule a strategy call directly with Scott at talkwithscottcarson.com or reach out via email at scott@weclosenotes.com! To register for the upcoming Virtual Note Buying Workshop and receive access to the live Wholesaling Notes 101 Masterclass, head over to notebuyingfordummies.com or wholesalingnotes.com. Be sure to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with fellow investors!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest
Send us Fan Mail3 HATS. 1 HUSTLE. Mortgage. Real Estate. Renovations.Cat Blackmon joins Mark Jones on RealEstateAF to break down what happens when one person has actually worked across all three sides of the transaction.Cat started as a loan officer assistant, became a Realtor, moved into mortgage origination, invested in and renovated properties, and built a business around understanding how the pieces actually fit together.We get into consistency, lead generation, investing, hard money, renovation financing, managing contractors, the $40,000 mistake that can happen on a flip—and then the conversation turns to one of the industry's hottest topics: Realtors becoming licensed loan officers.We discuss where dual licensing can genuinely benefit a consumer, where compensation models become questionable, and the difference between actually originating a mortgage versus simply sending a referral.CONNECT WITH CAT BLACKMONWebsite: CatBlackmon.comLinkedIn: Cat Blackmon on LinkedInReal Estate Profile: Cat Blackmon — Texas Edge RealtyBiggerPockets: Cathleen Blackmon on BiggerPocketsMortgage: Sr. Loan Officer | LoanPeople | NMLS #884811Real Estate: REALTOR® GRI | Texas Edge Realty | License #638326-SAPhone: (210) 870-8173Mortgage Email: Cat.Blackmon@LoanPeople.comReal Estate Email: Cat@TexasEdgeRealty.comREAL ESTATE AFHosted by Mark Jones | NMLS #513437Powered by LoanBot — Smarter Mortgage MatchingCHAPTERS00:00 Getting Better Every Day00:32 Welcome to RealEstateAF01:29 Cat's Journey: LOA → Realtor → Loan Officer02:29 Three Hats: Mortgage, Real Estate & Renovations13:43 Needle-Moving Activities & Consistency18:17 Becoming a Real Estate Investor20:42 Hard Money & Flipping23:18 Renovation Lending & Today's Market29:18 Finding Deals on the MLS30:47 The 70% Rule33:58 GC vs. Managing Subcontractors36:56 Renovation Nightmares38:18 The $40,000 Mistake40:22 Flip or Wholesale?45:53 The Dual-Licensing Debate46:33 Referral Fees & Commission Splits49:25 What Real Mortgage Origination Looks Like52:17 One Point of Contact58:34 Dual Licensing From the Consumer Side1:01:17 Cat's Five-Year Vision1:02:34 Rapid Fire1:07:26 Final AdviceDISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not legal, tax, investment, real estate, mortgage, or compliance advice. Opinions are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent their affiliated companies. Discussions involving licensing, compensation, referrals, RESPA, lending, or real estate regulations are general in nature; consult the appropriate broker, lender, compliance department, regulator, or legal professional regarding your specific circumstances. Loan programs, rates, terms, and eligibility are subject to applicable lender and program guidelines. Not all applicants will qualify. Nothing in this episode constitutes a commitment to lend.#RealEstateAF #Mortgage #RealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #RenovationSupport the showRealEstateAF is Powered by LoanBot.com Host: Mark Jones | Sr. Loan Officer | NMLS# 513437 If you would like to work with Mark on your next home purchase or as a partner visit iThink Mortgage.
Will Your Wealth Survive the Next Economic Storm? Tune in on for an inspiring discussion with Ben Reinberg on his work and book Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times: A Blueprint to Build a Hard Asset Empire to Withstand Every Economic Cycle.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.com Ben Reinberg is a trailblazing entrepreneur, commercial real estate visionary, and wealth-building expert with over 30 years of transformative industry experience. As the CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies, Ben has facilitated billions of dollars in transactions and delivered an extraordinary 28% historical internal rate of return (IRR) across diverse asset classes. His unparalleled expertise in strategic investments, combined with his revolutionary Hard Asset Empire Blueprint ™ , positions him as a trusted authority on creating financial resilience and building generational wealth. https://www.benreinberg.com https://www.alliancecgc.com Discover inspiring conversations with today's leading authors, celebrities, thought leaders, and change makers. To learn more about the Moments with Marianne Radio Show, explore guest interview opportunities, connect with Marianne, and follow her on social media, visit https://www.mariannepestana.comExplore the Moments with Marianne Book Club and find your next great read: https://www.mariannepestana.com/book-club/Listen to the Moments with Marianne Radio Show on KMET 1490AM & 98.1FM, an ABC News Radio Affiliate, weekdays at 8:06 AM PT / 11:06 AM ET and Sundays at 10:06 AM PT / 1:06 PM ET. Learn more at: https://www.kmet1490am.com/moments-with-marianne
Will Clemente joins us for an update on the imminent digital asset bull cycle. He breaks down the significance of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's long-bond buybacks before Jackson Hole, explaining why the move to backstop yields could force excess liquidity into the system and make Bitcoin & other digital assets an increasingly attractive hedge. He also unpacks his financial repression thesis, a potential "Treasury-Fed Accord 2.0," and why he expects Bitcoin and gold's diverging performance to reverse as capital rotates back into hard assets and away from the AI buildout trade.Will Clemente is a solo investor and macro analyst known for his research on Bitcoin, onchain data, and the intersection of monetary policy and digital assets.The Rollup is where the leaders of digital assets and finance converge. Live from the financial capital of the world.Timestamps:00:00 Intro02:05 Will Sold Down At The Start Of 202604:08 Everyone In Digital Assets Pivoted To Equities06:13 Bitcoin Cycles Bottom When Sellers Run Out08:18 Besant Bond Buying Is The Green Light10:33 Treasury Twist Explained Simply12:44 Stablecoin Issuance Demand Escalating14:55 Dollar Debasement Is The Long Game17:06 Hard Money Assets Vs Fiat Debt19:14 Iran Oil Risk Still Brewing21:28 Yen And Dollar Coiling Up Now23:51 September 9th Besant Bond Buying25:52 Clarity Act Vote September 15th28:05 All Roads Lead To Bitcoin Long Term30:06 Warsh Forward Guidance Contradiction32:17 Small Position on ZCashGuest Socials:Will Clemente X: https://x.com/WClementePartners: If you run concentrated liquidity positions you know the grind. Price moves, you're out of range, you're rebalancing at, like, 3am. 1inch Aqua lets you take a different approach. You can stack multiple positions on the same token balance instead of babysitting a dozen pools, and your tokens never leave your wallet. Your liquidity stays awake, so you can catch up on your sleep. Check it out at https://1inch.com/aqua---Dinari - Over 230 1:1 backed tokenized stocks, ETFs & more with dividends. US-based SEC transfer agent. Available on 5+ chains & via API. https://dinari.com/---Space and Time is providing verifiable data infrastructure for onchain finance. A decentralized database, blockchain indexer, and ZK coprocessor in one, giving DeFi protocols,stablecoins, and tokenized assets accurate, provable data. Learn more here: https://www.spaceandtime.io/---Relay is the fastest and most reliable way to swap any token on any chain. Learn more here: https://relay.link/bridge---Zama is an open source cryptography company that builds state-of-the-art Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) solutions for blockchain.Learn more here: https://www.zama.org/---
