Creating Our Own Narrative: Suzanne and Sarah’s Real Estate Investing Podcast

Suzanne + Sarah | Central Oregon Investor Network
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Welcome to the Suzanne and Sarah Real Estate Investing Podcast! Join Suzanne and Sarah, top-producing real estate agents, investors, and Central Oregon locals, as they share expert insights, strategies, and behind-the-scenes stories from their journey in real estate investing. From creative financing techniques to building successful partnerships, navigating market trends, and maximizing returns on investments, this podcast is your go-to resource for real estate tips and inspiration. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting your journey, Suzanne and Sarah deliver actionable advice with authenticity, humor, and a passion for helping others succeed. Episodes Include: Deep dives into real estate strategies. Interviews with industry experts. Insights on the Central Oregon market. Tips for balancing business and personal life. Tune in for practical advice, inspiring stories, and the motivation you need to take your real estate goals to the next level! Subscribe now and start building your wealth through real estate. 🏡💼

  1. May 30

    Podcast Episode: Can AI Replace Your Property Manager? The Future of Real Estate Investing

    In Episode 32 of The Real Deal Podcast, Suzanne Moore and Sarah Willis explore one of the hottest topics in real estate investing today: Can AI replace your property manager? After hosting a live investor meetup featuring property management expert Colby Knickerbocker of Legacy Property Management, they share their biggest takeaways on how artificial intelligence is transforming property management. While the answer isn't a simple yes or no, the discussion reveals how AI is already helping property managers automate repetitive tasks, improve communication, streamline maintenance requests, analyze investment portfolios, and make smarter data-driven decisions. Suzanne and Sarah discuss how AI can handle maintenance reminders, tenant communication triage, rental pricing analysis, portfolio optimization, and operational workflows—allowing property managers to focus on what matters most: relationships, service, and strategic decision-making. If you're a real estate investor, landlord, property manager, or someone curious about the future of AI in real estate, this episode offers practical insights into where technology is heading and how investors can use it to save time, reduce costs, and improve returns.

  2. May 30

    Podcast Episode 31: The Real Deal Behind Real Estate Decisions | HELOCs, Lending & Finding the Right Investment

    In Episode 31 of The Real Deal Podcast, Suzanne Moore and Sarah Willis pull back the curtain on real estate transactions and the honest conversations they have with clients behind the scenes. This episode dives into why the best real estate advice isn’t always about buying or selling—it’s about helping people make the smartest decision for their long-term goals. Suzanne shares stories of clients who initially wanted to sell their homes, only to discover alternative strategies like renting, using a HELOC, or leveraging low-interest-rate mortgages to build wealth instead of giving up valuable assets. Sarah and Suzanne also discuss the importance of working with trusted lending professionals, sharing a candid story about a buyer who switched lenders mid-transaction and quickly realized the difference between creative, relationship-based lending and traditional banking systems. The episode also highlights: Why low-interest-rate mortgages are valuable assets How a HELOC can provide flexibility without selling The importance of asking deeper questions in real estate Why buyers often think they want one thing—but actually need another How consistent relationship-building and email marketing led to a fourplex deal years later

  3. May 7

    Podcast Episode 30: Growing The Real Deal Team

    In Episode 30 of The Real Deal Podcast, Suzanne Moore and Sarah Willis share the exciting next chapter of their real estate journey: expanding their team and transitioning to a brokerage platform that aligns with their long-term vision of freedom, collaboration, and sustainable growth. The duo opens up about why they intentionally moved brokerages, how they evolved from casually mentoring agents into building a fully integrated real estate team, and what makes their approach different from the traditional “hustle until burnout” model common in the industry. They discuss the systems, marketing strategies, mentorship structure, and support tools they’ve built to help agents create true businesses—not just jobs. From CRM systems and transaction coordination to branding support and lead generation, Suzanne and Sarah explain how they’re helping agents create predictable income while still maintaining personal boundaries, weekends, vacations, and quality of life.

  4. Apr 30

    Podcast Episode 29: Pay Off Your Mortgage in 5–7 Years WITHOUT Extra Payments?

    In this episode of The Real Deal Podcast, Sarah Willis and Suzanne Moore break down a powerful mortgage strategy that challenges everything most people believe about home loans. After hosting a recent investor meetup, they’re sharing how using a HELOC-based system instead of a traditional mortgage could help homeowners: ✔ Pay off debt faster ✔ Reduce total interest paid ✔ Keep access to their equity ✔ Use cash flow more efficiently This isn’t about making extra payments. It’s about changing how your money works for you. You’ll learn: Why traditional mortgages are designed the way they are How daily interest recalculation works Why where your money sits matters more than you think Who this strategy works for (and who should avoid it) How investors and high-net-worth individuals structure debt differently

