House Hacking Success
House Hacking Success
Brad Labrie, Drew Klingler
Welcome to the House Hacking Success podcast where you'll learn the path to free rent and financial freedom through real estate.
71. The New 5% Down Loan for Multi-Family, Acquiring a 10-unit Property, and Dealing with Inherited Tenants
Join us as we share the exhilarating journey of acquiring our recent 10-unit property. We reveal how our steadfast reputation played a pivotal role in securing this deal, and also discuss the enticing benefits of house hacking. By offering insights into the low entry barrier and low risk, particularly with the new Fannie Mae loan that requires only a 5% down on multifamily properties, we hope to inspire your own real estate ventures.House hacking is not just a strategy; it's a lifestyle that requires a specific mindset and skill set. With the ever-changing real estate market, understanding when and how to apply this unique approach is key. We delve deeper into this, discussing how to evaluate properties effectively—especially when inheriting tenants. From cash flow calculations to long-term investment considerations, we equip you with the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions. Inheriting tenants can be a mixed blessing. This episode explores how to tackle the complex challenges that come with this territory. We share our experiences in dealing with deferred maintenance issues, setting new expectations with tenants, and handling the legal implications of month-to-month leases. Striking a balance between maintaining a property and providing quality housing can be a juggling act, but we're here to guide you through it. Remember, house hacking is an adventure, and every adventure is filled with lessons and triumphs. Visit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.com Subscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor.
Jan 4, 2024
26 min
70. House Hacking Tax Secrets and Investment Wisdom with Cody Goldsworthy
Ever wanted to know how taxes work with house hacking? Well, you're in luck, as we've got the successful real estate investor and CPA, Cody Goldsworthy, with us, ready to spill all the beans! From his humble beginnings with a summer job to becoming a seasoned pro in the world of accounting, Cody's story is one you don't want to miss.With anecdotes of his first house hack, his initial hesitations, and bold decisions - Cody paints a vivid picture of the trials and triumphs of breaking into the market. His smart strategies like renovating a house hack to increase value and equity highlight how he navigated his way. The bountiful long-term benefits of his choices are apparent as he shares how he was able to build and grow his portfolio quickly. And what's real estate success without a savvy tax strategy? Cody dives into the complex world of tax benefits, opening up about passive loss allowance, de minimis safe harbor election, and more that have helped him supercharge his profits. He also sheds light on the power of just getting started, illustrating the potential of long-term wealth building through house hacking, and the importance of understanding your investment profile. So buckle up and get ready to hit the road to real estate success with Cody!Topics covered in this episode:Renovating a house hack to increase value and equityTaking passive losses on your real estate using passive loss allowance. Taking real estate "losses" on taxes and use it to offset your W2 income by increasing your tax returnHow do real estate taxes work in a house hackHow to find the right CPA for youLong term real estate strategies - bonus depreciation and cost segregation studyThe 2 year ruleBorrowing against your existing equity in the properties you own to do more deals with tax free moneyHow to get started in real estate and take actionContact Cody and make him your CPA:Website: knitfinancial.comInstagram: @cody.goldsworthyVisit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.com Subscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor.
Aug 17, 2023
50 min
69. How to Get Tax Free Money When Even the Banks Won’t Loan to You! with Mike Raths
In this episode we brought on Mike Raths (@TaxFreeMike) to talk about cash value insurance and other topics such as:Being able to get a loan against your policy even when lenders are loaning moneyUsing your policy to buy real estate so you can have more propertiesWhy we are experiencing a recession and how you can prepareUnderstanding why Dave Ramsey doesn't support this policy (it's not what you think)Instagram: @taxfreemikeTikTok: @taxfreemikeVisit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.comSubscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor. Visit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.com Subscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor.
Dec 15, 2022
52 min
68. Buying a Second House Hack! with Brandon Chidester
Welcome back to Brandon Chidester! He just bought his second house hack and gives us all the details in this episode. Topics cover: Buying a second house hackQualifying for a second mortgageHow to manage a single family house hackHow to turn your first house hack into a cash flowing rental propertyAnd more!!Instagram: chidthekidLinkedIn: Brandon ChidesterVisit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.comSubscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor. Visit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.com Subscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor.
Jul 28, 2022
56 min
67. Drinking the Real Estate Kool-Aid with Chad Carson
In this episode Chad Carson and Bradley Labrie talk about being all in on real estate and really loving it. Topics covered in this episode:The current state of the economyFinding a great real estate agentAnalyzing markets and propertiesLooking at real estate investing long termInstagram: CoachCarson1Visit our website to learn more about house hack at househackingsuccess.comFollow us on Instagram: @househackingsuccessVisit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.com Subscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor.
