Internal Rate of Return Podcast

Ep 17. Mastering Real Estate: Investment Strategies and Mindset Shifts - A Halloween Special

Amanda Alexander Season 1

In this special Halloween-themed episode of 'The Internal Rate of Return,' we explore 13 tricks and treats related to real estate investing. Dressed in engaging Halloween attire, Amanda first addresses investing challenges and opportunities, revealing insights such as the benefits of property investment despite high mortgage rates and debunking the myth of needing to own a home before investing in rentals. The host discusses essential topics like establishing an LLC, comparing 401k returns to syndication investments, and the trade-off between liquidity and gains. In the second part, the episode shifts to mindset strategies, highlighting relationship importance, vision clarity, continuous action, and adopting high-performance habits. The value of coaches, communities, and concepts like infinite banking are also highlighted. The episode concludes with actionable insights and practical examples, encouraging listeners to rethink mainstream financial advice and embrace diverse investment strategies, thereby ensuring a deeper understanding and a strategic approach to real estate investing.


00:00 Introduction and Halloween Special

01:05 Trick 1: High Mortgage Rates

02:57 Trick 2: Owning a Home vs. Renting

06:25 Trick 3: Establishing an LLC

07:17 Trick 4: 401k Returns vs. Syndication

09:19 Trick 5: Liquidity vs. Gains

10:13 Trick 6: Exploring the Infinite Banking Concept

10:56 Trick 7: Understanding 1031 Exchange

11:59 Trick 8: The Value of Coaches and Communities

14:40 Trick 9: Mindset Matters: Go Far, Go Together

15:19 Trick 10: Mindset Shift: Imagine If

16:05 Trick 11: Vision and Values: Your Investment GPS

16:37 Trick 12: Clarity Through Action

17:18 Trick 13: Defining Your All

17:59 Patience in Real Estate Investing

18:21 Final Thoughts and Summary