News Connect 文化欄、今回も作家の背筋さんをゲストにお迎えしています。子どもの頃に触れた漫画や小説、ゲームなどを手がかりに、背筋さんの原点をたどりました。さらに、原作と映像化の関係をどう考えているのか、小説を書くことへの率直な思いなどお話も伺っています。▼ゲストプロフィール背筋(作家)1989年生まれ、大阪出身。2023年、小説投稿サイト「カクヨム」にて、『近畿地方のある場所について』を発表。後に単行本化されて、デビュー。2024年、スマホより小さいホラー小説として発表された『口に関するアンケート』が話題を集め、2026年7月に実写映画が公開。同年6月、同シリーズの第2弾として、2年ぶりの新作小説『目が』を発表。X:https://x.com/sesujisesujises▼MC岩井圭也(小説家)X:https://x.com/keiya_iwai▼News Connect Spotifyプレイリストはこちら
News Connect 国際欄、今回のゲストは東京大学未来ビジョン研究センター教授の江守正多さんです。世界各地で熱波や山火事、干ばつが相次ぐなか、気候変動はいまどこまで進んでいるのか。そして、このまま温暖化が進んだ先にどうなるのか。「カツ丼が食べられなくなるかも?」「四季ではなく、二季になるかも?」など、気候変動によって私たちの生活がどう変わるのか、お伺いしました。▼ゲストプロフィール江守正多(気候科学者)東京大学教養学部卒業。同大学院総合文化研究科博士課程修了。博士(学術)。1997年より国立環境研究所に勤務。国立環境研究所気候変動リスク評価研究室長、地球システム領域副領域長等を経て、2022年より東京大学未来ビジョン研究センター教授。総合文化研究科教授を兼務。気候変動に関する政府間パネル第5次、第6次評価報告書主執筆者。X:https://x.com/seitaemori▼MC佐々木真奈美(経済キャスター)X:https://x.com/manamisasaki▼News Connect Spotifyプレイリストはこちら
We'd love to hear from you. What are your thoughts and questions?Dr. Allen and guest Ben Reinberg discuss the importance of building a “hard-asset empire” to achieve generational wealth. They explore how tangible assets like commercial real estate, specifically medical office space, provide financial resilience and cash flow during uncertain economic cycles.Main Points:Adopt a long-term roadmap for wealth creation rather than reacting to public market volatility.Prioritize hard assets that provide consistent cash flow, tax advantages, and durability.Recognize that institutional investors and sovereign funds are increasing their allocation to tangible assets.Focus on sectors like medical office space that remain essential regardless of the economic climate.Build trust with investors through transparency, consistent communication, and a proven track record.Connect with Ben Reinberg:breinberg@alliancecgc.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/benreinberg/https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg/https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/https://x.com/realbenreinberghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN-VuewtdVrFwlOrTsNbxGAhttps://www.tiktok.com/@therealbenreinberg?lang=en
*普段の配信と音質が異なります。あらかじめご了承いただければ幸いです。News Connect(ニュースコネクト)あなたと経済をつなぐ5分間1日1つ、国際政治や海外のビジネスシーンを中心に、世界のメガトレンドがわかる重要ニュースを解説。朝の支度や散歩、通勤、家事の時間などにお聴きいただけるとうれしいです。日曜は経営共創基盤 代表取締役CEOの塩野誠さんとともに、1週間のニュースを雑談も交えながら、振り返っていきます。▼新著『プロ目線のPodcastのつくり方』の購入はこちらから!https://amzn.asia/d/61gIBJF▼「news23」野村出演回https://youtu.be/A2giZkVi0RY?si=HeeoPK_A0qCPARR3▼塩野さんの新刊共著『はじめての地経学』https://amzn.asia/d/0fV1uwG1▼出演:野村高文(Podcastプロデューサー/Podcast Studio Chronicle代表)https://x.com/nmrtkfm塩野誠(経営共創基盤 代表取締役CEO)https://x.com/makoto_tokyo企業や政府機関にコンサルティングを行い、グローバルな企業投資の20年以上の経験を持つ。欧州VC NordicNinja を創業。地経学研究所ではテクノロジーと安全保障について研究。著書に『デジタルテクノロジーと国際政治の力学』など。ゴールドマン・サックス、ベイン&カンパニー等を経て現職。慶大法卒、ワシントン大学ロースクール法学修士▼News Connect 土曜版・日曜版 Spotifyプレイリストはこちら
「News Connect」土曜版。今回のゲストは、フランスの哲学者メルロ=ポンティの研究者であり、「QuizKnock」を手掛ける株式会社batonで新規事業開発を担当する田村正資さんです。コスパ志向がなぜ達成感を奪うのか。SNSはいかに競争の楽しさを壊しているのか。そして考えることを環境に委ねるとはどういうことか。哲学と実社会が交差する田村さんならではの思考法と世界の見方を、深く掘り下げました。▼新著『プロ目線のPodcastのつくり方』の購入はこちらから!https://amzn.asia/d/5A0NQEj▼Podcast Studio Chronicle YouTubeチャンネルhttps://www.youtube.com/@PodcastStudioChronicle▼出演:野村高文(Podcastプロデューサー/Podcast Studio Chronicle代表)https://x.com/nmrtkfm【ゲストプロフィール】田村正資/哲学者1992年東京都生まれ。東京大学大学院総合文化研究科博士課程修了。専門は現象学、特にフランスの哲学者メルロポンティを研究。開成高校時代にはクイズ研究部のリーダーとして伊沢拓司らとともに第30回高校生クイズで優勝。現在はYouTubeチャンネルQuizKnockを手掛ける株式会社バトンに勤務し、新規事業開発を担当。業務と並行して哲学研究・作家活動を展開する「会社員哲学者」として活動している。著書に『問いが世界をつくり出す』(青土社)、『独自性のつくり方』(クロスメディア・パブリッシング)、『思考のストレッチ』(講談社)。▼News Connect 土曜版・日曜版 Spotifyプレイリストはこちら
News Connect 文化欄、今回のゲストは作家の背筋さんです。読み進めるほどに精密な仕掛けが浮かび上がる作品で注目を集める背筋さん。作品の怖さを支える物語の設計について伺うと、独特な執筆方法が判明。さらに、昔からホラーが好きだと語る背筋さんに「恐怖」を感じる作品を書く面白さも教えていただきました。▼ゲストプロフィール背筋(作家)1989年生まれ、大阪出身。2023年、小説投稿サイト「カクヨム」にて、『近畿地方のある場所について』を発表。後に単行本化されて、デビュー。2024年、スマホより小さいホラー小説として発表された『口に関するアンケート』が話題を集め、2026年7月に実写映画が公開。同年6月、同シリーズの第2弾として、2年ぶりの新作小説『目が』を発表。X:https://x.com/sesujisesujises▼MC岩井圭也(小説家)X:https://x.com/keiya_iwai▼News Connect Spotifyプレイリストはこちら
Wanna work with us? Schedule a call here: https://go.oncehub.com/bookacall Want to stand out as a private lender? Make it easier to work with you. In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason and Chris break down how private lenders can win more deals by delivering a faster, simpler, more responsive borrower experience. From streamlining applications and closing processes to improving communication, payments, and draws, they share practical strategies that can help you become the lender borrowers want to work with—and turn a better experience into more repeat business and referrals. In this episode, you'll learn how to: • Make your lending process faster and easier • Reduce friction during applications and closings • Communicate more effectively with borrowers • Use technology to simplify payments and loan servicing • Create an experience that drives repeat borrowers and referrals If your competition is selling the same terms, your service can become your competitive advantage. ✅ Please like, subscribe, and share! ✅ Are you a new or experienced private lender or hard money lender? Join Jason Balin and Chris Haddon from Hard Money Bankers as they draw from their extensive experience running a successful hard money lending company since 2007. Tune in weekly with episodes related to all aspects of private lending. From discovering lucrative loan opportunities to securing private capital, effectively managing your loan portfolio, handling defaults, and much more, we've got you covered. ✔️ Tune in now and watch the full video podcast at www.privatelenderspodcast.com ✔️If you enjoyed this podcast we would appreciate a positive review... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-lenders-podcast/id1476153070 ✔️Make sure to check out the #1 Online Community For New and Experienced Private and Hard Money Lenders.. Create your account at www.hardmoneymastermind.com FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Get updates or reach out to Get updates on our Social Media Profiles! ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardmoneymastermind/ ✅ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardmoneymastermind
News Connect 国際欄、今回もゲストはマウントサイナイ医科大学の山田悠史さんです。テーマはGLP-1受容体作動薬の乱用。日本でも「マンジャロ」の名前で使用が広がっています。糖尿病や肥満症の治療薬として注目される一方で、実は大きなリスクもある薬です。「魔法のダイエット薬」のように受け取らがちなGLP-1受容体作動薬をめぐる実態について医師の視点から解説していただきました。▼ゲストプロフィール山田悠史(米国老年医学専門医)マウントサイナイ医科大学 老年医学・緩和医療科医師。米国老年医学・内科専門医、医学博士。慶應義塾大学医学部を卒業後、日本全国各地の病院の総合診療科で勤務した後、2015年に渡米。現在は高齢者医療を専門に診療や研究に従事している。著書に、『最高の老後 「死ぬまで元気」を実現する5つのM』『最新科学が覆す 体にいいのはどっち?』など。X:https://x.com/YujiY0402▼MC佐々木真奈美(経済キャスター)X:https://x.com/manamisasaki▼News Connect Spotifyプレイリストはこちら
News Connect(ニュースコネクト)あなたと経済をつなぐ5分間1日1つ、国際政治や海外のビジネスシーンを中心に、世界のメガトレンドがわかる重要ニュースを解説。朝の支度や散歩、通勤、家事の時間などにお聴きいただけるとうれしいです。日曜は経営共創基盤 代表取締役CEOの塩野誠さんとともに、1週間のニュースを雑談も交えながら、振り返っていきます。▼新著『プロ目線のPodcastのつくり方』の購入はこちらから!https://amzn.asia/d/61gIBJF▼「news23」野村出演回https://youtu.be/A2giZkVi0RY?si=HeeoPK_A0qCPARR3▼塩野さんの新刊共著『はじめての地経学』https://amzn.asia/d/0fV1uwG1▼出演:野村高文(Podcastプロデューサー/Podcast Studio Chronicle代表)https://x.com/nmrtkfm塩野誠(経営共創基盤 代表取締役CEO)https://x.com/makoto_tokyo企業や政府機関にコンサルティングを行い、グローバルな企業投資の20年以上の経験を持つ。欧州VC NordicNinja を創業。地経学研究所ではテクノロジーと安全保障について研究。著書に『デジタルテクノロジーと国際政治の力学』など。ゴールドマン・サックス、ベイン&カンパニー等を経て現職。慶大法卒、ワシントン大学ロースクール法学修士▼News Connect 土曜版・日曜版 Spotifyプレイリストはこちら
「News Connect」土曜版。今回のゲストは、人気ポッドキャスト「Off Topic」の共同創設者であり、2026年に新メディア「Slow Times」を立ち上げた宮武徹郎さんです。熱狂的な支持を集めたポッドキャストを離れ、Substackでのテキスト発信(ニュースレター)を選んだ理由とは。ディスカバリーとエンゲージメントを分けた二層構造のメディア戦略、年払いサブスクによる信頼の設計、そして欧米で勃興する「コンテンツ・セントリック・カンパニー」の未来像まで、メディアとビジネスの最前線を伺いました。▼新著『プロ目線のPodcastのつくり方』の購入はこちらから!https://amzn.asia/d/5A0NQEj▼Podcast Studio Chronicle YouTubeチャンネルhttps://www.youtube.com/@PodcastStudioChronicle▼出演:野村高文(Podcastプロデューサー/Podcast Studio Chronicle代表)https://x.com/nmrtkfm【ゲストプロフィール】宮武徹郎1992年生まれ。幼少期にアメリカ在住経験を持ち、インターナショナルスクールで英語教育を受ける。米バブソン大学卒業後、デジタルガレージに入社し、投資部門で北米スタートアップ投資に従事。2018年11月にポッドキャスト「Off Topic」を立ち上げ、アメリカのビジネス・テック・カルチャーを独自の視点で発信。2021年にOff Topic株式会社を創業。2026年、Substackを基盤としたニュースレター「Slow Times」を立ち上げ、アメリカのテック・ビジネス・カルチャーについて配信。メディア運営と並行して、日本企業・アメリカ企業のコンサルティングも手がけている。▼Slow Timeshttps://slowtimesjp.substack.com/▼News Connect 土曜版・日曜版 Spotifyプレイリストはこちら
