Best Nonperformingnotes Podcasts (2025)

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#126: Going From 0 to 40 Deals in 4 Years, with David Friedman 37:58

10d ago37:58

37:58

In this episode, we sit down with Dave Friedman, a seasoned real estate investor, as he shares his journey from building a rental portfolio to transitioning into property flipping and creative strategies like seller financing. Tune in to hear the lessons he’s learned, the challenges he’s overcome, and how he’s adapted his approach to maximize retur…

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#125: Underwriting Secrets for Creative Finance, Wraps and Subto Deals 1:02:51

14d ago1:02:51

1:02:51

This podcast is a replay of a webinar from 5/23/25 where I discussed 10 aspects of underwriting new seller finance loans that you may not have considered. Want to create your own seller-financed notes? MAKE SURE YOUR NOTES ARE SELLABLE, VALUABLE, AND COMPLIANT: https://calltheunderwriter.com/ Are you Ready to work with Dan to learn how to invest in…

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#124: Dan Rambles About AI 16:20

28d ago16:20

16:20

In this episode, I kick off a new series exploring how AI is transforming real estate note investing and creative finance strategies. I break down foundational AI concepts and their evolution, and share insights from my experience implementing AI at major tech companies. Tune in to hear where AI shines—and where it still falls short—when it comes t…

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#123: Note Buying vs Note Creating 20:14

1M ago20:14

20:14

In this podcast I discuss some of the differences I have noticed between note buyers and note creators, and also provide some updates and lessons learned from the recent DME conference in Nashville.By Dan Deppen

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#122: Real Estate Note Investing: How to Avoid 7 Costly Mistakes 1:05:16

2M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

This podcast is from a webinar that covered 7 costly mistakes that both new and experienced note investors commonly make. For a few days only, you can take advantage of the Spring Sale for the Note Launchpad online training course and SAVE $1000 off the normal price: https://notelaunchpad.com/By Dan Deppen

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#121: 45 Years of Creative Finance Deals, with Joe Homs 22:28

2M ago22:28

22:28

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Joe Holmes, a seasoned real estate investor with over 45 years of experience. Joe shared his journey, from purchasing his first investment property to his current strategy of using "subject to" financing for house flipping. We dove into the details of subject-to loans, the process of creating…

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#120: Mastering Real Estate Market Cycles, with Dave Franecki 32:07

3M ago32:07

32:07

Dave Franecki joined me on the podcast to discuss his extensive background in notes and real estate. He shared his journey from being a commercial landscape contractor to becoming a real estate agent and builder. We also discussed the economic cycles and their impact on the real estate market, the importance of cleaning one's portfolio during a dow…

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#119: From a W2 to Full Time Real Estate Investing, with Ryan Chaw 27:08

4M ago27:08

27:08

Want to quit your job and dive into real estate full-time? The hard truth is that it takes time, savings, and a strategic plan. In this episode, Ryan shares how he made the leap—retiring at just 31 years old. Ryan walks us through his journey from a traditional W-2 career to building wealth through real estate. He breaks down how he acquired rental…

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#118: Investing in Reverse Mortgages, with Beth Hale 32:50

4M ago32:50

32:50

Beth has been investing in performing and non-performing notes since 2012. In this podcast she discussed some of the details and nuances involved with reverse mortgages. Connect with Beth here: [email protected] or https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethhalemortgagespecialist/ Want to create your own seller-financed notes? MAKE SURE YOUR NOTES…

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#117: Mobile Home Investing, with James and Alden Guajardo 33:05

4M ago33:05

33:05

Dan, James, and Alden Guajardo discussed the value of investing in mobile home notes, highlighting the increasing demand for manufactured housing due to affordability and the potential for higher returns. Connect with James and Alden here: https://www.mobilemailboxmoney.com/ Want to create your own seller-financed notes? MAKE SURE YOUR NOTES ARE SE…

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#116: Self Directing Retirement, with Brett Synicky 24:44

4M ago24:44

24:44

Brett Synicky from Sense Financial joined the podcast to dive into the world of self-directed retirement accounts. We explored the key differences between self-directed IRAs and solo 401(k)s, the impact of investing in an IRA before age 59½, and the nuances of UBIT (Unrelated Business Income Tax). Brett also shared insights on the importance of ali…

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#115: Setting a Clear Vision, with Dan Zitofsky 38:43

5M ago38:43

38:43

Join me on the podcast as I sit down with Dan Zitofsky, a highly experienced real estate investor with over 35 years in the industry. Dan shares his journey from flipping properties to building a passive income portfolio through non-performing notes. By rehabbing properties and selling them to investors using seller financing, Dan has effectively t…

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#113: How to Sell Your Note for a Premium, with Rachel Sims 33:29

