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What makes every REL Freedom story exciting and interesting is that everyone is taking a different approach to building their income and wealth. For Jack Duffley, he's using a few different techniques and combinations on his journey to financial independence. By day, Jack is an attorney who recently opened his own practice after spending time previously working for a large law firm doing commercial real estate work. Outside of that, he's worked at a few different real estate investing projects, having done a house hack and had various rentals in Chicago, Houston, and Indianapolis. Understanding the need to diversify and grow his income, he also acquired a steam cleaning business doing $300k/yr in revenue and recently hired a manager to run most of that so that he can remain hands off. Jack is also the author of "The One Property Retirement: A Simple Strategy for Building Your Nest Egg" in addition to documenting his journey to grow his Net Worth on ...

Are you looking for a way to invest in real estate much more passively without all the hassle of managing a property and executing on the strategy? A real estate syndication might be the perfect investment option for you. Let's discuss what real estate syndications are and why they're a great choice for passive investors.

What is a Syndication?

In simple terms, a syndication is a group investment in a real estate property. It allows a group of investors to pool their money together to invest in a property (known as limited partners), while one or more real estate professionals manage the property and execute a strategy (known as general partners). Investors who join syndication get to enjoy the benefits of investing in real estate without having to be actively involved in the management of the property.

Types Of Syndications

Because a syndication is a selling of a security, the IRS wants to make sure that things are set-up property. Without going too deep into the weeds, a...

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Conor Kelly was earning more than $100k per year as a plumber, but while the pay was great, he was not loving the lifestyle that he was ever actually going to be striving for. Realizing that there was an opportunity in property, Conor made the jump and changed careers, obtaining his real estate license and diving into the social media marketing world. Conor committed to producing two TikToks a day for two years, something that was an enormous return on investment.

With more than 30k TikTok followers, Conor used his social media following to build a thriving real estate business and closed 57 transactions in the first year alone. He is now a successful real estate broker who has a total of 25 agents working in the Vancouver market that he manages and teaches how to achieve his level of success. Conor is also the host of the Big Deal Real Estate Podcast in which he gives advice and tips on how to succeed in the real estate business.

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Alison Alston's career in real estate is a compelling and one-of-a-kind one. She was raised by a family that did fix & flips and buy & holds, and she was taught the rewards of real estate investing at a young age, watching how it could build wealth that spanned generations. But Alison went another way after college, becoming very successful in the education and donor relations fields in the Northeast.

But a need to cut back on traveling prompted her to move to Charlotte, NC, and she chose to become a real estate professional. Alison became part of a real estate team that was ideal for her skills and aspirations. Two years as an agent, and a unique and thrilling opportunity arose—she could buy the very team she joined.

In this episode hosted by Mike Swenson, we discussed:

• How Alison took the same approach from her background in client relations to her real estate business and found success
• Learning a new career at the age of 32
  
• How Alison doubl...

 When you're looking to build your investment portfolio, too many times we see people try to do it all themselves. They often tend to get overwhelmed by all that they don't know, and end up not taking any action. It's important to remember that you have very powerful people that can help you get closer to your goals much faster than doing it by yourself.

So just like a three legged stool, there are three key legs to your real estate investor team, and this applies whether you live in that city or not.

#1) An Investor-Focused Real Estate Agent

There are a lot of fantastic real estate agents out there in the residential space, and some of them have investors they work with on the side, yet if you're looking for top notch knowledge and experience to give you the best opportunity for success, it's a great idea to find somebody that works primarily with investment real estate.

In many cases (not all), the buyers agent commission gets paid out of the commission the seller pays to the l...

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Jeff Hotz is one of the premier franchisees of "We Buy Ugly Houses" (HomeVestors of America, Inc.), the nation's largest home buyer. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Jeff has been running his HomeVestors franchise since 2013, helping hundreds of homeowners sell their homes quickly and easily.

Prior to his entry into real estate, Jeff was a US Navy veteran and Marine. Learning discipline and drive to succeed from his time in the military prepared him for the high-pressure real estate investing business. Jeff shares how being a part of a successful franchise such as "We Buy Ugly Houses" has been key in establishing his investing business and establishing a strong real estate portfolio.

Throughout the interview, Jeff discusses how he has refined his techniques throughout the years due to shifting markets. He also discusses the various exit strategies utilized by his franchise—Assign, Wholesale, Wholetail, Retail, and Rental—and how his private money and in-house...

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Meet Scott Carson, also popularly known as "The Note Guy," a highly experienced mortgage, finance, and banking expert with more than 20 years of experience. Scott has since 2001 established himself as a force to be reckoned with when it comes to real estate investing, particularly buying distressed debt. Scott has more than $1 billion in distressed debt purchased and hundreds of notes purchased in 20-30 states. Scott's experience is unmatched.

As the CEO and Founder of We Close Notes, located in Austin, Texas, Scott is the leader of a high-energy team dedicated to assisting investors in making money on non-performing notes. Scott is also the host of the extremely popular "The Note Closers Show" and the extremely popular "Note Night in America," where he imparts his extensive knowledge to hungry investors. In addition to being a host, Scott is also a highly sought-after speaker, teacher, and coach who is frequently a featured speaker at real estate in...

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Mike Kaeding is on a mission to revolutionize America's housing sector by changing the way apartments are built and run. When Mike took over his family business after his father's untimely death, he didn't fit the typical profile of the industry. Instead, he brought his fresh thinking and inquisitiveness to challenge established questions and create new procedures.

As CEO of Norhart, Mike has succeeded in building a company that does things differently—and better—than most. Norhart's innovative method of building apartment buildings for 20-30% less than anyone else is seriously tackling the housing shortage. Cost savings are just one aspect, however. Mike is deeply committed to building an extraordinary company culture. By recruiting 14 recruiters to scour the nation for the best and brightest, importing construction workers from across the U.S. on airplanes, and offering perks like unlimited time off, Norhart has become an industry magnet for the b...

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Discover how to unlock hidden tax savings in your real estate investments with expert Jodi Nielsen, Sr. Account Executive at Cost Segregation Services Inc. (CSSI). In this episode, Jodi demystifies the power of cost segregation studies, explaining how they can accelerate up to 40% of a building's depreciation—turning potential tax liabilities into profitable opportunities. Learn how investors can save $40-80K for every $500K invested, freeing up capital to grow your wealth faster.

With over 40,000 studies conducted, CSSI is a leader in this field, and Jodi's insights are invaluable for both novice and seasoned investors. From the basics of cost segregation to identifying who can benefit the most, Jodi provides actionable advice to help you optimize your real estate portfolio. Don't miss this chance to enhance your financial strategy and maximize your returns!

In this episode hosted by Mike Swenson, we discussed:

• The top benefits of having a cos
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Jeremy Dyer as he shares his transformative journey from active real estate investor to a successful passive investor and capital raiser. After thriving in sales at ADP and diving into the world of fix-and-flips, Jeremy found himself overwhelmed by the relentless demands of active investing. Seeking a better path, he discovered the power of passive investing through syndications, allowing him to enjoy the rewards of real estate without the daily grind.

Now a passive investor in 24 deals, spanning 4,000+ doors and $400M in assets across 8 states and 4 asset classes, Jeremy has turned his experience and connections into a thriving capital-raising business. Learn how he balances investing, running Starting Point Capital, and family life with 4 kids, all while leveraging his expertise to help others achieve financial freedom. This episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to transition from active to passive investing or explore the world of c...