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Real Estate Investing | Real Estate Power Play Podcast with Mark Monroe and Gabe Rodarte
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Real Estate Power Play Podcast with Mark Monroe and Gabe Rodarte, is an active Real Estate Investors podcast providing real estate strategies on how to purchase property with very little or no money down. How to find buyers, How to work with private lenders, and How to locate off-market deals. We discuss actual active deals. We also discuss how to implement systems and grow your business with your team. **Mark Monroe, the #1 best-selling author, Mark turned his career to Real Estate Banking & Investing. For over 25 years, Mark successfully completed real estate & business transactions totaling over $400 million. During this time, Mark also founded several businesses within multiple sectors including real estate finance, small business lending, and advertising. Mark’s wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry is unrivaled. He is directly involved with all aspects, including real estate acquisition, disposition, and building business. Mark’s strengths as a business and financial expert work in perfect harmony with partners. Connect with Mark: www.mark-monroe.com  **Gabriel “Gabe” Rodarte is a residential and commercial real estate investor in Texas. Gabe specializes in applying his expertise and market knowledge in hundreds of real estate transactions, not limited to wholesaling, flipping, rentals, Mobile home parks, RV Parks, raising private funding, and more for commercial offices, industrial, retail, and multifamily properties. Gabe thrives on sharing his deal-cutting knowledge, assisting others to grow their businesses, and continuing to support them as they achieve greater success. He continues to cultivate and add new relationships to his network, to this day. Connect with Gabe: https://www.facebook.com/gabe.rodarte.9

  1. EP175 | RA Check Book

    MAY 20

    EP175 | RA Check Book

    Nick Sahagun from Safeguard Advisors joins Mark Monroe to break down how investors can use IRA Check Book Control and Solo 401(k)s to invest in real estate, creative financing, note investing, real estate development projects, fix & flips, rentals, and other alternative assets while maximizing powerful tax advantages. Topics Covered: ✓ IRA Check Book Control Explained ✓ Self-Directed IRA & Solo 401(k) Strategies ✓ Investing Retirement Funds into Real Estate ✓ Creative Financing Note Investing ✓ Real Estate Development Opportunities ✓ Tax-Free & Tax-Deferred Wealth Building ✓ Using Retirement Funds for Fix & Flips ✓  Backdoor Roth IRA Strategies ✓ Asset Protection & LLC Structuring ✓  Speed & Flexibility with Checkbook Control Nick shares how investors can take control of their retirement funds and put their money to work in assets they already understand instead of relying solely on traditional Wall Street investments. SPECIAL PROMOTION  Book a call using the link below and receive a 50% OFF Setup Fee on your IRA Check Book Control setup! Schedule Here: https://calendly.com/nsahagun-9cf2/monroe-network-safeguard-self-directed-intro?month=2026-05 If you’re looking to build wealth through creative finance, note investing, and real estate development using retirement funds, this episode is packed with value. #CheckbookIRA #NickSahagun #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate  #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast

    37 min
  2. EP174 | Entrepreneur & Real Estate Advice

    APR 13

    EP174 | Entrepreneur & Real Estate Advice

    Chris Rood joins Mark Monroe on the Real Estate Power Play Podcast by Mark Monroe for a powerful, no-BS conversation  This episode dives deep into what it really takes to succeed in real estate and entrepreneurship, no fluff, no shortcuts, just real experience. Chris shares his journey from early hustling and flipping his first deal before the 2008 crash to building multiple 7-figure businesses… along with the hard lessons most people aren’t talking about.  Key takeaways from this episode:  ✔️ Why wholesaling is the BEST place to start  ✔️ The step-by-step progression to building real wealth  ✔️ How to pivot when the market shifts  ✔️ The truth about gurus and bad information  ✔️ Why most people don’t make it in this business One major takeaway    “You never lose, you only learn.” If you’re serious about real estate, this is the kind of conversation you need to hear. #ChrisRood #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate  #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #CreditCardProcessing

    48 min
  3. EP173 | Seller Financing Notes

    MAR 19

    EP173 | Seller Financing Notes

    Nathan Turner joins host Mark Monroe on the Real Estate Power Play Podcast to talk all things Seller Financing Notes and the must-attend Note Expo this May in Nashville. This episode highlights why now is the time to get in the room with investors, note buyers, and deal makers who are actively doing business. In this episode: • Why attending the Note Expo can open doors to funding and deals • How investors are creating and profiting from seller financing notes • The power of networking with real buyers and capital sources If you’re serious about scaling with seller financing, this is the room you want to be in. Listen now and get plugged into the Note Expo this May. #NathanTurner #Notes #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate  #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #CreditCardProcessing #Note Expo

    34 min
  4. EP172 | Credit Card Processing

    FEB 25

    EP172 | Credit Card Processing

    Philip Holan, CEO of Payment Collect, joins host Mark Monroe on this episode of the Real Estate Power Play Podcast to break down the truth about credit card processing and merchant fees. If you’re a business owner or planning to become one, this episode is a must-listen. With over 20 years in the payment industry, Philip exposes what most merchants don’t know about interchange fees, hidden markups, auto-renewal contracts, equipment traps, and how processing companies really make their money. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How credit card processing actually works behind the scenes • Why merchants unknowingly overpay in fees • The dangers of long-term contracts and proprietary equipment • How to negotiate and lock in better processing rates • What to look for before choosing a merchant provider Philip also shares how Payment Collect integrates with QuickBooks and helps businesses reduce processing costs while maintaining full control. Listen now and learn where real commercial opportunities are being created. #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate  #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast  #PhilipHolan #PaymentProcessing