  5. Mar 5

    Podcast Episode: 28 How Real Estate Investors Get 3 Paydays From One Deal

    In this episode of The Real Deal Podcast, Sarah Willis and Suzanne Moore—investor-minded real estate agents based in Central Oregon—introduce the creative real estate strategy known as lease options, also called rent-to-own agreements. They preview their upcoming March 19 investor meetup (12–1 PM PT) featuring lease-option expert Andrew Schlag, founder of Truca RE, who will teach investors how to sell properties using this creative financing strategy. Sarah and Suzanne explain how lease options work: a tenant-buyer pays a negotiable, typically non-refundable option deposit for the right to purchase a property at a pre-negotiated price in the future. During the lease period, the tenant pays rent and often assumes responsibility for maintenance, repairs, and insurance. Meetup Event Link: https://www.meetup.com/bend-real-estate-investing-meetup/events/313561120/?eventOrigin=group_events_list 🔗 Stay Connected & Explore More! 🔗 Want to know more about the PRIMO Private Money Academy? Learn more: https://www.centraloregoninvestornetwork.com/private-money-academy 📩 Sign up for our investor newsletter → https://www.centraloregoninvestornetwork.com/contact-us 🏡 Explore real estate opportunities → https://www.centraloregoninvestornetwork.com/ 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast →https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-our-own-narrative-suzanne-and-sarahs-real/id1792087367 📺 Watch on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@suzanneandsarah/videos 📷 Follow us on Instagram: Sarah Willis → https://www.instagram.com/bestlifebend/ Suzanne Moore → https://www.instagram.com/suzannerosemoore/ 📆 Book a Free Consultation → https://calendly.com/suzannerosemoore/real-estate-intro

  6. Feb 24

    Podcast Episode 27:Infinite Banking - how to use life insurance policies to buy real estate investments

    Infinite Banking for Real Estate Investors: How Whole Life Policies Can Fund Deals and Build Long-Term Wealth In this episode of The Real Deal Podcast, Suzanne and Sarah explain the investing strategy known as Infinite Banking and how properly structured whole life insurance policies can be used as a funding tool for real estate deals. If you’ve heard investors talk about “borrowing from yourself,” uninterrupted compounding, or using policies to fund down payments, this episode breaks down how the strategy actually works in practice — and when it makes sense. Inside this episode: ✔ How Infinite Banking works step-by-step ✔ How investors borrow against policies for deals ✔ What uninterrupted compounding really means ✔ Typical funding levels and timelines ✔ Who this strategy is NOT for ✔ Real examples from experienced investors ✔ Estate planning and liquidity benefits many overlook This episode is designed for education — to help you understand another potential financial tool for long-term investing.

    19 min

  7. 12/11/2025

    Podcast Episode 26: Second Chances & STR Wins: How Smart Investors Close Year-End Deals

    In this episode, Sarah Willis and Suzanne Moore break down what it really takes to win STR (short-term rental) deals — especially during the chaotic rush of Q4. They share an incredible true story: a client who missed an STR duplex in Bend by ONE day… only to get a second chance when the original deal fell apart. Learn how Zillow alerts, backup offers, and quick action turned a missed opportunity into a major win. You’ll also hear about: • Navigating STR permits and zoning in Bend • Why smart investors plan early instead of scrambling in December • A case study of a December STR purchase that still made it across the finish line • Sarah & Suzanne’s own STR sale in Rhododendron, Oregon — from purchase to cash-flow in months • How emotional management affects investor success • What to do when inventory doesn’t match your criteria If you're building passive income through STRs or hoping to secure an investment before year-end, this episode is filled with strategy, timing, and inspiration. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Welcome 00:45 — Short-term rentals & year-end timing 01:13 — The “second chance” STR story 03:16 — Backup offers & STR permit strategy 04:27 — The reality of the December STR rush 06:59 — Success story: Rhododendron STR journey 09:03 — Final takeaways

    11 min

  8. 12/04/2025

    Podcast Episode 25: The Infinity Loop: A Wealth Building Blueprint for Investors

    In Episode 25, Suzanne and Sarah dive deep into a powerful wealth-building framework every investor should understand: The Infinity Loop — a cycle of buying STRs, using accelerated depreciation, deferring taxes, and repeating the process to build sustainable, multigenerational wealth. They explore: Why STRs are outperforming long-term rentals for W2 earners Current tax opportunities, including 100% bonus depreciation returning in 2025 The roles of cost segregation, material participation, and REPS How to defer taxes indefinitely using 1031 exchanges How wealthy families pass property tax-free with a step-up in basis Real-life examples and client wins demonstrate how the Infinity Loop helps investors shelter income, scale more quickly, and replace their W2 earnings. The episode wraps with community updates, upcoming meetups, and how listeners can join their curated weekly STR deal list.

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Welcome to the Suzanne and Sarah Real Estate Investing Podcast! Join Suzanne and Sarah, top-producing real estate agents, investors, and Central Oregon locals, as they share expert insights, strategies, and behind-the-scenes stories from their journey in real estate investing. From creative financing techniques to building successful partnerships, navigating market trends, and maximizing returns on investments, this podcast is your go-to resource for real estate tips and inspiration. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting your journey, Suzanne and Sarah deliver actionable advice with authenticity, humor, and a passion for helping others succeed. Episodes Include: Deep dives into real estate strategies. Interviews with industry experts. Insights on the Central Oregon market. Tips for balancing business and personal life. Tune in for practical advice, inspiring stories, and the motivation you need to take your real estate goals to the next level! Subscribe now and start building your wealth through real estate. 🏡💼

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