The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 93 "How to Buy Out of state Properties Site Unseen During These Challenging Times"

COVID 19 has created many challenges for real estate investors but particularly for out of state investors who can't see the property first. In this episode, we talk about how to buy properties site unseen and why it makes sense.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 92 "Will The Coronavirus Bring About Another Real Estate Market Crash?

In this episode, we talk about the Coronavirus and what effect it will have on the real estate market. Is the real estate market headed for another crash and what steps are being take to mitigate it?

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 91 "Is This Still a Good Time to Invest in Real Estate?"

In this episode, we talk about the effects of rising prices on real estate returns, whether we headed for another bubble and if real estate is still a good investment.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 90 "Two Simple Ways to Keep Water From Destroying Your Basement"

In this episode of the Pinnacle Perspective, I talk about how costly basement water intrusion can be, what to look for when buying a property and having it inspected, and some very simple, inexpensive things to do to keep water out of the basement of your investment properties that will save you thousands of dollars.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 89 "How To Position Yourself For Success in a Competitive Market"

In this episode we talk about how to position yourself to get the best  deals in competitive real estate markest with low inventory and high demand.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 88 "Financing Your Investment Properties"

My guest this week is Shawn Huss, Sr. Vice President of Chemical Bank. Shawn is one of the top mortgage originators in the nation and he shares his view on what is happening in the world of lending and finance. He shares his predictions on where interest rates are heading in 2017 and discusses changing regulations and underwriting guidelines and what they mean .

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 87 "How To Defer Real Estate Taxes With a 1031 Exchange"

My guest this week, Bill Exeter, President and CEO of Exeter 1031 Exchange Services pulls back the curtain on how 1031 exchanges work, what you need to know when using one and how to avoid common mistakes investors often make.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 86 "How To Choose the Right Property Class for Your Investment Objective"

Is an A, B or C class property best? In this episode, we talk about investment property classes and what they mean, the advantages of one class over another and how to choose the right class to fit your real estate investment objectives.

The Pinnacle Perspective 5-3-2016: "Why You Can't Buy Properties Below Market Value Like The Guru's Say You Can."

In this episode we talk about the difference between market value and ARV, why you may not be able to buy properties below market value like all of the real estate guru's say you can and how you can create equity through improvements to the property.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 85 "Why You Can't Really Buy Properties Below Market Like The Guru's Say You Can."

In this episode we talk about the difference between market value and ARV, why you may not be able to buy properties below market value like all of the real estate guru's say you can and how you can create equity through improvements to the property.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 84 "What To Look For in a Home Inspection Report"

My guest today, Dan Self of S&S Inspections shares with us what the most important things are to look for in a home inspection report and how to know what is a major and minor.repair.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 83" How to Find & Evaluate Investment Properties in a Competitive Market"

My guest this week is Sean O'Toole, Founder and CEO or PropertyRadar. Sean gives an update on the status of the real estate market, his predictions for 2016 and how find, research and analyze good investment opportunities in highly competitive markets.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 82 "Top 10 Mistakes a Seasoned Investor Wishes He Hadn't Made"

My guest today is a Michael Morrongiello who is leading real estate investor in the SF Bay Area. In this episode of the Pinnacle Perspective, Michael shares the top 10 mistakes he's made as an investor and how you can avoid them in your real estate investments.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 81 "5 Myths of Real Estate Investment & What You Should Know"

In this episode of the Pinnacle Perspective, we talk about common misconceptions and myths of real estate investment and what you really need to know.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 80 "Is Your Retirement Savings Safe WIth Wall Street?"

The stock market lost $1 trillion in value the first 2 weeks of 2016. My guest this episode is Kaaren Hall, founder and President of uDirect IRA Services. Kaaren talks about how to take control of your retirement account with a self directed IRA and how you can invest in real estate in your IRA.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 79 "5 Steps To Getting Started in Real Estate Investment"

 In this episode we talk about the 5 steps you need to take to get started in real estate investment and why some people struggle to make the leap from thinking about investing to becoming successful investors.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 78" How One Investor Built a Portfolio of 600 Single family Rental Properties"

My guest today shares how he has built a portfolio of 600 cash flowing single family rental properties, what his strategy is and the challenges of owning a large portfolio.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 77 "Common Mistakes Investors Make & How to Avoid Them."

