Property Prophets

Travis Wells
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Welcome to "Property Prophets," the ultimate podcast for real estate enthusiasts and investors. I'm your host, Travis Wells, and I'm thrilled to have you join me every single week as we dive into the world of property profits. In each episode, we bring on a specialist who excels in a specific area of real estate. Whether it's retail, big commercial properties, luxury real estate, flipping houses, or even land development, we've got you covered. Our guests are true masters of their craft, and they're here to share their expertise, insights, and success stories with you. But it doesn't stop there. At the end of each podcast, we have a special segment where our mastermind group joins in. This group is filled with avid learners and aspiring investors who bring their real-time, real-life questions for our guests. Together, we create an engaging Q&A session that provides practical knowledge and solutions for everyone. Join us on "Property Prophets" as we explore the intricacies of the real estate industry and unlock the secrets to property profits. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this podcast is designed to inspire, educate, and empower you to achieve your goals in the world of real estate. So, don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from the best in the business. Tune in to "Property Prophets" and let's embark on this exciting journey together!

  1. 4d ago

    Full-Time Mobile Home Park Operator

    Send us Fan Mail Chasing every “good deal” is the fastest way to build a scattered business and a stressed-out calendar. We get real about what changed when we stopped doing single-family and went all in on mobile home parks and RV parks, even though the tempting leads still show up. The payoff is focus: more consistent execution on acquisitions, due diligence, operations, and the unglamorous work that actually drives cash flow. We walk through what full-time park operations looks like in practice, especially if you run a value-add strategy. That includes finding deals that match clear parameters, buying and placing homes, handling installation with the right process, then selling homes or structuring exits like lease options. We also share how constant marketing and daily calls with park owners turn into something bigger than a one-off transaction, a compounding network that feeds the next deal. From there, we break down the vertical stack that keeps everything inside the same lane: a growing property management company, park listings handled by people who actually understand parks, and the licenses that support doing the work the right way (broker, retailer, installer, and working toward in-house financing). You will also hear why some park listings should stay private, how a buyers list gets built one conversation at a time, and why competence matters when you are dealing with specialized assets. If you are trying to decide what to focus on, this is a clear look at how one niche can support multiple income streams without losing direction. Subscribe for more real-world park operator talk, share this with a real estate friend who is spread too thin, and leave a review with the lane you are choosing next. Support the show 🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe to Property Prophets for more valuable insights and captivating conversations with real estate experts. Your support means the world to us! Follow Travis on social media for even more Real Estate Advice: www.facebook.com/travis.wells.7587 Instagram :  / travisclaywells  ​ TikTok: / travisclaywells  ​ Linkedin: / traviscwells

  2. Oct 26

    Twenty Conversations A Day

    Send us Fan Mail Revenue doesn’t usually disappear in one dramatic moment. It leaks out when we quietly stop doing the simplest thing that creates opportunities: talking to people. I share a personal pattern I’ve watched repeat in my own business, especially in real estate investing and mobile home park acquisitions. Any time I step away from daily calls and real conversations, the numbers follow me down, even when I’ve got employees and systems in place. That’s why I built a straightforward conversation tracker using Claude. Not as a flashy “AI can do everything” trick, but as a practical tool that keeps me honest. The rule is simple: aim for 20 real conversations a day, not 20 dials. I break those conversations into the people that actually move my business forward, like park owners, mobile homeowners, management companies, and coaching leads, and I log them with quick toggles so I can see a clear scoreboard every day. We also talk about the difference between activity and results, why “busy” can be a trap, and how a small bit of tracking can buy you real freedom by keeping your pipeline full. If your income depends on business development, sales calls, partnerships, or deal flow, this episode gives you a clean way to measure what matters and stick to it. Subscribe to the Property Profits Podcast, share this with a friend who needs more deal flow, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway. Support the show 🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe to Property Prophets for more valuable insights and captivating conversations with real estate experts. Your support means the world to us! Follow Travis on social media for even more Real Estate Advice: www.facebook.com/travis.wells.7587 Instagram :  / travisclaywells  ​ TikTok: / travisclaywells  ​ Linkedin: / traviscwells

