On today's show we go back in time to our conversation with Whitney Hansen (Money Nerds podcast and AirBnB host). Whitney secured a competitive AirBnB grant to build--of all things--a home shaped like a flower pot! Today, that property has been built and is a huge hit. But back when we talked to Whitney construction was ongoing. She spoke with us about the process, challenges, and thrills of building a one-of-a-kind home. She also details her systems for finding renters, maintaining controls, and more.

Of course, this episode features a headline AND Doug's trivia, as usual! It's another great episode with Crystal, Joe, and heck, even Doug.

Catie Lawrence is laser-focused on financial independence, and real estate has rocketed her toward that goal. Today we hear about Catie's journey from a 9-5 job outside of the real estate world to her transformation into full time real estate pro and investor. She'll talk about how she and her carpenter husband (handy to have on the team!) made the decision to first focus on real estate, and how she's developed strategies and systems to help her build her real estate empire. If you're wondering how you'll get started on your journey, Catie's a great mentor to help you take the plunge!

In our headline segment, big investment firms are investing in ONE segment of the real estate market heavily the last few months. What segment? Should you also jump in? We'll discuss real estate trends, how to spot potential winners, and when to stay away.

Of course, we'll also feature Doug's property pop quiz about one American city with a HOT real estate market. Can you guess which one it is?

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Would you like to discover how to outsource your way to real estate riches? Crystal and Joe chat with Harley Green. You'll learn about all of the tasks he outsources and how to achieve real estate success by outsourcing and utilizing virtual assistants for easier investments and higher profits. Harley showcases the importance of smart investing, leveraging technology, and embracing new ways to manage properties efficiently. He breaks down how he started in real estate and outsourced his way to living abroad with his family.

In our headlines, we're all on the hunt for affordable homes. Do those two words actually go together..."affordable" and "homes"? Yes they do, and we'll tell you where to find them. Plus, we’ll answer a call to Ruth's Rotary phone from Peter who wants to know how to find a great property manager.

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On today's show...Ever feel like you're flying blind in the crazy world of real estate investing? Wondering what economic factors might impact your next move? Well, fret no more! Whether you're looking to buy your first investment property or you're already a landlord, Crystal and Joe discuss economic data and why you should stay in tune with it. In our headlines, we'll unpack two key articles that shed light on the current housing market. You'll hear about how record-high monthly payments are impacting buyers and the potential for declining rates to boost activity. Plus, they'll explore the concept of "shadow inventory" and how it can significantly impact housing supply and prices.

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The world of financing is far more at the heart of a real estate deal than a new investor may know. By structuring the right financial package, you'll be able to stretch your money further, so that you can either grow your real estate empire more quickly or use your freed up funds to furnish the property, make repairs, or cover vacancies. You truly need to know how to structure a deal to get head when you enter the real estate sphere.

But before you learn about alternative financing, you need a good foundation. Sadly, we've found most new investors are working from a series of half-lessons and nearly half-truths about basic mortgages. That's why we asked Greg McBride from Bankrate to join us. As Bankrate's Chief Analyst, Greg is a pro at evaluating between the 15 and 30 year options, knowing how adjustable rate and balloon mortgages work, and more. He also knows how to navigate the mortgage industry so you're on the lookout for hidden fees, suspiciously low interest rates, and loan processing snafus that may hold up your project. We talk about all of those issues and more with Greg so that you have a solid foundation in the basics before buying that first rental!

But before that, in our headline segment, Crystal and Joe cover a question that we've already been asked a ton: when is the right time to buy a home? We tackle this question by diving into an answer from one real estate pro who helps even the most green investor realize that it isn't the timing as much as creating the right deal that will make you a success in this business.

Later, we take a call from Deeder John, who wonders about a vacation rental property that might be either a long term rental or maybe a short term rental property. How do you decide which is the best option for a given address? We'll talk through our criteria so that if you're deciding how to wring the most money from your real estate, you aren't left wishing you'd done things differently.

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