In this weeks Pinnacle Perspective we talk about some of the most common mistakes both new and experienced investors make and how to avoid them.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 76 "What You Need to Know About Section 8 Rentals."

My guest this episode is Chris Jennings, owner of Ciege Property Management in Indianapolis who has 10 years of experience managing Section 8 rentals. Chris pulls the curtain back and tells you everything you need to know when renting to section 8 tenants.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 75 "How to Work with a Turn-key Property Company and What to Look For."

In this episode, we talk about when it makes sense when it makes sense to invest in turn-key, single family real estate, how to work with a turn key company and what to look for when working with one.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 74 "How to Research and Analyze Any Real Estate Market."

My guest this week, Jeff Pinkerton, President of Metro Insight talks about how to research any real estate market, what metrics are most important and where to find the data you need.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 73 "Buy & Hold vs Fix & Flip"--Which Strategy is Best For You"

In this episode we talk about "Buy and Hold" vs "Fix and Flip" investment strategies, the challenges of each and when one strategy makes more sense than the other.  

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 72 "An Experts View on Kansas City"

My guest for this week is Jeff Pinkerton of MetroInsight. Jeff is an expert at researching and reporting on economic and demographic trends of various metropolitan areas. Jeff has his finger on the pulse of the Kansas City economy, and he shares his views and perspectives with us today.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 71"Does a Turn-key Property Really Cost More?"

Do you really save money with a DIY fixer or is buying a turn-key property the cheaper way to go? The answer may surprise you. In this weeks Pinnacle Perspective, we talk about why a turn key property doesn't always cost you more and what to look for when working with a turn key company.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 70 "Retirement Planning in These Uncertain Economic Times"

My guest this week is Ron Howard, Managing Principal and President of Sienna Wealth Management. Ron talks about how to be successful at retirement planning in these uncertain economic times and how real estate can fit in a balanced portfolio.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 69 "Evaluating Income Properties--What The Numbers Mean"

In this episode, we talk about what a pro forma is and how to use it to evaluate an income property.  We discuss what the numbers really mean and how to interpret them.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 68 "When the Next Real Estate Bubble will Occur--An Economists Prediction"

My guest for this show is Dr. Fred Foldvary. Dr. Foldvary is a highly respected professor of economics and accurately predicted the great recession and housing bubble of 2008 eleven years before it actually occurred. Dr. Foldvary shares his views on where we are in the recovery cycle, his predictions on when the next downturn will occur and why he feels it will be worse than the crash of 2008.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 67 "8 Traits of Successful Real Estate Investors"

Ever wonder why some real estate investors are successful while so many others fail? The reason may surprise you. In this episode, I talk about the 8 traits that successful investors have and how you can develop those traits to be more successful.

The Pinnacle Persepctive: Episode 66 "An Investors Experience From the Trenches"

My guest this week, Jay Hinrichs shares his years of experience as a private lender and investor. He talks about the mistakes many investors make and why buying cheap properties in rough neighborhoods doesn't work for the out of state investor.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 65 "How To Be a More Decisive Investor and Get More Deals"

This week I talk about how to be a decisive investor and why it's more important than ever. Inventory is shrinking and competition is high in the best markets. In order to compete, you need to be decisive and take action quickly. In this podcasts, you'll learn what sets decisive investors apart from others.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 64 "Why a 719 FICO Score May Not Be Enough & How You Fix It"

My guest this week is Alexandra Erlich with Continental Credit. Alexandra explains why even a 700 credit score might not be enough when financing investment properties with today's tighter underwriting guidelines. She discusses how to increase your credit score to get the most favorable loan terms and why credit restoration isn't just for people with bad credit.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 63 "How to Attract Private Money for Your Real Estate Deals"

My guest this week, Mark Hanf of Pacific Private Money, Inc talks about where to find private investors and how to convince them to finance your real estate deals. Mark is author of "The Insiders Guide to Attracting Private Money and shares his technique for acquiring all the capital you need.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 62 "An Investor Shares His Experience With Out of State Investing."

