The Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast|Real Estate Investing Chris Prefontaine
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Welcome to the Smart Real Estate Coach podcast. Our episodes are designed to help YOU reach the next level of real estate investing no matter where you are right now.
To make this a reality, we lean into our 32+ years of experience, our huge network of experts, and our thriving community of Associates. With the right tools, the right education, and the right mindset YOU can take control of your financial future.
At Smart Real Estate Coach, we empower individuals and families to create the life of their dreams through real estate.
If you are an aspiring or seasoned real estate investor looking for a proven investment system, robust education, and a thriving support community, you have come to the right place.
We share the best information from our own deals, our Associate's deals, and our guest experts, helping you potentially save hundreds of thousands of dollars in costly mistakes.
And we know what the work actually takes. Between our Associates and our own deals, we’re still completing deals every month and control, at any given time between $60-100 million dollars worth of real estate with little to no money down. If you’re serious about making money in the world of real estate investment, then keep listening to learn more!
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Episode 451: How to Close Profitable Real Estate Deals Remotely with Paul Lizell
Paul Lizell is an active real estate investor with decades of experience who has mastered doing deals virtually. He is the host of the Flipping Out Podcast, he is the founder of Virtual Investor, and he also runs REO Auction Academy, all to help more investors learn about investing in real estate across the nation remotely.
He has been investing in real estate since 2001 and he has been through different market cycles, doing deals in 44 out of 50 states in the country, both in-person and virtually. Through the years, Paul has developed strong systems and processes that help him operate remotely and that’s what he’s talking about on the show today.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
What Paul’s real estate operations are like today
Why Paul works with small mom-and-pop realtors
How Paul decides where to invest
What factors influence the decision to invest in a market
What exit strategies Paul uses for his virtual deals
What inventory is like in auctions today
How Paul’s team is structured to operate remotely
How the market is going to affect virtual operations in the future
What kind of properties Paul is looking for today
What mistakes people commonly make when buying virtually
What new investors should expect when they begin investing
How you can get in touch with Paul
Resources:
Join us for our flagship event of the year happening on September 23-24, 2024, in Boston, MA! We're thrilled to be back live with an impressive lineup of high-caliber speakers, live coaching panels, and engaging breakout sessions. Whether you're a novice investor or a seasoned pro, QLS Live will equip you with the latest trade secrets, insider knowledge, and lesser-known strategies to propel you to the next level in your investing journey. Don't miss out—visit smartrealestatecoach.com/qlslive for more details.
Coupon code: podcast50
Request a FREE copy of our best-selling book, Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime, at absolutely no charge: wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast
Our FREE Master’s Class is the ONLY webinar where you’re given the exact techniques we use in our family company to buy and sell homes every month — all across North America and ALL on TERMS! Register by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcmc
Schedule a FREE strategy session with us. This is an opportunity for you to have an honest conversation with our team about your background, investment goals and create some action steps toward creating the life of your dreams. Together we’ll discover where you are, where you want to be, and what’s in the way. Just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/chrisprecall
Everyone is always asking us, “How is it possible to buy real estate without using my own cash or credit?” With decades of combined experience in real estate, we’ve perfected the process of investing creatively. We want to share as much as we can with you, which is exactly why we’re running this FREE workshop! If you’re thinking about leaving your job, escaping the W-2 lifestyle, and starting on the path towards creating generational wealth — this is for you! To register, just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws.
The Quantum Leap System has everything you’ll need to start buying and selling on terms (without banks and without your own money or credit), launch & scale a business that fits your goals, and strengthen your mindset so you can follow the proven path to becoming a successful real estate investor. You can learn more by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcqls
For additional information on lead generation, funding, mindset coaching, legal assistance, virtual staffing, and business growth, visit the Investor Resources section of our website at: smartrealestatecoach.com/resources.
90-Day Jump Start: www.smartrealestatecoach.com/jump
Additional resources:
REO Auction Academy
https://www.reoauctionacademy.com/
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Episode 450: Why Building the BEST Team in Your Business Will Make it Succeed with Dustin Gutkowski
Dustin Gutkowski, the owner of Results Roofing in Dallas, is an example of true success in business. He took control and turned his life around and went from being homeless at 14 to having a successful million-dollar roofing business in Texas today.