  3. Oct 22

    Mobile Home Scam-Proof Checklist

    Send us Fan Mail One bad mobile home deal can look “almost done” right up until the moment you realize the seller will not sign the transfer paperwork, the title does not match the unit, or the person on the phone is not the real owner. I’m Travis Wells, and I’m laying out the exact process I use to buy used mobile homes in Texas while reducing the odds of getting scammed. This comes straight from real transactions, real friction, and the kind of lessons you only learn after you’ve had to walk away. We start with boots-on-the-ground due diligence that does not require me to personally spend all day driving around. I’ll pay someone $50 to $100 to walk the home, film a video walkthrough, and call out what they see: soft floors, weird smells, mold signals, ceiling leaks, and anything that screams hidden damage. Then we get obsessive about documentation, especially clear photos and the serial number, because the fastest way to get burned is to buy the “wrong” unit on paper. From there, we go into verification and paperwork. I explain how I use the TDHCA website to check the statement of ownership, why mismatched details are a red flag, and how I confirm who I’m actually dealing with using ID checks and entity lookups through public records. We also talk money: I will not wire funds before the bill of sale and TDHCA transfer paperwork are signed, and I’ll walk away if a seller tries to force an unsafe timeline. Finally, I share the logistics that make moves succeed inside mobile home parks, including utility marking, pad prep, and avoiding easement mistakes that can kill permits. If you want a clear mobile home buying checklist focused on fraud prevention, title verification, and practical acquisition systems, hit subscribe, share this with a friend who’s buying homes, and leave a review with your biggest due diligence question. Support the show 🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe to Property Prophets for more valuable insights and captivating conversations with real estate experts. Your support means the world to us! Follow Travis on social media for even more Real Estate Advice: www.facebook.com/travis.wells.7587 Instagram :  / travisclaywells  ​ TikTok: / travisclaywells  ​ Linkedin: / traviscwells

  4. Oct 14

    Lease Fast After The Move

    Send us Fan Mail A great mobile home deal feels like the finish line, but it’s really the starting gun. After the wire, the move, and the setup, the question that decides whether your numbers work is simple: how do you get that home leased fast without creating bigger problems later. I’m Travis Wells, and I’m sharing the exact leasing playbook we’re using in our mobile home parks to turn new inventory into steady monthly cash flow. We dig into why we lean on lease options right now, how that compares to rent-to-own risks, and what it looks like to build toward originating our own notes the right way. You’ll hear the practical marketing moves that bring in real renters in affordable housing markets, especially how local Facebook groups can outperform most platforms when your post is short, specific, and different from the spam everyone scrolls past. I also explain when I step in personally to post for extra traction and how my team uses the responses to schedule showings. Then we get tactical on the remote property management workflow: setting clear requirements, requesting ID before appointments as a seriousness and safety filter, verifying income with pay stubs, and running a third-party background check. We close with mobile home rental pricing strategy, including how to read the market, choose a smart starting rent, and use feedback to fix what’s actually blocking leasing rather than guessing. If you’re investing in mobile homes, mobile home parks, or building a repeatable tenant screening system, this one gives you a clean process you can copy. Subscribe to Property Profits Podcast, share this with an investor friend, and leave a review with your biggest challenge in getting units filled. Support the show 🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe to Property Prophets for more valuable insights and captivating conversations with real estate experts. Your support means the world to us! Follow Travis on social media for even more Real Estate Advice: www.facebook.com/travis.wells.7587 Instagram :  / travisclaywells  ​ TikTok: / travisclaywells  ​ Linkedin: / traviscwells

  5. Oct 8

    The One-Week Rehab Rule

    Send us Fan Mail A cheap mobile home can be the most expensive thing you buy if it steals your time. We’re getting flooded with leads, and I’m actively buying to fill pads, keep occupancy strong, and deploy cash with a clear purpose. That urgency forces a simple question on every deal: will this unit be rentable fast, or will it turn into a weeks-long project that blocks better opportunities? I walk you through two real examples. One looks decent inside but has ugly exterior issues, a water leak, and animal damage underneath. Even at a steep discount, the “tin can” trailer still feels like a pass because the timeline is the real cost. Then I share the trade-in I did accept, why the photos misled us, what we found on the walkthrough, and how we renegotiated a discount to keep the numbers sane. If you’re doing mobile home park infill, this is the exact mindset that keeps you buying consistently without drowning in rehab. You’ll also hear my straightforward buy criteria for mobile home investing: generally 1990 or newer, livable when you walk in, around $15,000 or less because moving and setup can run $6,000 to $8,000, and no more than about a week of repairs. We talk about matching your spend to your market rents, why a $60k unit can break the economic model, and where the leads actually come from, including bird dogs and Facebook DMs. If you’ve been chasing deals but keep ending up with problems, listen closely, then share this with a friend who needs a cleaner buy box. Subscribe, leave a review, and send me your biggest time-wasting deal mistake so we can learn from it together. Support the show 🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe to Property Prophets for more valuable insights and captivating conversations with real estate experts. Your support means the world to us! Follow Travis on social media for even more Real Estate Advice: www.facebook.com/travis.wells.7587 Instagram :  / travisclaywells  ​ TikTok: / travisclaywells  ​ Linkedin: / traviscwells