My guest this week is Anish Tolia. Anish shares his experience with out of state investment, how he got started, what he has learned and whether his portfolio is performing as planned. 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 61 "Financing Your Investment Properties"

My guest this week is Shawn Huss, Sr. Vice President of Talmer Bank and Trust. Shawn is one of the leading mortgage originators in the nation and he shares his view on what is happening in the world of lending and financing. He shares his predictions on where interest rates are heading in 2015 and discusses the ins and outs of underwriting guidelines and what you need to know about investor financing.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 60 "Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone"

In this episode, we talk about getting out of your comfort zone and overcoming analysis paralysis, especially when investing out of state, We explore some of the biggest obstacles that hold new real estate investors back and how to overcome them.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 59 "What Makes Kansas City a Top Real Estate Investment Market

My guest this week is Mark Edmondson, my on the ground Kansas City expert. Mark gives an update on the Cerner Corp. development project, why Kansas City is being called the "Silicon Prairie" and why it's one of the top cash-flow real estate investment markets today.Add Description here

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 58 "Property Management--The Key to Out-of-State Investment

My guest this week is Chad Stickley from A Step Ahead Management. Chad talks about why we're becoming a rental society, the status of the Indianapolis rental market and why good property management is key to out of state investing.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 57: "Do Millenialls Make the Best Tenants?"

Millennials make up 25% of the population. They're educated, independent and more likely to rent than previous generations. But do they make the best tenants? In this episode, we talk about millenialls, what they look for and what you need to do to attract them.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 56 "Take Control of Your Retirement with a Self Directed IRA"

My guest this week is Kaaren Hall, President of uDirect IRA Services. Kaaren talks about how to take control of your retirement with a self directed IRA. With a self directed IRA, you can invest in alternative assets like real estate and not be restricted to Wall Street stocks and bonds

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 55 "Why 95% of Americans Fail at Retirement"

10,000 Americans reach retirement age every day and most are not financially prepared. In fact, most people will outlive their retirement savings. In this episode, we talk about how cash flow real estate can provide income for a comfortable and secure retirement.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 54 "Why Indianapolis is Such a Hot Market"

"Todd Roberts, my affiliate partner and on the ground Indianapolis expert talks about Indy's strong and vibrant market and how investors can get high returns on turn-key single family rentals in Indianapolis 
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 53 "Investing Out-of-State and When It Makes Sense'

"In this week's episode, we talk about when it makes sense to invest outside of your local market and how to do it safely. We talk about the 5 reasons it might not make sense to invest in your hometown and why it's important to think like and investor and not a landlord."
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 52 "Common Mistakes Investors Make"

"Our topic this week is common mistakes investors make and how to avoid them. This week, I cover some of the most common mistakes I hear from both beginner and experienced investors. 
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 51 "How One Investor Quit His Job To Be a Full-time Investor

My guest, Joe Fairless of Fairless Investing talks about how he left a lucrative career in advertising to invest in real estate and now controls over $7,000,000 in single family and commercial real estate.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 50 "Turn-key Properties or Do-It-Yourself"

Turn key or Do-it-Yourself. Which is the better way to go when investing in real estate? This week we talk about whether you really pay more for a turn key property and what to watch out for when you do it yourself.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episiode 49 "Get to Know Indianapolis"

My guest this week is Marty Vanags who is VP of Economic Development and Executive Director for the Indy Partnership you can catch the Podcast here. Marty talks about the economic development and revitalization that has transformed Indianapolis in to an economic powerhouse with a vibrant and diverse economy and what it means for real estate.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 48 Short term Corporate Rentals

My guest this week, Lisa Loud of ELF Homes talks about how to get positive cash flow on San Francisco Bay Area homes through short term executive rentals. Hear how you can double or triple the amount of rent you could normally get by catering to the needs of short term corporate housing.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 47 Topic "Are Cheap Rental Properties a Good Investment?"

