Owner Financing & Note Investing Podcast with Dawn Rickabaugh
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Subscribe to Dawn Rickabaugh's Owner Financing & Note Investing Podcast, as she shares how owner financing and note investing can revolutionize your real estate portfolio and supercharge your ROI! Finally learn & the dance between property and paper.
Episodes
- The Perfect Storm for Note Buyers? Housing Market Warnings Ahead
In this episode of the Note Queen's Property & Paper Live , Dawn Rickabaugh shares key takeaways from a recent note investing conference and dives into what may be ahead for the real estate and note-buying markets. The discussion explores…
- From Colonial America to Today: The Roots of Seller Financing
Seller financing has historically been the default way to buy real estate long before modern banks existed - and remains a powerful, underutilized strategy in today's market. This lighthearted and value-packed episode focuses on how tired…
- Say Goodbye to Bank Loans: Building Wealth Outside of Wall Street
In this episode, Dawn shares her passion for owner financing and note investing as a way to create financial freedom outside traditional banks and Wall Street. She emphasizes that a private secondary market for mortgage notes allows seller…
- A Superpower You'll Need in this Market: No Risk Seller Financing!
This podcast episode focuses on how real estate agents and buyers can use owner (seller) financing as a powerful alternative to traditional bank loans, especially in a slower market where deals are falling through. Dawn emphasizes that age…
- Reverse Mortgages, Distressed Properties, and the Power of Note Investing
In this episode of Property & Paper Live , Dawn Rickabaugh discusses current shifts in the real estate market and why seller financing and private note investing are becoming increasingly important as traditional lending tightens. The conv…
- Craigslist For the Win: How I Made a 24% ROI
In this episode of Property and Paper Live , Dawn Rickabaugh breaks down a real-world note deal she sourced from Craigslist and explains how understanding seller financing, time value of money, and human dynamics can turn an “uninvestable”…
- Silver, AI & Epstein - Reading a Recent Email
Here are the links I referenced: Silver: 1) Silver runs out on this date - most aren't ready 2) The next biggest commodities boom is just getting started Epstein: 1) Controlled Disclosure, Functional Sacrifice and the Architecture of Prote…
- Buying and Selling Partials - The Note Industry's Magic
The second half of the recording is hosted exclusively in our Citizens of the Realm free private community. Join to access the Full Replays of our Property & Paper Live Sessions: https://my.notequeen.com/communities/groups/citizens/home In…
- Secrets of the Note Industry Revealed: The Magic of Buying and Selling 'Partials'
Get out your financial calculator and follow along as we go over the numbers and show how understanding the note business helps real estate transactions close that otherwise wouldn't. The second half of the recording is hosted exclusively…
- The FSBO Advantage - Pro Tips from a Real Estate Agent and Positioning with Owner Will Carry
In this NoteQueen Podcast, Dawn and Tim talk about selling real estate in today's market. Many people can save tens of thousands selling their homes themselves, but professional guidance and key positioning will greatly determine the net r…
- David Buys 3 Seller-Financed Notes and Makes 1 Private Loan
In the first half of the show, David, a long time associate of Queen's Realm, talks about note and private loan deals he's done recently. Every day people can do this... it's not rocket science! David hired Dawn to be over his shoulder thr…
- What Would You Pay for this Note? Are you Ready for the Financial Reset?
In this episode we talk about a real estate note secured by land, created through a seller financed real estate transaction. We also get into how to position for the financial reset we are seeing unfold right before our eyes. Be sure to si…
- Seller Financing in 1031 Exchanges: Do These Really Work Together?
