The Wisconsin Investor

Corey Reyment

Each week, we bring you interviews with some of Wisconsin's top real estate investors who share their tips, tricks, and strategies that you can implement right away. This show is dedicated to helping Wisconsin real estate investors elevate their game. Along with interviews, I'll also dive into hot topics in solo episodes and feature experts from various real estate sectors across Wisconsin. 

  1. 1D AGO

    Hard Money vs Commercial Lending… Which One Actually Makes You More Money?

    Send us Fan Mail Most investors default to hard money because it’s simple. But what if that’s actually costing you more than you think? In this episode of The Wisconsin Investor, Reese Brown sits down with commercial lender Chad Miller of Bristol Morgan Bank to break down the real differences between hard money lending and commercial lending, and when each one actually makes sense for your deal. They walk through real examples, numbers, and scenarios that show how commercial lending can sometimes require more upfront capital, but actually leave you with less money in the deal over time. Here’s what you’ll learn:  • The key differences between hard money and commercial lending  • Why commercial loans are more relationship-based, and why that matters  • What “85% of project cost” really means and how it works  • How draw schedules and rehab funding actually play out  • Why some investors end up with less cash in a deal using commercial loans • When it still makes more sense to use hard money • How to build a banking relationship that unlocks better terms over time They also dive into how community banks evaluate deals, what new investors should do before reaching out, and how experienced investors can get more flexible financing as they grow. One of the biggest takeaways? The best loan option isn’t always the simplest one, and understanding both can completely change how you structure your deals.  If you’re flipping houses, building a rental portfolio, or just trying to figure out how to fund your next deal more efficiently, this episode is packed with practical insight you can actually use.

    37 min
  2. APR 28

    Is the Housing Market Slowing Down… or Is This Your Opportunity? (Green Bay Data Breakdown)

    Send us Fan Mail Is the real estate market finally cooling off… or are investors just getting nervous? In this episode of The Wisconsin Investor, guest host Reese Brown sits down with commercial lender Kolten VanElzen to break down exactly what’s happening in the Green Bay housing market right now, using real data, real trends, and real investor insight. They dig into what most people are feeling in today’s market versus what the numbers actually show. From rising days on market to tight inventory and steady price growth, this episode separates perception from reality. Here’s what you’ll learn:  • Why listings are slightly down, but not in the way people think  • What rising days on market really says about today’s buyers  • Why affordability is becoming the biggest factor in deal flow  • How new construction pricing is shaping the entire market  • What interest rates are likely to do over the next 12 months  • Why Northeast Wisconsin continues to outperform most U.S. markets One of the biggest takeaways? Even with global uncertainty, higher rates, and affordability challenges, deals are still happening and prices are still trending upward in Green Bay.  If you’re an investor waiting on the sidelines or trying to figure out your next move, this episode gives you a clear, data-backed look at where things stand and where they could be heading. The market hasn’t stopped, it’s just shifting.

    26 min
  3. APR 21

    PART 2 - 10 Deals to Make You a Millionaire | Live Deal Analysis Breakdown

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Wisconsin Investor Podcast, Reese Brown steps in for a solo Part 2, building off Corey’s original “10 Deals to Become a Millionaire” concept, and takes things a step further with a real, live deal analysis. Instead of theory, Reese walks through an actual property currently available through Wisconsin Discount Properties and breaks it down from start to finish. From purchase price and rehab costs to financing options and projected returns, this episode shows what a deal really looks like when you run the numbers. The biggest takeaway? Cash flow might not be as important as you think. Reese dives into:  • A full breakdown of a real Green Bay investment property  • How to analyze ARV, rehab costs, and financing options  • The difference between flipping vs. holding (BRRRR strategy)  • Why cash flow can be overrated in today’s market  • How equity, appreciation, and principal paydown build real wealth  • What happens when you scale this strategy to 10 deals Using projections over a 5-year period, this episode highlights how the majority of wealth in real estate doesn’t come from monthly cash flow, but from long-term equity growth and leverage. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the “perfect” deal, this breakdown might change how you think about investing in today’s market. Whether you're investing in Green Bay, Milwaukee, Madison, or anywhere in Wisconsin, this is a practical, numbers-driven look at how deals actually work in real life. Full episode available now on YouTube, Apple, and Spotify. #WisconsinRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #BRRRR

    29 min
  4. MAR 31

    How to Scale Your Real Estate Business Without Doing Everything Yourself

    Send us Fan Mail Are you busy in real estate… but still feel stuck? In this solo episode of The Wisconsin Investor, Corey Reyment breaks down one of the biggest mistakes holding investors back, trying to do everything themselves. Drawing insights from the book Essentialism, Corey shares how focusing on fewer, higher-impact activities can help you scale faster, reduce stress, and actually build a business that works for you, not the other way around. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed juggling deals, managing properties, handling bookkeeping, or constantly putting out fires, this episode will challenge the way you think about growth. Inside this episode:  • Why “more deals” doesn’t always mean more success  • The hidden cost of doing everything yourself  • How top investors actually scale their businesses  • The concept of “profit per hour” and why it matters  • When to outsource, and what to let go of first  • How to build systems that create real freedom Corey also shares real-world examples from his own business, including lessons learned from deals that pulled him away from his core focus, and how that impacted long-term growth.  Whether you're just getting started or already doing deals, this episode will help you rethink how you spend your time and where your real value is created. If your goal is more income, more freedom, and less chaos, this is a must-listen. 📘 Book mentioned in this episode:  Essentialism by Greg McKeown  https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382

    34 min
  5. MAR 17

    Stop Waiting for Money in Real Estate (Do This Instead)

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Wisconsin Investor Podcast, Corey Reyment sits down with South Central Wisconsin investor Tim Dougherty, a full-time real estate entrepreneur who has been in the game since 2008. From surviving the 2008 crash to completing 50+ deals in the last five years alone, Tim breaks down what it really takes to build a sustainable real estate investing business in Wisconsin. Tim currently owns 17 rental units and operates Doc The House Buyer, helping distressed homeowners in Rock, Jefferson, and Dane Counties. He shares how he left his W-2 job, raised millions in private money, structured deals creatively, and built long-term wealth through flips, rentals, and wholesales. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to raise private money even if you have zero capitalWhy “the deal attracts the money” is more than just a sayingThe mindset shift that helped Tim leave his W-2 jobHow mentorship accelerated his investing careerWhy networking is the real shortcut in real estateHow to structure your schedule while building your investing businessLessons from investing through multiple market cyclesIf you’re investing in Madison, Janesville, Rock County, Dane County, or anywhere in Wisconsin, this episode is packed with practical strategies for scaling your portfolio and building financial freedom through real estate. Connect with Tim Dougherty:  📧 yresllc@gmail.com For off-market investment opportunities across Wisconsin, visit:  👉 WisconsinDiscountProperties.com

    44 min
5
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16 Ratings

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Each week, we bring you interviews with some of Wisconsin's top real estate investors who share their tips, tricks, and strategies that you can implement right away. This show is dedicated to helping Wisconsin real estate investors elevate their game. Along with interviews, I'll also dive into hot topics in solo episodes and feature experts from various real estate sectors across Wisconsin. 

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