Investing in Performing Notes: Analyzing 3 Active Real Estate Note Deals

Investing in Performing Notes: Analyzing 3 Active Real Estate Note Deals

Author: Scott Carson June 2, 2026 Duration: 32:49

Welcome to another high-value episode of Money Monday! We are officially kicking off June and stepping into the high-stakes final month of Q2. As banks and hedge funds look to clean up their books and move assets before the mid-year mark, the note buying market is heating up with massive opportunities for savvy real estate investors.

In this episode, host Scott Carson breaks down the mechanics of note investing, shares updates on recent institutional networking meetings downtown, and dives deep into a brand-new three-note tape that just landed on his desk. Whether you are looking for predictable cash flow, substantial underlying equity, or unique commercial real estate angles, this breakdown illustrates exactly how to analyze real estate debt for maximum return. Tune in to find out how to evaluate seasoning, handle arrearages, run due diligence, and use consistent marketing to raise private capital so you can close more deals.

Key Topics Covered

  • The Q2 Banking Clean-Out: Why June is historically a prime month for buying performing and non-performing notes directly from financial institutions and hedge funds looking to offload assets.
  • Evaluating the 3-Note Tape: A comprehensive walkthrough of a newly received tape featuring clean, owner-financed assets with strong underlying equity.
  • Deep Dive: Orange, Texas Residential Note: Analyzing a 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family asset with five plus years of seasoning, carrying a 16% cash-on-cash return, and bought at a deep discount relative to market value.
  • Deep Dive: Lorain, Ohio Residential Note: Looking at a 2-bedroom, 2-bath property with nine months of seasoning that boasts a projected 14% cash-on-cash return.
  • Deep Dive: Melbourne, Florida Commercial Note: Exploring the unique advantages of a 3,700 sq. ft. commercial medical office asset on the Space Coast featuring an active operating tenant, an 8% interest rate, and a lucrative upcoming balloon payment.
  • Navigating Arrearages and Lender Advances: How to review servicer notes, quantify property tax advances, and structure repayment plans to boost your overall ROI.
  • The ROI of Property Inspections: Why spending $85 to $100 on quick occupancy checks and exterior BPOs saves thousands during due diligence.
  • Marketing for Capital Raising: Practical tips on staying consistent with email blasts, social media, and drip marketing to attract passive investors ahead of mid-year quarterly financial statements.

Conclusion & Call to Action

Real estate note investing allows you to become the bank, yielding predictable passive returns without the hassles of traditional property management. If you want to review the exact tape discussed in today's episode, it is officially live in our Basecamp group for our community members!

Are you ready to take your real estate investing business to the next level? Don't forget that our next two-day Note Buying for Dummies Workshop is happening soon, followed by our extensive 7-week training series focused on marketing for private capital. Check the links below to secure your seat, grab your community discounts, or schedule a strategy call. Go out, take some action, and we will see you at the top!


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Scott Carson brings his deep experience as a seasoned investor directly to you in The Note Closers Show-The #1 Podcast for Note Investing. This isn't about general real estate chatter; it's a focused dive into the specific, often overlooked niche of note investing. Each episode is built on the practical premise of acquiring control of real estate assets at significant discounts, not through traditional property management, but by understanding and investing in the debt behind them. You'll hear Scott break down complex strategies into actionable steps, sharing the nuances of evaluating, purchasing, and profiting from mortgage notes. The discussions are geared toward investors and entrepreneurs who are serious about expanding their portfolio options beyond conventional methods. Tune in for candid conversations about market trends, due diligence, risk assessment, and the real-world stories of deals that worked and those that didn't. This podcast serves as a direct line to advanced tactics and foundational knowledge, all aimed at building your confidence in this unique segment of the investment world. If you're looking to move past theory and into the practical mechanics of building wealth through notes, Scott Carson provides the roadmap in every episode.
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