5M ago33:29

33:29

Rachel purchases hundreds of notes per year as a Loan Acquisitions Officer for First National Acceptance Company (FNAC). FNAC is one of the largest note buyers in the industry, and Rachel shared some of the factors that influence what they are willing to pay for a note. We also discussed the closing and due diligence processes for note deals, the n…

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#112: 27 Years of Loan Servicing and Origination, with Sohail Badruddin 30:38

6M ago30:38

30:38

In this week’s podcast, I was joined by Sohail Badruddin, owner of Provident Loan Servicing and an RMLO in Texas. Sohail shares insights from his extensive experience in the mortgage industry and discusses his vision for Provident Loan Servicing. He delves into the challenges and risks of mortgage lending, such as prepayment penalties, balloon prov…

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#111: Live Note Investing Events, with Ben Fredericks 24:51

6M ago24:51

24:51

In this podcast, Ben Fredricks joined to discuss the note events industry, and he also shared his background in mortgage and his involvement in the note space. We explored the potential of note investing as a new opportunity for a younger generation and shared some of our experiences in the real estate business, particularly in the non-performing n…

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#110: Creating Valuable Seller Financed Notes, with Fred and Tracy Rewey 1:00:15

6M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

Dan, Tracy, and Fred discussed the creation and benefits of seller finance notes, emphasizing the importance of creating valuable notes for both holding and potential resale. They also discussed the size and growth of the owner finance market, the increasing trend of seller financing due to tightening traditional loan markets, and strategies for no…

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#109: Creating Cash Flowing Notes, with Michael Kearse 35:22

7M ago35:22

35:22

Michael came on the podcast to discuss his real estate investment strategy, which involves buying properties virtually and selling them to individuals with poor credit through seller financing. Michael has successfully completed over 65 transactions and currently has 53 assets. Michael also shared how he raises private funds, having raised over 3.5…

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#108: Navigating Notes, Economic Insights, and Investment Strategies with Dan and Nic 33:28

7M ago33:28

33:28

Dan and Nic discussed their experiences in the note space, the potential of technology solutions in the real estate industry, and the current state of the US economy. They also explored the challenges and opportunities in the commercial market, particularly focusing on retail and office spaces, and the potential of alternative investments. Lastly, …

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#107: Underwriting Distressed Assets, with Forrest Jinks 29:49

8M ago29:49

29:49

Dan and ForrestJinks, CEO of Altus Equity, discussed their experiences in the real estate industry, with a focus on distressed assets and the current state of the market. They also discussed the challenges of buying and selling individual non-performing loans, particularly in the context of private equity-backed debt funds. Learn more about Altus E…

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#106: How the recent CFPB announcement will impact you 17:11

8M ago17:11

17:11

In this episode Dan discusses the recent CFPB announcement regarding land contracts, and explains some of the rules of road you need to follow when originating consumer loans. Link to the CFPB announcement: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-takes-action-to-stop-contract-for-deed-investors-from-setting-borrowers-up-to-fail/ Are …

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#105: Understanding Seller Finance, with Justin Bogard 1:01:13

9M ago1:01:13

1:01:13

In this webinar, Dan Deppen and Justin Bogard discuss seller finance and the best practices for creating seller finance paper. They cover topics such as the value of a note, underwriting the buyer, collateral type, buyer's equity, and the terms of the loan. They also discuss the importance of using an RMLO (residential mortgage loan originator) to …

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#104: Raising Private Money, with Jay Conner 29:40

9M ago29:40

29:40

Jay Conner joined the podcast to discuss his strategies for raising private money for real estate, which he has been employing since 2009. Jay's approach is similar to mine in that he educates people on how his deals work, and then money tends to find him. He also explored the benefits of self-directed retirement accounts and discussed his approach…

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#103: Lessons Learned from 1000 Note Deals, with Bill McCafferty 30:57

10M ago30:57

30:57

Bill discussed his experiences and strategies in the buying and selling notes, with a focus on residential seconds and the considerations involved in foreclosure sales. He also explored the complexities of managing different levels of client portfolios, the risks and strategies of second mortgage lending, and the importance of due diligence, educat…

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#102: Note Investing at Scale, with Edward Brown 49:36

10M ago49:36

49:36

Edward Brown joined to discuss his experiences and strategies in real estate investing, with a focus on mortgage notes and bridge loans. We also explored the challenges and costs associated with lending money, including the need for due diligence, the importance of clear communication with borrowers, and the potential for legal battles and foreclos…

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#101: Building a Network, with Fred Moskowitz 31:43

10M ago31:43

31:43

Fred Moskowitz joins the podcast again to discuss the ongoing changes in the note investing marketplace and the broader real estate market. He went deep on the importance of building and maintaining relationships and the shift in note-buying patterns from some investors. We also discussed different CRM systems, strategies for partials, and the pote…

