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. 1d ago

    LA RE Talks EP 20: Louisiana FastSites: Where Is the State Investing $200 Million?

    Louisiana is investing $200 million to prepare sites for economic development before companies even show up. It’s called Louisiana FastSites, and the idea is simple: instead of having land available but waiting years to build roads, extend utilities, improve drainage, add rail access or complete other infrastructure, Louisiana wants more sites ready when companies are deciding where to invest. In this episode of Louisiana Real Estate Talks, Courtney Fricke and Stephen Keighery break down Louisiana’s FastSites program, where the money is going and why this could matter for future economic development and real estate across the state. The first round includes 19 sites across 16 Louisiana parishes, with investments ranging from infrastructure improvements to projects designed to open hundreds of additional acres for development. Another $50 million round opened October 1, 2026. We also look at several FastSites already receiving investment, including: • Esperanza Business Park in St. Charles Parish — a $10 million investment helping provide roadway and utility access to more than 1,000 acres. • Acadiana Regional Airport — a $10 million FastSites investment supporting a $74+ million development connected to Aviation Exteriors Louisiana and projected new and retained jobs. • Gulf South Commerce Park in St. Tammany Parish — a $2 million investment expanding development-ready acreage targeting manufacturing, logistics and distribution. But there’s another piece of FastSites that makes the program particularly interesting: the money is designed to come back. Projects include a repayment mechanism, allowing money to return to the fund and be invested into future Louisiana development sites. 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 Stephen Keighery: YouTube:  ⁨@StephenKeighery⁩  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkeighery/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephenkeighery LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenkeighery/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephen.keighery X: https://x.com/stephenkeighery Website: https://homebuyerlouisiana.com/about-us/stephen-keighery/ 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:  ⁨@courtneyfricke⁩  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com Join Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle Subscribe to Louisiana Real Estate Talks for more conversations about the projects, laws, economic development, and market changes shaping Louisiana Real Estate.

  2. 6d ago

    EP 123: $210K ARV, $7K Buy-In: Is This Curative Title Deal Worth It?

    A property with a $210,000 ARV. A seller who originally thought she owned 50%. And now she's willing to sell her potential 25% interest for just $7,000. Would you buy it? In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, Courtney Fricke walks through a real-world curative title lead and breaks down how she analyzes whether a messy ownership problem is actually worth solving. Courtney breaks down how to build the fact pattern, separate facts from assumptions, determine what an ownership interest is actually worth, and work backward through the potential costs and risks standing between buying the interest and eventually getting paid. 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 FURTHER 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 If you found this episode helpful, subscribe to the Messy Money Podcast and share it with another investor who could benefit from it. Every like, comment, subscription, and share helps us grow the curative title community and keep making content like this.

  3. Sep 26

    LA RE Talks EP 19: How to Buy a NORA Lot in New Orleans: What to Know Before You Bid

    New Orleans is putting more than 140 vacant properties up for auction, with bidding starting at just $4,000. But cheap land doesn't necessarily mean a good Real Estate deal. In this episode of Louisiana Real Estate Talks, Courtney Fricke and Stephen Keighery break down the 2026 New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA) property auction and what buyers need to know before placing a bid. The auction includes more than 100 residential lots throughout New Orleans, along with approximately 40 properties designated for non-housing development options. We discuss how to evaluate these properties before bidding, why a $4,000 starting bid can be misleading, and why buyers need to understand the economics of developing the property before getting caught up in the excitement of an auction. Courtney and Steve also break down how a developer should work backward from the finished value of a property by considering construction costs, soft costs, holding costs, insurance, potential resale value, required profit, and ultimately the maximum amount that makes sense to pay for the land. The NORA auction is scheduled for September 29–30, 2026. If you're considering bidding, review the official auction documents, property-specific requirements, and NORA information before making a decision. NORA INFORMATION: https://www.noraworks.org/news/287-nora-to-auction-more-than-140-properties-citywide AUCTION / PROPERTY LIST: https://www.tranzon.com/key5200 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, Real Estate, or investment advice. Auction terms, development requirements, zoning, title, financing, construction costs, and property conditions can vary by property and situation. Buyers should conduct their own due diligence, review the official auction documents, and consult qualified attorneys, title professionals, contractors, lenders, insurance professionals, and other appropriate experts before purchasing or developing Real Estate. Connect with Stephen Keighery:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCBFQ_43MCI9tJ8tB6m9q92g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkeighery/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephenkeighery LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenkeighery/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephen.keighery X: https://x.com/stephenkeighery Website: https://homebuyerlouisiana.com/about-us/stephen-keighery/ 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 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com Join Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle If you care about what's happening in Louisiana Real Estate, subscribe to Louisiana Real Estate Talks. We break down the projects, policies, market changes, economic developments, and opportunities shaping Real Estate across Louisiana, and more importantly, what they actually mean for the people buying, selling, investing, developing, and doing business here. If you found this episode helpful, like the video, leave a comment, subscribe to Louisiana Real Estate Talks, and share this episode with someone considering bidding in the NORA auction. Every like, comment, subscription, and share helps us get these conversations in front of more people who care about the future of Louisiana Real Estate.

  4. Sep 24

    EP 122: Can You Start Curative Title Investing With Little or No Money?