Are cheap rental properties a good investment? Ever since the 2008 recession there has been no shortage of cheap properties with the promise of high cash flow and ROI. But are they as good as they appear? 
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 46 "Appraisal Challenges in Today's Market"

This week we talk with appraiser Geff Lady about the challenges of conducting a home appraisal since the 2008 housing crisis, the changes in the appraisal process since implementation of the HVCC and why Zillow Zestimates are not a reliable estimate of value.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 45 "How Insurance Can Kill Your Cash flow"

Today we talk about why landlord insurance should be a part of your due diligence when researching potential investment markets and how insurance rates can kill your cash flow. My guest, Doug Petigo talks about what to look for in your insurance to be sure you're fully protected. 
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 44 "Clear Capital Market Report"

My guest this week is Dr. Alex Villacorta of Clear Capital. Dr. Villacorta discusses the state of the real estate market and forecasts for 2015. Hear what markets are expected to appreciate in the coming year and which are expected to decline.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 43 "Frequently Asked Questions"

This week I answer more frequently asked questions from listeners.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 42 "Are We Headed for Another Wave of Foreclosures?"

In this episode, we talk about why we may be heading for another wave of foreclosures in 2015 and the two factors that could trigger it.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 41 "Importance of a Property Inspection"

My guest this week is Dan Self with S&S Quality Inspections. We talk about the importance of a proper home inspection, what to look for, and how a home inspection can provide landlords with liability protection on rental properties
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 40 "Analysis Paralysis"

This week we talk about analysis paralysis, one of the biggest obstacles that keep would be real estate investors from getting started. We talk about how to know if you have it and how to overcome it in order to achieve your investment goals.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 39 "Kansas City Overview"

My guest this week is Mark Edmondson, my on the ground Kansas City expert. Mark talks about what makes Kansas City one of the top real estate investment markets for cash flow in the country and many are referring to Kansas City as Silicon Prairie Mark shares some insight on two major development projects that will bring thousands of new jobs to the area.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 38 " Frequently Asked Questions"

This episode I answer some of the most frequently asked questions I get from listeners and clients.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 37 "Opportunities for Accredited Investors"

My guest this week is Jay Hinrichs, Owner/Manager of JLH companies, a peer to peer investment group that works with high net worth, accredited investors on a variety of short and medium term joint venture investment opportunities. Hear what Jay has to say about what the equity firms are doing and what markets are hot for new housing construction.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 35 "Predicting The Next Real Estate Crash"

My guest this week is Dr. Fred Foldvary who holds a PhD in economics and is a professor of economics at San Jose State University. Dr. Foldvary accurately predicted the real estate crash of 2008 eleven years before it actually occurred. Dr. Foldvary discusses the theory of the 18 year real estate cycle and gives his prediction of when the next crash will occur.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 34 "Evaluating Property Classes"

The topics this week are which property classes give the best return on investment and what some of the challenges are in determining the value of a cash-flow property.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 33 "8 Most Popular Investment Markets"

This week, we talk about the top markets for real estate investment and review the economic and demographic factors of 8 of the most popular markets for investors today and analyze which markets offer the best cash flow and return on investment.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 32 "Wealth Management & Retirement Planning"

Ron Howard, Managing Principal and President of Siena Wealth Management talks about how to prepare for a comfortable retirement and how much you need save to maintain your standard of living and how real estate can play a part in your retirement plan.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 31 "House Flipping"

My guest, Joe Metz of Carlton Funding talks about how he finds, funds and flips single family homes in the Bay Area. Joe has successfully bought, renovated and sold over 30 properties

 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode "Mentoring & Coaching"