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#100: Hard Money Lending with John Neufer 35:40

11M ago35:40

35:40

Dan and John discussed the role and terms of hard money loans in real estate investment, with John emphasizing the potential benefits and risks, and the importance of understanding the borrower's details. They also explored the licensing requirements for originating these loans in various states, and the potential rewards and risks of purchasing ex…

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#99: Building a Diverse Real Estate Portfolio, with Jay Redding 43:30

11M ago43:30

43:30

In this episode we discussed Jay's background and experience in the real estate business, with a focus on his strategies for acquiring and managing loans, and his approach to assessing loan applicants. We also shared our experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic's impact on our loan portfolios, our portfolio strategy, and the importance of risk mana…

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#98: My Favorite Note Strategy for 2024 7:07

11M ago7:07

7:07

Signup for the free workshop on Buying Notes in 2024: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_icJlapkYQ_CkU8FBJREeJw Note Accelerator small group coaching program: https://www.fusionnotes.com/livetraining

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#97: Investing from Out of State, with Axel Meierhoefer 33:19

11M ago33:19

33:19

Axel Meierhoefer was a former Air Force officer turned real estate enthusiast. His journey, from military service to executive roles, took a pivotal turn during the 2009 Great Recession, leading him to discover the potential of real estate investing. Inspired by his success, Axel mentors clients through his IdealWealthGrower™ strategy and offers pr…

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#96: Balancing a Job and Real Estate Investing, with Martin Krimmel 30:56

12M ago30:56

30:56

Martin is a full time employee at Amazon in Seattle, an agent, and an active real estate investor. Dan and Martin discussed their experiences and strategies in real estate investing and house hacking, including the potential benefits and challenges of these approaches. They also shared their approaches to time management and outsourcing tasks to in…

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#95: Understanding Loan Hypothecations 20:27

12M ago20:27

20:27

In this episode, Dan Deppen discusses his recent busy weeks and then dives into the topic of loan hypothecations. He explains that a hypothecation is when a loan is collateralized by another loan, and he shares how he sets up hypothecated loans and the advantages for the operator. He also discusses the risks involved and provides tips for finding s…

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#94: Diversified Mortgage Expo Takeaways 23:25

1y ago23:25

23:25

In this episode Dan provides a recap and lessons learned from the Diversified Mortgage Expo (DME). Topics covered include new note investing models, seller finance, buying notes in NY, and much more. Are you Ready to work with Dan to accelerate your note-investing journey? SMALL GROUP LIVE COACHING: https://www.fusionnotes.com/livetraining PREMIUM …

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#93: Capital Gains Tax Planning, with Brett Swarts 23:59

1y ago23:59

23:59

Brett Swarts from Capital Gains Tax Solutions discussed the concept of a deferred sales trust and its benefits for high net worth individuals to defer capital gains taxes on various assets. He shared his entrepreneurial journey and how he discovered this strategy, which has allowed him to teach others about it. The discussion also covered the flexi…

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#92: Playa Del Carmen Event Recap 20:17

1y ago20:17

20:17

In this episode Dan recaps his recent trip with an entrepreneur group to Playa Del Carmen Mexico and brings you some of his key learnings from the event. Are you Ready to work with Dan to accelerate your note-investing journey? SMALL GROUP LIVE COACHING: https://www.fusionnotes.com/livetraining PREMIUM CONTENT: Get a roadmap that shows you a step-b…

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#91: Note Investing Lessons Learned, with Justin Bogard 30:43

1y ago30:43

30:43

This week I spoke with Justin Bogard from American Note Buyers. We talked about how the note market has evolved, his shift in focus from non-performing to performing loans, and several of his lessons learned from years in the note industry. Connect with Justin: https://www.anbfunds.com/home Are you Ready to work with Dan to accelerate your note-inv…

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#90: Note Investing War Stories, with Chris Seveney 38:46

1y ago38:46

38:46

This week I spoke with Chris Seveney. Chris and I both started buying notes around the same time and in this podcast, we discussed cutting our teeth buying land contracts in 2018 and 2019. Note investing was a bit different back then, and we shared many of our more chaotic anecdotes about our experiences with unusual deals, foreclosures, and court …

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#89: Applying Artificial Intelligence to Note Investing, with Alex Goldovsky 46:12

1y ago46:12

46:12

Alex Goldovsky joined the podcast to discuss his role as a CEO in three companies focused on improving real estate market efficiency, with a particular emphasis on AI technologies and blockchain potential. We explored the application of machine learning and computer vision in document analysis, the potential of automation in data extraction, and th…

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#88: From the FIlm Industry to Note Investing, with Marco Bario 27:37