He left his career in fitness to pursue a business that will allow him to grow and have more time for his family, which led him to building Results Roofing. Dustin grew Results Roofing by focusing on the people aspect of business, making sure his people are happy and motivated to work in the organization.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
How Dustin’s background help him through entrepreneurship
What inspired Dustin to turn his life around
How Dustin got into real estate investing
What Dustin wanted to accomplish with his roofing business
How Dustin used social media for his roofing business
How Dustin grew his roofing business to what it is today
What Dustin focuses on when hiring people for his team
How taking care of your team can help you grow your business
What kind of mindset can help you achieve success in life
Dustin’s advice for people who want to get into entrepreneurship
How you can connect with Dustin
Resources:
Request a FREE copy of our best-selling book, Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime, at absolutely no charge: wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast
Our FREE Master’s Class is the ONLY webinar where you’re given the exact techniques we use in our family company to buy and sell homes every month — all across North America and ALL on TERMS! Register by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcmc
Schedule a FREE strategy session with us. This is an opportunity for you to have an honest conversation with our team about your background, investment goals and create some action steps toward creating the life of your dreams. Together we’ll discover where you are, where you want to be, and what’s in the way. Just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/chrisprecall
Everyone is always asking us, “How is it possible to buy real estate without using my own cash or credit?” With decades of combined experience in real estate, we’ve perfected the process of investing creatively. We want to share as much as we can with you, which is exactly why we’re running this FREE workshop! If you’re thinking about leaving your job, escaping the W-2 lifestyle, and starting on the path towards creating generational wealth — this is for you! To register, just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws.
The Quantum Leap System has everything you’ll need to start buying and selling on terms (without banks and without your own money or credit), launch & scale a business that fits your goals, and strengthen your mindset so you can follow the proven path to becoming a successful real estate investor. You can learn more by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcqls
For additional information on lead generation, funding, mindset coaching, legal assistance, virtual staffing, and business growth, visit the Investor Resources section of our website at: smartrealestatecoach.com/resources.
90-Day Jump Start: www.smartrealestatecoach.com/jump
Additional Resources:
Blue Ocean Strategy
https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Ocean-Strategy-Uncontested-Competition/dp/1591396190
Dustin Gutkowski
https://www.instagram.com/dustingutkowskirr/
Results Roofing
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Episode 449: Establishing Massive Credibility & Authority with Podcasting with Phil Better
Phil Better is a podcast mogul who started his journey into podcasting about a decade ago now. He launched his first podcast in 2017 and through the years, has helped many entrepreneurs establish authority and credibility through podcasting.
He discovered the power of podcasting early in his career and today, aside from giving value to entrepreneurs through his podcast, Phil and his agency is providing services for entrepreneurs who want to dominate their space through podcasts too.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
How podcasting can help you establish authority in your industry
What opportunities podcasting can give you as an entrepreneur
How you can get started with podcasting
Why you need to niche down when you’re starting a podcast
Why building authority as an entrepreneur is important to your success
How podcasting can help build great relationships
How you can get in touch with Phil for podcasting help
Resources:
Request a FREE copy of our best-selling book, Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime, at absolutely no charge: wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast
Our FREE Master’s Class is the ONLY webinar where you’re given the exact techniques we use in our family company to buy and sell homes every month — all across North America and ALL on TERMS! Register by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcmc
Schedule a FREE strategy session with us. This is an opportunity for you to have an honest conversation with our team about your background, investment goals and create some action steps toward creating the life of your dreams. Together we’ll discover where you are, where you want to be, and what’s in the way. Just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/chrisprecall
Everyone is always asking us, “How is it possible to buy real estate without using my own cash or credit?” With decades of combined experience in real estate, we’ve perfected the process of investing creatively. We want to share as much as we can with you, which is exactly why we’re running this FREE workshop! If you’re thinking about leaving your job, escaping the W-2 lifestyle, and starting on the path towards creating generational wealth — this is for you! To register, just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws.
