006 - All I Want For Christmas Is Other People's Money

The Frankie D'Astoli Show

In this episode, Frankie D'Astoli shares his experiences and insights on real estate investing, emphasizing the flexibility it offers in his life. He reflects on family traditions during Advent and the importance of faith during the holiday season. The conversation transitions into the concept of 'other people's money' in real estate, discussing the significance of good debt versus bad debt. Frankie explains how leveraging banks and understanding various loan products can empower investors to build wealth effectively. In this conversation, Frankie D'Astoli delves into the intricacies of real estate financing, focusing on hard money and private money lending. He explains how these lending options can be beneficial for real estate investors, particularly those looking to renovate properties and increase their value. D'Astoli emphasizes the importance of building relationships with lenders and understanding their terms, as well as exploring creative financing strategies to enter the real estate market with little to no money down.

Chapters

00:00 The Joys of Real Estate Investing

03:06 Advent Reflections and Family Traditions

06:11 The Gift of Other People's Money in Real Estate

08:53 Understanding Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

11:57 Leveraging Banks for Real Estate Investments

14:55 Exploring Loan Products and Their Implications

19:08 Understanding Hard Money Lending

25:15 Exploring Private Money Lending

31:25 Creative Financing Strategies