Investing in Real Estate with Clayton Morris | Investing for Beginners

A lot of people spend their lives hard at work, dreaming of the day that retirement comes around. If you’re lucky, you can claim Social Security benefits at the age of 62, and you can tap into your 401k or IRA without penalty at 59 ½. But what if you didn’t have to wait until you’re 60 years old to give up the daily grind and the dreary commute? What if you could travel when you wanted, without being tied to a work schedule? On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to discuss the major flaws with our society's retirement system and what you can do instead.

My general advice is to rent the home you live in. But what about using the equity in your primary residence to buy rental properties? Today we're going to walk through the pros and cons of owning your home. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three listener questions about owning vs. renting, using business credit, and how to best utilize your savings when investing in real estate. If you want to learn more about real estate investing, this episode is for you!

If you’ve ever wondered about how to actually build wealth through real estate investing, this one is for you. On today’s show, we’re going to dive into the main mechanisms that can help you build your net worth, accumulate cash flow, and live financially free. We’re going to cover the ultimate formula you need to build your roadmap to financial freedom, the one principle you need to know in order to be successful long-term, and the powerful four streams of income that real estate investing can provide. By the end of this episode, you’re going to have a solid foundation of knowledge on how to unleash the power of real estate investing. You might want to take notes for this one – let’s get into it!

Today's first caller has $200k in equity in his primary home. He's thinking about leveraging his equity in order to pay off a rental property. Is that a good idea? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This encore Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on using equity to pay off debt, what to consider before you sell a rental property, and changes to the mortgage interest deduction in 2025.

Today you’re going to learn about the main tenets of financial intelligence. This is the stuff you didn’t learn in school, and your kids won’t learn either, unless you take the initiative to teach them the value of financial education. I hope you’re ready to take notes, because I’m going to share ten foundations to financial intelligence that you need to know to build a better future for your family. Whether you’re a beginner or you just need some reminders to sharpen your skills, this episode is going to arm you with the skills and mindset shifts you need to create your own path to wealth.

Today's first caller has started making great returns by investing in real estate notes and he's paying down his student loan debt. What should he do in order to reach his ultimate goal of investing in real estate? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This encore Q&A episode features three of your great questions on planning for financial freedom, accessing the equity of a rental property in an LLC, and how to get first position HELOC. Click play to hear my answers to your investing questions!

The best way to go broke is by following the American Dream, and here’s why: the American Dream is all about putting your family’s future in the hands of companies that don’t have your best interests in mind. For decades, Americans have been sold the same old song and dance: work hard, buy a house, and put money into a 401k until you retire -- but this system doesn't work On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you're going to learn about how America's debt based society keeps you locked into liabilities, why today's retirement plans no longer work, and how to get the results you actually want.

Today's first caller has a good chunk of money to invest. Should he continue investing in his established rental market or buy a multifamily property in NYC? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore episode! This episode features three of your real estate investing questions on single-family vs multifamily, getting started with bad credit, and moving money from a 401k to self-directed IRA.

There’s a lot of anxieties and hesitation surrounding investing in real estate in this current market. Today’s financial climate offers a lot of negativity – inflation, elevated prices, high interest rates, and more…But here’s what a lot of people forget: real estate is a tangible asset that offers protection against inflation. On today's show, you're going to learn about why real estate is an inflation-resistant asset, and how smart investors can win in every market. So if you want to win in today’s market and allow inflation to actually boost your net worth, this episode has five tips to help you reach your goal.

Today's first caller has a decent chunk of home equity available and a decent credit score. He's interested in buying his first rental property close to home. What's my advice for this scenario? On this encore Q&A edition of Investing in Real Estate, I'm taking three of your questions on buying rental properties in your own backyard, finding lenders for new construction investments, and calculating ROI.q

At one point in time, the American Dream was synonymous with homeownership. Today, there are many hurdles that are holding Americans back from homeownership – including the affordable housing crisis, housing prices, interest rates, inflation, and so much more. On today's show, we're going to discuss the reality of homeownership in the United States and why the cost of owning a home has risen exponentially in recent years. We're also going to discuss the role of build-to-rent real estate in the market.

Can you own rental real estate inside a retirement account like a self-directed 401k? On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering this question—and more! Today's Q&A episode features three of your great questions on buying real estate inside a self-directed 401k, how to determine how much money you need to buy real estate investments, and how to decide between using cash or leverage.

There are so many targets on the back of the US Dollar, and it’s time to get prepared. Today we’re going to talk about the multiple factors that are threatening the dollar, and what you can do to secure your money and your future. On this episode, we're going to talk about the recent decline of the US dollar and the threats it is facing. We're also going to discuss the importance of buying tangible assets and more.

Is it possible to use multiple rental contracts in a single-family home? What are some factors to consider before you convert a home into a multifamily residence? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm taking three of your great questions on using multiple contracts, how to buy real estate in the US as an international investor, and ideas for utilizing home equity if you have a bad credit score.

A post-pandemic study found that more than three-quarters of working age Americans have experienced inflation-related stress in recent years. And despite lowering rates of inflation, stress levels continue to rise. On today's show, we're going to unpack what's going on with inflation anxiety. We're going to talk about how rising prices and mental health, the future of the economy, and how to weather the storms of inflation. Click play on this episode of Investing in Real Estate to learn more!

Smart investors are always thinking about building and protecting their wealth. In today's economy, what's the best way to protect yourself from the fluctuating value of the US dollar? On this Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering this question — and more! Today's encore episode features three of your great questions on preparing for a crash of the dollar, what kind of credit score you need to invest, and options for investing with a VA loan.

Today we’re going to talk about why saving money is a horrible strategy. In fact, saving up piles of cash might be the least financially intelligent thing you could do with your money in 2025. You're going to learn about the major downfalls of saving money. We're going to discuss smarter strategies for investing cash, and how to make more financially intelligent decisions instead of following the status quo. I hope you enjoy this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

What does it cost to work with Morris Invest? Are there fees or subscriptions associated with using our service? On today's show, I'm answering this question—and more! This encore Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on getting started in real estate, finding a law firm to set up LLCs, and how our process works at Morris Invest.a

If you really want to live financially free, the best thing you can do is to start developing multiple streams of income. There are many ways to go about this. You could start a business, set up a side hustle, or my personal favorite, invest in rental properties. Rental properties are an incredible passive income strategy because of this: real estate investing offers not one, but FOUR streams of income. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you're going to learn how to make four streams of income with one investment.

What does a young (or new) investor need to know about getting started in real estate investing? What are the best resources to build your financial intelligence? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! On this encore Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions. We'll cover topics like getting started investing with no money, how to invest with your life insurance policy, and how to invest in the US from Canada.a