How To Invest in Houston Real Estate

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Hello Houston Investors! Tune in now for "How to Invest in Houston Real Estate," the bi-weekly podcast where we spill the brisket on investing in the Houston real estate market! 🤠 Hosted by Scott Carson –– we're bringing you trends, tools, tactics & stories to help you CRUSH it in and around the Houston real estate market! Each week you’ll gain valuable knowledge from Scott and his group of real estate investing friends, designed to help you take your real estate investing to a whole new level of success. You’ll find out what’s working and not working in the local market and how you can avoid making costly mistakes.  What You'll Get: National Expert Insights: Hear from top real estate investing pros sharing strategies that work coast-to-coast.Local Vendor & Investor Scoop: Uncover hidden gems from the folks in the trenches of the Houston and surrounding Texas markets.Actionable Advice: Walk away with concrete steps you can implement NOW, whether you're a newbie or a seasoned investor. We’ll focus on what’s working in TODAY’s marketplace.Market Updates: Stay ahead of the curve with the latest on Houston and Texas real estate trends, including home values, property valuations, and emerging opportunities.Case Studies: We’ll share current deals and case studies from real investors closing deals in today’s market to help you on your path to financial independence!Scott Carson: A Real Estate Journey Scott Carson's journey as a real estate investor for over 20 years in the Lone Star State started with him buying his first home in Round Rock, TX. A graduate of Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos, Scott has bought, sold, and invested millions in the area while also helping thousands of other investors invest in the Houston, Texas area. His experience and insights as a mortgage broker, banker, and distressed mortgage expert will help you find the deals while avoiding the duds. Whether you are a native Texan or looking to move to the Houston area, this is the podcast to help you buy your first home or add to your investment portfolio! Join us as we dissect the hottest topics in: Houston Real Estate InvestingTexas Real Estate MarketNote InvestingDistressed Real EstateReal Estate FinanceInvestment StrategiesReal Estate NewsAnd much, much, more!Ready to become a Houston real estate mogul? Let's ride! 🚀

  1. 40m ago

    The November Texas Foreclosure & Distressed Real Estate Update for Houston

    Are you tracking the real-time pulse of distressed real estate in the Lone Star State? Welcome back to The Note Closers Show! In this special monthly market breakdown, host Scott Carson delivers the November 2026 Texas foreclosure update. Recorded live on Super Tuesday, Scott analyzes the top distressed counties across Texas, reviewing the latest data on residential and commercial foreclosure filings, bankruptcies, short sales, and tax liens. Discover why Texas remains the fastest-moving foreclosure state in the country and how savvy investors utilize pre-foreclosure lists, rent-to-own data, and county courthouse auctions to uncover hidden opportunities. Whether you are investing in Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth, or Corpus Christi, this episode outlines where the distress is concentrating and how to capitalize on it. Plus, get the inside track on the upcoming Magnify Your Wealth Summit in Dallas! Key Topics Covered: Texas Foreclosure Overview: Analyzing the 4,720 statewide foreclosure filings and understanding why Texas acts as the fastest domino in the distress cycle. County-by-County Breakdown: A detailed look at foreclosure numbers in Harris County (Houston), Bexar County (San Antonio), Dallas, Tarrant, Travis (Austin), Hidalgo, and El Paso. Commercial vs. Residential Distress: Examining the 445 commercial foreclosure filings across Central, East, North, South, and West Texas regions. Leveraging Distress Data: How to turn bankruptcies, pre-foreclosures, and short sales into actionable real estate leads using platforms like Foreclosure.com. Magnify Your Wealth Preview: An exclusive invite to Laughlin Associates' 3-day asset protection and wealth summit in Southlake, Dallas, featuring a special $200 discount code (NOTES). Connect & Scale Your Portfolio: Access Nationwide Foreclosure Data: wcnforeclosures.com (7-day free trial!) Register for Magnify Your Wealth: magnifyyourwealth.com (Use code NOTES for $200 off!) Book a 1-on-1 Strategy Call with Scott: talkwithscottcarson.com Don't wait for the market to shift—stay ahead of the curve by tracking real-time distress data. Subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a fellow real estate investor!  Watch the Original Video of this Episode HERE! Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE! Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here! Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

