Investing in Real Estate with Clayton Morris | Investing for Beginners

What's the best way to get funding for your real estate portfolio? Specifically, after you've reached the 10-mortgage limit with traditional banks, what other avenues exist for funding? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions on how to get money for real estate, ways to invest a smaller amount of money, and how much you should save for reserves on a rental property. Click play to hear my answers to your best investing questions!

According to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, credit card delinquencies reached 8.5% in the fourth quarter of 2023 – that’s up from 5.87% in 2022, and 4.1% in 2021. Within a span of two years, credit card delinquencies have more than doubled. We’re hearing again and again from the current administration the US economy is healthy – yet so many Americans are relying on credit cards, carrying expensive debt that they are ultimately unable to pay back. The total amount of credit card debt in the US has surpassed $1.13 trillion, which on its own is troubling, but the state of delinquencies shows the true financial ruin we’re seeing unfold across the country. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to discuss the implications of this mounting consumer debt.

If you have a rental property but you don't live nearby, what's the best way to manage things on site? Is it a good idea to hire a property management company? On today's show, I'm answering this—plus two more of your voicemails! This encore Q&A episode features three of your real estate questions on property management, LLCs, and buying a mobile home. I'm sharing my best tips and experience, and offering resources you can use on your unique real estate journey.

There are major challenges ahead for the future of the 401k. On today's show, you're going to learn the latest data behind why the 401k is headed for disaster. You're going to hear the latest statistics on retirement contribution, hardship loans, and more. We're also going to discuss why the 401k on its own, does not lead to a comfortable retirement. If you're ready to learn about the future of your 401k, tune in to this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

Today's first caller is a Marine who'd like to use a VA loan wisely. Should he buy a primary residence, or hack house a duplex? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore episode! This episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on utilizing a VA loan, pulling funds out of traditional retirement accounts to invest in real estate, and how to navigate finances during retirement.

Americans’ credit scores have fallen for the first time in a decade. According to a March 2024 report by FICO, “the effects of high interest rates and persistent inflation may be starting to weigh on consumers, especially those already struggling to manage their finances.” The FICO report found that the national average credit score dipped to 717 in October 2023. Today we're going to talk about what this information means for the consumer, the economy, and how building your financial education can help you if you're struggling with your credit.

If you want to get started as a real estate investor, but you only have $5k to invest, what's the best recourse? On this Q&A episode, I'm giving three ideas for getting started investing with $5k! I'm also answering your questions on recovering a project gone wrong with a new builder, and how much it costs to get started investing with Morris Invest. As always, I appreciate your thoughtful questions. Click play to hear my answers to your questions on today's episode of Investing in Real Estate!

The national debt in the United States is steadily increasing year after year, finally reaching a historic level. This situation is concerning, with a fast-paced growth at a rate of a staggering $1 trillion accruing to the national debt every 100 days. On today’s show, we’re going to talk about some of the main factors brewing behind the scenes. This massive amount of looming debt proves a serious lack of financial responsibility within the US government, including skyrocketing spending habits that will have serious lasting effects for the American people for decades to come.

Today's first caller asked an excellent question: "is now a good time to use home equity to invest for positive cash flow?" On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions on various real estate topics. We're going to cover using home equity for positive cash flow, how to maximize your returns on a smaller investment, and what to consider about setting up LLCs for real estate investing. Click play to hear my answers to your thoughtful questions!

Now more than ever, there are a lot of questions about the stability and the future of the US dollar. Will the US dollar crash? That’s what we’re going to unpack on today’s show. You're going to learn about the relationship between global trade and the US dollar, the departure from the gold standard, and what the Federal Reserve has said about the future of the dollar.

If you're thinking about getting started in the real estate industry, chances are you're considering a lot of options. One popular real estate strategy is flipping houses. Is flipping houses a good investment strategy? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A episode! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your great questions about flipping, offsetting tax liability after a 401k withdrawal, and options for getting started investing with $25k.

The end of the fiscal year is a great time to assess your goals and add a rental property to your portfolio. Buying before the end of the year can help you build your net worth and take advantage of the tax benefits of buying real estate. On today's show, I'm going to share everything you need to know about buying a rental property before the end of the year. You're going to learn the exact steps you need to take if you want to make your goal happen, as well as the top benefits of buying real estate by the end of the year.

When I wrote my book How to Pay Off Your Mortgage in 5 Years, mortgage rates were at a historical low. Since rates have risen in the past year or two, does it still make sense to use a HELOC to pay off the mortgage on your primary home? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This encore episode features three listener questions on paying off your mortgage, returns on our done-for-you rental properties, and how to find a lender willing to lend on investment properties. Click play to hear my answers to your real estate investing questions!

Big trouble is ahead for many banks that have commercial real estate in their portfolios. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warning, “there will be bank failures” at the Senate Banking Committee in early March. Due to declining values and defaulting loans in the commercial real estate space, smaller banks are feeling the pinch. Specifically, small and midsize banks could collapse in the coming months. On today's show, we're going to discuss this issue and what it means for you.

What does it take to become a Section 8 Landlord? Do you have to get pre-approved? And if so, what does the process look like? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore Q&A episode! On today's show, I'm taking three of your great questions on Section 8 rentals, how to get funding to grow your portfolio, and how to buy gold and silver. I'll also cover topics like diversifying your portfolio, signs of a recession, and why now is a great time to buy tangible assets. Click play to learn more!

There’s a huge problem impacting our economy and we need to talk about it – Americans are absolutely drowning in credit card debt. In the fourth quarter of 2023, Americans’ total credit card balances increased by $50 billion, reaching a total of $1.129 trillion, according to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. In fact, consumer debt is at its highest balance since the New York Fed began tracking data in the 1990s. On today's show, we're going to dive in what's going on with the state of credit card debt in the US. We're going to talk about delinquencies, interest rates, and much more. If you want to know more about consumer debt and how it's impacting the daily lives of Americans, tune in to this episode!

Banks have been tightening their lending standards for a while now, and investors are finding it harder and harder to find lenders willing to give loans on rental properties. Today's first caller has contacted 30 banks to find a HELOC on an investment property, and still came up empty handed. What should his next move be? That's the first question I'm answering on this Q&A episode! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions on finding a HELOC for a rental property, how to decide if you should pay off mortgages, and the best way to tap into equity on a rental property. I'm also giving an update on the economy, the middle class, and what smart investors can do to protect themselves during this time.

With home prices rising US homeowners have gained an incredible amount of home equity. On today's show, I'm going to be sharing the latest data on home equity, and what homeowners can do to take advantage of this massive increase in wealth. As I've always said, real estate is the number one way to build wealth in the United States. This massive jump in equity is a testament to the power of buying real estate. Click play to learn more about home equity, buying rental properties, and creating wealth!

What can be done with an old 401k? Is there any way to use it to invest in real estate? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to talk about the future of the US dollar and how it relates to real estate investing. Then I'll answer three of your great questions about investing with an old 401k, UBIT taxes for self-directed IRAs, and how to make a return on investment if you don't have enough funds to buy a rental property. Click play to hear more!

Here's a question I hear a lot: should I pay off my mortgage, or invest that money instead? Both strategies can yield incredible results for your budget, your family's future, and your overall finances. Unfortunately, there's hardly ever a straightforward answer, but on today's show I'm going to help you weigh your options. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to talk about the benefits of investing, as well as paying off your mortgage. I'm going to give you a few main points to consider before you make this decision.