The Quantum Leap System has everything you’ll need to start buying and selling on terms (without banks and without your own money or credit), launch & scale a business that fits your goals, and strengthen your mindset so you can follow the proven path to becoming a successful real estate investor. You can learn more by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcqls
For additional information on lead generation, funding, mindset coaching, legal assistance, virtual staffing, and business growth, visit the Investor Resources section of our website at: smartrealestatecoach.com/resources.
90-Day Jump Start: www.smartrealestatecoach.com/jump
Additional Resources:
Podcast Launch Agency
https://podcastlaunchagency.com/
Invest In Yourself: The Digital Entrepreneur Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/invest-in-yourself-the-digital-entrepreneur-podcast/id1586814857 -
Episode 448: Why Building the Right Relationships will Make or Break Your Real Estate Business with Jordan Silvester
Jordan Silvester is a realtor and real estate investor who has done over 800 deals through the years, both big and small. He has extensive experience in real estate investing and he is celebrated as Windsor’s top realtor.
He grew up with family in the real estate business and that’s what got him interested in the industry. After years of working as a realtor, Jordan realized that he had an advantage in real estate investing and started learning more about it, which eventually led to him building his portfolio and doing hundreds of deals with different strategies, all using other people’s money.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
What led Jordan into becoming a realtor and real estate investor
What strategies Jordan uses for his investments
What it takes to scale a real estate business
What new real estate investors should be focused on today
How Jordan’s network as a realtor helped him with his deals
How your relationships will contribute to your success in real estate
What lessons Jordan learned from getting into real estate investing
Resources:
Request a FREE copy of our best-selling book, Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime, at absolutely no charge: wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast
Our FREE Master’s Class is the ONLY webinar where you’re given the exact techniques we use in our family company to buy and sell homes every month — all across North America and ALL on TERMS! Register by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcmc
Schedule a FREE strategy session with us. This is an opportunity for you to have an honest conversation with our team about your background, investment goals and create some action steps toward creating the life of your dreams. Together we’ll discover where you are, where you want to be, and what’s in the way. Just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/chrisprecall
Everyone is always asking us, “How is it possible to buy real estate without using my own cash or credit?” With decades of combined experience in real estate, we’ve perfected the process of investing creatively. We want to share as much as we can with you, which is exactly why we’re running this FREE workshop! If you’re thinking about leaving your job, escaping the W-2 lifestyle, and starting on the path towards creating generational wealth — this is for you! To register, just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws.
The Quantum Leap System has everything you’ll need to start buying and selling on terms (without banks and without your own money or credit), launch & scale a business that fits your goals, and strengthen your mindset so you can follow the proven path to becoming a successful real estate investor. You can learn more by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcqls
For additional information on lead generation, funding, mindset coaching, legal assistance, virtual staffing, and business growth, visit the Investor Resources section of our website at: smartrealestatecoach.com/resources.
90-Day Jump Start: www.smartrealestatecoach.com/jump
Additional Resources:
FREE Tools for Real Estate Investors
https://www.smartrealestatecoach.com/Jordan
Free Real Estate Investing Resources
https://www.jordansilvester.com
Jordan Silvester
https://www.facebook.com/jordan.silvester.3
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy87YQMioGryRRiax9VBKLA
https://www.instagram.com/jordan.silvester.realtor/
https://www.tiktok.com/@jordan_silvester
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-silvester-97103a163/ -
Episode 447: The Corporate Transparency Act Explained & Protecting Your Business Assets with Tommy Thornburgh
Tommy Thornburgh is the President of Prime Corporate Services, a company focused on helping new entrepreneurs set up their businesses for success. He has a team of over 50 corporate advisers that have helped over 100,000 entrepreneurs and they continue to help hundreds more on a daily basis.
He is the brain behind the webinars and presentations at Prime Corporate Services and he is a long-term partner for Smart Real Estate Coach. Tommy has been a huge part in helping us guide people in our community in building their businesses the right way.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Why investors need to work on setting up an entity early in business
What could happen when you don’t set your business up the right way
How you should approach the idea of setting up an entity for your business
What you get out of setting up an entity in the beginning of your business
Why Tommy is passionate about helping entrepreneurs protect their assets
How you can learn what to do with your business from Tommy
What the Corporate Transparency Act is about
What services Prime Corporate Services is offering to real estate investors
Resources:
Join us at the Wicked Smart Virtual Summit in March and get 50% off your ticket now! Don’t miss out, secure your spot at smartrealestatecoach.com/summit today!