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This week we dissect ColdCard's ~$100M RNG exploit that Claude Code cracked in 8 minutes, debate whether AI just killed open-source security and Bitcoin maximalism, tear apart Ethereum's EIP-8361 staking-yield taper, and unpack Leopold Aschenbrenner's 67% Situational Awareness blowup and CLARITY Act's ethics fight. Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. No guest this week, just the four of them working through a week where AI quietly rewrote the economics of both security and human psychology, and crypto happened to be standing in the blast radius. This episode: ColdCard, NVK's Bitcoin-only hardware wallet, got drained of nearly $100M thanks to a random-number-generation bug that a one-word commit buried five years ago, and Claude Code sniffed it out in 8 minutes (an open model with no internet found it in 20, for about two bucks). The crew debates whether AI just killed open-source security, whether Nic Carter is right that this is 'the death of Bitcoin maximalism,' and why Tarun thinks maxi devs are 'the RFK of security practices.' Then they take a blowtorch to Ethereum's EIP-8361 staking-yield taper (Tarun: 'the proposal reads like shit'), unpack Leopold Aschenbrenner's 67% Situational Awareness blowup while 4x levered, and wade into the CLARITY Act's ethics fight where a single amendment is the whole ballgame. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pods, Fountain, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show highlights
This week we dissect ColdCard's ~$100M RNG exploit that Claude Code cracked in 8 minutes, debate whether AI just killed open-source security and Bitcoin maximalism, tear apart Ethereum's EIP-8361 staking-yield taper, and unpack Leopold Aschenbrenner's 67% Situational Awareness blowup and CLARITY Act's ethics fight. Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. No guest this week, just the four of them working through a week where AI quietly rewrote the economics of both security and human psychology, and crypto happened to be standing in the blast radius. This episode: ColdCard, NVK's Bitcoin-only hardware wallet, got drained of nearly $100M thanks to a random-number-generation bug that a one-word commit buried five years ago, and Claude Code sniffed it out in 8 minutes (an open model with no internet found it in 20, for about two bucks). The crew debates whether AI just killed open-source security, whether Nic Carter is right that this is 'the death of Bitcoin maximalism,' and why Tarun thinks maxi devs are 'the RFK of security practices.' Then they take a blowtorch to Ethereum's EIP-8361 staking-yield taper (Tarun: 'the proposal reads like shit'), unpack Leopold Aschenbrenner's 67% Situational Awareness blowup while 4x levered, and wade into the CLARITY Act's ethics fight where a single amendment is the whole ballgame. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pods, Fountain, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show highlights
Will Harvey got into real estate the way a lot of people do. He dropped out of college after a double hip surgery ended football, landed on a mortgage desk in 2015, and figured out fast how leverage worked. He bought his first house on a $30,000 salary with his dad as a co-signer, rented out two of the three bedrooms, and house hacked a deal before he knew the word for it.Then came the part nobody puts in the brochure. Three rentals in an expensive market, no money left, and the discovery that owning property is not passive. As Will puts it, the only genuinely passive position in real estate is limited partner, and you pay for it by giving up control.So he kept moving. He left a high-paying W2 to flip houses, rolled the flip profits into syndications, took bonus depreciation against the gains, did a couple of deals as a GP. And somewhere in there he figured out what actually excites him is the finance side of the table, not the operating side.That led to a friends-and-family fund in 2023, an accidental first hard money loan, and eventually a dedicated 506(c) fund built on a specific idea: that hard money underwriting is due for a rebuild from first principles.Will walks through the seven risks he underwrites against, why he thinks most lenders collect the wrong paperwork while skipping the single most predictive input available, and how he uses AI to compress an underwriting file from hours to about ten minutes without giving up the verification step.He also talks about the $70,000 he lost on a deal he already knew he should not have taken, what he looks for in an investor conversation before he will accept a wire, and why the boring end of real estate is the point rather than the compromise.What you will learnWhy Will chose debt over equity, and what that decision has to do with temperament rather than returnsThe first-principles exercise he ran on lending, and the seven risks it producedWhich document lenders over-collect, and which input they skip entirelyHow AI actually sits in his underwriting stack, and where he still verifies by handWhat he screens for in a first conversation with a prospective investorWhy he charges points and has no prepayment penaltyConnect with Will HarveyWebsite: harvey-capital.comEmail: will@harvey-capital.comLinkedIn: search Will Harvey, Harvey CapitalThis week's bookTitan: The Life of John D. Rockefeller, Sr. by Ron ChernowWill also mentioned The Book of Elon, a compilation of Elon Musk's own thinking pulled from interviews. He reads both the same way: printed out, at night, when his mind has slowed down enough to actually absorb it.Chapters00:00 Cold open: the first call with a borrower00:35 Welcome01:40 Who Will Harvey is and what Harvey Capital does02:27 Dropping out, double hip surgery, and the mortgage desk03:43 House hacking the first deal before he knew the term04:44 Nothing about owning rentals is passive05:29 Leaving a high-paid W2 to flip houses06:31 The realization: he is not an operator, he is a finance guy06:58 The 2023 friends-and-family fund07:50 The accidental first hard money loan08:06 Graduating from a 506(b) to a 506(c)10:02 Why debt instead of equity13:13 How he protects capital13:32 Applying SpaceX first principles to lending15:53 The seven risks he underwrites against16:25 Over-documenting what does not matter17:00 The borrower's story as the real underwriting input18:49 A word from Elevista Connect19:52 Screening investors on temperament, not just accreditation20:04 Why the one-year term filters people out21:00 Boring is the whole point23:20 Where the borrowers actually come from23:30 Google ads, and turning them off24:15 The REIA coin flip28:39 How Will uses AI to run the business28:44 Claude Code on the terminal30:40 Recording borrower calls as a data point31:52 Compressing hours of underwriting into ten minutes32:36 Incumbent lenders move like turtles33:01 Why flippers actually buy speed35:09 No prepayment penalties, and the reason why36:23 Lightning round36:52 What drives him37:50 The best advice he ever got38:25 Buffett: price and value are two different things39:40 The decision he would take back40:44 Losing $70,000 on a deal outside the buy box41:32 The return on brain damage41:52 What is on his nightstand41:58 Titan, and The Book of Elon43:33 Ed's NotebookLM workflow for books he never gets to45:55 How Will defines success46:12 Outcomes are a distraction, focus on the process47:50 You only get 18 summers48:56 How to reach Will49:03 harvey-capital.comThis has been the Real Estate Underground. Don't forget to subscribe, it helps us grow.Elevista - Speed as a Service™Elevista Connect is the first AI-powered lead conversion system built for real estate investors.