    42 min
  5. EP171 | IT’S NOT WHO YOU KNOW BUT WHO KNOWS YOU

    FEB 4

    EP171 | IT’S NOT WHO YOU KNOW BUT WHO KNOWS YOU

    Sean Murphy, Head of Growth at eXp Commercial, joins host Gabe Rodarte on this episode of the Real Estate Power Play Podcast to break down what’s really happening in commercial real estate nationwide. From brokerage consolidation to distressed opportunities, this conversation cuts through the noise and focuses on where investors and commercial advisors are winning right now. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why commercial sales are up despite market uncertainty • How the $1.6T debt maturity wall is creating opportunity • Where distressed assets and business brokerage are growing • Why finding a niche matters more than ever Sean shares how eXp Commercial is reshaping brokerage economics and what investors and brokers should be doing now to position themselves for the next wave. Listen now and learn where real commercial opportunities are being created. #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate  #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast  #CommercialRealEstate  #DistressedAssets #eXpCommercial #SeanMurphy

    52 min
  6. EP170 | Seller Financing Loan Servicing.

    JAN 28

    EP170 | Seller Financing Loan Servicing.

    Sohail Badruddin joins host Mark Monroe on this must-listen episode of the Real Estate Power Play Podcast titled “Seller Financing Loan Servicing.” With nearly 60 years of combined industry experience, Mark and Sohail deliver a no-fluff, highly educational breakdown of seller financing, subject-to transactions, and professional loan servicing, and why doing these deals incorrectly is putting investors, sellers, and borrowers at serious risk. What this episode covers: • Why seller liability never disappears in subject-to deals • How to properly structure compliant seller-financed notes • The real risks with FHA and VA loans • Why professional loan servicing matters Sohail brings deep insight from loan servicing, Fannie Mae, and compliance, while Mark shares real-world investor lessons you won’t hear from gurus. If you’re doing, or planning to do seller financing, wraps, or subject-to deals, this episode is essential listening. #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate  #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #taxStrategies #assetprotection

    50 min
  7. EP169 | Inside Private Capital

    JAN 19

    EP169 | Inside Private Capital

    Jay Conner joins host Mark Monroe on this powerful episode of the Real Estate Power Play Podcast to break down one of the most misunderstood, and profitable, aspects of real estate investing: private money. In this episode, Jay shares how the 2009 financial crisis forced him to rethink traditional bank funding and led him to raise over $2.15 million in private money in less than 90 days, without pitching deals, begging banks, or asking for money. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: • Private money vs. hard money (and why the difference matters) • How to fund 100% of your deals without banks • Why “get the deal first, the money will show up” is a dangerous myth • How to structure private lending safely and securely • The exact script Jay uses to get deals funded every time • How self-directed IRAs unlock capital from everyday people Jay explains why you should line up the money first, how desperation sabotages deals, and how to position yourself as the opportunity, not the borrower. If funding has ever been your bottleneck, this episode will completely change how you approach real estate investing. Tune in now and learn how true power players control the money before they control the deals. #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate  #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #taxStrategies #assetprotection

    36 min
  8. EP168 | Real Estate Tax Strategies

    12/18/2025

    EP168 | Real Estate Tax Strategies

    Brent Carlson breaks down real tax strategies every real estate investor should know before year-end. Mark Monroe sits down again with Brent Carlson, who specializes in real estate tax advantages, advanced tax strategies and proper LLC structuring to protect yourself. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Common tax mistakes investors make - Why December tax planning matters - How proper structuring can save tens of thousands - Legal strategies like depreciation, paying your kids, and the Augusta Rule - How investors overpay by working with CPAs who only file instead of plan  Want to speak with Brent directly?  Call 855-767-1977 If you’re a real estate investor or business owner who wants to legally reduce taxes, this episode is a must-listen. #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate  #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #taxStrategies

    40 min
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Real Estate Power Play Podcast with Mark Monroe and Gabe Rodarte, is an active Real Estate Investors podcast providing real estate strategies on how to purchase property with very little or no money down. How to find buyers, How to work with private lenders, and How to locate off-market deals. We discuss actual active deals. We also discuss how to implement systems and grow your business with your team. **Mark Monroe, the #1 best-selling author, Mark turned his career to Real Estate Banking & Investing. For over 25 years, Mark successfully completed real estate & business transactions totaling over $400 million. During this time, Mark also founded several businesses within multiple sectors including real estate finance, small business lending, and advertising. Mark’s wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry is unrivaled. He is directly involved with all aspects, including real estate acquisition, disposition, and building business. Mark’s strengths as a business and financial expert work in perfect harmony with partners. Connect with Mark: www.mark-monroe.com  **Gabriel “Gabe” Rodarte is a residential and commercial real estate investor in Texas. Gabe specializes in applying his expertise and market knowledge in hundreds of real estate transactions, not limited to wholesaling, flipping, rentals, Mobile home parks, RV Parks, raising private funding, and more for commercial offices, industrial, retail, and multifamily properties. Gabe thrives on sharing his deal-cutting knowledge, assisting others to grow their businesses, and continuing to support them as they achieve greater success. He continues to cultivate and add new relationships to his network, to this day. Connect with Gabe: https://www.facebook.com/gabe.rodarte.9

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    Real Estate Investing | Real Estate Power Play Podcast with Mark Monroe and Gabe Rodarte
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    176
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