    The November Texas Foreclosure & Distressed Real Estate Update for Houston

  2. 1d ago

    How to Leverage Foreclosure.com Data to Find and Close More Deals in Houston

    Are you tired of playing catch-up in the real estate market while the best deals slip through your fingers? Welcome back to The Note Closers Show! In this power-packed episode, host Scott Carson reveals why note investors possess the ultimate "crystal ball"—seeing distressed real estate trends, default spikes, and rising foreclosures 6 to 12 months before traditional realtors and fix-and-flippers ever notice. Scott breaks down how you can leverage real-time data sources like Foreclosure.com (via wcnforeclosures.com) to fuel your direct-to-consumer marketing, build authority on LinkedIn and Facebook, and avoid the trap of "toilet bowl marketing." Whether you want to know how to properly submit note deals, understand why skipping social media marketing will leave your business vulnerable to AI, or learn what to look for at your local county courthouse steps on Super Tuesday, this episode delivers a masterclass in market foresight and proactive lead generation. Key Topics Covered: The Note Investor's Crystal Ball: How note buyers track distress at the headwaters (defaults and lis pendens) long before properties hit the MLS or public auction block. The 2027 Marketing Imperative: Why realtors, loan officers, and real estate investors who fail to build social media authority and email lists will get left behind. Leveraging Foreclosure.com Data: How to use WCNForeclosures.com to track state-by-state default trends, pre-foreclosures, bankruptcies, and city-owned tax liens for content creation. Submitting Note Deals Correctly: Ground rules for evaluating debt, avoiding blind bids, and why you must never trust unverified borrower data. The Courthouse Advantage: Why attending live county auctions (like Bexar or Harris County in Texas) is an incredible networking ground for raising private capital. Connect & Scale Your Portfolio: Book a 1-on-1 Strategy Call with Scott: talkwithscottcarson.com Access Foreclosure Data Tools: wcnforeclosures.com Join the WCN Membership Community: noteumbrella.com Stop sitting on the sidelines—embrace proactive marketing, leverage real-time data, and subscribe to stay ahead of the curve!  Watch the Original VIDEO HERE! Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE! Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here! Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

    How to Leverage Foreclosure.com Data to Find and Close More Deals in Houston

  3. 5d ago

    Houston Entrepreneurs: Why You Need to Attend the #1 Asset Protection Conference in Texas

    Asset Protection & Tax Strategies: Inside the Magnify Your Wealth Event with Scott Carson Are you doing everything right to build your real estate and business empire, but leaving your hard-earned assets completely unprotected against lawsuits? In this special public service announcement episode, host Scott Carson breaks down why attending the exclusive, limited-seating Magnify Your Wealth Summit in Southlake, Dallas (November 13th–15th) is an absolute game-changer for entrepreneurs, real estate investors, and retirees. With only 150 seats available and featuring elite experts like Aaron Scott Young from Laughlin Associates, top estate planning attorney Elizabeth Tress, note expert Scott Carson, and AI marketing strategists, this 3-day event delivers intensive, face-to-face education on corporate structures, asset protection, tax write-offs, and wealth magnification. Scott explains how to avoid piercing your corporate veil, leverage self-directed IRAs, and network with high-level operators without getting lost in a massive 1,500-person convention. Plus, Scott shares an exclusive $200 discount code (NOTES) for his listeners! RSVP at http://MagnifyYourWealth.com Key Topics Covered: The Magnify Your Wealth Experience: Why an intimate 150-person summit in Dallas allows for direct, face-to-face strategy sessions with top-tier asset protection experts and speakers. Asset Protection & Corporate Veils: How to properly structure LLCs, S-corps, and trusts through Laughlin Associates to ensure slip-and-fall lawsuits or business disputes don't wipe out your personal wealth. Estate Planning & Legacy: Insights from elite trust attorney Elizabeth Tress on navigating complex estate planning and multi-state structures. Retirement Wealth & Self-Directed IRAs: Tapping into retirement strategies with experts like Manny Drysdale from the IRA Club. Tax Optimization & AI Scaling: Leveraging advanced tax consulting from Stephen Hall and marketing/AI education from top futurists. Exclusive Listener Perk: How to use the discount code NOTES at magnifyyourwealth.com to instantly save $200 on General or Front-Line admission. Connect & Secure Your Seat: Register for Magnify Your Wealth: magnifyyourwealth.com (Use code NOTES for $200 off!) Book a call with Scott Carson and let’s set up a time to meet at the event! Don't wait until a lawsuit hits to play defense—secure your assets, scale your portfolio, and meet Scott live in Dallas by grabbing your ticket today!  Watch the Original Video HERE! Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE! Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here! Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

    Houston Entrepreneurs: Why You Need to Attend the #1 Asset Protection Conference in Texas

  4. 6d ago

    The AI Revolution in Real Estate Marketing: Dominate ChatGPT and Gemini Search with Patrick Yepez