Looking for a low-risk, high-yield opportunity to deploy your capital or retirement funds? In this episode of The Note Closers Show, Scott Carson breaks down a lucrative, short-term performing hard money loan right outside the thriving Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex in Mesquite, Texas! With a massive equity cushion, a strong 650-FICO borrower making 20% down, and a 49% Investment-to-Value (ITV) position, this short-term first lien note offers an incredible double-digit return over an 8-month hold period. Whether you're looking to get lazy money off the sidelines or want to see how real note investors calculate real returns and structure low-LTV deals, this case study is packed with practical numbers and actionable strategies!Detailed Episode Bullet PointsProperty & Location Profile: A 1,854 sq. ft., 3-bed/2-bath single-family home (built in 1998) located in Mesquite, Texas—a high-growth corridor just east of Dallas along I-30. Valuation & Equity: Current fair market value sits between $318,000 and $320,000. The unpaid principal balance (UPB) is just $156,800, placing your investment at a remarkably safe 49% Loan-to-Value/ITV. Loan Structure: 1-year interest-only loan at 13% interest, generating $1,699/month in passive cash flow. Originated in April 2026 and maturing in May 2027 with a strong payment track record. Return Calculations: Total investment of $158,368 yields $13,005.92 in remaining cash flow over 8 months, resulting in an annualized return of 12.87%. Borrower Credentials: The rehab investor put 20% down into the property, holds a 650 credit score, and is actively rehabbing multiple DFW properties. Downside Protection & Exit Strategies: If the borrower defaults, Texas offers a fast
Are you tired of leaving your investment capital sitting on the sidelines, waiting for the "perfect" real estate deal to come along? In this episode of The Note Closers Show, Scott Carson delivers a massive shortcut to double-digit returns without the headaches of traditional property management, intensive due diligence, or multi-decade commitments. We are breaking down a high-yield, short-term case study on a performing Texas hard money loan located in the fast-growing market of Richardson, Texas—just north of Dallas. Discover how a seasoned, nationwide hard money lender is looking to recapitalize their growing business by selling off pieces of a $13 million performing paper portfolio. This featured asset is a true first lien secured by a vacant, four-bedroom red brick probate property undergoing a light cosmetic refresh by an experienced local rehabber. With $36,000 of the borrower's own skin in the game and a disciplined 70% loan-to-after-repair-value (ARV) cushion, this asset is built from the ground up to protect investor capital while kicking off serious cash flow. Scott walks you step-by-step through the underlying numbers, explaining how purchasing this note at par delivers a powerful 12.89% cash-on-cash ROI over a brief 11-to-12-month timeline. You will also learn about the "Rule of 72" and how securing a consistent 12% interest rate can put your retirement funds or self-directed IRA on the fast track to doubling every six years. Whether you want to step into an immediate monthly stream of $3,298, let the originating lender handle all ongoing servicing and rehab monitoring, or learn the exact steps to foreclose and capture a massive equity spread if things go sideways, this episode is your ultimate guide to truly passive real estate wealth. Key Topics Covered in This Episode:The Power of Short-Term Paper: Why a 1-year performing hard money loan is a perfect alternative to long-term 30-year notes for agile capital allocation. Richardson, TX Case Study: Detailed asset breakdown of a 4-bed, 2-bath probate property sitting in a highly desirable DFW submarket. Dissecting the Numbers: Understanding the math behind a $304,000 note balance yielding an impressive 12.89% ROI. Built-In Downside Protection: Why a 70% LTV, a strict lender escrow holdback, and $36,000 in borrower skin in the game keeps your investment secure. True Passive Investing: How the original lender retains servicing, monitors the rehab progress, and handles downside management on your behalf. The Rule of 72 Explained: How to implement a repeatable "rinse and repeat" model to double your investment capital every six years. Due Diligence and Legal Rights: Navigating first lien positions, reviewing credit/FICO profiles, and leveraging Texas's fast 30-day foreclosure process. Ready to stop waiting and start taking action? Don't let your lazy assets lose value to inflation. Tune in, learn the blueprint, and grab your tickets for our upcoming Virtual Note Buying Workshop at NoteBuyingForDummies.com to take your investing to the next level! Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest
Are your investment dollars sitting idle in a self-directed IRA or low-yield account while inflation eats away at your buying power? In this episode of The Note Closers Show, Scott Carson sits down with members of the WCN community to reveal a massive opportunity in short-term performing paper. A seasoned, 20-year veteran of the real estate industry—and former operator of one of the largest "We Buy Ugly Houses" franchises in Dallas—is recapitalizing his $15 million hard money lending portfolio by offering investors access to double-digit performing notes across 15 states! Discover how you can step into fully originated, double-digit performing first-lien notes with loan amounts ranging from $50,000 to over $300,000. Scott breaks down why these 12-month interest-only loans offer the ultimate sweet spot for investors who want short-term capital velocity without locking up funds for 30 years or managing property rehabs. Learn how the originating lender retains all ongoing loan servicing, manages draw holdbacks, monitors photo updates, and handles any necessary downside enforcement so you can sit back and collect true passive cash flow. Scott also walks you through the power of capital arbitrage. Learn how to raise private money at 7% or 8% to fund 12% performing paper, locking in an infinite rate of return on the spread while putting lazy capital to work. From analyzing borrower experience levels and 70% LTV buffers to navigating fast-foreclosure states like Texas, Georgia, and North Carolina, this episode is your complete blueprint for high-yield, short-term note investing. Key Topics Covered in This Episode:Inside a $15M Performing Tape: Why a veteran hard money lender is selling off double-digit paper to recapitalize and expand loan originations. The Power of Short-Term Notes: Why 1-year interest-only loans provide maximum flexibility and capital velocity for self-directed IRA investors. Built-In Downside Risk Protection: How a 70% LTV threshold, strict borrower skin-in-the-game, and repair holdbacks safeguard your principal. True Passive Loan Servicing: How the originator handles interest collections, draw disbursements, photo updates, and borrower monitoring. The Spread Arbitrage Strategy: How to raise private investor capital at 7–8% to fund 12%+ notes, creating an infinite rate of return. Evaluating Borrower Risk: How to analyze borrower experience levels, loan maturities, and regional market liquidity across Texas, Ohio, and North Carolina. Fast-Track Foreclosure Protection: Leveraging non-owner-occupied business loans and fast-foreclosure legal frameworks in top target states. Ready to get your lazy assets off the bench and generating real yield? Stop waiting for the perfect deal and start putting your money to work today! Watch the full episode, examine the numbers, and register for our upcoming 2-Day Virtual Note Buying Workshop at NoteBuyingForDummies.com to master the note business from the ground up!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest
