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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown

Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate!—a podcast that will shatter the HGTV-induced veneer of real estate, and celebrate the challenges of working in this wild, wacky business. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com DM Leigh Brown on Instagram: @leighthomasbrown DM Leigh Brown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeighBrownSpeaker/ DM Leigh Brown on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighthomasbrown/ Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast: https://www.leighbrown.com/podcast/real-estate-from-the-rooftops
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Dec 29, 2022

Today, we're exploring the mortgage side of real estate and why it's better to invest in fixed assets with Brian Grubbs. You’ll also learn an unbelievable story of a seller that dies during closing. Learn what happens next when you tune in to this episode!

 

Key takeaways to listen for

  • Real estate market and mortgage rate predictions
  • Benefits of owning and investing in hard assets
  • Reasons to update your last will and testament
  • Why now is an excellent time to buy your dream house

 

Resources mentioned in this episode

BlackRock

 

About Brian Grubbs

Brian is the president and owner of Raleigh Mortgage Group. He is one of the state's top mortgage brokers, and his leadership has seen his company through the mortgage crisis, allowing it to grow and thrive while others have closed.

With over 24 years of mortgage experience and relationships with some of the world's largest wholesale and portfolio lenders, Brian assists his customers in obtaining the most competitive interest rates and closing costs available while providing solutions to nearly any situation that may arise during a transaction.

 

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Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

Subscribe to Leigh’s other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops

 

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How to Dominate During This Recession!

Enroll Now to get ahead of the curve and learn how to manage changing markets, the action steps for what to do, and most importantly, what to say so that you can secure listings, assist more buyers, and grow your business no matter what the market is doing.

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Dec 22, 2022

Grab your pen and paper and be ready to write down actionable investing tips from Alex Jarbo in today's episode as we chat about short-term rentals. So tune in, get ahead of trends, and unlock the secrets to a profitable and recession-resistant investment today!

 

Key takeaways to listen for

  • Advantages of constructing your own rental property
  • Tips and tools to secure a short-term rental permit
  • Strategies for a successful short-term rental investment
  • How to remotely manage your rental properties

 

Resources mentioned in this episode

 

About Alex Jarbo

Alex is a short-term rental developer and manager, host of the YouTube Channel Alex Builds, and founder of Sargon Investments. From building his first short-term rental property, he has scaled up his investment firm by continuously developing and investing in unique properties. With a unique business model, the perfect team, and being able to bring the experience to the property itself, he is closer to achieving his goal of developing 650 cabins.

 

Connect with Alex

 

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

Subscribe to Leigh’s other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops

 

Sponsors

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Start your free, all-access trial today. There’s no credit card required. For a limited time, Follow Up Boss is doubling the free trial for CSIRE listeners—that’s a full 30 days to see how Follow Up Boss helps you close more deals.

LINK: Followupboss.com/crazy

 

Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training
How to Dominate During This Recession!

Enroll Now to get ahead of the curve and learn how to manage changing markets, the action steps for what to do, and most importantly, what to say so that you can secure listings, assist more buyers, and grow your business no matter what the market is doing.

Link: http://dominatethisrecession.com

Dec 15, 2022

Enjoy today's episode with successful investor Jennings Smith as we chat about tips to work smarter, not harder, so you can close deals, build your network, and scale your business. He also shares an unbelievable story about how he turned a property around and made extraordinary returns!

 

Key takeaways to listen for

  • The transformative power of value-add real estate investing
  • Networking and capital raising: Challenges, tips, and tricks
  • Strategies to acquire a self-storage facility on your own
  • How much equity should you own in an investment property?

 

Resources mentioned in this episode

 

About Jennings Smith

Jennings has closed a total of $60M from commercial real estate in less than three years without using his own money. He also purchased a distraught 208-unit apartment that was 50 percent vacant with $2M in deferred maintenance, and the all-in cost was less than $8M. It is now appraised at $13M 19 months later. He also built the fastest-growing multifamily-based FB page, with 23,000 members in just a year and a half. He has also taught students how to close over $100M deals.