    Can you get into curative title investing with little or no money? Technically, yes. But if you're struggling financially and looking at curative title as a low-money, get-rich-quick strategy, I'm not going to hold your hand and lie to you. Curative title can be a high-risk, high-reward business. Deals may take months or even years to resolve, and while finding the opportunity or acquiring an initial interest can be inexpensive, the cure itself is often where the deal becomes capital intensive. 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 FURTHER 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 If you found this episode helpful, subscribe to the Messy Money Podcast and share it with another investor who could benefit from it. Every like, comment, subscription, and share helps us grow the curative title community and keep making content like this.

  5. Sep 21

    EP 121: Do You Need Real Estate Experience to Get Into Curative Title?

    Do you need years of real estate experience before getting into curative title investing? Not necessarily. But that doesn't mean there isn't a barrier to entry.In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, I break down what I believe actually makes someone qualified to work curative title deals and why years in real estate don't automatically equal competency. 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 FURTHER 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 If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe to Courtney's podcast. Liking episodes, subscribing to the channel, and sharing with others really helps. Messy Money Podcast(Curative Title & Creative):https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N Louisiana Real Estate Talks Series with Stephen Keighery:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRy

  6. Sep 19

    LA RE Talks EP 18: I Moved to Florida But I Never Stopped Investing in Louisiana

    It’s officially been one year since I moved from Louisiana to Florida, but I never stopped investing in Louisiana. In this episode of Louisiana Real Estate Talks, we flip the microphone and Stephen Keighery interviews me about what the first year has actually looked like. We talk about starting over in the competitive Tampa Bay real estate market, questioning whether my skills would transfer to a new state, and why I've had to be more cautious investing in Florida than I expected. We also get into what it takes to continue operating a Louisiana real estate business while living hundreds of miles away, including maintaining relationships, building a boots-on-the-ground network, becoming more selective about deals, and why complex title and ownership problems have become an even bigger part of my business. Have a question for me? ASK ME ANYTHING in the comments. Whether it's about moving to Florida, investing in multiple states, operating remotely, starting over in a new market, Louisiana real estate, or what I've learned over the last year, drop your question below. If we get enough questions, I'll record a Part 2 answering them. Whether you're a Real Estate investor, business owner, developer, policymaker, or simply someone who cares about Louisiana's future, this episode provides an honest discussion about where Louisiana stands today and where it may be headed 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 Stephen Keighery: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCBFQ_43MCI9tJ8tB6m9q92g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkeighery/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephenkeighery LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenkeighery/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephen.keighery X: https://x.com/stephenkeighery Website: https://homebuyerlouisiana.com/about-us/stephen-keighery/ 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 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com Join Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe to Courtney's podcast. Liking episodes, subscribing to the channel, and sharing with others really helps. Messy Money Podcast(Curative Title & Creative):https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N Louisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast with Stephen Keighery:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRy

  7. Sep 15

    EP 120: Before You Go From Wholesaling to Curative Title, Watch This

    Thinking about making the jump from wholesaling into curative title investing? You probably have more of a head start than you realize—but some of the habits that work in wholesaling can actually hurt you in curative title. In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, I break down what transfers from wholesaling, what you may need to unlearn, and why curative title requires a deeper level of problem solving, research, patience, and risk analysis. We cover: Why wholesalers aren't starting from zeroThe difference between identifying problems and actually solving themWhy competency should come before scalingWhere your money is better spent in curative titleWhy relying entirely on the title company can hurt youWhy speed isn't always an advantageWhy small spreads can be dangerous in curative dealsWhen to bring in attorneys, genealogists, investigators, and other professionals Curative title isn't just wholesaling harder deals. It's learning how to understand messy title and ownership problems well enough to determine whether they can be solved—and whether there's enough profit to make solving them worthwhile. 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 FURTHER 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 If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe to Courtney's podcast. Liking episodes, subscribing to the channel, and sharing with others really helps. Messy Money Podcast(Curative Title & Creative):https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436NLouisiana Real Estate Talks Series with Stephen Keighery:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRy

  8. Sep 12

    LA RE Talks EP 17: Will Louisiana’s $2 Billion Port DESTROY St Bernard Parish Property Values?

    Will the nearly $2 billion Louisiana International Terminal cause property values in St. Bernard Parish to crash or could the massive port project actually increase demand for Real Estate? That question has become increasingly important for homeowners in Violet, Chalmette, Meraux, and throughout St. Bernard Parish as the LIT project moves closer to becoming a reality. In this episode of Louisiana Real Estate Talks, Courtney Fricke sits down with St. Bernard Parish Real Estate broker Mike Fernandez of Arpent Realty, who decided to stop guessing and actually look at the data. Mike studied communities surrounding other major ports and industrial projects, reviewed the LIT property-value study, analyzed comparable housing markets, and spoke directly with Real Estate brokers operating around similar projects. And what he found challenges some of the strongest claims being made on both sides of the Louisiana International Terminal debate. Link to Mike's LIT Real Estate Data Study/Article: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hoYdRbrtv7k_ZkEfk-EWdLhYhZpYFVUh/view?usp=sharing 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 Mike Fernandez of Arpent Realty: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mike.fernandez.5268 Email: Mike@ArpentNOLA.com Cell: 504-220-2777 Link to LIT Real Estate Data Study/Article: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hoYdRbrtv7k_ZkEfk-EWdLhYhZpYFVUh/view?usp=sharing 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 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com Join Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe to Courtney's podcast. Liking episodes, subscribing to the channel, and sharing with others really helps. Messy Money Podcast (Curative Title & Creative): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N Louisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast with Stephen Keighery: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRy

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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
    266
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Courtney Fricke
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    The Messy Money Podcast

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