The Messy Money Podcast

Courtney Fricke
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The Messy Money Podcast is about making money solving the messy problems in Real Estate—the deals, situations, and opportunities most investors overlook. Hosted by experienced Real Estate Investor Courtney Fricke, the show explores curative title, creative deals, distressed real estate, and the critical thinking behind solving complex problems for profit. The podcast also features Louisiana Real Estate Talks, a series focused on the issues shaping Louisiana Real Estate. Subscribe, leave a review, and connect at CourtneyFricke.com.

  1. 12h ago

    EP 132: Buying Inherited Property in Louisiana: Curative Title Strategies

    Can you buy inherited property in Louisiana before the succession is complete? What happens when heirs disagree, someone has judgments, or an unknown owner turns up? Inherited property can create some of the most complicated transactions in Louisiana Real Estate. But for investors and other real estate professionals who understand how to navigate these problems, complicated ownership and title issues can also create opportunities. In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, I sit down again with Louisiana Real Estate Attorney Jared Miguez of Arena Collective and Arena Law Firm to discuss advanced succession issues, curative title strategies, and the challenges of buying and selling inherited property in Louisiana. We go beyond the basics of the succession process and get into the real-world problems that can stop a transaction from closing. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Can you put inherited property under contract before a Louisiana succession is completed? Buying fractional ownership and an heir's interest in an estate What investors need to understand before purchasing partial interests How partition can become an option when co-owners cannot agree Buying property before versus after a Judgment of Possession How an heir's personal judgments can complicate a real estate transaction Estate debts versus debts belonging to individual heirs Medicaid liens, state tax liens, and negotiating with creditors Why government liens can delay a closing Finding unknown heirs and identifying missing property owners How title prescreening can uncover problems before they become deal killers Why understanding ownership, debts, and insurability is critical before investing Whether you're a Louisiana Real Estate Investor, Agent, Wholesaler, or Title Professional, understanding these issues can help you identify potential problems earlier, evaluate complicated deals, and work toward solutions that other professionals may overlook. WATCH LOUISIANA ESTATES 101 New to Louisiana successions? Start with our first conversation, where Jared and I break down the Louisiana succession process, including wills, intestate inheritance, Small Succession Affidavits, Judgments of Possession, usufruct, estate administration, and who has authority to sell inherited real estate. ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.Connect with Jared Miguez or Arena Collective:Jared's Email: Jared@arenacollective.com Arena's Website: https://www.arenacollective.com/ Arena's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088478027195 Connect with Courtney Fricke:Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.frickeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfrickeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeWebsite: www.CourtneyFricke.comJoin Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle Louisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LouisianaRealEstateTalks Subscribe to the Messy Money Podcast for real-world conversations about combining curative title and creative finance to solve the messy problems that keep good real estate deals from getting done. And if you know an investor who could benefit from looking at complicated deals differently, share this episode with them.

  2. 2d ago

    EP 131: Louisiana Succession Explained: What Happens to Real Estate When Someone Dies?

    What happens to real estate when someone dies in Louisiana? In Louisiana, the legal process of transferring a deceased person's property is called a Succession. But does every family need to open one? Who inherits when there's no will? How long does a Louisiana Succession take, what does it cost, and who actually has the authority to sell inherited property? In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, I sit down with Louisiana Real Estate attorney Jared Miguez of Arena Law Firm and Arena Collective to break down the Louisiana Succession process from a practical Real Estate perspective. We cover: • What happens to Louisiana real estate when the owner dies • Louisiana succession vs. probate • What happens when someone dies with or without a will • Testate vs. intestate succession • Community property vs. separate property • Who inherits property under Louisiana law • What a Judgment of Possession does • Small Succession Affidavits and when they may be available • Simple possession vs. administering an estate • General succession timelines and costs • Why an heir's judgments can create problems with inherited property • When selling property through an estate may make sense • Usufruct and naked ownership explained • Executors, administrators and independent administration • Who has authority to sell inherited real estate • What can make a Louisiana succession complicated ATTENTION: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions. Connect with Jared Miguez or Arena Collective: Jared's Email: Jared@arenacollective.com Arena's Website: https://www.arenacollective.com/ Arena's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088478027195 Connect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfricke TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/ X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfricke Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com Join Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle Louisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LouisianaRealEstateTalks Subscribe to the Messy Money Podcast for real-world conversations about combining curative title and creative finance to solve the messy problems that keep good real estate deals from getting done. And if you know an investor who could benefit from looking at complicated deals differently, share this episode with them.

