Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson

Chad Coach Carson
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Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson

Chad "Coach" Carson shares practical advice about using real estate to retire early (aka achieve financial independence) and do more of what matters. You'll hear in-depth episodes with tips from Chad plus interviews with other real estate investors at various levels of their financial independence journey.

  1. #366: We Make $140K/Year with One Airbnb Property - Here’s How!

    3 DAYS AGO

    #366: We Make $140K/Year with One Airbnb Property - Here’s How!

    ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm 🎙️ Episode #366 – Curious how a single Airbnb can pull in $140K a year? Joe and Katie transformed an underperforming property into a thriving short-term rental. From securing the deal and navigating construction setbacks to delivering top-notch guest experiences, you’ll learn the strategies that turned their challenging first year into a $140K success! ▶️ Next Episode: House Hacking Guide  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-hacking-guide-how-to-hack-your-housing-live/id1448707654?i=1000428608108 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/airbnb140kyear/ 🎬 Timestamps: 00:00: Initial Property Purchase and Remodel Costs 09:21: Challenges and Cash Flow in the First Year 11:18: Expanding Their Target Rental Market 12:13: AirBnB and VRBO for Short Term Rentals 13:09 Google Reviews for Growing Your Business 14:56: Hospitality and Design Elements 30:29: Increasing Value of the Property 33:42: Partnership Structure and Benefits 39:36: The Future of Switchback Suites 47:57: Advice for Aspiring Real Estate Investor 🔗 Episode Links: Get Joe's Short-Term Rental Tech Stack: https://www.coachcarson.com/strtech Book your Stay in Kalispell, MT: https://book.switchbacksuites.com 🔗 Connect with Joe: Switchback Suites on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/switchbacksuites/ Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joe_r_jimenez/ Joe's Previous Episode: "How We Turned an 8-unit Building into a Cash Flow Machine in 6 Months" https://youtu.be/WHO9iA1RZW0   ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod   🖥️ My Real Estate Courses: *FREE COURSE* Find Your Focus in Real Estate for Beginners: https://www.coachcarson.com/fyf 30 Days to a Better Rental Investor: https://www.coachcarson.com/30days Creative Financing for Real Estate Investors: https://www.coachcarson.com/creativefinancing   My Books: 📘 The Small & Mighty Real Estate Investor 📙 Retire Early with Real Estate https://www.coachcarson.com/books-pod   👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson   💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine   🌐 For everything else: https://www.coachcarson.com

    52 min
  2. #365: How to Prevent THE WORST Plumbing Issues in your Rentals

    OCT 14

    #365: How to Prevent THE WORST Plumbing Issues in your Rentals

    ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm   🎙️ Episode #365 - How does a simple kitchen leak that escalates into a $15,000 asbestos remediation sound? Scott shares his firsthand experience with common plumbing problems and the critical role of proactive maintenance. Learn how to make your rental property virtually bulletproof against these costly plumbing repairs. ▶️ Next Episode: I spent $12,650 on an HVAC for my Rental (8 Lessons Learned) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/347-i-spent-%2412-650-on-an-hvac-for-my-rental-8-lessons-learned/id1448707654?i=1000658431946 📄 Show Notes:  https://www.coachcarson.com/plumbingmaintenance/ 🎬 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro to Scott at Everyday Home Repair 01:13 - Discussing Rental Property Maintenance Issues 02:52 - Basement and Crawl Space Issues 09:09 - Different Types of Water Supply Systems 13:10 - Evaluating and Upgrading Galvanized Pipes 16:08 - Inspecting and Repairing Sewer Lines 20:04 - How Communicating with Tenants Can Prevent Problems 24:39 - Preventative Maintenance for Sinks 27:04 - Preventative Maintenance for Toilets 30:19 - Preventative Maintenance for Showers & Tubs 32:49 - Standardizing Fixtures and Building a Repair Kit 38:13 - Maintenance Checklist for Rental Properties 38:39 - Connect with Scott at Everyday Home Repairs 40:07 - Lessons on Heating & Air Units   🔗 Connect with Scott: Free Maintenance Checklist for Rental Properties: https://www.coachcarson.com/maintenance-checklist-rental-properties/ Everyday Home Repairs YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@EverydayHomeRepairs Everyday Solar YouTube:  youtube.com/channel/UCXcoxCRD5qe1CAwoNrbST8g Website: https://everydayhomerepairs.com Facebook Community:  facebook.com/groups/623172345205906 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayhomerepairs/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@everyday_home_repairs   ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod   🖥️ My Real Estate Courses: *FREE COURSE* Find Your Focus in Real Estate for Beginners: https://www.coachcarson.com/fyf 30 Days to a Better Rental Investor: https://www.coachcarson.com/30days Creative Financing for Real Estate Investors: https://www.coachcarson.com/creativefinancing   My Books: 📘 The Small & Mighty Real Estate Investor 📙 Retire Early with Real Estate https://www.coachcarson.com/books-pod   👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson   💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine   🌐 For everything else: https://www.coachcarson.com

