The Dealpen
I'm your host, Avi Rasowsky, and I’m excited to introduce you to this podcast!
This is your backstage pass to hear untold stories from crafty real estate investors. As a former bullpen pitcher, turned real estate investor, I’ll be sharing some of the similarities between sitting in the bullpen, waiting for that high-pressure moment to come into a baseball game, to now, waiting for my chance to dive into complex real estate deals.
But more importantly, we’ll be learning from a wide range of experienced, knowledgeable, and relentless real estate investors who don’t know the meaning of giving up when a deal gets to be challenging.
In The Dealpen, we'll explore some of the most difficult barriers to getting deals done, and how to overcome them with creative methods. We’ll be diving into foreclosures in the bottom of the ninth inning, messy title situations, complex probate issues, financing, and everything in between.
But here's the pitch: real estate and baseball? They're more alike than you think. Both require strategy, teamwork, and learning from others' experiences.
Just like in the bullpen, where teammates might share notes on how to face specific batters in crucial game situations, here in The Dealpen, we'll share insights from investors who are flipping houses, renting out properties, creating owner finance notes, and much more. We’ll also chat with private lenders, attorneys, and other professionals who will help you navigate the wonderful world of off market deals. Because in real estate, something always goes wrong. But with insights from our guests, we'll learn how to tackle those curveballs together.
So, grab those headphones and join me in The Dealpen, and let’s build wealth, one deal at a time!
The Dealpen
Insights into Hard Money Lending with Wendy Sweet
In episode 2 of The Dealpen, Avi Rasowsky interviews Wendy Sweet as she shares insights on real estate investing, financing opportunities, and the importance of being a good borrower in the industry. They also share valuable lessons learned from past deals and highlight the significance of networking and attending industry events to grow your business.
Tune in to gain valuable insights into real estate investing, financing, and building successful partnerships in the industry.
TIMESTAMPS
[00:02:09] Alternative Investment Strategies.
[00:06:10] A Win-Win Deal.
[00:10:22] Importance of Building Relationships.
[00:14:17] Money Management and Consistency.
[00:17:30] Transparency and Networking in Business.
[00:22:30] The Safe Road in Real Estate.
[00:24:26] Finding Real Estate Deals Outside Cities.
[00:31:03] Crawlspace Secrets and Issues.
[00:36:23] Lessons from a Real Estate Deal.
[00:37:27] Lending Risks and Diversification.
[00:43:28] Buying Based on Buyer Preference.
[00:45:48] Path to Success.
[00:50:30] Real Estate Therapy Sessions.
[00:53:51] Investing with Carolina Capital Management.
QUOTES
- "But for me as a lender, a deal is anything that involves financing and real estate. And to me, it's the art of the deal. That's so exciting for me because whether you're a wholesaler, a rehabber, a new construction, a developer, or a note buyer, it's all about how you set the deal up, what the terms are, what's your buying strategy, what's your exit strategy. All of those things have to be taken into account on any deal you do." - Wendy Sweet
- "Every single time, I'm learning something new. And my rule on real estate deals is something always goes wrong. I just don't know what it's going to be yet. And sometimes a lot of things go wrong and you plow through them all. But as long as you're learning and getting more wisdom with the experience, I think that's the key." - Avi Rasowsky
- "I want to help them get out of it because it's hard, going through stuff like that. It's stressful. It happens to all of us, but it's not the end of the world. And if you can keep your stress at bay and understand that this too shall pass, I'll figure this out, your head clears up and you can start seeing what it is you should be doing." - Wendy Sweet
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
Avi Rasowsky
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Wendy Sweet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087503208442
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendysweethardmoneylender/
WEBSITE
Carolina Capital: https://carolinahardmoney.com/