Most people would probably be surprised to know how seller financing in 1031 exchanges can work. A seller wants to do a 1031 exchange, but they end up with a buyer asking for owner financing. Do they have to reject the offer? Not necessari…
- Who Are You and Why Does it Matter? Pad Splitting, Agents Carrying a Note for Their Commission
Dawn Rickabaugh, host of Property and Paper Live and creator of NoteQueen.com, delivers an insightful lecture on real estate investing, financing, and note buying strategies. Emphasizing the importance of understanding one's core identity…
- Dawn Has a Friendly Chat with Someone Who Has Never Heard of Seller Financing Before
This was a fun chat with someone I met through another coaching group for entrprenuers. Erin and I can appreciate each others' sense of humor... and being able to laugh is high value! We got caught here in the beginning laughing over Charm…
- 5 Power Moves for Multiplying Wealth When You Buy Real Estate with Owner Financing
In this comprehensive discussion led by Dawn Rickabaugh, a seasoned seller finance expert and owner of NoteQueen.com, the multifaceted benefits and strategies of using owner financing in real estate transactions are explored in depth. Dawn…
- Widow Left with Seller Financing Nightmare: Fixing Fraud in Creative Finance
In this comprehensive discussion, Dawn delves into the intricacies, opportunities, and pitfalls of creative real estate financing—particularly seller financing, seller-held notes, and contract-for-deed arrangements. The conversation is fra…
- For Buyers and Their Agents: How to Submit an Offer Asking for Owner Financing
In this insightful and extensive discussion, Dawn Rickabaugh, host of Property and Paper Live, sheds light on the evolving real estate market of mid-2025, emphasizing the growing importance and practicality of seller financing and note inv…
- This is the Market I Was Born For - Sellers and Buyers Don't Need Banks
A comprehensive discussion led by Dawn Rickabaugh on the current real estate market dynamics, owner financing strategies, note investing, and creative deal structuring amidst a shifting market landscape. Dawn emphasizes that the current ma…
- My Tenants are Asking to Buy the House and They Have a Big Down Payment
A woman returns to the show on behalf of her sister who owns a rental property in Ojai, CA. The tenants are offering to buy the property and we discuss her options. I also share a story where I didn't verify where a down payment came from,…
- Mom 'n Pop Landlord Nightmare Strategizing Seller Financing and the Value of the Note
My dear Robin in Texas, who has been a loyal and generous follower for years, comes on to talk in depth about her struggles to deal with bad tenants, rehab following eviction, and a potential exit using seller financing to sell the mobile…
- Lost Her Home in the Altadena Fire and Now Her Rental is Strangling Her
One of the most rewarding things in February's Property & Paper LIVE Q&A training was talking to someone in CA whose sister really needed some help figuring out what to do after the Altadena fire took her home, insurance turning out to be…
- Each Seller Financed Real Estate Transaction Gives Birth to a Little Baby Note!!
Yes, out of every owner financed transaction, a new little note 'baby' is born. Whether it is healthy and strong, or frail and sickly is dependent upon the genetics, the DNA, of the note and the circumstances under which it was conceived.…
- Property & Paper [LIVE] Real Estate and Note Investing Q&A and Training
Another great session where we talk about seller financing and how it connects real estate investing and note investing. All of you make it what it is!! We are ramping up to be ready for whatever 2025 brings. Creative real estate strategie…
- What's Happening with Real Estate? Could it be Time to Take Profits? Are you Ready?
What would be more painful? Theoretically missing out on some (maybe phantom?) upside? Or losing the equity you have on the table right now? Even if you wait for prices to go higher, and they do, that will mean everything else will cost a…
- [LIVE] Seller Financing MASTER CLASS for Sellers, Tired Landlords, High & Low Equity Solutions
Real estate sellers, landlords and those who have no equity and just want out from under their payments, this class is for you. Many high equity sellers and tired landlords are de-risking and using the installment sale (IRC 453), seller fi…
- Licensing and Compliance Building Passive Income in the Note Business | Guest Madison Management
This episode is RICH with important information you need to know to survive the note business. Sellers who offer owner financing are far less regulated, especially if you only do a small number of seller carry transactions. But for those b…
- Seller Financing Guide | Should I Offer Owner Financing and How Can I Stay Out of Trouble
Jeff brings up a good point here... attorneys, title companies and real estate brokers might know how to walk you through the mechanics of a seller financed real estate transaction, but unless they actively buy mortgage notes for their own…
- Texas Attorney Scott Horne and I Talk About the History of Creative Real Estate and Why You Need It
This interview was a delight. I love talking to people who have been around a few real cycles who have seen it all. The ability to navigate seller financing and real estate transactions creatively during times of market chaos or uncertaint…
- Real Estate Notes Seller Financing and Foreclosure Scenarios | Live Real Estate Tips Q&A Session
In this fabulous session of Property and Paper Live we discuss so so many interesting things. Thank you to all who showed up live to contribute with questions, answers, and great information, I appreciate you so much! For a DIY do it yours…
- Foreclosing on a Private Real Estate Loan from First Position When You Want the Property
In this session of Property & Paper Live, Ken brings up a pending foreclosure. He really wants the property, and is considering bidding at the Trustee Sale. There is a 2nd that is in danger of being completely wiped off. He could offer to…
- Make Better Seller Financing Offers with David Olds of EZREIclosings.com
Why not ask for zero down? I'm going to quit being so squeamish. My interview with David Olds contains a lot of great gems, and some great reminders of getting back to basics, slowing down, and talking just one Mom 'n Pop to another for su…
- Tracy Z is in the House! Talking Shop and Note Investing - Insider Note Business History Revealed
Tracy Z is a veteran of the note industry and she brings all her years of experience to talk about what she sees happening in the market, and how she helps others learn about the note business and get started investing in notes. We both lo…
- What Could Real Estate Investor Seller Financing Svetlana Do to Get a Better Price for her Note?