Roberta Eastman and Keith Boley, founder of REI Wealth Academy share how they help new investors kick start their investment business and help experienced investors to take their investment to the next level through their unique coaching and mentoring program. They share their own personal investment experiences and how to make any deal a win-win.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 29 "Status of the REO to Rental Market"

Al Waddill. President of Rebuild Strategies shares his perspective on the current status of the foreclosure market, the REO to rental space and whether it's too late for the individual investor to get in to the rental market.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 28 "Investing In Tax Liens"

My guest, Chris Gleason of MMG Capital talks about hot to safely generate high yields and truly passive income by investing in tax liens.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 27 "Market Update on the Real Estate Recovery"

In this episode, we talk about the recovery of the real estate market, what the institutional investors are doing, and why it's not too late for the individual investor to profit in real estate.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 26 "Buying Turn-key Rental Properties"

In this episode, we talk about when it makes sense to buy a turn-key property and the 3 things that should be part of your due diligence.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 25 "Getting Started in Real Estate Investment"

In this episode, I talk about the challenges new investors have when getting started and how to overcome them.

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 24 "Indianapolis Market Overview"

Todd Roberts, my on the ground Indianapolis expert talks about why Indianapolis is one of the best real estate investment markets in the country for cash-flow and what drives Indianapolis' strong and diverse economy.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 23 "Investing in Non-performing 2nd Notes"

Gordon Moss, owner of Quixote Ventures shares his strategy for investing in non-performing 2nd notes and why he prefers them to first position notes.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 22 "Finding, Tracking & Evaluating Foreclosures"

Sean O'Toole, founder and CEO of PropertyRadar discusses how this web based software tool can be used to find, track and evaluate detailed information on every single property in California including foreclosures and pre foreclosure properties.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 21 "Evaluating & Tracking Your Portfolio's Performance"

Carter Froelich, discusses "The Property Ledger", a web based real estate software tool that helps evaluate and track the financial performance of an individual property or a real estate portfolio.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 20 "What to Look For In a Property Manager"

Chad Stickley, Owner and President of One Step Ahead Property Management discusses how to identify and select a good property manager and how to know if your property manager is doing a good job for you.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 19 "The Importance of Networking"

Linda Pliagas, Publisher and CEO of Realty411 Magazine discusses the importance of networking and surrounding yourself with a successful team of partners, mentors and peers.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 18 "Foreclosure Trends & Shadow Inventory"

Al Waddill, President of Rebuild Strategies discusses the REO to Rental market and shares his views on single family rental trends, foreclosure trends and shadow inventory.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective Episode 17 Topic: "Choosing Between Cash-flow vs Appreciation"

Cash-flow vs appreciation. Why so many investors prefer cash-flow since the 2008 housing crash.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 16 "What Strategies Are Investors Using Today?"

Geraldine Berry, Founder and President of San Jose Real estate Investors Group discuses some of the major changes in the real estate markets and strategies that investors are using today.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 15 "Biggest Changes in 2014"

5 biggest changes real estate investors need to watch for in 2014.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 13 "Kansas City Overview"

My Guest, Ben Walls talks about what makes Kansas City one of the best cash-flow markets in the country
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 12 "Quitting Your Day Job"

Mike Gould shares his story of how he escaped the rat race of a corporate job to invest in real estate full time.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective Episode: 11 "Investing in Real Estate In Your Self-Directed IRA"

Kaaren Hall of UDirect discusses how to invest in real estate though a Self-directed IRA
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 9 "An Investors Real Life Experience"

Anish Tolia shares his real life experience on investing out of state and discusses how he got started and what he's leared.
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 7 "Stocks vs Real estate"

Today we talk about where the stock market is at and whether stocks or real estate offer the better ROI
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 6 "Financing Investment Properties"

Using leverage/Trends in the lending industry with Shawn Huss, Sr. VP of  First Place Bank
 

The Pinnacle Perspective: Episode 4 "A Real Estate Investment Experts Perspective"

Interview with Jared Garfield, real estate investment expert.