Investing In Real Estate With Clayton Morris | Financial Freedom Through Real Estate

Understanding your expenses and your overall net worth is an important piece of your overall financial snapshot. But what’s also important is understanding the amount of performing assets that are necessary to create financial freedom for your family. This episode is my interview on the Get Rich Education Show!   In this interview, you’ll learn about the power of the Freedom Number, how to leverage your investments, and how to grow your portfolio. You’ll hear about the problem with falling in love with real estate, how to make your investments passive, and more!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by Zapier! Zapier is the easiest way to automate your work. It connects all your business software and handles work for you, so you can focus on the things that matter most. Zapier lets you instantly engage with leads, send them to a CRM or spreadsheet, then notify your team so they can act fast on every opportunity. And that's just scratching the surface. Zapier supports more than fifteen-hundre

In Robert Greene’s book Mastery, he writes, “There are two kinds of failure. The first comes from never trying out your ideas because you are afraid, or because you are waiting for the perfect time. This kind of failure you can never learn from, and such timidity will destroy you. The second kind comes from a bold and venturesome spirit. If you fail in this way, the hit that you take to your reputation is greatly outweighed by what you learn. Repeated failure will toughen your spirit and show you with absolute clarity how things must be done.”    On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I want to talk about these two types of failure, how to boldly chase your dreams, and what you can gain from failing. We’ll discuss Henry Ford, how failure can help you grow, and more!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode534    

Most entrepreneurs are into crunching numbers and improving analytics. When you’re in that mindset, it’s easy to keep striving for more success and more money. But at some point, you have to ask yourself the question: “when is enough, enough?”   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m excited to introduce you to Brandon Middleton! Brandon is the epitome of an entrepreneur, a podcaster, and a real estate investor. He’s here to share how he transitioned from building a million dollar business owner to a passive investor. We’re talking about tips for entrepreneurs, how to scale your business, and how to have a healthy relationship when you work with your spouse. Don’t miss episode 533!   Today’s episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by ZipRecruiter! ZipRecruiter doesn’t depend on candidates finding you. It finds them for you. See why ZipRecruiter is effective for businesses of all sizes. Try ZipRecruiter for FREE by visiting ziprecruiter.com/investing.   Book a call with our team: https://goo

When you’re a real estate investor, you’re going to have to deal with repairs from time to time. A great property management team will help manage the maintenance of repairs, but as the owner, you’ll still have to make financial decisions and take responsibility.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Natali and I are sharing our experience with letting property management teams handle repairs. We’ll talk about getting second opinions, ensuring your quotes are reasonable, managing your expectations, and more. Don’t miss episode 532!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by SimpliSafe! SimpliSafe protects your whole home – every window, room and door - with 24/7 monitoring for just a fraction of the cost. There’s no contract, hidden fees or fine print. For free shipping and a 60-day risk-free trial, visit simplisafe.com/investing.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode532  

American Elections: Wicked Game is a new podcast from the host of Wondery’s American History Tellers (Lindsay Graham) that will explore all 58 presidential elections, leading up to the big day in November 2020. From the inevitable election of George Washington in 1789, to Donald Trump’s surprise electoral victory in 2016, we’ll attempt to discover if there ever was a “good ol’ days,” or if presidential politics have always been played dirty. Listen now at: http://wondery.fm/AmericanElectionsIR

Every single real estate investor, entrepreneur, and human is bound to face failure at some point. When it comes to your business, the potential for failure can seem scary—but it’s also part of the growing process.   On today’s show, I want to touch on the importance of failing early in your investing career, and how it can make you stronger. You’ll learn the value of failing, why it’s actually a good thing to experience failure ASAP, and how to become better from your problems. Don’t miss episode 531 of Investing in Real Estate!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by Pitney Bowes! Shipping and mailing from your desk has never been simpler than with SendPro Online from Pitney Bowes. With SendPro Online from Pitney Bowes, it’s just click, send, and save for as low as $4.99 (four dollars and 99 cents) a month. Send envelopes, flats, and packages right from your desk and you are back to business in no time. And for being an Investing in Real Estate listener, you’ll receive a FREE 30-day trial

On today’s episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m joined by Brian Ellwood, a real estate professional who retired by the age of 30 thanks to passive income. Brian’s passion is teaching others how to replace their income by acquiring rental real estate.   In this interview, Brian is sharing his inspirational story of quitting his job, getting involved with wholesaling, and becoming a buy and hold investor. We’ll discuss the power of setting clear goals, getting in the right mindset, and how to find your place in the real estate industry.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode530  