    41 min
  3. #364: Meet Darius: From $10k & ZERO Knowledge to 9 Rentals in 6 Years

    OCT 7

    #364: Meet Darius: From $10k & ZERO Knowledge to 9 Rentals in 6 Years

    ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm   🎙️ Episode #364 - Darius transformed Pontiac's downturn into his personal success story, starting with homes under $10K and scaling up to 9 properties. By mastering DIY renovations and strategic financing during tough economic times, he reveals the key strategies that can help any investor thrive in a recovering market.   ▶️ Next Episode: Tenant Screening 101 For Landlords | with Pam Storm from Rent Marketplace https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/224-tenant-screening-101-for-landlords-with-pam-storm/id1448707654?i=1000559312211 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/rewithd/   🎬 Timestamps: 0:00 - Turning a Downturn into a Personal Success Story 1:08 - Darius' Investing During Tough Times 4:16 - Darius' life when Starting his Real Estate Career 7:10 - Where Darius Saw Opportunity Despite Tough Economic Times 7:56 - Breaking Down the Numbers 9:12 - Big Learning Curves 11:33 - Growing his Confidence as an Investor 13:50 - Thinking Outside the Box 15:09 - How Darius Grew his Portfolio 18:41 - Balancing a Full-Time with Real Estate 21:07 - Screening Tenants 24:12 - Standing Out from the Competition 25:21 - Learning from the "scars" 32:11 - Screening and Picking the Best Tenants for your Rental   🔗 Connect with Darius:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darius_oneofone/ Website: https://rewithd.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@darius_oneofone Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realetstatewithdarius/   ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod   🖥️ My Real Estate Courses: *FREE COURSE* Find Your Focus in Real Estate for Beginners: https://www.coachcarson.com/fyf 30 Days to a Better Rental Investor: https://www.coachcarson.com/30days Creative Financing for Real Estate Investors: https://www.coachcarson.com/creativefinancing   My Books: 📘 The Small & Mighty Real Estate Investor 📙 Retire Early with Real Estate https://www.coachcarson.com/books-pod   👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson   💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine   🌐 For everything else: https://www.coachcarson.com

    33 min
  4. #363: How One Dad Earns $5K/month From 8 Rental Properties

    SEP 30

    #363: How One Dad Earns $5K/month From 8 Rental Properties

    ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm   🎙️ Episode #363 – Aaron, a new dad who transitioned from concert organizer to real estate investor, built a portfolio of 8 rental properties while long-distance. Learn how Aaron leveraged his music industry skills, overcame challenges, and chose the strategies that fueled his rapid growth in real estate.   ▶️ Next Episode: How to Find the Best Property Managers https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/333-how-to-find-the-best-property-managers/id1448707654?i=1000647918499   📄 Show Notes:  https://www.coachcarson.com/8rentalportfolio/ 🎬 Timestamps: 0:00 - From Music to Real Estate 1:12 - Aaron's Career turning point 9:25 - Aaron and his wife's journey to real estate investing 17:49 - Numbers on Aaron's first rental property 24:20 - Leveraging equity in your residence 31:54 - Migrating to Washington 41:02 - Trying long distance in Iowa 45:20 - Operations and lessons of managing remotely 53:25 - Aaron's reflections on his journey 56:32 - What's next for Aaron? 1:00:00 - How to find the best property managers   🔗 Connect with Aaron: Website: https://aaronameen.com Twitter: https://x.com/AaronAmeen   ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod   🖥️ My Real Estate Courses: *FREE COURSE* Find Your Focus in Real Estate for Beginners: https://www.coachcarson.com/fyf 30 Days to a Better Rental Investor: https://www.coachcarson.com/30days Creative Financing for Real Estate Investors: https://www.coachcarson.com/creativefinancing   My Books: 📘 The Small & Mighty Real Estate Investor 📙 Retire Early with Real Estate https://www.coachcarson.com/books-pod   👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson   💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine   🌐 For everything else: https://www.coachcarson.com

