Episode 491: The 3 Pillars of Note Investing & The Truth About Passive Returns and Risk with Jamie Bateman

Episode 491: The 3 Pillars of Note Investing & The Truth About Passive Returns and Risk with Jamie Bateman

Author: Chris Prefontaine January 22, 2025 Duration: 29:23

In this compelling episode of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, you'll hear from Jamie Bateman, a seasoned mortgage note investor and host of the From Adversity to Abundance podcast. Jamie shares how he transitioned from being an Army officer and W-2 employee to becoming a full-time entrepreneur in the mortgage note investment space. 

 

He'll guide you through the nuances of active versus passive investing, explain why building relationships is crucial in this niche market, and offer tips on managing risk effectively. 

 

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out in creative financing, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiring insights tailored for you.

 

Key Talking Points of the Episode

 

00:00 Introduction

02:30 What Jamie is focused on today

03:10 The 3 pillars of note investing

05:04 Understanding active vs. passive mortgage note investing

06:32 How passive mortgage note investing works

08:20 Passive mortgage note investing returns

12:37 Lead sources for mortgage note investing

15:51 Labrador Lending mentorship program

17:43 Identifying your investing criteria for mortgage notes

21:46 The downsides or investing in mortgage notes

23:38 How to learn more about note investing from Jamie

 

Quotables

 

"It's not all rainbows and butterflies and unicorns, and maybe it's not for you."

 

"Building that buy box is a critical piece for people because you need to be able to speak into the universe, this is what I'm looking for."

 

"The inefficiencies are where opportunity lies."

 

Links

 

Labrador Lending

https://labradorlending.com/

 

From Adversity to Abundance

https://adversity2abundance.com

 

Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime

https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast



FREE Master's Class

https://wickedsmartacademy.com/mastersclass

 

FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre

https://smartrealestatecoach.com/chrisprecall

 

FREE Workshop

https://smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws

 

QLS Homestudy Course

https://wickedsmartacademy.com/course/qls-homestudy-4

 

Investor Resources

https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources

 

3 Paydays Apprentice

https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprentice-pod

 

In the Trenches Bootcamp

https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittb-pod

 

REI Blackbook

https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD

 


Hosted by Chris Prefontaine, The Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast is a resource built on more than three decades of practical experience in the property market. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a direct conversation focused on actionable strategies for building wealth through real estate investing. Each episode draws from a deep well of knowledge and a vast network of experts and successful associates, translating complex concepts into clear steps you can apply. Whether you're evaluating your first deal or looking to scale a substantial portfolio, the discussions here are designed to provide the tools, education, and mindset shifts necessary to advance. You'll hear candid breakdowns of market trends, financing techniques, and the often-overlooked personal disciplines required for long-term success. The aim is to cut through the noise and offer substantive guidance for taking control of your financial trajectory. Tune in for a straightforward and experienced perspective on navigating the realities of property investment.
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