Real Estate Investing School Podcast

Real Estate Investing School
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Real Estate Investing School Podcast

  1. 2D AGO

    Betting on Yourself at 40 and Building a High-Volume Off Market Acquisition Business by Jeremy Beland

    Jeremy Beland joins Joe Jensen to share how getting crushed in the 2007–2009 recession, nearly facing foreclosure, and joining the Air Force at 33 reset his life and ultimately set the stage for his real estate comeback. At 40, he made a bold move selling his townhouse, downsizing hard, and investing in coaching to start wholesaling in 2017, landing his first deal within 90 days and building momentum from there. His story highlights how fast life can change, and how real estate became the vehicle that gave him stability, options, and long-term control. The conversation dives into Jeremy's real strategy today: mastering off market acquisitions first, then choosing the best exit per deal including wholetails, flips, burrs, novations, and wholesales. He explains why wholetailing is one of his favorite plays, using true private lenders to buy deals, clean them out, and list them with minimal rehab, and why having multiple exit strategies helps him pivot through shifting markets. Jeremy also breaks down novations as a legal way to pre-market a deal for a retail buyer when an assignment won't work, and closes with a simple reminder: build a life you never want to retire from, and develop the acquisition and negotiation skills that turn leads into real closings.

    51 min

  2. APR 6

    Tax Liens for Regular People, The Robinhood-Style Way to Earn 13 to 18% Backed by Real Estate with Stephen Morel

    Stephen Morell joins the Real Estate Investing School podcast to break down why tax lien investing has quietly been one of the most consistent real estate backed return plays for institutional investors and how his company, Jurisdeed, is working to open that world up to everyday investors. As a former title attorney with deep experience in property law, Stephen explains that tax liens are not really a "get cheap properties" strategy for most people. They are primarily a redemption play where the homeowner pays back the delinquent taxes plus interest and costs. The catch is the process is brutally complex, state by state rules vary, and small compliance mistakes can wipe out your position. Jurisdeed's mission is to make tax liens feel like a true investable asset class, simplifying the experience in a way similar to what Robinhood did for stocks. Stephen dives into the real problems investors face after buying liens, including time sensitive notice requirements, legal documentation, and ongoing monitoring while the lien matures. He explains typical timelines, why foreclosure is not automatic, and why even foreclosure does not guarantee you end up owning the property since auctions and legal steps vary widely. The bigger vision is building infrastructure that creates liquidity and clarity in a market that has historically been a manual good old boy system, including a future secondary marketplace and potential financing options. The episode closes with a practical warning about due diligence, the importance of volume and averages, and why the real edge in tax liens is systematizing compliance so investors can focus on strategy instead of paperwork. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram Jurisdeed.com

    53 min

  3. MAR 30

    Litigation Finance?! The "Hidden" Alternative Investment Most Investors Ignore with Patrick Grimes

    Patrick Grimes, founder of Passive Investing Mastery and a former robotics engineer, shares how getting burned in the 2007–2008 crash reshaped his entire investing philosophy. Instead of chasing "get rich quick" returns, Patrick now treats real estate as one slice of a broader portfolio and focuses on building true financial security through non-correlated alternative investments, assets that do not all rise and fall together. He explains why resilient portfolios often include real estate alongside lesser-known options like legal and litigation finance, energy, and other niche strategies that behave differently during downturns. The episode dives into two big opportunities Patrick sees in real estate right now: buying distressed commercial assets at low prices (especially with cash) and lending at higher rates where banks have pulled back, particularly in small-balance commercial deals. Patrick also breaks down litigation finance in simple terms: lending against a diversified pool of late-stage contingency cases, cross-collateralized to reduce risk. The conversation closes with actionable portfolio thinking: do not over-index into one volatile asset class, diversify for resilience, and a simple reminder Patrick would text the world: choose loving over hate.

    39 min

  4. MAR 23

    How Top Agents Win Deals Without Being Pushy with Debbie DiMaggio

    In this episode, I sit down with Debbie DiMaggio, a top-producing Northern California agent who's been in the game for decades, and we talk about the real difference between being an investor and being an agent. As an investor, you can move fast and get creative, but when you're representing a client and a brokerage, it's a whole different world. Debbie breaks down why disclosure matters so much, why agents have to walk a straight line, and how liability changes everything when you're the "trusted expert" for someone else. We also get into how messy certain markets can be, especially places like California and New York, where tenant laws can turn into a full-blown nightmare if you don't know what you're getting into. Then we go practical. Debbie lays out what actually wins deals in competitive markets, and it's not being aggressive, flashy, or pushy. It's being the agent people want to work with. She talks about building relationships with listing agents before offer day, staying on top of communication, writing clean offers, getting buyers truly pre-approved, and removing friction wherever possible so the deal feels like a guaranteed close. Her mindset is simple but powerful: colleagues, not competitors, because your reputation travels fast in real estate. And at the end of the day, Debbie reminds us why this business matters. You're not just selling houses, you're helping real people move into a better chapter. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram Debbie Dimaggio