    1h 1m
  5. #362: How a Couple Used a $223K HELOC to Buy Their 4th Rental Property

    SEP 23

    #362: How a Couple Used a $223K HELOC to Buy Their 4th Rental Property

    ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm   🎙️ Episode #362 – Kelli and her husband used a $223K HELOC to turn a distressed property with mold and water issues into a $2,750/month rental. By staying under budget and securing a higher appraisal, they successfully executed their BRRRR strategy. Kelli shares the secrets behind their success and offers practical advice for aspiring investors!   ▶️ Next Episode: How to Estimate Repair Costs for Your Next Rental Property https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/339-how-to-estimate-repair-cost-for-your-next-rental/id1448707654?i=1000652540659   📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/helocbrrrr/ 🎬 Timestamps: 00:00 - Meet the couple who took out a $223K HELOC 01:32 - Kelli’s Rental Portfolio & Real Estate Investment Journey 04:34 - Using a HELOC for Property Investment 06:15 - What is a HELOC? 08:56 - Finding the New Property 12:14 - Numbers and Budget for their New Property 15:02 - Property Inspection and Challenges 18:09 - Repair Stories and Project Management 21:49 - Property Before & After 24:02 - Financial Details and Refinancing 29:39 - Renting the Property and Final Advice 36:50 - How to Estimate Repair Costs   🔗 Connect with Kelli: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.d.i.y.duo/   ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod   🖥️ My Real Estate Courses: *FREE COURSE* Find Your Focus in Real Estate for Beginners: https://www.coachcarson.com/fyf 30 Days to a Better Rental Investor: https://www.coachcarson.com/30days Creative Financing for Real Estate Investors: https://www.coachcarson.com/creativefinancing   My Books: 📘 The Small & Mighty Real Estate Investor 📙 Retire Early with Real Estate https://www.coachcarson.com/books-pod   👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson   💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine   🌐 For everything else: https://www.coachcarson.com

    37 min
  6. #361: Meet the Mentor Who Changed My Entire Real Estate Journey

    SEP 16

    #361: Meet the Mentor Who Changed My Entire Real Estate Journey

    ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm   🎙️ Episode #361 – Chad sits down with his long-time mentor, Doctor Louis Stone, to reflect on the pivotal lessons that shaped Chad's real estate career. From their early days at Clemson University to navigating complex real estate deals together, they discuss the importance of mentorship, strategic financial management, and the philosophies that guide their approach to wealth-building and entrepreneurship.   ▶️ Next Episode: How to Buy Rental Properties That Cash Flow in any Economy - with John Schaub https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/291-how-to-buy-rental-properties-that-cash-flow-in/id1448707654?i=1000613044148 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/mymentor/ 🎬 Timestamps: 0:00 - The mentor who changed everything! 1:12 - How Chad & Louis met 9:21 - Finding & using the perfect model 15:29 - Free roll of the dice 20:52 - The four "F's" 34:14 - What it takes to become an entrepreneur 36:52 - Types of assets Louis owns 43:09 - Private loans are mutually beneficial 51:27 - Don't lose yourself trying to go "big" 54:49 - "Let a good dog have pups!" 56:54 - John Schaub's investing style   ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod   🖥️ My Real Estate Courses: *FREE COURSE* Find Your Focus in Real Estate for Beginners: https://www.coachcarson.com/fyf 30 Days to a Better Rental Investor: https://www.coachcarson.com/30days Creative Financing for Real Estate Investors: https://www.coachcarson.com/creativefinancing   My Books: 📘 The Small & Mighty Real Estate Investor 📙 Retire Early with Real Estate https://www.coachcarson.com/books-pod   👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson   💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine   🌐 For everything else: https://www.coachcarson.com

    58 min
  7. #360: I Made $358,000 from Househacking in 18 Years – HERE’S HOW!

    SEP 9

    #360: I Made $358,000 from Househacking in 18 Years – HERE’S HOW!

    ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm   🎙️ Episode #360 – This 4-plex I househacked at 26 was my first major investment. I'll share how I secured financing, made improvements, and navigated the ups and downs of management. Finally, I'll break down how exactly I made $358,000—not from cash flow!   ▶️ Next Episode: How Much Tax I Paid When I Sold a Rental Property https://youtu.be/SgNXl8eqa2U?si=0TlCsQMqIDJ1uhsD 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/househackinganalysis/   🎬 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: Living Almost for Free at 26 Years Old 00:53 - Where I Got the $$$ for my First House Hack 06:42 - $0 in with the BRRRR Strategy 09:01 - Breaking Down the Numbers (Cash Flow) 15:27 - Tracking the Appreciating Value of the Property 18:06 - Breaking Down the Numbers (The Return on Value) 22:17 - Analyzing the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) 27:12 - Forecasting the Property's Future Cash Flow 32:45 - How Much Taxes Do You Pay When Selling a Rental Property?   🔗 Coach Carson's FREE Househack Spreadsheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rQFonYIhXUmiQk4rDSxqy_qacGniGUe2UXbH6oGupJE/edit?usp=sharing   ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod   🖥️ My Real Estate Courses: *FREE COURSE* Find Your Focus in Real Estate for Beginners: https://www.coachcarson.com/fyf 30 Days to a Better Rental Investor: https://www.coachcarson.com/30days Creative Financing for Real Estate Investors: https://www.coachcarson.com/creativefinancing   My Books: 📘 The Small & Mighty Real Estate Investor 📙 Retire Early with Real Estate https://www.coachcarson.com/books-pod   👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson   💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine   🌐 For everything else: https://www.coachcarson.com

    33 min
  8. #359: You DON'T Need an LLC to Buy Rental Properties?!

    SEP 2

    #359: You DON'T Need an LLC to Buy Rental Properties?!

    ⭐ Join Rental Property Mastery, my community of rental investors on their way to financial freedom: http://coachcarson.com/rpm   🎙️ Episode #359 - LLCs might not be the best choice for small-scale investors. In this episode, we debunk common LLC myths, provide practical alternatives for asset protection, and help you navigate legal pitfalls. Plus, we'll explore when—if ever—an LLC truly makes sense for your investment strategy.   ▶️ Next Episode: Next Episode: How to Create $10k Per Month Rental Cash Flow, Starting From Scratch https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/309-how-to-create-%2410k-per-month-rental-cash-flow-starting/id1448707654?i=1000628231813 📄 Show Notes: https://www.coachcarson.com/llcnotneeded/ 🎬 Timestamps: 0:00 - Pros, cons, and Disclosure 1:48 - Debating the Need for LLCs in Real Estate 2:06 - Common Misconceptions About LLCs for Real Estate Investors 3:22 - Reasons For and Against Using an LLC 4:30 - Addressing Myths: Asset Protection and Tax Benefits 6:17 - Legal Complications and Local Laws Impact on LLCs 9:20 - Liability and Risk Management 19:07 - Importance of Being Proactive and Maintaining Properties 24:06 - Personalized Approach: When to Consider an LLC   🔗 Connect with Dion:  Dion's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DionTalkFinancialFreedom   ____________________________________________________________________ ⚒️ Get my FREE Real Estate Investor Toolkit: https://www.coachcarson.com/toolkit-pod   🖥️ My Real Estate Courses: *FREE COURSE* Find Your Focus in Real Estate for Beginners: https://www.coachcarson.com/fyf 30 Days to a Better Rental Investor: https://www.coachcarson.com/30days Creative Financing for Real Estate Investors: https://www.coachcarson.com/creativefinancing   My Books: 📘 The Small & Mighty Real Estate Investor 📙 Retire Early with Real Estate https://www.coachcarson.com/books-pod   👋 Connect with Me: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/coachchadcarson 👍 https://www.facebook.com/coachchadcarson 🐦 https://twitter.com/CoachChadCarson   💰 DealMachine – Software to help you buy more real estate deals: https://www.coachcarson.com/dealmachine   🌐 For everything else: https://www.coachcarson.com

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Chad "Coach" Carson shares practical advice about using real estate to retire early (aka achieve financial independence) and do more of what matters. You'll hear in-depth episodes with tips from Chad plus interviews with other real estate investors at various levels of their financial independence journey.

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