From time to time, you might find yourself considering the option of selling one of your rental properties. Whether it’s due to market shifts, or personal financial situations, if you find yourself tempted to sell your rental property, there are a few things to consider.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, Natali and I are talking about long-term buy and hold strategies, addressing underlying fears, and what to do if you feel like you need to sell a rental property. Please join us for episode 529!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode529  

When interviewed about his car production process, Henry Ford said, “I’ve never made a mistake in my life. Never! And neither did you ever make a mistake—or anybody else .For what purpose do you suppose you are living on earth? Do you know what you are here for? l'll tell you what every living person is here for, and that is to get experience. That's all we can get out of life.”   On today’s show, I want to talk about the value of making mistakes. I’ll share some of my own struggles in my business, and my attempts to grow from them. You’ll learn about the power of getting uncomfortable and taking risks, and how to use your own mistakes as learning tools.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode528  

Self-storage is one incredibly fascinating area within the real estate investing industry. Self-storage investing involves many of the staples of running a real estate business like taxes, acquisition, and monthly cash flow—but without having to worry about on-site tenants.    On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m joined by Scott Krone of Coda Management Group. Scott is here to share his unique approach to self-storage investing, including building a simplistic business model and why demographic trends can create a need for self-storage. You’ll learn about converting buildings for self-storage, what it takes to get started, and much more!    This episode is sponsored by Lumin Skin! You dress to impress, you exercise, and you eat well. What are you doing for your face? Lumin takes the stress out of building a skin care regimen – each set comes with a simple routine that can be done in under two minutes. Lumin is offering our listeners an exclusive free trial—just pay $5.99 in shipping. That’s a $45

If you find yourself wanting to sell a rental property, capital gains taxes can be incredibly challenging. By now, you probably already know the power of a 1031 Exchange. But like most strategies, a 1031 Exchange is not one-size-fits all.   On today’s show, Brett Swarts from Capital Gains Tax Solutions is here to share what a Deferred Sales Trust is, how it differs from the 1031 Exchange, and how you can use it to defer taxes when selling highly appreciated assets. This strategy is a game changer—you don’t want to miss episode 526 of Investing in Real Estate!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by Simplisafe! SimpliSafe protects every door window and room with twenty-four-seven professional monitoring. They make it easy. There’s no contract, hidden fees or fine print. Prices are always fair and honest, and around-the-clock monitoring is just fifteen dollars a month. And for my listeners, SimpliSafe has a huge deal going on right now. Go to simplisafe.com/investing and get free shipping and

Like any worthwhile venture, investing in real estate can come with its challenges. From evictions to bad business deals, most investors have a horror story or two under their belt. On today’s show, I want to talk about how to approach these challenges with positivity and resilience, and how to grow through adversity.   This episode is all about looking for your next challenge, and how to become immersed in a growth mindset. You’ll learn about learning from your difficulties, how to gain wisdom and strength, and what it means to look for your next rock to climb.   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by Clearbanc!  Clearbanc has created a new way for founders to raise money without tapping into their personal resources. They can fund you anywhere from $10K to $10M in a single day—all you need to do is fill out their 20-minute term sheet to get started. As a special gift to my listeners, qualifying companies that get approved by Clearbanc will get $1,000 of additional capital! To signup visit

Physical rental properties are not the only performing asset that can help you build wealth. Holding paper, also known as seller financing, is a smart way to diversify, bring in cash flow, and create financial freedom. And on the other hand, if you’re looking to acquire real estate, owner financing can be a smart way to make a purchase.   Today’s guest, Mark Ross, is the CEO at Good Steward Lending Services, a company that provides solutions to buy, sell, and lend against notes. On today’s show, Mark is starting the ins and outs of holding paper, including the subtleties of the Dodd Frank law, the benefits of owner financing, and how to create a deal that is beneficial for all involved parties. Don’t miss episode 524 of Investing in Real Estate!   Today’s episode is sponsored by Vistaprint! For small business owners, being plugged in and prepared when an opportunity comes up is crucial. Those moments happen all the time… they’re happening now. And having a business card that shows how professional you are in

A lot of new investors often wonder how long it will take them to make back their initial investment on a rental property. However, this is the wrong question to ask. When you become a real estate investor, you’ll want to start thinking of your money as streams of cash, not piles of cash.   On today’s show, we’re walking you through a real life example from one of our listeners. You’ll hear exact numbers, ROI, and how to start asking the right questions when it comes to your investments. Please join us for episode 523 of Investing in Real Estate!   This episode is sponsored by Zapier! Growing a business is hard, especially when you're wasting hours every day moving data from emails to spreadsheets to your CRM to wherever. Shouldn't that kind of stuff just happen, without you lifting a finger? Zapier can help. Zapier is the easiest way to automate your work. It connects all your business software and handles work for you, so you can focus on the things that matter most. Right now through November, try Zapier f

