In this episode, Renters Warehouse CEO Kevin Ortner speaks to Andrey Sokurec, owner of Homestead Road and author of the book Total Financial Awakening. Through his own American Dream story, Andrey gives insight on overcoming the fear of investing, along with tried and true tips for building a real estate portfolio. 

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Episode 14: The First Step Into Investing Is the Hardest One: Getting There With Tips from Author and Investor Andrey Sokurec

In this fast-paced episode, Kevin Ortner and Noel Christopher take a look at the state of the rental market, while also highlighting opportunities that are available for property investors in the SFR build-to-rent space.As most investors know, there are a number of different dynamics going on in the housing market right now.Supply is low, demand is high, and mortgage rates are low. Investors are buying these investments up, and there’s not much inventory. Noel Christopher, Senior Vice President of Portfolio Services, says that SFR investments remain a solid investment. In this space, rent collection and occupancy rates have always trended higher than multifamily, but even throughout these current times of economic instability, the trend has continued. SFR as an investment has remained strong. The entry-level home buyer and the entry-level renter are essentially the same person, says Noel –they may not be able to buy right now, due to the economic impact of the Covid response. But they will still need housing, and demand for SFR rentals is still high.

Episode 13: Investor Demand Is Through the Roof!

In today’s informative episode, Renters Warehouse’s CEO, Kevin Ortner; and Chief Operations Manager and Chief Technology Officer Todd Jable discuss developments in the SFR industry during COVID-19. This episode uncovers what’s happening with showings, leasing, and evictions during this time –along with an inside look on how COVID-19 has impacted the rental market so far.This episode follows on from last time, so if you haven’t listened to the first part yet, feel free to catch up here.

Episode 12: Rental Properties During COVID-19 - Showings, Leasing, Evictions, and Returning to Normal

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unique challenges to the property management industry. See what Renters Warehouse has done in response. A must-hear episode for any landlord or property manager!Renters Warehouse’s CEO, Kevin Ortner – and Chief Operations Manager and Chief Technology Officer Todd Jable, discuss some of the challenges that the SFR industry has seen due to COVID-19. They share how Renters Warehouse is navigating some of the challenges, and take a look at some fascinating inside stats and data, along with things that they’ve learned. There’s also discussion on general industry data, rent collection, how they’re handling maintenance, and some of the challenges and questions that have come up during this time.Free Resources:Free Renters Warehouse Response Plan: How to Manage Your Property During COVID-19The Renters Warehouse COVID-19 Resource Page

Episode 11: Managing Rental Properties & Challenges During COVID-19

Welcome to the Rent Estate™ podcast! In this episode, Renters Warehouse’s CEO Kevin Ortner is joined by special guest Sean Blomquist of Pine Financial Group as they discuss hard money loans –an option every investor should be familiar with. Tune in to see what you should know about these loans, and see why they’re an attractive option for many investors today.If you enjoyed today’s podcast, then be sure to check out Episode 02: Future-Proofing Your Investments to learn about building a long-term portfolio.And of course if you’d like help with your investments or would like to create a real estate investment plan, visit Renters Warehouse. Live, invest, and rent –all under one roof! 

Episode 10 - Hard Money Loans: What You Should Know

Welcome to the first episode of the year! In this exciting and informative episode, join Renters Warehouse’s CEO Kevin Ortner –and special guest Greg Rand, Chief Strategy Officer, as they kick off 2020 with a fascinating discussion, giving clear insights into the current state of the housing market. We’ll also hear some predictions from Greg, along with strategies and tips for investing today.If you’d like to get started with single-family rental (SFR) properties, but are holding off due to uncertainty in the housing market, this episode is for you. In it, Greg shares why he’s feeling confident, and what he looks at when assessing the viability of the market. 

Episode 09: The Housing Market - Predictions and Insight for 2020

Welcome back to the SFR Roundup with Noel Christopher. In today’s episode, Noel breaks down what he sees for the real estate market heading into 2020. So what do you need to know? Here’s what you can expect on today’s episode: Availability and current inventory for single-family homes. Baby boomers will cycle out of homeownership and millennials will cycle in, but what does that mean for investors?The build to rent market is still huge because of the demand of single-family rentalsHomebuilders are working really hard to provide affordable homes, specifically for millennialsNoel also covers the unique opportunity for the small to mid-sized home builders to get into the single-family rental space and to start selling to investors. Investors are gravitating towards the newer construction homes because of the mitigated risk with maintenance and condition of the home. Noel predicts the homebuilders that do this as a part of their model in 2020 are going to do great because they can pre-sell their inventory in advance.Comment, subscribe, or reach out. Find Noel on LinkedIn and let him know what you think about this episode.