Mar 24, 2022
1 hr 9 min
The Advantages of Using a Real Estate Agent Who Invests (Podcast 67 Clip)
This clip is from Podcast 67 coming out next Thursday! It's about finding a real estate agent who invests because of the advantages it will bring you in your house hacking and investing journey. Real estate agents that invest in the area see things differently than an agent that doesn't invest. They can guide you better than anyone else can in your area. Contact: [email protected] 67 Details:Drinking the Real Estate Kool-AidMarch 24th, 2022In this episode Chad Carson and Bradley Labrie talk about being all in on real estate and really loving it. Topics covered in this episode:The current state of the economyFinding a great real estate agentAnalyzing markets and propertiesLooking at real estate investing long termVisit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.com Subscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor.
Mar 19, 2022
5 min
66. Nigerian Immigrant House Hacking to Prepare for Retirement with Odafe Jeroh
Inflation is a silent thief that will destroy your retirement. The moment you think you have enough money and inflation strikes, you'll be back for some sidelines or work to supplement your retirement money.The best counter to inflation is real estate. And the best way to enter real estate with low risk is through house hacking.But why are there a lot of people who want to house hack but aren't taking action? It might be because they're not motivated enough. Motivation can play a huge role in your life. It can decide when will you take action and when will you start enjoying your life. America is flooded with milk and honey and is the land of opportunities.  You can literally buy a property with 0% down, 3.5%  down, and many more. If you are a low-to-moderate income person and think you don't have enough money for a downpayment, try the NACA Loan.The only one stopping you from reaching your dreams is you not taking action.  Podcast Episode 66Show sponsors: Rentometer - Rentometer lets you analyze rent on your property!RentRedi - Manage your property with this property management software. Use code "SUCCESS" to get 50% off!!Instagram: @nigerianonamericanrealestateInstagram: @househackingsuccessWebsite: househackingsuccess.comClick here to download our FREE eBookThe House Hacking Success CourseVisit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.com Subscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor.
Nov 18, 2021
33 min
64. How to Manage Properties Long Distance - Avery Heilbron
Avery Heilbron always had an interest in reading books especially business books and finance books. He graduated from college in May 2018 with no prior knowledge of house hacking. Three months after graduation, he learned about house hacking and became a house hacker in less than one year.There are many ways to house hack, there are various strategies available for use to the public, you just need to take action and plan your future accordingly.Podcast Episode 64Show sponsors: Rentometer - Rentometer lets you analyze rent on your property!RentRedi - Manage your property with this property management software. Use code "SUCCESS" to get 50% off!!YouTube: AveryHeilbronTikTok: @_averyheilbronInstagram: @_averyheilbronShoutOut: @johnsfinancetipsInstagram: @househackingsuccessWebsite: househackingsuccess.comClick here to download our FREE eBookThe House Hacking Success CourseVisit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.com Subscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor.
Oct 21, 2021
38 min
63. Will the Market Slow Down with Bradley LaBrie and Drew Klingler
The market is changing in a lot of ways. You need to see it quickly in order to prepare and adjust your game plan.The housing and rental trend can change according to various factors, which could be advantageous to you or not.Be ahead of the curve and take as much benefit as you can.Podcast Episode 63Show sponsors: Rentometer - Rentometer lets you analyze rent on your property!RentRedi - Manage your property with this property management software. Use code "SUCCESS" to get 50% off!!Instagram:@househackingsuccesshousehackingsuccess.comClick here to download our FREE eBookThe House Hacking Success CourseVisit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.com Subscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor.
Sep 30, 2021
26 min
62. House Hacking Builds The Foundation For Success -  Bradley and Drew
House hacking is not the end-game, it's just your means to get to that end goal of becoming financially free and being able to do whatever it is that you want. It is the first step in laying the foundation for that end state.If you want to house hack or want to achieve financial freedom through real estate, don't hesitate to reach out to us and we'll plug you in with our connections. Welcome to the community and let us strengthen our foundations together! Podcast Episode 62Show sponsors: Rentometer - Rentometer lets you analyze rent on your property!RentRedi - Manage your property with this property management software. Use code "SUCCESS" to get 50% off!!Instagram:@househackingsuccesshousehackingsuccess.comClick here to download our FREE eBookThe House Hacking Success CourseVisit our website to learn more about house hacking at househackingsuccess.com Subscribe on YouTubeHouse hacking is one the best ways to get started in real estate. So many investors have used house hacking to buy their first rental property with a low down payment, then even live rent free. You can live rent free because the with house hacking you utilize an "owner occupied" loan to buy a property. Owner occupied means you agree to move into it. If you occupy the property you get a lot of loan options that vary from 0-5% down. You can even buy a 4-unit multi-family property depending on the loan! After you move in you rent out the extra space to cover the mortgage, which allows you to live rent free. You only have to do that for a year! After a year you can move out and turn your property into a full time cash flowing rental property! What makes house hacking so powerful is a combination of the low down payment and living for free. You can literally change your life buy purchasing one house hack and cutting out your rent or mortgage. Imagine if you reinvested those savings to buy another property. House hacking is the best way to go from just getting by to becoming a rock star real estate investor.
Aug 19, 2021
31 min
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