    Are you tired of wondering why your real estate website isn't getting leads while your competitors are dominating the search results? Traditional SEO as we know it is changing forever! Welcome back to The Note Closers Show! In this game-changing episode, host Scott Carson sits down with real estate investor, entrepreneur, and Dream Big Marketing Services founder Patrick Yepes to decode the massive shift from Google SEO to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). With over 40 years of real estate experience and billions of weekly users migrating away from traditional search to AI platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Google AI Overviews, adapting is no longer optional—it's essential for survival. Patrick breaks down the four critical layers of GEO optimization (Indexability, Clarity, Evidence, and Corroboration), explains the shift from telling the world what you do to proving it, and showcases a real-world website before-and-after transformation. Plus, Patrick shares an exclusive, high-value offer: a comprehensive free AI optimization audit and bonus resource package for real estate investors and business owners! Key Topics Covered: The Generative AI Shift: Why billions of users are moving from Google search to AI platforms like ChatGPT, and how search engines are evolving. SEO vs. GEO: The critical difference between traditional SEO (telling the world what you do) and Generative Engine Optimization (proving and verifying your expertise). The Four Layers of GEO: Deep dive into Indexability (crawl bots, LLM text files, schema), Clarity (service/location pages, E-E-A-T), Evidence (processes, reviews, case studies), and Corroboration (media mentions, backlinks, Google Business Profiles). Real-World Website Transformation: A case study of a real estate investor's website before and after GEO optimization—turning an invisible site into a high-trust conversion machine. Content Capsules & Answer Engines: How to structure FAQ sections, schema data, and local market pages so AI engines cite and recommend your business. Exclusive Free Offer: How to claim a comprehensive 413-step AI audit and a real estate investor bonus pack at aioptimization.dreambigmarketingservices.com. Connect & Scale Your Business: Claim Your Free AI Audit: https://reiaivisibility.com/rei-ai-visibility-ncs-podcast/ Connect with Patrick Yepes: patrickyepes.me Don't get left behind in the AI revolution! Watch the full video, claim your free AI audit, subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with an entrepreneur ready to future-proof their business!  Watch the Original VIDEO HERE! Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE! Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here! Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

    The AI Revolution in Real Estate Marketing: Dominate ChatGPT and Gemini Search with Patrick Yepez

  5. Oct 28

    The Mobile Home Park Investing Playbook: Sourcing Deals, Seller Financing, and Property Management with Robert Howell

    Are you looking for a proven blueprint to scale into mobile home parks and profitable land-home packages? Welcome back to another power-packed episode of The Note Closers Show! In this episode, host Scott Carson sits down with Robert Howell—South Carolina real estate investor, founder of Investor Direct Homes, creator of the Land-Home League, and host of the Purpose Driven Investor Podcast. Robert shares his incredible journey from managing global event marketing for corporate giants like Coca-Cola (working on the Tokyo Olympics!) to building an empire consisting of 27 mobile home parks, nearly 300 lots, and dozens of land-home packages across the Southeast. Robert breaks down his exact strategies for sourcing small-to-midsize parks using personalized direct mail, securing favorable seller financing, leveraging manufacturer dealership direct pricing, and managing properties passively through third-party teams. Whether you're a beginner looking to buy your first lot or an investor wanting to master affordable housing development, this interview is packed with actionable gold. Key Topics Covered: ·       The Olympic Pivot: How Robert transitioned from corporate event marketing during COVID into real estate wholesaling and affordable housing. ·       Mobile Home Park Sourcing: Using highly personalized direct mail letters to find off-market, under-performing parks (including a recent 8-lot park acquired for $125k). ·       Bank vs. Seller Financing: Why Robert prefers seller-carried paper with lower rates and full amortizations over traditional bank restrictions. ·       The Power of Land-Home Packages: Buying direct from factories to bypass retail markups, dealing with HUD-approved FHA/USDA financing, and streamlining rural lot development. ·       Passive Property Management: Setting up third-party management systems so that 28 parks and 300 lots only require 1–2 hours of work per week. ·       Teaching Kids Entrepreneurship: How Robert set up an owner-financed mobile home deal with his teenage boys to teach them real-world financial literacy, cash flow, and amortization. Connect with Robert Howell at HowellandSons.com  Don't let market shifts hold you back—take control of your financial destiny, subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with an investor ready to scale! Watch the original Video Here! Robert Howell is a South Carolina real estate investor who owns 27 mobile home parks (almost 300 lots) and does land-home packages, placing new manufactured homes on land. He did 50 last year across SC, GA, TN and NC. He owns Investor Direct Homes, a licensed manufactured home dealership, so he buys homes direct from the factory. He runs Land Home League, which teaches land-home investing, and hosts The Purpose-Driven Investor podcast. Clemson BS in Marketing and MBA. Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE! Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here! Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

    The Mobile Home Park Investing Playbook: Sourcing Deals, Seller Financing, and Property Management with Robert Howell

  6. Oct 23

    Don't Be An Owner-Financing Idiot!