    51 min

  5. MAR 16

    How Commercial Real Estate and AI Collide with Brad Andrus

    Texas-based entrepreneur Brad Andrus joins the Real Estate Investing School podcast to unpack his journey from commercial banking to building multiple successful companies across brokerage, development, property management, self-storage, and even AI-powered business services. Brad shares the fascinating story behind his latest project — the revival of Denton's historic Fine Arts Theater — a massive, community-driven redevelopment blending creativity, commerce, and legacy-minded leadership. From navigating historic tax credits to structuring a $10M project that intentionally prioritizes community value over pure profit, Brad reveals what it really takes to bring a forgotten landmark back to life. Brad also opens up about the evolution of his investing career, transitioning from single-family rentals into cash-flowing commercial assets, and how he now leverages AI to streamline decision-making and operations across multiple businesses. He shares the lessons that shaped him — including big mistakes, mindset shifts, and the operational discipline required to scale sustainably. If you're interested in commercial real estate, creative deal structuring, or embracing technology to gain an edge, this episode is packed with wisdom from an operator who truly understands the long game. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram

    54 min

  6. MAR 9

    Why Flippers Lose Money—And How to Avoid It with Matt Lavender

    In this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, Joe Jensen sits down with Matt Lavender, founder and president of New Again Houses, one of the fastest-growing home-flipping franchise systems in the country. What started in a tiny roofing shop in 2008 has grown into a nationwide network of 50+ franchise locations powered by proprietary software, in-house lending, and a model designed to help everyday entrepreneurs flip houses consistently and profitably. Before building this national operation, Matt was a college professor and soccer coach—and he shares how his unconventional background shaped his philosophy on leadership, perseverance, and building a business instead of just flipping a house. Matt breaks down the metrics that actually matter when analyzing deals (including the "risk factor" most investors ignore), why consistent volume is the key to reducing risk, and how partnerships—with contractors, suppliers, and even Lowe's corporate—drive competitive advantage. He also explains why real estate is never passive, how to scale without sacrificing your life, the difference between building a business vs. chasing deals, and why most investors fail without a clear strategy. From franchise insights to hard-earned flipping lessons, this conversation is a masterclass in creating sustainable success—whether you flip 2 houses a year or 30. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram

    58 min

  7. MAR 2

    The "Lazy" Strategy That Actually Works with Melissa Nash

    In this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, Joe Jensen sits down with Melissa Nash—a real estate investor, educator, mother of four, and wealth strategist who built a $5M+ rental portfolio using what she calls The Lazy Investor Method. After losing her business in the 2008 crash, Melissa went searching for a safer, more predictable path to financial freedom. She found it in buy-and-hold real estate—modeling the quiet generational wealth her husband's grandmother built by steadily acquiring rentals over decades. In this conversation, Melissa breaks down the early failures that taught her what not to do, the power of out-of-state investing, and the systems that allowed her to scale past 50+ deals without ever swinging a hammer, managing contractors, or even visiting most properties in person. Melissa also shares how she leverages turnkey teams, vetted property managers, creative lenders, new builds, cash-out refi strategies, and a network she carefully built over ten years to acquire properties with minimal friction—sometimes with as little as $6–7K all-in. From avoiding bad contractors to choosing landlord-friendly markets, from building tax-saving structures to combining appreciation and cash flow strategically, Melissa reveals how everyday people can create freedom through simple, repeatable systems. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by real estate, this episode is a masterclass in how to start small, stay consistent, and build a portfolio that truly supports your life—not the other way around. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram

    54 min

  8. FEB 23

    How to Buy Right, Finance Right, and Manage Right with Gino Barbero

    On this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, Joe Jensen sits down with multifamily investor, certified money coach, and father of six, Gino Barbero. With 1,800 units and over $350M AUM—all without syndications—Gino breaks down the truth behind building a real estate portfolio the right way. He shares how he went from running a family restaurant to partnering with Jake, buying their first 25-unit deal, scaling thoughtfully, and creating long-term wealth through operations, strong systems, and strategic market selection. Gino also dives deep into the mindset behind money—how childhood beliefs shape financial behaviors, why clarity matters more than motivation, and how understanding your relationship with money creates freedom. From valuation through operations, to avoiding predatory partnerships, to teaching money principles to his own kids, this conversation is packed with real-world lessons, transparency, and timeless wisdom. If you care about building wealth the right way, this episode is a masterclass. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram barbaro360.com jakeandgino.com

    46 min
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