Are you tired of leaving your investment capital sitting on the sidelines, waiting for the "perfect" real estate deal to come along? In this episode of The Note Closers Show, Scott Carson delivers a massive shortcut to double-digit returns without the headaches of traditional property management, intensive due diligence, or multi-decade commitments. We are breaking down a high-yield, short-term case study on a performing Texas hard money loan located in the fast-growing market of Richardson, Texas—just north of Dallas.Discover how a seasoned, nationwide hard money lender is looking to recapitalize their growing business by selling off pieces of a $13 million performing paper portfolio. This featured asset is a true first lien secured by a vacant, four-bedroom red brick probate property undergoing a light cosmetic refresh by an experienced local rehabber. With $36,000 of the borrower's own skin in the game and a disciplined 70% loan-to-after-repair-value (ARV) cushion, this asset is built from the ground up to protect investor capital while kicking off serious cash flow.Scott walks you step-by-step through the underlying numbers, explaining how purchasing this note at par delivers a powerful 12.89% cash-on-cash ROI over a brief 11-to-12-month timeline. You will also learn about the "Rule of 72" and how securing a consistent 12% interest rate can put your retirement funds or self-directed IRA on the fast track to doubling every six years. Whether you want to step into an immediate monthly stream of $3,298, let the originating lender handle all ongoing servicing and rehab monitoring, or learn the exact steps to foreclose and capture a massive equity spread if things go sideways, this episode is your ultimate guide to truly passive real estate wealth.Key Topics Covered in This Episode:The Power of Short-Term Paper: Why a 1-year performing hard money loan is a perfect alternative to long-term 30-year notes for agile capital allocation.Richardson, TX Case Study: Detailed asset breakdown of a 4-bed, 2-bath probate property sitting in a highly desirable DFW submarket.Dissecting the Numbers: Understanding the math behind a $304,000 note balance yielding an impressive 12.89% ROI.Built-In Downside Protection: Why a 70% LTV, a strict lender escrow holdback, and $36,000 in borrower skin in the game keeps your investment secure.True Passive Investing: How the original lender retains servicing, monitors the rehab progress, and handles downside management on your behalf.The Rule of 72 Explained: How to implement a repeatable "rinse and repeat" model to double your investment capital every six years.Due Diligence and Legal Rights: Navigating first lien positions, reviewing credit/FICO profiles, and leveraging Texas's fast 30-day foreclosure process.Ready to stop waiting and start taking action? Don't let your lazy assets lose value to inflation. Tune in, learn the blueprint, and grab your tickets for our upcoming Virtual Note Buying Workshop at NoteBuyingForDummies.com to take your investing to the next level!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join Note Night in America community today:WeCloseNotes.comScott Carson FacebookScott Carson TwitterScott Carson LinkedInNote Night in America YouTubeNote Night in America VimeoScott Carson InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest
Why trust a custodian with your sats? Edgar Borja (@k1elsalvador) breaks down K1's self-custody Bitcoin ATM, on-chain and Lightning buying, and Bitcoin in Bolivia. Edgar walks through K1's new update, buying Bitcoin on the Lightning Network and on-chain, what's happening with Bitcoin adoption in Bolivia, and what it's like pitching investors 5,000 times. K1's machines now support on-chain and Lightning purchases with full self-custody, cutting out Strike, Blink, and OpenNode entirely. Edgar demos a live on-chain purchase and explains why every K1 transaction is RBF disabled, so once it's broadcast, it's final.K1 machines now run in 28 countries. That growth reflects real tech innovation in Bitcoin hardware, built for the global market from day one. The team solved for different bill sizes, currencies, and KYC rules in every country they shipped to. Edgar covers how KYC gets configured machine by machine, why K1 stays buy-only for now, and a cash-dispensing module already demoed at the Adopting Bitcoin conference.Small business owners get a direct pitch here. Edgar walks through the three K1 tiers, Mini, Mini Plus, and Mini Global, plus pricing and why the bill acceptor is the hardest part to build. If you're exploring digital asset management or a new source of business growth, a Bitcoin ATM in a coffee shop or corner store is a low-friction way to start.Then there's Bolivia. Edgar saw a fiat currency failing in real time, banks offering 6 Bolivianos to the dollar while the street rate hit 10. The government built its own workaround digital payments network just to keep money moving. This is what pulls people toward hard money. Watching their savings shrink every week, people in Cochabamba are turning to Bitcoin.Edgar also shares K1's education tools: a crayon-and-paper workshop that teaches private keys, and a board game called MerkColor that teaches Merkle trees in under a minute. He talks about pitching investors an estimated 5,000 times on a Bitcoin startup accelerator and reality show, plus his advice for founders: fall in love with the problem you're solving. Hit subscribe, share this with someone who thinks Bitcoin ATMs are just coin machines, and tell us in the comments if you'd trust a machine with your private key.—Bitcoin Beach TeamLearn more about Edgar Borja:X: https://x.com/K1ElSalvadorFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/k1elsalvador Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/k1elsalvador LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/k1elsalvador/Web: k1.sv Email Address: borja@k1.svSupport and follow Bitcoin Beach:X: https://www.twitter.com/BitcoinBeach IG: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinbeach_sv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livefrombitcoinbeach Web: https://www.bitcoinbeach.com STAY AT BITCOIN BEACH: https://www.stayatbitcoinbeach.com/punta-mango-villasBrowse through this quick guide to learn more about the episode:00:00 Intro01:40 How many countries run K1 Bitcoin ATMs now?02:07 How does a self-custody Bitcoin ATM let you buy Bitcoin on-chain?08:49 Can you buy Bitcoin from an ATM without KYC?13:08 Where are Bitcoin ATMs actually installed in the real world?16:23 Why are Bolivians turning to Bitcoin as their currency collapses?25:18 What is it like pitching a Bitcoin company on a startup accelerator reality show?37:42 How do you teach kids about private keys and self-custody using crayons?47:31 Which self-custody Bitcoin ATM should you buy and how does shipping work?57:29 Is Bitcoin still winning in El Salvador after the IMF deal? Live From Bitcoin Beach
⚡ Flipping the Lender: How to Arbitrage Non-Performing Hard Money Notes for 42%+ Quick PaydaysWelcome back to the 50 Note Deals in 50 Days case study series! In this episode, Scott Carson—"The Note Guy"—uncovers an extraordinary, under-the-radar sector of the distressed debt market: buying non-performing hard money loans directly from institutional portfolios at massive discounts. When a fund broker dropped a list of 29 nationwide hard money defaults on his desk, Scott immediately hopped in his car to personally audit an incredible investment opportunity sitting right in the West Side of San Antonio, Texas. If you are a real estate investor who wants to learn how to transition from a traditional fix-and-flipper to an institutional "Lien Lord," this breakdown reveals the exact blueprint to intercepting foreclosure files. Discover the exact math behind snapping up a $150,500 legal unpaid balance for just $105,000, and how you can manipulate DSCR cash-out refinancing guidelines to print tax-free private wealth without ever lifting a hammer! Let's get into the data.
You finished the rehab. The property is rented. You call your lender to refinance into a DSCR loan, and they tell you that you have to bring $15,000 to the closing table out of your own pocket.This is how it happens.In this episode, Ryan breaks down the real difference between hard money loans and fix-and-flip loans, why the choice on the front end directly affects your ability to refinance into DSCR on the back end, and how to run the math before you ever borrow a dollar. He also shares why Zillow will lie to you about rents, how to stress-test your numbers with 5, 10, and 15 percent drops, and the four steps every investor should follow before signing a loan.Plan your exit before your entry.