 

Connect with Jennings

 

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

Subscribe to Leigh’s other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops

 

Sponsors

Follow Up Boss

Start your free, all-access trial today. There’s no credit card required. For a limited time, Follow Up Boss is doubling the free trial for CSIRE listeners—that’s a full 30 days to see how Follow Up Boss helps you close more deals.

LINK: Followupboss.com/crazy

 

Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training
How to Dominate During This Recession!

Enroll Now to get ahead of the curve and learn how to manage changing markets, the action steps for what to do, and most importantly, what to say so that you can secure listings, assist more buyers, and grow your business no matter what the market is doing.

Link: http://dominatethisrecession.com

Dec 8, 2022

Hear from one of real estate’s best when you tune in to this episode as we chat with mortgage loan officer Tracy Hayes. Keep listening to hear about the importance of making good loans and finding the best loan officer, plus a wild story that’ll make you realize you need an investment sustainability plan!

 

Key takeaways to listen for

  • Why you should have a real estate sustainability plan
  • Strategies to avoid investing mistakes in volatile markets
  • How much do loan officers have to make to be financially stable?
  • The significance of finding the right loan officers

 

Resources mentioned in this episode

 

About Tracy Hayes

Tracy has over 20 years of professional experience in various sales and sales management positions. He has worked with start-up companies as well as large organizations and has been able to utilize those experiences in his work today. 

For the first 13 years, he worked for the country's top 2 direct retail mortgage lenders. Originating thousands of mortgages from many different states, FHA, VA Fannie and Freddie Mac for clients from all demographics. Today he works for the lender of a National Publicly Traded Builder in one of the hottest Real Estate Markets in the country.

 

Connect with Tracy

 

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

Subscribe to Leigh’s other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops

 

Sponsors

Follow Up Boss

Start your free, all-access trial today. There’s no credit card required. For a limited time, Follow Up Boss is doubling the free trial for CSIRE listeners—that’s a full 30 days to see how Follow Up Boss helps you close more deals.

LINK: Followupboss.com/crazy

 

Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training
How to Dominate During This Recession!

Enroll Now to get ahead of the curve and learn how to manage changing markets, the action steps for what to do, and most importantly, what to say so that you can secure listings, assist more buyers, and grow your business no matter what the market is doing.

Link: http://dominatethisrecession.com

Dec 1, 2022

Gain access to knowledge that’ll accelerate your business with Matthew Ablakan as we dive into creative wealth-building strategies that shape the real estate industry. He also shares a wild story about self-sabotaging investors and a home with a giant hare, so don’t miss today’s episode!

 

Key takeaways to listen for

  • The problem with systems of oppression and control
  • Importance of establishing an earning mindset from a young age
  • Why do we experience construction project delays?
  • Real estate investing tips for creating sustainable wealth
  • How to avoid self-sabotaging decisions in today’s market

 

Resources mentioned in this episode

 

Do you want to take the necessary steps toward financial freedom? Visit www.FinancialFreedomClub.ca/ebook and claim a free e-book copy of Matthew’s book and learn the secrets of the world’s top leaders today!

 

About Matthew Ablakan

Matthew is the founder and owner of the Millennial’s Choice Group of Companies. He has earned numerous degrees, including a Bachelor's in Education, an Honourary Degree in Law and Society, a Real Estate Broker License, a Mortgage Broker License, and a Life Insurance Agent License.

 

Connect with Matthew

 

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

Subscribe to Leigh’s other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops

 

Sponsors

Follow Up Boss

Start your free, all-access trial today. There’s no credit card required. For a limited time, Follow Up Boss is doubling the free trial for CSIRE listeners—that’s a full 30 days to see how Follow Up Boss helps you close more deals.

LINK: Followupboss.com/crazy

 

Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training
How to Dominate During This Recession!

Enroll Now to get ahead of the curve and learn how to manage changing markets, the action steps for what to do, and most importantly, what to say so that you can secure listings, assist more buyers, and grow your business no matter what the market is doing.

Link: http://dominatethisrecession.com

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