SFR Roundup #4 - Predictions Heading Into 2020

Welcome back to the SFR Roundup with Noel Christopher. In today’s episode, Noel breaks down more recent housing news and the stability of the housing market. Tune in for a breakdown and deep dive of: The housing starts, what that means for the single-family rental market What price fluctuation actually means for single-family investorsAffordable housing and the demandWhy investors are moving away from the “Fix and Flip” method and turning to the “Buy to Rent” strategyHe specifically breaks down a few articles we’ve seen in recent news discussing how investors are leveraging foreclosures into their buy-to-rent strategy. The median price of a new home is down, but a decline in home prices isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Noel says this is just builders supplying more affordable homes. He also talks about investors who are looking at markets where they see an opportunity for and a demand for housing. If there is a decline/recession, single-family rents don’t go down the same ratio as the values. Overall, Noel is pointing out that the housing market is healthy, regardless of affordability issues. Comment, subscribe, or reach out. Find Noel on LinkedIn and let him know what you think about this episode.Visit Renters Warehouse’s YouTube channel.Or browse the Renters Warehouse Blog –A FREE educational resource that’s packed full of practical investing advice and exciting news in the state of the housing market.Subscribe to the Podcast: PodbeaniTunesGoogle PlayStitcherSpotifyYoutube

SFR Roundup #3 - Health of the Housing Market, Economy, and Demand for Affordable Housing

Investing in income property offers a number of exciting benefits –something that’s helped to make it one of the most popular investments today. From immediate cash flow to the long-term rewards of equity growth and appreciation –income property can prove to be a rewarding investment.When you’re ready to sell your investment property, you can roll the proceeds from the sale over into another property in what’s known as a 1031 exchange, which means that any profit that you make from the property sale won’t be subject to capital gains tax, but can instead be deferred –a valuable tax benefit that you can use to grow your portfolio. So what qualifies for a 1031 exchange? In this episode, Kevin Ortner –CEO of Renters Warehouse; and Joe Vesey from First American Exchange, breakdown the complexities of a 1031 exchange. In today’s episode, Kevin and Joe discuss: What exactly IS a 1031 exchangeThe process of beginning a 1031 exchange and the rules you need to followWhat types of investments qualify for at 1031 exchangeAnd more! 

Episode 08: The Powerful Benefits of a 1031 Exchange

Rumor has it we’re at the brink of a recession –and that means an impending housing crash. Or does it? In today’s episode of SFR Roundup, Senior Vice President of portfolio services for Renters Warehouse, Noel Christopher –shares his thoughts and experience on what’s really happening with the housing market. Join Noel as he discusses all things SFR. This is a must-listen-to episode for experienced investors, and those who may still be on the fence and yet to buy their first property.

SFR Roundup #2 - Millennials, The Recession Narrative, and What’s Happening in the Housing Market

There’s a lot of noise in the marketplace and a lot of political news and narratives. What’s happening with real estate? Is there a bubble? How do you know where –and when to invest? In today’s episode, Senior Vice President of portfolio services for Renters Warehouse, Noel Christopher –shines some light on what’s really happening with real estate today. Get an insider's take on what's going on, as Noel sets the record straight cuts through some of the confusion!

SFR Roundup #1 - What’s Happening in Real Estate? Developments, News, and What to Expect

One investor and his wife’s journey from zero properties to FIVE. In today's episode of the Rent Estate Podcast, Kevin Ortner is joined by real estate investor Matt McKinney. You'll get to hear some of Matt's backstory as a construction worker and see how he and his wife, Michelle, have been successfully investing in property for eight years. This first-hand account shines some light on the big question that most first-time investors are facing, “Should I go for it?”Click here for an overview of the episode!

Episode 07: Starting and Growing Your Retirement Portfolio - One Investor’s Journey

How is tech shaping the SFR landscape? Kevin Ortner is joined by Chief Technology Officer Todd Jable as they discuss the impact of technology on the single-family rental space. Whether you’re a landlord, investor, or property manager yourself, you’ve probably seen changes as well –from how rent’s collected to the feasibility of investing in properties that are out of town. Kevin and Todd discuss how there’s a lot more in store as well, as technology continues to advance and tools increasingly arrive on the scene in this sector, something that’s providing increased efficiency throughout the entire SFR investing process.

Episode 06: Technology’s Impact on the Single Family Rental Space

In today’s podcast, Kevin Ortner is joined by Mark Hanson, Sales Director for Minneapolis/St. Paul, as they discuss the important yet often-overlooked steps that many first-time (and even experienced landlords) can overlook. From leasing the property to finding tenants, and pricing properties competitively –on to advice on scaling your portfolio, Kevin and Mark draw on their years of experience as real estate investors –and show how easy it can be to find success through single-family homes. Tune in to see how easy it is to assess potential investment opportunities, and why Mark made the move from fix-and-flipping to leasing properties.

Episode 05: How to Get Started in This Space + A New Category of Real Estate

Rental maintenance is a big topic, and many landlords aren’t sure where to begin. But taking a proactive approach to maintenance can help to stave off many preventable issues down the road.In this episode, Kevin Ortner and special guest Brock Thompson discuss maintenance strategies that every landlord should know. They dispel rumors, shed light on confusing issues, and help new and experienced landlords alike to gain knowledge on how they should tackle maintenance at their rentals.Join them as they discuss tips and strategies to help landlords get on top of this important, yet often-neglected issue: rental property maintenance.

Episode 04: Tips for Dealing With Rental Maintenance

Brought to you by Renters Warehouse, the Rent Estate podcast is a conversation on how you can achieve retirement security, financial freedom, and the new American dream through single-family rental property investments. Listen along as we share success stories, tips, tricks to ensure those investing in single-family rentals can achieve true financial freedom and passive income through real estate.

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