Lots of great conversation made possible by Svetlana, who brought us her scenario. She moved across the country to fulfull her dream of investing in notes. That's some grit and determination, folks! When you offer seller financing, you can…
- Should I Buy My First Note on PaperStac or Create My Own?
Positioning a portfolio for more cash flow before retirement kicks in. Looking at getting some property free and clear, and converting one or two into notes.
- Monarch Minute: Is It Time to Take Profits and Position Your Portfolio to Survive the Meltdown?
I am reminded of a story that Gordon Moss told me years ago... Derisking and being very conservative allowed him to sail through the great financial crash of 2008, whilst his counterparts lost everything during the blood bath. We don't kno…
- Monarch Minute: Are You Ready for the Next Solar Flare?
Earlier this month we had a series of solar flares during a few days of high geomagnetic storms. If you haven't already prepared yourself to be out of power for up to a month, this is your wake up call. Can you feed your family, filter wat…
- It is Time to Take Profits and Convert Some Real Estate into Notes?
In this episode: 00:11 - Engaging, Connecting, and Learning About Seller Financing and Note Investing 03:05 - On the Agenda: 3 Deal Reviews LIVE on Property Paper Live 03:52 - How to Submit Questions LIVE on Property Paper Live 04:39 - $40…
- Seller Finance Your Property and Walk Away with All Cash Without a Discount
It is generally not possible, but in this episode, I will show you how I helped reverse engineer a proposed real estate transaction so that the seller, a rehabber, could accept an owner financing offer and walk away with the equivalent of…
- Landlords Can Double the Income They are Getting in Rent Thru Owner Financing
https://notequeen.com/blog/sick-of-being-a-landlord-double-your-rent-with-seller-financing/ In this episode: 03:06 - Unlocking Hassle-Free Income: Leveraging Property and Paper 05:46 - Dawn's Go-To Financial Calculator for Note Investors 0…
- Instead of Making a Private Loan, Can you Buy at Half Price and Option Back?
Are there other ways to put deals together that get us around some of the dicey scenarios with real estate and the mortgage industry? We cover a lot of ground in this episode, but an interesting conversation came up about the idea of doing…
- The Only Way to Guarantee the Loan Won't Get Called with Subject To Seller Financing
With higher mortgage interest rates, taking over bank loans written at 3% and 4% are all the rage. Everywhere you look investors are getting under contract with subject to seller financing terms, and they flip them to unsuspecting buyers f…
- Preparing for Passive Income on the Blockchain
A new financial paradigm is being built as we speak and I want you to be ready for it. We normally talk about passive income via our property and paper (real estate and note investments), and there are equivalents in the crypto blockchain…
- Getting to be the Hero - Note Investing at It's Best
Sometimes you get to waltz in and be the Knight in Shining Armor in this business. Sometimes you don't, so when it happens, it's always fun to celebrate :) In this episode: 00:20 - How can you work or connect with Dawn? 02:33 - Dawn's Owne…
- Root Out What's Keeping you from Success
Join me for an amazing exploration with long time real estate investor, Darlene Root, who now helps investors get past what's keeping them from the success they want, whether they want to break into note investing, or take their real estat…
- The Note Professor Tom Henderson Shares How He Got Started In The Note Business
I had a great time talking with Tom and I thought you might want to listen in. I highly suggest you try to attend his last live training in San Antonio, Texas starting on February 29th, 2024. Get your tickets here: https://papersourcesemin…
- NPN Special - Investing in Non Performing Notes Convo with Sri Gandla
This Property & Paper LIve was focused on investing in institutional non-performing notes with my co-host, Sri Gandla. It's interesting to hear how he went from an IT professional for Fannie Mae, to buying notes full time. He's a smart guy…
- Genetically Modified Note Babies and Front End Partials
In this Property & Paper Live episode, you'll hear questions about note investing, wraps, etc., and hear me calling for custom designer notes! If we manipulate the DNA of a note before it's 'born' (from a seller financed transaction), then…
- Affordable Home for Your Kid, Great Investment for You
In this episode, you'll get: Mark is our wonderful hot seat participant. He has many questions, but one thing on his mind is figuring out how can help his adult child get into a home, and simultaneously have a great investment for his reti…
- Land Notes - They're the Latest but are they The Greatest?
On this episode, Dawn will review a sample land note with a remaining balance of approximately $10,000, and guest, Chuck Trice was thinking of offering $5,000 representing a 40% return. But depending on the state, it could easily cost $5,0…