  3. Oct 28

    EP 130: How to Solve Curative Title Deals That Get Stuck

    What do you do when a good curative title deal gets stuck? An heir stops answering. Your research hits a dead end. Someone can't be found. An attorney says there isn't a clear path forward. Most investors eventually move on. But sometimes the breakthrough comes from asking one more question: What haven't we tried yet? In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, I sit down with longtime curative investor Karl “Uncle Karl” Spielvogel to break down the process his team uses when complicated real estate deals stop moving. ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.Connect with Karl Spielvogel: Text Karl: 70(four)-995-5385 — Best way to reach him by textBusiness Line: 70(four)-777-7777 — Call and leave a message Connect with Courtney Fricke:Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.frickeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfrickeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeWebsite: www.CourtneyFricke.comJoin Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle Louisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LouisianaRealEstateTalks Subscribe to the Messy Money Podcast for real-world conversations about combining curative title and creative finance to solve the messy problems that keep good real estate deals from getting done. And if you know an investor who could benefit from looking at complicated deals differently, share this episode with them.

  4. Oct 27

    EP 129: 10 Lessons for Surviving a Down Real Estate Market

    How do you survive a down real estate market as an investor? I’ve been investing in real estate since 2014, and this is my first real down market. Rather than pretending I have all the answers, I’ve spent a lot of time learning from investors who have survived multiple real estate cycles—some of whom have been investing since the 1960s and 1970s. In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, I break down 10 of the biggest lessons I’ve learned from them and how I’m applying those lessons to my own real estate portfolio. We talk about: • Why you need to play defense before playing offense• How down markets punish speculation• The risks of hard money, balloon payments and short-term debt• Why I regularly evaluate the financing across my portfolio• Dealing with problem properties before small problems become expensive ones• Communicating with lenders when deals don’t go according to plan• Why “he who has the most allies wins”• Learning from lenders, agents, property managers, attorneys and other people in the trenches• Using creative financing when traditional financing gets harder• Seller financing, Subject To, private money and equity financing• Building a bigger real estate investing tool belt• Why helping people—and knowing how to ask for help—matters in difficult markets I also share some of the changes I’m making in my own portfolio, including using curative title deals to create cash and equity, restructuring financing, building cash flow and becoming more intentional about the risks I’m willing to take. I don’t know what the real estate market will do next—and neither does anyone else. My goal isn't to perfectly predict the next market. My goal is to build a real estate business that can survive multiple versions of it. ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.Connect with Courtney Fricke:Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.frickeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfrickeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeWebsite: www.CourtneyFricke.comJoin Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle Louisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LouisianaRealEstateTalks Subscribe to the Messy Money Podcast for real-world conversations about combining curative title and creative finance to solve the messy problems that keep good real estate deals from getting done. And if you know an investor who could benefit from looking at complicated deals differently, share this episode with them.

  5. Oct 24

    LA RE Talks EP 22: Louisiana's Biggest Real Estate Stories of 2026 So Far

    Louisiana real estate has had a BIG year in 2026 — from billions of dollars in new economic development and major AI/data center projects to new real estate laws, insurance investments, commercial sales, and property tax proposals. In this first Louisiana Real Estate News episode, I’m breaking down some of the biggest Louisiana real estate stories of 2026 so far — and, more importantly, what they could actually mean for property owners, real estate investors, agents, and communities across the state. We’re talking about Amazon’s planned $18 billion investment in Northwest Louisiana, Meta’s massive Richland Parish data center, Applied Digital in Central Louisiana, the proposed SpaceX development in Vermilion Parish, LNG and industrial projects, and more. But a billion-dollar economic development announcement doesn’t automatically mean a billion-dollar real estate opportunity. We dig into the difference between construction jobs and permanent jobs, the potential impact on housing and rental demand, and why real estate investors should be careful about speculating around major development announcements. We also cover: • Louisiana’s new residential real estate wholesaling law• New disclosure requirements coming for certain vacant residential property• $100 million being directed toward fortified homes and roofs• Louisiana FastSites and the state’s push to prepare sites for future economic development• A $64.8 million Lafayette multifamily sale and what Louisiana’s biggest commercial transactions may tell us• The November 3 constitutional amendments involving Louisiana property taxes• Amendment 10 and the potential use of property tax incentives for certain blighted and rehabilitated properties This is the first installment of Louisiana Real Estate News, a recurring Louisiana Real Estate Talks series covering the laws, developments, transactions, economic trends, insurance issues, housing stories, and policy changes affecting real estate across Louisiana. Have a Louisiana real estate story I should be following? Drop it in the comments. If there’s a major development, proposed law, transaction, or local issue happening in your parish, I want to hear about it. And if one of the stories in this episode deserves its own deep dive, let me know which one you want us to cover next. ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.If you enjoy conversations focused on Louisiana's economy, Real Estate market, business climate, economic development, and long-term opportunities, make sure you're subscribed. Louisiana Real Estate Talks is dedicated to discussing what's actually happening on the ground in Louisiana, backed by real-world experience, data, and market observations. Connect with Courtney Fricke:Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.frickeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfrickeYouTube: @courtneyfricke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/Website: www.CourtneyFricke.comJoin Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitleSubscribe to Louisiana Real Estate Talks for more conversations about the projects, laws, economic development, and market changes shaping Louisiana Real Estate.