1y ago27:37

27:37

Marco Bario, from Porch Swing Funding, joined me to discuss his unconventional career journey from the film industry to note investing, his approach to learning through trial and error, and his experiences with seller financing. We also explored the appeal of a tax planning strategy involving installment sales and Marco's successful approach to pay…

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#87: The Future of the Note Investing Industry 25:39

1y ago25:39

25:39

In this episode Dan discusses his future plans for note investing, the current market conditions, and the potential for growth in the seller finance market. He also addressed the challenges and inefficiencies of the current model of buying and selling assets, suggesting the need for a more accessible mechanism for people to become aware of and list…

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#86: The Seller Finance Market is Larger Than You Think, with Fred and Tracy Rewey 50:29

1y ago50:29

50:29

In this episode, Fred and Tracy joined to provide us with a deep dive on the current state of the seller finance market. They discussed the trends and factors in the seller finance real estate market, with a focus on the increasing volume and value of seller-financed commercial and land notes. They also examined the top 10 states for seller financi…

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#85: Market Trends, and AI Tools for Note Investing, with Brett Burky 44:16

1y ago44:16

44:16

Dan and Brett from Paper Stack discussed the state of the note business and their experiences using their platform for transactions. They also delved into market trends, the increasing cases of mortgage defaults, and the use of artificial intelligence in managing and selling land notes. Furthermore, they explored the development of a new system to …

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#84: Mindset and Real Estate Investing, with Darlene Root 55:03

1y ago55:03

55:03

In this episode Darlene shared her experiences in real estate investing, highlighting the importance of mindset and adaptability in navigating market cycles. They also discussed the challenges faced by those in the real estate business, the importance of actual conversations and negotiation skills, and the concept of vision boards and affirmations …

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#83: Note Investing, From Canada, With Nathan Turner 28:32

1y ago28:32

28:32

I sat down with Nathan Turner to discuss the upcoming Diversified Mortgage Expo. Nathan has extensive experience with note investing dating back to the beginning of the financial crisis. We talked about his experiences getting started, investing in notes from Canada, the origins of ax throwing, takeaways from the Papersource Seminar with Tom Hender…

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#82: Key Takeaways from the Paper Source Seminar with Tom Henderson 23:09

1+ y ago23:09

23:09

In this episode, Dan shares some of the key learnings and takeaways from the recent Paper Source seminar in San Antonio, taught by Tom Henderson. Get the 5 FREE steps to buying your first note HERE WEBSITE: https://fusionnotes.com PREMIUM CONTENT: Get a roadmap that shows you a step-by-step path for being a note investor, NOTE INVESTING GAMEPLAN To…

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#81: Reflections on my First Year in Note Investing 33:48

1+ y ago33:48

33:48

Recently I came across some journals I kept in 2017 and 2018, when I first discovered note investing, began learning, and then started doing deals. Some of the advice was spot on, and some was total garbage. Now that I have 100+ note deals under my belt I take a look back at the good, the bad, and the ugly of my initial learnings in note investing.…

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#80: Helping Borrowers Facing Foreclosure, with DJ Olojo 28:57

1+ y ago28:57

28:57

This week DJ joins to talk about a unique subject in note investing: foreclosure from the perspective of the borrower, and advice to borrowers on what they should do and what they shouldn't when facing foreclosure. Facing foreclosure has to be a daunting experience, to say the least. It's stressful, and emotional, and with your primary residence on…

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#79: Investing in Land Notes - With Crystal and Rick Rumer 41:01

1+ y ago41:01

41:01

Crystal and Rick Rumer from Secured Land Notes have a lengthy and diverse background in real estate investing. They joined me to discuss how they transitioned from doing fix and flips to investing in and creating land notes. We also covered a range of other topics including a shelter they set up in Alaska for sex trafficking victims, and how invest…

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#78: High Potential Note Partials 28:18

1+ y ago28:18

28:18

If you want to learn how to use note partials to either retire earlier or retire better, then this video is for you! Dan explains how note partials work, gives some examples, and discusses how to create them. You'll also learn why these creative financing arrangements are great deals for both the partial seller and partial buyer. Get the 5 FREE ste…

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Note Investing in 2024 23:09

1+ y ago23:09

23:09

Dan recaps some of his key learnings from 2023, and discusses his plans heading into 2024. Spoiler: They include returning to focusing on his notes business full time. Sign up for the email newsletter and download the free guide with 5 Steps to Buying Your First Mortgage Note HERE. Comprehensive note investing training course: https://notelaunchpad…

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Jackson MS Case Study, Part 2 18:04

1+ y ago18:04

18:04

In part 2 of this long-running case study, Dan travels to Jackson MS to face the borrower in court. The borrower continues to make crazy claims, and Dan tries to explain to the judge all of the unique abbreviations contained in a pay history report from Allied. If you want to learn how to get in this game and become an active note investor, go to w…

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