    Thinking about offering owner financing on your investment property? Before drafting terms or skipping professional oversight to save a few hundred dollars, make sure you aren't creating unsellable paper. Welcome back to The Note Closers Show! In this candid, straightforward episode, host Scott Carson breaks down the common pitfalls real estate sellers face when originating owner-financed notes without professional help. Scott addresses a recent inquiry regarding attorney referrals for owner financing, detailing why every seller must structure their paper as if it will be sold on the secondary market. He highlights the necessity of using a Licensed Residential Mortgage Loan Originator (RMLO) to properly qualify buyers, evaluate debt-to-income (DTI) ratios, verify credit scores, and align with state compliance standards. Learn why under-market interest rates, low down payments, and missing third-party loan servicing can reduce note values, and discover the exact steps needed to build compliant, high-yielding mortgage paper from day one. Key Topics Covered: Structuring for Secondary Market Sales: Why every owner-financed note should be drafted with secondary market buyers in mind—even if you intend to hold it long-term. The Role of Licensed RMLOs: Why utilizing an RMLO to verify borrower credit, income, and DTI ratios is critical to maintaining paper validity. State-Level Compliance & Interest Rate Caps: Navigating state-specific guidelines, such as Pennsylvania's statutory caps on smaller loan amounts. The True Cost of Below-Market Terms: How originating notes at below-market rates (e.g., 4% when market rates are higher) leads to deep secondary market discounts. Third-Party Loan Servicing: Why self-collecting payments can introduce unnecessary risk and how third-party servicing handles ongoing administration efficiently. Down Payment & Equity Requirements: Why adequate buyer down payments are necessary to establish true skin-in-the-game. Connect & Learn More: Book a 1-on-1 Strategy Call with Scott: talkwithscottcarson.comLearn Note Buying Fundamentals: weclosenotes.comRegister for the Virtual Note Buying Workshop: notebuyingfordummies.com Don't let short-sighted origination choices ruin your paper's secondary value! Subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a seller looking to structure owner financing correctly.  Watch the Original VIDEO HERE! Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE! Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here! Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

    Don't Be An Owner-Financing Idiot!

  7. Oct 22

    Should You Buy a Nonperforming or Charged-Off Junior Lien?

    Thinking about buying a cheap junior lien or a 5th position real estate note? Think twice before you put your money at risk! In this public service announcement episode of The Note Closers Show, host Scott Carson breaks down why investing in junior liens—especially 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th position notes—is one of the fastest ways to get wiped out in real estate. Scott shares real-world horror stories from the trail, including how an investor in Los Angeles got suckered into a 6th lien position behind $900,000 of underlying debt, and how an overconfident auction bidder dropped $15,000 on a 2nd lien without checking title—leaving him responsible for a $180,000 senior mortgage. Scott explains the foreclosure mechanics of senior vs. junior debt, why bankruptcy courts strip encumbered junior liens, and why focusing exclusively on non-performing first liens is the safest, most profitable strategy for real estate investors. Key Topics Covered: The 5th & 6th Lien Trap: Why junior liens marketed for "pennies on the dollar" are often completely uncollateralized and worthless. Real-World Case Study (LA Property): How a homeowner stacked six separate $100,000 liens against $1M in equity, leaving junior lenders with zero recovery protection. Foreclosure Auction Misconceptions: Why buying a junior lien at auction does NOT wipe out the 1st mortgage and leaves you liable for underlying payments. Lien Stripping in Bankruptcy: How Chapter 13 bankruptcy courts strip encumbered junior liens when property values dip below senior debt balances. The Importance of Title Work: Why you must ALWAYS pull title reports, check for senior mortgages, and verify recorded documents before closing any deal. First Liens as the Safe Alternative: Why first-lien note buyers are protected by the physical property, title priority, and insurance coverage. Connect & Scale Your Portfolio: Book a 1-on-1 Strategy Call with Scott: talkwithscottcarson.comLearn Note Buying Fundamentals: weclosenotes.comRegister for the Virtual Note Buying Workshop: notebuyingfordummies.com Stop chasing low-quality, high-risk junior debt! Subscribe, rate, review, and share this episode with an investor who needs a reality check on title due diligence!  Watch the Original VIDEO HERE! Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE! Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here! Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

    Should You Buy a Nonperforming or Charged-Off Junior Lien?