Send us Fan MailAfter two years away from the microphone, I'm back, and not because I ran out of things to teach, but because I had something deeper to say.When I launched The Mindfully Rich Podcast in March 2020, I didn't have fancy equipment, a big production team, or any idea that one simple "yes" would lead to 133 episodes that continue to impact you, my listeners today. Along the way, I spent nearly 20 years helping people build wealth, organizations grow their money, and communities create financial opportunity.But somewhere in that journey, I realized something.Being rich has very little to do with how much money you have.This first episode back begins a new season, sharing why I stepped away, what I've learned during the silence, and why Mindfully Rich is evolving into something bigger than personal finance. We'll still talk about money, but we'll also explore the things that truly create a rich life: purpose, faith, relationships, personal leadership, health, and legacy.If you've ever wondered whether success is about more than your bank account, this conversation is for you.In this episode, we'll discuss:• Why I started the Mindfully Rich Podcast in 2020• What 133 episodes taught me about money and people• Why I paused the podcast and what changed• My new definition of what it truly means to be rich• What you can expect from this next season of Mindfully RichIf this episode encouraged you, be sure to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone ready to redefine what it means to live a rich life.Connect with me:Instagram: @mindfully_rich_podcastSupport the show
In Part 2 of The Norris Group Real Estate Podcast, Joey Romero continues his conversation with Craig Evans, CEO & Founder of DBL Capital, exploring how the company's investment fund is structured to protect investor capital while generating long-term growth. Craig explains how DBL Capital's disciplined approach to leverage, diversification, and capital deployment helps reduce risk while creating opportunities through affordable workforce housing. In this episode: When investors begin earning returns after investing. How DBL Capital protects investor capital with conservative leverage. Why workforce housing continues to outperform in today's market. The power of diversification across multiple real estate projects. Who passive real estate investing is best suited for. The company's mission to help over 1,000 families find affordable housing. Craig's outlook on the real estate market and what's ahead for DBL Capital. Learn more about DBL Capital:
In this episode, Joey Romero speaks with Craig Evans, CEO of DBL Capital and The Norris Group, about the values driving the company's mission to create affordable housing while protecting investor capital. They discuss workforce housing, market resilience, leadership through challenging times, and how DBL Capital's integrated approach delivers long-term value for investors and homebuyers alike. In this episode: The meaning behind DBL Capital and how faith, family, and legacy influence Craig Evans' leadership. Why stewardship and serving others are central to the company's business philosophy. The growing affordable housing shortage and why workforce housing is DBL Capital's primary investment focus. How infill construction creates opportunities that many institutional investors overlook. The advantages of owning an integrated homebuilding and mortgage platform. Lessons learned from navigating COVID-19 disruptions, supply chain challenges, and multiple Florida hurricanes. How strong relationships with trade partners helped the company overcome difficult market conditions. Why affordable housing has remained resilient through changing real estate cycles. How DBL Capital's fund structure provides flexibility, multiple exit strategies, and added protection for investors. The role of tax strategies, depreciation, and long-term planning in maximizing investor value. Learn more about DBL Capital:
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In this episode, Dan McCarthy shares his extensive experience in real estate and lending, discusses the integration of AI into his business, and offers insights on building relationships, managing challenges, and scaling in the real estate industry. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
In Part 2, Joey Romero and Peter Nieves take a deeper dive into AI agents, intellectual property, and the legal challenges businesses face when adopting artificial intelligence. From AI-generated content and data ownership to liability, privacy concerns, and patent protection, Peter explains how entrepreneurs can harness AI's power while safeguarding their business, clients, and proprietary systems. In this episode: What AI agents are and how they differ from traditional AI tools. The legal risks of AI-powered automation, including privacy, confidentiality, and liability concerns. Who owns AI-generated content and why copyright protection remains a challenge. Data scraping, AI training models, and the lawsuits shaping the future of AI. How businesses can protect confidential information when using AI tools. Practical ways to leverage AI safely while minimizing legal exposure. Patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret considerations for AI-driven businesses. Key intellectual property mistakes entrepreneurs should avoid when building AI-powered systems. Why professionals who learn to use AI effectively will have a competitive advantage.Learn more about Nieves IP Law Group:
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In this inspiring interview, Shea Smith shares his journey from real estate beginnings to empowering others to unlock their potential. Discover practical advice on overcoming self-limiting beliefs, investing strategies, and cultivating a high-performance mindset. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Wanna work with us? Schedule a call here: https://go.oncehub.com/bookacall 6 Features Most Hard Money Mastermind Members Don't Know About Most members barely scratch the surface of what's inside Hard Money Mastermind. In this episode, Jason and Chris break down 6 powerful features many lenders overlook — from the new Ask HMB AI tool trained on years of lending knowledge, to searchable training archives, real-world deal case studies, co-funding opportunities, deal sharing, and more. If you're a private or hard money lender looking to close more deals, structure smarter loans, raise capital, and leverage a nationwide network of lenders, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Join 3,000+ lenders inside the #1 community for private and hard money lending at HardMoneyMastermind.com. ✅ Please like, subscribe, and share! ✅ Are you a new or experienced private lender or hard money lender? Join Jason Balin and Chris Haddon from Hard Money Bankers as they draw from their extensive experience running a successful hard money lending company since 2007. Tune in weekly with episodes related to all aspects of private lending. From discovering lucrative loan opportunities to securing private capital, effectively managing your loan portfolio, handling defaults, and much more, we've got you covered. ✔️ Tune in now and watch the full video podcast at www.privatelenderspodcast.com ✔️If you enjoyed this podcast we would appreciate a positive review... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-lenders-podcast/id1476153070 ✔️Make sure to check out the #1 Online Community For New and Experienced Private and Hard Money Lenders.. Create your account at www.hardmoneymastermind.com FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Get updates or reach out to Get updates on our Social Media Profiles! ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardmoneymastermind/ ✅ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardmoneymastermind
In this episode of the Norris Group Real Estate Podcast, Joey Romero sits down with Peter Nieves, intellectual property attorney, AI legal strategist, and founder of Nieves IP Law Group, to discuss the legal implications of artificial intelligence and how business owners can protect their intellectual property in an increasingly AI-driven world. In this episode:The four pillars of intellectual property: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets.Why entrepreneurs should address intellectual property issues before launching a business.How AI-generated content impacts copyright ownership and legal protection.The risks of using AI-generated logos, websites, books, images, and marketing materials.Real-world examples of copyright and trademark infringement caused by AI tools.Deepfakes, content scraping, and the growing legal concerns surrounding AI.The rise of AI-related lawsuits and what they mean for business owners.How AI policies, contracts, and business plans can help companies reduce legal risk.Best practices for leveraging AI while protecting your brand, content, and business assets.Whether you're an entrepreneur, creator, investor, or business owner, this episode provides practical insights on navigating the intersection of AI, intellectual property, and business protection.Learn more about Nieves IP Law Group:
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Ro and Tiana Burnett share their journey through real estate investing, entrepreneurship, coaching, and wealth building. They discuss overcoming setbacks, building passive income, creating generational wealth, and the importance of faith, strategic planning, and strong relationships in business and life. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
From railroads to highways to broadband — every major infrastructure wave reshaped American wealth. Now, AI may be the next one.In this episode, The Norris Group and White Feather AI discuss how the explosive growth of AI is fueling unprecedented demand for compute power, energy systems, semiconductor manufacturing, and real estate development. We take a closer look at the markets seeing the biggest transformation and the early signals appearing before mainstream attention arrives.What we cover:• The three forces driving the buildout. Compute demand grows 4–10x per model generation. The power grid is being rebuilt from the ground up. And the CHIPS Act triggered the largest reshoring of semiconductor manufacturing in U.S. history. All three forces require physical land in specific American markets.• Where it's concentrating. Virginia and Texas lead, but 64% of capacity under construction is in frontier markets most investors haven't found — Indiana, Louisiana, West Texas, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania. We walk the map tier by tier and name the anchor projects.• What happens when a campus arrives. A 1 GW campus brings 1,500–2,000 construction workers to markets that weren't prepared. Data centers become the largest local taxpayers in many counties. Housing supply in most frontier markets is nowhere near ready.• Ground truth from the field. We've been inside one of these markets since before the crowd showed up, and we share what the early signals actually looked like on the ground.See How Smart Investors Make Decisions — Start Here
Wanna work with us? Schedule a call here: https://go.oncehub.com/bookacall What really happens when a hard money borrower stops paying? In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason and Chris from Hard Money Bankers break down a real-life hard money loan default story — including the underwriting decisions, borrower challenges, foreclosure process, tenant issues, and the lessons every private lender should understand before increasing leverage. This wasn't a bad borrower. It was an experienced repeat client with multiple successful loans who ultimately got squeezed by non-paying tenants, failed refinance attempts, rising carrying costs, and a collapsing exit strategy. Inside this episode: How a performing borrower became a default The risks of higher LTV hard money loans Why refinance exit strategies can fail The hidden risks of tenant-occupied rental properties Cross-collateralization explained Foreclosure and eviction challenges for lenders Protecting your downside in private lending What real default management looks like behind the scenes Most lenders only talk about originations, profits, and loan volume. This episode dives into the part of private lending most people avoid discussing: managing risk when deals go sideways. Whether you're a private lender, hard money lender, real estate investor, or raising capital for lending deals, this episode offers valuable insight into loan underwriting, borrower risk, default mitigation, and protecting capital in today's market. ✅ Please like, subscribe, and share! ✅ Are you a new or experienced private lender or hard money lender? Join Jason Balin and Chris Haddon from Hard Money Bankers as they draw from their extensive experience running a successful hard money lending company since 2007. Tune in weekly with episodes related to all aspects of private lending. From discovering lucrative loan opportunities to securing private capital, effectively managing your loan portfolio, handling defaults, and much more, we've got you covered. ✔️ Tune in now and watch the full video podcast at www.privatelenderspodcast.com ✔️If you enjoyed this podcast we would appreciate a positive review... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-lenders-podcast/id1476153070 ✔️Make sure to check out the #1 Online Community For New and Experienced Private and Hard Money Lenders.. Create your account at www.hardmoneymastermind.com FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Get updates or reach out to Get updates on our Social Media Profiles! ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardmoneymastermind/ ✅ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardmoneymastermind
Hard money to DSCR is one of the most common exit strategies in real estate investing and one of the most misunderstood. Most investors don't realize the mistake until they're already sitting at the closing table with a surprise they didn't budget for.In this episode of the Chasing Financial Freedom Podcast, I break down exactly where investors go wrong when refinancing a hard money loan into a DSCR loan, including a real deal case study that went completely sideways. If you're holding hard money right now, don't schedule that refi until you watch this.