  6. Oct 3

    The Top Maintenance Calls In RV Parks

    Send us Fan Mail The fastest way to lose money in an RV park isn’t some exotic market shift, it’s the same handful of phone calls that hit owners over and over. We get real about what actually floods the inbox once you’re operating: RV pedestal power problems, water leaks, and the never-ending stream of “I didn’t use that much” utility complaints. If you’re serious about RV park investing or mobile home park investing, this is the unglamorous playbook that protects your cash flow. We walk through why pedestal electrical issues pop up a few times a month, what a good electrician is checking for, and why tightening connections and verifying voltage is about safety as much as service. We also talk water leaks, how often they show up across multiple parks, and why having a dependable handyman or maintenance tech on a predictable rate beats scrambling every time a line bursts. Then we get into utility billing and resident disputes: how we document meter reads with photos, when automated meter reading helps, and why water billing can become such a headache that the smartest move is sometimes to raise rent and include water. We close with the lesson we learned the expensive way: without contract rates and trusted vendors, one holiday call can wipe out a big chunk of your monthly income. If you’re buying a park or already operating one, hit play, share this with a partner, and subscribe for more practical property management lessons. If the episode helps, leave a quick review and tell us what maintenance call you get the most. Support the show 🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe to Property Prophets for more valuable insights and captivating conversations with real estate experts. Your support means the world to us! Follow Travis on social media for even more Real Estate Advice: www.facebook.com/travis.wells.7587 Instagram :  / travisclaywells  ​ TikTok: / travisclaywells  ​ Linkedin: / traviscwells

  7. Oct 1

    Stop Overpaying On Park Infill

    Send us Fan Mail Thinking about filling empty pads in a mobile home park or RV park? One bad assumption can quietly torch your budget: believing you need a licensed plumber for every piece of infill work. We walk through a practical, real-operator approach to cutting infill costs while staying compliant, starting with a simple habit that changes everything: calling the county and asking exactly what requires a permit and what truly requires a licensed trade. That single checklist can keep you from paying premium rates for tasks that don’t legally demand it, while still protecting you on the items inspectors actually care about, like backflow preventers. We also dig into the difference between “licensed” and “qualified.” A trusted, experienced handyman can often handle allowed plumbing and site work at a lower cost, especially if you pay a licensed pro to review or sign off where needed. Then we tell a painful but useful story about a city pulling utility meters and pushing the responsibility back onto the park owner. Quotes came in around $40,000 to $50,000 until the job got rethought, compared, and scoped with reality instead of fear. Finally, we connect the field decisions to the spreadsheet. Your mobile home park valuation is driven by NOI, and overspending on infill can drag returns for years. We explain how we book infill-related improvements as CapEx rather than repairs so the P&L stays readable and your repair ratios don’t get distorted by growth projects. If you found this helpful, subscribe, share it with another park owner, and leave a review with your best infill money-saving lesson. Support the show 🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe to Property Prophets for more valuable insights and captivating conversations with real estate experts. Your support means the world to us! Follow Travis on social media for even more Real Estate Advice: www.facebook.com/travis.wells.7587 Instagram :  / travisclaywells  ​ TikTok: / travisclaywells  ​ Linkedin: / traviscwells

  8. Sep 27

    How To Find Cheap Mobile Homes

    Send us Fan Mail Most mobile home “deals” are invisible until you create them. I’m sharing the exact process I use to consistently buy manufactured homes at prices that make sense for infill lots, including how I’ve landed homes that end up under $25,000 all in per spot after moving and setup. We walk through my non-negotiable buy box for mobile home investing: I stick to 1990 or newer, I refuse soft floors and weird smells, and I want something that looks livable at first glance. I also explain why three bedroom two bath units matter so much for demand, and why I’m fine with cosmetic fixes like carpet and paint but pass on anything that turns into a real rehab. Then I break down the sourcing stack and the follow-up game that actually creates discounts. I talk about using OfferUp, Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace when it’s available, and selective wholesalers, plus bird dogs and social media to keep leads coming in. The real tactic is simple but powerful: make your offer, plant the seed, and follow up every week until the seller is ready to move. If you’re trying to buy affordable housing inventory, fill park lots, or just get better at negotiating off-market style deals, this gives you a clear, repeatable system you can copy. Subscribe to Property Profits Podcast, share this with someone hunting for their next deal, and leave an honest review telling me what you think. Support the show 🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe to Property Prophets for more valuable insights and captivating conversations with real estate experts. Your support means the world to us! Follow Travis on social media for even more Real Estate Advice: www.facebook.com/travis.wells.7587 Instagram :  / travisclaywells  ​ TikTok: / travisclaywells  ​ Linkedin: / traviscwells

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Welcome to "Property Prophets," the ultimate podcast for real estate enthusiasts and investors. I'm your host, Travis Wells, and I'm thrilled to have you join me every single week as we dive into the world of property profits. In each episode, we bring on a specialist who excels in a specific area of real estate. Whether it's retail, big commercial properties, luxury real estate, flipping houses, or even land development, we've got you covered. Our guests are true masters of their craft, and they're here to share their expertise, insights, and success stories with you. But it doesn't stop there. At the end of each podcast, we have a special segment where our mastermind group joins in. This group is filled with avid learners and aspiring investors who bring their real-time, real-life questions for our guests. Together, we create an engaging Q&A session that provides practical knowledge and solutions for everyone. Join us on "Property Prophets" as we explore the intricacies of the real estate industry and unlock the secrets to property profits. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this podcast is designed to inspire, educate, and empower you to achieve your goals in the world of real estate. So, don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from the best in the business. Tune in to "Property Prophets" and let's embark on this exciting journey together!

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  • Creator
    Travis Wells
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    273
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Property Prophets
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