  6. Oct 22

    EP 128: Curative Title Investing Beyond Partial Interest Deals

    What does curative title investing actually look like beyond buying partial interests from heirs? In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, I sit down with longtime curative real estate investor Karl Spielvogel to break down how he finds, researches, and solves messy real estate deals that other investors often overlook. If you're a real estate investor, wholesaler, or agent interested in curative title, complicated ownership, distressed property, or the messy side of real estate, this conversation will give you a much broader look at what's possible. ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions. Connect with Karl Spielvogel: Text Karl: 70(four)-995-5385 — Best way to reach him by text Business Line: 70(four)-777-7777 — Call and leave a message Connect with Courtney Fricke:Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.frickeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfrickeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeWebsite: www.CourtneyFricke.comJoin Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle Louisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LouisianaRealEstateTalks Subscribe to the Messy Money Podcast for real-world conversations about combining curative title and creative finance to solve the messy problems that keep good real estate deals from getting done. And if you know an investor who could benefit from looking at complicated deals differently, share this episode with them.

  7. Oct 19

    EP 127: Why Real Estate Agents Need a Seller Net Before Taking a Listing

    A CMA can tell you what a property might sell for. But can your seller actually sell it for that amount? In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, I'm talking directly to real estate agents about why a preliminary seller net and title check can be so important before getting too far into a listing—especially in a changing real estate market. ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.Connect with Courtney Fricke:Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.frickeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfrickeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeWebsite: www.CourtneyFricke.comJoin Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle Louisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LouisianaRealEstateTalks Subscribe to the Messy Money Podcast for real-world conversations about combining curative title and creative finance to solve the messy problems that keep good real estate deals from getting done. And if you know an investor who could benefit from looking at complicated deals differently, share this episode with them.

  8. Oct 12

    EP 126: How Wholesalers Can Turn Title Problems Into Profitable Curative Deals

    Real estate wholesalers are trained to find motivated sellers, negotiate the right price, and get deals closed. But what happens when a title or ownership problem gets in the way? In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, Courtney Fricke sits down with Stephen Keighery of Home Buyer Louisiana to discuss how an established wholesaling operation approaches curative title issues without trying to turn its acquisitions team into title experts. Stephen explains why wholesalers don't necessarily need a dedicated curative title division—they need enough competency to recognize potentially solvable problems, determine whether the economics justify pursuing them, and know who to call when the problem exceeds their expertise.  ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.Connect with Stephen Keighery:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCBFQ_43MCI9tJ8tB6m9q92gInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkeighery/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephenkeigheryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenkeighery/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephen.keigheryX: https://x.com/stephenkeigheryWebsite: https://homebuyerlouisiana.com/about-us/stephen-keighery/Connect with Courtney Fricke:Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.frickeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfrickeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeWebsite: www.CourtneyFricke.com Join Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle Louisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LouisianaRealEstateTalks Subscribe to the Messy Money Podcast for real-world conversations about combining curative title and creative finance to solve the messy problems that keep good real estate deals from getting done. And if you know an investor who could benefit from looking at complicated deals differently, share this episode with them.

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The Messy Money Podcast is about making money solving the messy problems in Real Estate—the deals, situations, and opportunities most investors overlook. Hosted by experienced Real Estate Investor Courtney Fricke, the show explores curative title, creative deals, distressed real estate, and the critical thinking behind solving complex problems for profit. The podcast also features Louisiana Real Estate Talks, a series focused on the issues shaping Louisiana Real Estate. Subscribe, leave a review, and connect at CourtneyFricke.com.

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  • Creator
    Courtney Fricke
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    277
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Courtney Fricke
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    The Messy Money Podcast

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