Dawn Has a Friendly Chat with Someone Who Has Never Heard of Seller Financing Before

Dawn Has a Friendly Chat with Someone Who Has Never Heard of Seller Financing Before

Author: Dawn Rickabaugh | Expert Advice for building wealth through Owner Financing & Note Investing October 8, 2025 Duration: 51:08

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 Charmander... anyone have kids that used to play Pokemon??

We discuss the challenges and opportunities surrounding homeownership in today's market, specifically focusing on owner financing as a powerful, yet often overlooked strategy. The conversation addresses the difficulties faced by younger generations in buying homes due to soaring prices and high-interest rates, and how traditional bank financing may no longer be the only or best option. Instead, owner financing—where the seller acts as the lender—can unlock trillions in home equity held mostly by baby boomers, creating a win-win scenario for both sellers and buyers.

We cover how government policies and monetary interventions during and after COVID-19 have distorted housing markets, driving up prices and making homeownership inaccessible for many. They emphasize that many boomers own homes free and clear, holding substantial equity that can be leveraged through owner financing to provide flexible, lower-interest loans to younger buyers. This method bypasses traditional bank loans, reduces transaction costs, and can offer better terms for both parties.

The discussion also dives into practical advice on how to approach owner financing deals, including how buyers can find sellers willing to finance, the importance of having at least a 10% down payment, and how owner financing documents work similarly to bank loans but without the middleman. The conversation highlights the tax advantages and income stability for sellers who carry the loan, and the benefit to buyers who can secure better interest rates and terms. The value of fostering personal relationships and trust between parties is stressed, along with the need for proper legal guidance.

They also touch on common misconceptions about owner financing, the risks of poorly structured notes, and the secondary market for selling these loans. The interview concludes with encouragement for people to explore owner financing as a strategic alternative to conventional home buying, especially amid current market volatility and economic uncertainty, offering hope and actionable insights for those feeling priced out or stuck.


Dawn Rickabaugh has spent years mastering the nuanced world of real estate finance, and in her Owner Financing & Note Investing Podcast, she pulls back the curtain on strategies that often fly under the radar. This isn't about chasing the next hot market; it's about understanding the powerful intersection of creative financing and asset acquisition. Each episode feels like a direct conversation with an expert who genuinely wants to demystify the process, breaking down how seller financing works and how you can build a resilient portfolio by investing in the mortgage notes themselves. You'll hear practical insights on evaluating deals, managing risk, and structuring agreements that benefit both buyers and investors. The dialogue here moves beyond generic advice to explore the real "dance between property and paper," offering a clear path toward building tangible wealth without relying on traditional banks. Whether you're an experienced investor looking to diversify or someone curious about alternative avenues in real estate, this podcast provides a steady stream of actionable knowledge. Dawn’s approach makes complex topics accessible, turning the often-intimidating mechanics of notes and owner carry-backs into understandable steps you can apply. Tune in to discover how these methods can create cash flow, expand your control over assets, and fundamentally change your approach to building financial independence through real estate.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Owner Financing & Note Investing Podcast with Dawn Rickabaugh
Podcast Episodes
From Colonial America to Today: The Roots of Seller Financing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:29
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 fo…
Say Goodbye to Bank Loans: Building Wealth Outside of Wall Street [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:40
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…
A Superpower You'll Need in this Market: No Risk Seller Financing! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:05
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…
Craigslist For the Win: How I Made a 24% ROI [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:40
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…
Silver, AI & Epstein - Reading a Recent Email [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:11
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 startedEpstein: 1) Controlled Disclosure, Functional Sacrifice and the Arch…
Buying and Selling Partials - The Note Industry's Magic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:17
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/group…
David Buys 3 Seller-Financed Notes and Makes 1 Private Loan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:42
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 ov…