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Knowing who to trust in real estate can save you thousands — and potentially make you millions. With so many real estate gurus out there, it’s hard to know who is a legitimate operator and who’s just trying to sell you something. In this Friday Focus episode, Mike breaks down how to sift through the hype and find people who offer true value. Learn how to spot the real experts and avoid falling for the wrong advice!

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Rentals can be a key part of a real estate portfolio, but cash flow alone won’t help you build wealth. In this episode, we explore how investors can structure a portfolio that stays profitable despite rising taxes and maintenance costs — and when it’s time to sell, refinance, or hold.

Get tips on increasing profits and managing unexpected expenses, including where to buy high-performing properties and when to opt out of a 1031 exchange. Tune in for actionable strategies to examine your rental portfolio and make better investments!

Topics discussed:

Structuring a rental portfolio that cash flows (2:29)

The best neighborhood to buy rental properties (4:21)

How to assess cash flow in your rentals (6:25)

The long-term value of rental properties (8:55)

When to pay taxes versus 1031 exchange (12:16)

Rental investment strategies (14:37)

What you need to know before buying your first rental (19:38)

What’s the best exit strategy for this property deal? (27:05)

How to turn old leads into deals (32:14)

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Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
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Struggling to get traction with direct mail? One year into real estate investing, Mason Bridges has built a wholesaling and flipping business where direct mail marketing plays a key part of his strategy.

In this episode, he shares his “core four” method for targeting sellers, his plans to monetize old leads, and how he’s financed all his deals without ever using a hard money loan. He also discusses the challenges of running a solo operation in a small market where everyone knows everyone. Hear the lessons, wins, and surprising moments of his first year!

Topics discussed:

Mason’s current investment strategy (5:17)

Direct mail marketing tactics and his “core four” list (7:57)

Disposition process and challenges (15:26)

Financing with interest-only loans (18:11)

Don’t make this newbie mistake (32:30)

Connect with Mason Bridges:

https://www.instagram.com/masontbridges/
https://facebook.com/p/The-Buyer-Next-Door-61552927217863/
mason@thebuyernextdoor.com

Learn more about the Collecting Keys SCALE Community! https://collectingkeys.com/scale/

Check out the FREE Collecting Keys “Invest Anywhere” Guide to learn how to find deals in ANY MARKET Completely virtually (this is how we scaled to over a dozen markets)!
https://instantinvestor.collectingkeys.com/invest-anywhere

Follow us on Instagram!

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