  8. Oct 19

    Uncovering Deed Fraud in Distressed DSCR Notes: Houston Case Study

    When evaluating seasoned non-performing notes, thorough due diligence is the ultimate line of defense. Welcome back to The Note Closers Show! In this episode, host Scott Carson breaks down a fascinating case study involving a defaulted Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) investor loan in Houston, Texas. What initially appeared to be a standard non-performing note with an underwater balance quickly turned into a masterclass in uncovering potential deed fraud and unauthorized subject-to transfers. Scott walks you step-by-step through the property metrics, initial DSCR valuation drops, and the exact red flags he spotted while auditing county tax and deed records. Learn how to examine suspicious general warranty deeds, detect copy-pasted PDF signatures, spot out-of-state notary discrepancies, and identify improper legal language like lis pendens in non-judicial foreclosure states like Texas. Plus, Scott outlines his exact bidding strategy—offering $194,000 (65% of as-is value) on a $300,000 property—and details how to leverage cash-for-keys or legal pressure to resolve title defects and capture a projected 25% annualized return. Key Topics Covered: DSCR Note Profile: A 4-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,518 sq. ft. Houston property refinanced into a DSCR investor loan in late 2025 at $395,000, now sitting 8–9 months delinquent.Market Correction Math: Analyzing value drops from $395,000 down to a realistic $298,000–$300,000 market value against an unpaid principal balance (UPB) of $293,000.Uncovering Potential Deed Fraud: How auditing Harris County tax and deed records revealed a suspicious transfer to a new LLC using copy-pasted signatures and out-of-state Florida notary stamps.Red Flags in Title Records: Identifying improper legal terms (such as Florida lis pendens clauses used in Texas filings) and handling unauthorized "subject-to" takeovers.65% As-Is Bidding Strategy: Why Scott capped his bid at $194,000 (~65% of current market value) rather than bidding off the inflated $320,000 legal balance.Resolution & Exit Strategies: Budgeting $5,000 for attorney/foreclosure costs, offering cash-for-keys, or completing a non-judicial foreclosure to net a projected $52,000 profit (25% ROI). Connect & Learn More: Book a 1-on-1 Strategy Call with Scott: talkwithscottcarson.comRegister for the Virtual Note Buying Workshop: notebuyingfordummies.comJoin the WCN Membership Community: noteumbrella.com Don't let title complications scare you away from high-yield deals—learn how to spot the red flags and profit from problem properties! Subscribe, rate, and share this episode today! Watch the Original VIDEO HERE! Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE! Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here! Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

    Uncovering Deed Fraud in Distressed DSCR Notes: Houston Case Study
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Hello Houston Investors! Tune in now for "How to Invest in Houston Real Estate," the bi-weekly podcast where we spill the brisket on investing in the Houston real estate market! 🤠 Hosted by Scott Carson –– we're bringing you trends, tools, tactics & stories to help you CRUSH it in and around the Houston real estate market! Each week you’ll gain valuable knowledge from Scott and his group of real estate investing friends, designed to help you take your real estate investing to a whole new level of success. You’ll find out what’s working and not working in the local market and how you can avoid making costly mistakes.  What You'll Get: National Expert Insights: Hear from top real estate investing pros sharing strategies that work coast-to-coast.Local Vendor & Investor Scoop: Uncover hidden gems from the folks in the trenches of the Houston and surrounding Texas markets.Actionable Advice: Walk away with concrete steps you can implement NOW, whether you're a newbie or a seasoned investor. We’ll focus on what’s working in TODAY’s marketplace.Market Updates: Stay ahead of the curve with the latest on Houston and Texas real estate trends, including home values, property valuations, and emerging opportunities.Case Studies: We’ll share current deals and case studies from real investors closing deals in today’s market to help you on your path to financial independence!Scott Carson: A Real Estate Journey Scott Carson's journey as a real estate investor for over 20 years in the Lone Star State started with him buying his first home in Round Rock, TX. A graduate of Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos, Scott has bought, sold, and invested millions in the area while also helping thousands of other investors invest in the Houston, Texas area. His experience and insights as a mortgage broker, banker, and distressed mortgage expert will help you find the deals while avoiding the duds. Whether you are a native Texan or looking to move to the Houston area, this is the podcast to help you buy your first home or add to your investment portfolio! Join us as we dissect the hottest topics in: Houston Real Estate InvestingTexas Real Estate MarketNote InvestingDistressed Real EstateReal Estate FinanceInvestment StrategiesReal Estate NewsAnd much, much, more!Ready to become a Houston real estate mogul? Let's ride! 🚀

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  • Creator
    Scott Carson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    142
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