Coupon code: podcast50
Request a FREE copy of our best-selling book, Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime, at absolutely no charge: wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast
Our FREE Master’s Class is the ONLY webinar where you’re given the exact techniques we use in our family company to buy and sell homes every month — all across North America and ALL on TERMS! Register by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcmc
Schedule a FREE strategy session with us. This is an opportunity for you to have an honest conversation with our team about your background, investment goals and create some action steps toward creating the life of your dreams. Together we’ll discover where you are, where you want to be, and what’s in the way. Just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/chrisprecall
Everyone is always asking us, “How is it possible to buy real estate without using my own cash or credit?” With decades of combined experience in real estate, we’ve perfected the process of investing creatively. We want to share as much as we can with you, which is exactly why we’re running this FREE workshop! If you’re thinking about leaving your job, escaping the W-2 lifestyle, and starting on the path towards creating generational wealth — this is for you! To register, just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws.
The Quantum Leap System has everything you’ll need to start buying and selling on terms (without banks and without your own money or credit), launch & scale a business that fits your goals, and strengthen your mindset so you can follow the proven path to becoming a successful real estate investor. You can learn more by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcqls
For additional information on lead generation, funding, mindset coaching, legal assistance, virtual staffing, and business growth, visit the Investor Resources section of our website at: smartrealestatecoach.com/resources.
90-Day Jump Start: www.smartrealestatecoach.com/jump
Additional Resources:
FREE Call with Prime Corporate Services
https://smartrealestatecoach.com/pcs -
Episode 446: Profiting from Creative Finance Strategies on Real Estate Deals with Chris and Zach
Creative financing has been around for a while now but this time, we’re doubling down on these types of deals because of where the market currently is. We’re seeing tremendous potential for creative strategies and we’ve been working on different ways to utilize them in structuring our deals, which has been resulting in greater paydays than before.
In today’s episode, we’re bringing you more information about these creative deals along with the opportunity to access resources to help you gain clarity on the structure and benefits of doing them in your market.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Why creative financing is a great way to do more deals today
How we’re structuring our deals using different creative strategies
How you can learn about creative financing strategies from Smart Real Estate Coach
What you can expect from our upcoming Bootcamp
What you can expect from the Wicked Smart Summit
How you can start using creative financing strategies for your deals
Where you can find creative financing deals
How you can benefit from joining the Wicked Smart Summit
Resources:
Join us at the Wicked Smart Virtual Summit in March and get 50% off your ticket now! Don’t miss out, secure your spot at smartrealestatecoach.com/summit today!
Coupon code: podcast50
Request a FREE copy of our best-selling book, Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime, at absolutely no charge: wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast
Our FREE Master’s Class is the ONLY webinar where you’re given the exact techniques we use in our family company to buy and sell homes every month — all across North America and ALL on TERMS! Register by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcmc
Schedule a FREE strategy session with us. This is an opportunity for you to have an honest conversation with our team about your background, investment goals and create some action steps toward creating the life of your dreams. Together we’ll discover where you are, where you want to be, and what’s in the way. Just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/chrisprecall
Everyone is always asking us, “How is it possible to buy real estate without using my own cash or credit?” With decades of combined experience in real estate, we’ve perfected the process of investing creatively. We want to share as much as we can with you, which is exactly why we’re running this FREE workshop! If you’re thinking about leaving your job, escaping the W-2 lifestyle, and starting on the path towards creating generational wealth — this is for you! To register, just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws.
The Quantum Leap System has everything you’ll need to start buying and selling on terms (without banks and without your own money or credit), launch & scale a business that fits your goals, and strengthen your mindset so you can follow the proven path to becoming a successful real estate investor. You can learn more by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcqls
For additional information on lead generation, funding, mindset coaching, legal assistance, virtual staffing, and business growth, visit the Investor Resources section of our website at: smartrealestatecoach.com/resources.
90-Day Jump Start: www.smartrealestatecoach.com/jump
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