This week we explore how hard money loans can help investors scale their real estate businesses quickly. Hard money loans are asset-based, focusing on property value rather than credit scores, making them ideal for beginners.Despite higher interest rates of 10-12%, the speed and flexibility they offer outweigh the costs when used for short-term strategies like fix-and-flip or BRRRR.As always we emphasize hiring professionals, verifying numbers carefully, and refinancing with traditional banks once equity is established.Have any questions? Shoot me an email: dean@crestcore.comHere's the link to our Buyer Profile: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSeixAZKwPNsO7mlBlt9qOkpBRFEVlFukV_9Rdzdsf6JNjz-Sg/viewform?usp=send_form&pli=1Dean Harris, VP of Sales at CrestCore RealtyDouglas Skipworth, Founder & Principal Broker at CrestCore RealtyPodcast production and design by Parasaur StudiosThis podcast is brought to you by:Griffin, Clift, Everton & Maschmeyer PLLC. https://www.gcemlaw.com/contact-us/CoreLend Financial https://www.corelendfinancial.com/contact_us.html CrestCore Property Managment https://www.crestcore.com/Triumph ConstructionRiver City Title Company
In Part 2 of this episode, Joey Romero continues the conversation with Buddy Rushing, Founder & CEO of White Feather AI, to explore how artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming real estate investing, business operations, and the future of entrepreneurship. Buddy shares how AI-powered systems, virtual employees, and automation tools are helping investors and business owners operate faster, smarter, and more efficiently in a rapidly changing world.The conversation dives into AI agents, workforce disruption, robotics, automation, and why early AI adopters may gain a massive advantage while others risk falling behind. Joey and Buddy also discuss how AI is accelerating breakthroughs in healthcare, longevity research, and data analysis, along with real estate opportunities connected to AI infrastructure, robotics, and emerging technologies. They also preview the upcoming Tsunami AI & Real Estate Summit and the practical AI strategies attendees will learn and immediately apply to their businesses.Buddy Rushing is the Founder & CEO of White Feather AI and White Feather Investments, leading a network that has helped veterans, first responders, and entrepreneurs acquire billions in real estate assets. He is also the co-founder of AI or Die and co-author of The Science of Getting Rich in the Age of AI, combining wealth-building strategies with cutting-edge technology to help others create freedom and lasting impact.In this episode:Buddy Rushing explains how AI agents and AI-powered virtual employees are transforming businesses and real estate investing.Discussion on how AI tools can automate marketing, customer service, lead generation, and business operations.Buddy shares how his AI assistant “Maverick” helped launch a profitable AI integration business.Why AI adoption is becoming essential for investors, entrepreneurs, brokers, and real estate professionals.Insights into the growing impact of AI on jobs, layoffs, and the future workforce.Joey and Buddy discuss how AI is accelerating breakthroughs in healthcare, longevity research, and genetic therapies.Why AI advancement is happening exponentially and how quickly technology is evolving.Real estate opportunities connected to AI infrastructure, robotics, and automation.Discussion about humanoid robots, 3D printing, and how future technologies may reshape housing and construction.How AI-powered systems can help investors analyze markets, identify opportunities, and automate campaigns faster.Why early AI adopters may gain a major competitive advantage while others risk falling behind.The importance of surrounding yourself with AI-focused communities, investors, and entrepreneurs.Preview of the Tsunami AI & Real Estate Summit and how attendees will learn practical AI strategies they can immediately apply to their businesses.Why AI is not just a passing trend, but a major shift that will permanently change business, investing, and society.The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669. For more information on hard money lending, go to www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.Video Link Radio Show
In this episode, Joey Romero sits down with Buddy Rushing, Founder & CEO of White Feather AI, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming real estate investing and creating new paths to financial freedom. Buddy shares his inspiring journey from serving 16 years as a Marine Officer and aerospace engineer to becoming a successful real estate investor, entrepreneur, and AI innovator — a path that began after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad while deployed in Afghanistan.The conversation dives into Buddy's transition from White Feather Investments to White Feather AI, why the “AI window” is closing, and how investors, agents, and entrepreneurs can stay ahead in a rapidly changing market. They also discuss real estate opportunities tied to AI infrastructure, data centers, and the upcoming Tsunami AI & Real Estate Summit.Buddy Rushing is the Founder & CEO of White Feather AI and White Feather Investments, leading a network that has helped veterans, first responders, and entrepreneurs acquire billions in real estate assets. He is also the co-founder of AI or Die and co-author of The Science of Getting Rich in the Age of AI, combining wealth-building strategies with cutting-edge technology to help others create freedom and lasting impactIn this episode:Buddy Rushing shares his origin story from Marine Officer to real estate investor and AI entrepreneur.How Rich Dad Poor Dad changed Buddy's life while serving in Afghanistan.Why White Feather evolved from a real estate company into an AI-first business.The meaning behind the White Feather name and the mission to support veterans and first responders.Why AI is becoming essential for real estate investors, agents, and business owners.The reality that AI will not replace you — but someone using AI might.Discussion on how up to 50% of agents and service providers may struggle to survive without adopting AI.Why the “AI window” is closing and why early adopters have a major advantage.Real estate opportunities tied to AI infrastructure, data centers, and billion-dollar developments.Buddy's “Real Estate Goldmine” strategy tied to the Hyperion data center project.How AI can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and automate repetitive tasks.The role of AI in helping investors analyze markets, identify opportunities, and scale faster.Insights into the upcoming Tsunami AI & Real Estate Summit and the value attendees will gain.How AI is reshaping the future of investing, entrepreneurship, and financial freedom.Why collaboration and community create long-term success in real estate and business.Buddy's mission to help veterans and first responders achieve true freedom through investing and technology.The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669. For more information on hard money lending, go to www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.Video LinkRadio Show
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Wanna work with us? Schedule a call here: https://go.oncehub.com/bookacall Don't Hire Anyone Until You Watch This (Hard Money Lenders) Are you a new or growing hard money lender wondering who to hire first? Before you bring on a processor, bookkeeper, or salesperson—watch this episode. In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason Balin and Chris Hadding break down the smartest way to make your first hire in a private lending business. Whether you're overwhelmed with deal flow, stuck in administrative work, or trying to scale to a $10M portfolio, this episode gives you a clear roadmap to hiring the right role at the right time.
