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+Interview with Greg Slaughter
00:58:00 | In this flagship Plus interview, Think Realty CEO Eddie Wilson interviews Greg Slaughter, the Founder and Executive Director of Strive2Thrive Academy. Strive2Thrive provides entrepreneurs with skills, strategies, and systems to thrive and achieve their dreams faster then they can imagine in both business and every area of life ...
Introducing the Think Realty Plus Plan: Revolutionizing Real Estate Investment Education
Kansas City, June 6, 2024 — Think Realty, the leading resource for real estate investors, is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking Think Realty Plus plan. This comprehensive membership package is designed to empower real estate investors with unparalleled resources, tools, and education to thrive in today’s dynamic ...
Progress Payment Submittal Requirements
Managing the disbursement of funds is the key to ensuring a construction project is completed within budget. Construction lenders often include specific requirements for progress payment requests in their loan agreements. This is an excellent way to guard against misuse of funds during a construction project. As a developer, you ...
Navigating the World of Private Lending
01:05:03 | Learn how to navigate the world of private lending with Damon Riehl from LoanBidz.com. This informational webinar focuses on how to select a lender for your next investment and will help position yourself to get the best available rates, fees and loan amount. In this webinar, you will ...
Think Realty Podcast #311 – Mineral Rights 101 with Derreck Long
Everyone wants to make a profit, but how can you get cash flow NOW with a tangible asset? Eddie sat down with Derreck Long from Eckard Enterprises for a review of what Derreck does at Eckard Enterprises and what exactly it means to own mineral rights. They talk about ...
Design Your IRA for Financial Freedom
Don’t let traditional IRA limitations hold you back. explore the power of self-directed investing today to design your financial future! Although we’re all familiar with the idea of designing our homes, not too many people know you can design your retirement savings too when you save with a self-directed IRA ...
How to Turn an Inherited Property into Income for Your Family
Inheriting a house or other real estate can be both a blessing and a challenge. On one hand, it offers a valuable asset that has the potential to provide long-term financial benefits for your family. On the other hand, deciding what to do with an inherited property can be overwhelming, ...
Demystifying the Math: The Smart Investor’s Guide to Rental Portfolio Loans
Consolidating your rental properties into one portfolio loan can unlock savings and simplify your investment strategy. When exploring financing options for rental properties, real estate investors often weigh the benefits of individual loans versus portfolio loans. Rental portfolio loans allow you to streamline all your rental investments into one neat ...
Inclusive Design: How to Create Spaces for Everyone
As a real estate investor, it’s important to design your home for different types of buyers. Making sure your property is versatile to all homeowners goes beyond paint colors and tile choice. It also means thinking about buyers of all ages, including those with disabilities or physical impairments. Whether you ...
If Residential Assisted Living is so profitable to an investor, why aren’t more people doing it? Eddie sat down with Isabelle Guarino from Residential Assisted Living Academy to take a deep dive into how Residential Assisted Living works, why it’s beneficial and how an investor can succeed. They chat about ...
The New Paradigm for Getting Approved
For real estate investors seeking the lowest-cost financing and funding in the New Paradigm, knowledge of the new rules is key. Business credit is the lifeblood of real estate investing and business entrepreneurship. It’s the fuel that powers dreams into reality. Yet, for many real estate investors and business go-getters, ...
Building Wealth with BRRRR: Why Your Lender Matters
A lender who understands the BRRRR method can help you navigate the process with more confidence, potentially secure better loan terms, and achieve your goals more quickly. The BRRRR method (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) is a popular real estate investment strategy that allows you to build a strong portfolio ...
Think Realty Podcast #309 – Self-Directed Ira’s: A Game for the Future
If you’re a real estate investor and you are NOT using the tax-free strategies with the self-directed IRA, you’re missing out on one of the greatest opportunities that we’ve had in our lifetime according to Eddie Wilson! Eddie sat down with our newest Resident Expert, Tara Bogard, to discuss all ...
Top 10 Tips for Negotiating the Best Real Estate Deals
An article series on navigating the private lending world In the world of real estate, negotiation skills are crucial for success. Whether you’re a buyer, seller, or investor, the ability to negotiate effectively can make a significant difference in the outcome of a deal. Mastering the art of negotiation in ...
8 Ways Investors Can Use Backyard Design to Drive ROI
Creating an optimized and functional backyard can significantly enhance the appeal and value of a property. An essential strategy for real estate investors who want to maximize return on investment is to enhance both the aesthetic appeal and the usability of outdoor spaces. Doing so can increase the property’s market ...
Dallas Rental Properties – Why Investing in Dallas Real Estate Is A Smart Choice?
Many investors wonder if Dallas, Texas is a good spot to buy rental properties. It's not an easy question to answer because the best places to invest can differ based on what each person wants and aims for. Dallas, located right in the middle of Texas, is a big city ...
Designing Reuse: Shipping Containers
An innovative resuse approach involves repurposing shipping containers into homes and commercial structures. In an era of sustainability and resourcefulness, using prior structures has emerged as a powerful tool in the realm of design and development. Adaptive reuse approaches are vast, from the restoration of historic landmarks to the transformation ...
Think Realty Podcast #308 – My First Deal Was a Grand Slam, and It Was the Absolute Worst!
Most investors remember their first investment as a learning experience, but for Adonis Lockett, his first investment was a grand slam… and he said it was the worst! Eddie chatted with Adonis about how he left his full-time job as a rocket scientist to pursue real estate and how his ...
Blending Modern and Classic Design Elements
Knowing how to combine various elements creates timeless and affordable interiors. Whether you are investing in a property to rehab and flip or want to attract quality tenants to a rental, the design you choose matters. You’ll likely want something that isn’t dated, but following every new design trend can ...
Trends in Home Design for 2024 A Colorful and Romantic Renaissance
From vibrant colors to romantic flourishes, 2024 design trends invite us to rediscover the joy of living amid artistry and elegance. As we settle into 2024, the world of interior design is witnessing a vibrant shift. Gone are the days of subdued grays; this year heralds a resurgence of warmth ...
Critical Roles on a Syndication or Fund Management Team
00:06:25 | In this episode, Flip and Dani take a closer look at the roles that make up a syndication or fund management team. They talk about each role and what it does in a high level overview to give you an idea of the responsibilities involved in these types ...
What’s More Important – The Deal or the Sponsorship Team?
00:06:06 | A bad team can even ruin a good deal. There's too many people that go in and want to find a deal and they might find one, but didn't take the opportunity to vet the sponsorship team. Doing your due diligence on the sponsorship team is way more ...
48 Unit – Creating the Business Plan
00:09:55 | In this informational episode, Flip and Dani teach you on how they drafted the initial business plan for a 48-unit deal they are slated to close on next month ...
How to Make Rentals Senior Friendly
As the U.S. population ages, the demand for rental properties that cater to the unique needs of seniors is on the rise. In recent years, the burden of homeownership is something that an increasing number of retirees are opting out of. With larger numbers of renters and tenants in their ...
The Pros and Cons of Refacing Cabinets When the Budget Is Tight
As budgets have tightened over the last few years, cabinet refacing has begun to grow in popularity. Not long ago, the idea of refacing a cabinet seemed almost like a custom project—something to be pursued only if you were looking for a unique style or color you couldn’t find in ...