What is it like to replace your paycheck with passive income, live financially free, and escape the rat race? This episode is my interview with Robert Kiyosaki on the Rich Dad Radio Show—recorded shortly after I retired from broadcast television thanks to real estate investing.   In this interview, you’ll learn about reverse engineering your expenses, how to allow money to flow through you, and my journey to becoming a real estate investor. Please enjoy my interview with Robert and Kim Kiyosaki, and Ken McElroy!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by Pitney Bowes! Shipping and mailing from your desk has never been simpler than with SendPro Online from Pitney Bowes. With SendPro Online from Pitney Bowes, it’s just click, send, and save for as low as $4.99 (four dollars and 99 cents) a month. Send envelopes, flats, and packages right from your desk and you are back to business in no time. And for being an Investing in Real Estate listener, you’ll receive a FREE 30-day trial to get started an

If you’re a DIY landlord, you know how stressful and unorganized it feels to manage multiple spreadsheets, field phone calls and maintenance requests, and everything else that goes along with the rental business. But managing your rental properties doesn’t have to be difficult—as long as you put the right systems in place.   On today’s show, Ryan Coon, the co-founder and CEO of Avail Landlord Software joins us to talk about simplifying your real estate business. Avail is a software that helps landlords list properties, screen prospective tenants, collect payments, and manage maintenance requests, all in one place! In this episode, you’ll learn about the benefits of using a landlord software program, and how Avail can help you become a more efficient, profitable landlord!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode521  

In part 4 of our Behind the Scenes of a Renovation Series, I'm taking you back to my rental properties to get an update on the rehab process! At this point, the properties are almost tenant ready!   I'm excited to show you everything that has been fixed and completed! You'll also get a glimpse at a few minor touchups that are impending. We'll talk about the timeline, take a look at the new windows, and more! If you've been following this series, you won't want to miss part 4!   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by Pitney Bowes! Shipping and mailing from your desk has never been simpler than with SendPro Online from Pitney Bowes. With SendPro Online from Pitney Bowes, it’s just click, send, and save for as low as $4.99 (four dollars and 99 cents) a month. Send envelopes, flats, and packages right from your desk and you are back to business in no time. And for being an Investing in Real Estate listener, you’ll receive a FREE 30-day trial to get started and a FREE 10-pound scale to ensure tha

Many people are looking for a strategy to help them get rich quick. But the truth is, wealth building is a slow and steady process that involves a lot of patience and persistence.   On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you’ll learn a realistic and sustainable strategy you can use to get rich, over time. You’ll learn about starting from where you are, how to be intentional and creative, and why you should welcome slow and steady wealth building.   This episode of Investing in Real Estate is sponsored by ZipRecruiter! ZipRecruiter doesn’t depend on candidates finding you. It finds them for you. Its technology identifies people with the right experience and invites them to apply to your job. So you get qualified candidates fast. See why ZipRecruiter is effective for businesses of all sizes. Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at ziprecruiter.com/investing.   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat  Show notes: http://morrisinvest.com/episode519    

Oftentimes, the hardest part of building wealth can be changing your mindset. Many of us have been indoctrinated with false ideas about saving for retirement, the morality of debt, and what it means to purchase your primary residence. But once you can start questioning those ideas and beliefs, you can begin to identify what is true for you, and lay out your own path to financial freedom.   Today’s guest, Financial Freedom Academy member Drew, is living proof! While completing the Financial Freedom Academy, Drew and his wife were able to shift their mindsets, get clear about their goals, and purchase 22 rental properties in just one year! On this episode, Drew is sharing his experience as an FFA student, what it’s like to become a successful real estate investor, and his goals for his family business!   Today’s episode is sponsored by Peloton! Can’t find a workout that keeps you engaged? Peloton is an immersive cardio experience with real-time features that will always keep you coming back. One subscription is

Once springtime came around, our renovation project made great progress! Since you last saw these rental properties, our construction team has been hard at work on the windows, floors, cabinets, and even a special project for a Section 8 tenant.   In part 3 of our Behind the Scenes of a Renovation Series, you'll see the interior and exterior of multiple rental property units. We'll take a look at new flooring and countertops, check out the progress of the bathrooms, and more! Don't miss part 3 of this series!   Book a call with our team: https://goo.gl/qr6iat Show notes & video: http://morrisinvest.com/episode517