Too many investors chase interest rates and ignore structure. They worry about an eighth of a point while overpaying on taxes, misunderstanding underwriting, or choosing the wrong loan product entirely. In this episode, Fred SaintAmour of Boathouse Commercial Funding Group breaks down how lenders actually assess risk and why most investors misunderstand leverage. We cover: How debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) loans really work When hard money makes sense — and when it doesn't Why collateral and marketing time matter more than you think What immediately disqualifies a deal How to structure loans through LLCs without wrecking your credit Why waiting for lower interest rates can cost you more than acting now The biggest mistakes investors make when qualifying for financing Fred explains the difference between market price and investment value from a lender's perspective, and why certainty of execution often matters more than rate. If you are growing a rental portfolio, refinancing existing assets, or evaluating bridge loans, this episode will help you think more clearly about financing structure. Guest: Fred SaintAmour Loans for landlords, real estate investors, and entrepreneurs. Website: https://boathousecfg.com Email: Fred@BoathouseCFG.com If you are an accredited investor and would like to learn more about participating in private lending opportunities, visit: https://higinvestor.com Today's episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area. https://www.livegreenlocal.com And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and medicare benefits. https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com
In this episode, Bruce Norris continues his conversation with Gil Figueroa, diving deep into the forces shaping interest rates and the broader economy. They explore how market psychology, global events, and government policy intersect to influence financial markets. Gil shares his perspective on using technical analysis, including Elliott Wave theory, to forecast trends across asset classes like treasuries, stocks, and Bitcoin. The discussion also touches on major macroeconomic challenges such as stagflation, rising national debt, and the limits of Federal Reserve policy. Additionally, they examine the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence on employment and how these shifts could reshape real estate demand, particularly in office spaces and emerging sectors like data centers.Gil Figueroa is the President of First Commercial Capital, where he specializes in the origination, underwriting, and closing of multifamily and commercial real estate loans. With over three decades of experience as a licensed real estate broker since 1993, Gil brings deep expertise in apartment lending, commercial real estate finance, and complex loan structuring. He also works closely with high-net-worth clients as a financial analyst and wealth strategist, helping align real estate investments with long-term financial and retirement goals. In addition, Gil is a seasoned speaker with extensive experience presenting at industry conferences and wealth seminars, known for delivering clear, practical insights to investors and professionals.In this episode:Continuation of Bruce Norris' conversation with Gil Figueroa on market trends and forecasting.Gil explains what determines interest rates, emphasizing supply, demand, fear, and greed.Discussion on using Elliott Wave analysis and proprietary formulas to predict markets.Bruce and Gil reflect on past market cycles, including the 2006–2008 housing downturn.Insights into stagflation, inflation, and the Federal Reserve's limitations due to national debt.How global factors like war, oil prices, and currency dominance impact interest rates.The potential shift away from U.S. dollar dominance and implications for the economy.Discussion on Bitcoin trends and its divergence from traditional markets.The growing impact of AI on unemployment and economic stability.How rising unemployment could influence future interest rates and housing affordability.Concerns about declining demand if automation reduces the workforce.Real estate outlook: challenges in office space and opportunities in data centers.The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669. For more information on hard money lending, go to www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.Video LinkRadio Show
In this episode of The Norris Group Real Estate Podcast, Bruce Norris sits down with Gil Figueroa, President of First Commercial Capital, for Part 1 of a deep dive into commercial real estate, market cycles, and lending strategy in today's higher-rate environment. Gil breaks down how interest rates, the 10-year Treasury, cap rates, and investor psychology all interact to influence real estate valuations and decision-making. The discussion also explores lessons from the 2007–2008 financial crisis, the risks of loose underwriting, and why disciplined lending standards are critical in navigating today's market. Together, they examine how affordability pressures, refinancing challenges, and lender behavior are shaping both risks and opportunities across commercial real estate.Gil Figueroa is the President of First Commercial Capital, where he specializes in the origination, underwriting, and closing of multifamily and commercial real estate loans. With over three decades of experience as a licensed real estate broker since 1993, Gil brings deep expertise in apartment lending, commercial real estate finance, and complex loan structuring. He also works closely with high-net-worth clients as a financial analyst and wealth strategist, helping align real estate investments with long-term financial and retirement goals. In addition, Gil is a seasoned speaker with extensive experience presenting at industry conferences and wealth seminars, known for delivering clear, practical insights to investors and professionals.In this episode: Bruce welcomes Gil Figueroa, President of First Commercial Capital. Gil shares his 30+ years of experience in commercial and multifamily lending. Bruce explains how a unique VA property deal led him to study real estate cycles. Why interest rates alone don't determine housing prices. How the 10-year Treasury helps forecast market direction. The role of human behavior (fear and greed) in market cycles. Gil discusses Elliott Wave analysis and its impact on his forecasting. Lessons from the 2007–2008 housing crash and risky lending practices. Why Gil exited residential lending and shifted to commercial real estate. Key differences between residential and commercial loan structures. How rising interest rates impact cap rates and property valuations. Why affordability is shaping today's real estate market. The “lock-in effect” of low mortgage rates on homeowners. Overview of commercial loan types and refinancing challenges. Why some investors avoided long-term fixed loans before rates increased. The “extend and pretend” strategy lenders are using today. Emerging distressed opportunities in select real estate markets. The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669. For more information on hard money lending, go to www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.Video LinkRadio Show
Most investors believe that holding cash during uncertain markets is the safest move. If you stay liquid, wait for clarity, and avoid risk, you'll be in a better position when opportunities come… or at least that's the thinking. But what many high-income earners and investors don't realize is that cash sitting idle isn't neutral; it's losing ground. Between inflation, taxes, and missed opportunities, capital that isn't deployed is quietly working against you. And while many investors are pulling back, the most sophisticated capital, family offices, institutions, and sovereign funds, are doing the opposite. They're moving into hard assets. In this episode of Money School Elite, I sit down with Ben Reinberg, CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies and a commercial real estate investor who has built a $500M+ portfolio from scratch, to break down how experienced operators think about capital in uncertain environments. In this conversation, we discuss why holding cash can actually erode wealth instead of protecting it, how the ability to hold through market cycles creates asymmetric opportunities, and why forced sellers are beginning to create some of the best buying conditions we've seen in years. We also break down an often-overlooked asset class, medical property, and why its demand profile makes it one of the most durable plays in real estate, even during periods of economic disruption. About the Guest Ben Reinberg is an iconic investor, mentor, educator, and philanthropist, CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies, and the author of "Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times: A Blueprint to Build a Hard Asset Empire That Can Withstand Every Economic Cycle". Ben built a $500M+ Commercial Real Estate empire from scratch with billions in transactions. He is a respected authority on commercial real estate acquisition and investment, as well as the development and structuring of transactions. He is well-versed in 1031 exchanges and assessing the needs of investment capital. Ben brings value to the deal process through his ability to build trust quickly, raise equity efficiently, solve problems, and bridge the gap between buyers and sellers. Ben has authored and published numerous articles about the trade. Before establishing Alliance, Ben founded Hillcrest Trading, Ltd., a national acquisition and management firm. He began acquiring commercial real estate assets in the 1990s. His professional affiliations include the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Illinois Society of Certified Public Accountants (ICPA), the Urban Land Institute (ULI), and the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). He is also a Charter Member of the International Association of Commercial Real Estate Professionals. To learn more, visit https://www.alliancecgc.com/ or https://www.benreinberg.com/. Buy "Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times: A Blueprint to Build a Hard Asset Empire That Can Withstand Every Economic Cycle" here. About Your Host From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America's #1 Money Mentor. With a core belief that success is built not by the resources you have, but by how resourceful you can be. Chris has built and owned 19 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, House Hunters, and his very own HGTV pilot in 2018. He is the founder of The Money School™ and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier. His success also includes managing tens of millions of dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and in real estate transactions. As an innovator and visionary in wealth-building and real estate, he empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works. Chris is also a nationally recognized speaker, author, and podcast host. He has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans, delivering the financial knowledge that fuels lasting freedom. Resources Private Money Guide: https://go.moneyschoolrei.com/book-podcast Wealth Wednesday Webinar: https://go.moneyschoolrei.com/wednesday-webinar-podcast Mapping out the Millionaire Mystery: https://go.moneyschoolrei.com/newbook-podcast