Welcome to The Real Estate Side Hustle Show — the go-to podcast for everyday people who want to build wealth through real estate without giving up their jobs, their families, or their peace of mind. Hosted by Eric Lindsey , this show reveals how to buy and operate real estate with little to no money , using partnerships, creativity, and strategy instead of cash. Each episode combines real-world insights, step-by-step education, and honest stories from experienced investors, lenders, and operators. You’ll learn how to protect yourself from bad partnerships, structure creative finance deals, underwrite both residential and commercial properties, and start building passive income on the side — even if you’re just getting started. Eric isn’t a guru — he’s your connector and trusted partner. He’s walking the same path, documenting his journey, and bringing you along for the ride. Whether you’re a beginner trying to buy your first property or a business
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How Turnkey Real Estate Can Create Passive Income for Retirement | MICHAEL DREW
Aug 19, 202640 minS1
Episode Summary In this episode, we explore how turnkey real estate investing can help create passive income and provide an alternative path toward retirement. Our guest shares how RealEstateDone4u handles the heavy lifting — from finding and purchasing properties to rehabbing and managing rental homes — helping investors build income that isn't solely dependent on the stock market. Key Takeaways Retiring on rent: Learn how rental properties can generate passive or residual income designed to support long-term financial independence. Turnkey investing: RealEstateDone4u handles the process of buying, rehabbing, and managing single-family rental properties for investors. Real estate in an IRA: Investors can potentially own real estate and its rental income within an IRA, opening another avenue for retirement planning. The power of referrals: With 75% of the business coming from repeat clients and referrals, the company has built its model around long-term investor relationships. 1031 exchanges: The company welcomes investors looking to use 1031 exchanges as part of their real estate strategy. What This Means for W-2 Professionals For professionals looking to build income beyond their W-2 careers, turnkey real estate can provide a way to invest without personally handling every part of the process. By outsourcing property acquisition, rehabbing, and management, investors can work toward building rental income while maintaining their primary careers. About the Guest The guest is the CEO and CMO of RealEstateDone4u.com and the author of Retire on Rent . With more than seven years of professional speaking experience and presentations to over 50,000 people across the United States and Canada, they built RealEstateDone4u to help investors develop passive and residual income through turnkey single-family rental properties. The guest has also launched NutritionforMen.com and NutritionforWomen.com, expanding into the informational marketing space. Guest Links Website: RealEstateDone4u.com Nutrition for Men: NutritionforMen.com Nutrition for Women: NutritionforWomen.com Book: Retire on Rent Connect with Eric Lindsey / Moonlight Equities Free e-book: https://moonlightcre.com/ebook_download/ Website: https://moonlightcre.com/ Schedule a call: https://calendly.com/moonlightequitiesgroup/scheduled-conversation Learn more: https://linktr.ee/ericlindsey Suggested Hashtags #RealEstateInvesting #TurnkeyRealEstate #PassiveIncome #RentalProperties #RetirementPlanning
The Real Estate Side Hustle Show: How To Buy Real Estate With No Money
How to Build Financial Freedom Through Strategic Real Estate Investing | Zach Lemaster
Aug 13, 202637 min
Episode Summary Zach Lemaster built financial independence while serving as a U.S. Air Force Captain and practicing as an optometrist. Instead of relying on his local market, he strategically invested in high-growth markets across the U.S., consistently acquiring rental properties that generated cash flow, appreciation, and equity. Within a few years, his portfolio replaced his active income, eventually leading him to found Rent To Retirement, one of the nation's leading turnkey real estate investment companies. Financial freedom through consistency: Zach replaced his living expenses in about four years and surpassed his W-2 income within six years through disciplined investing. Think beyond your backyard: Investing in stronger out-of-state markets dramatically accelerated his portfolio's growth and returns. High-interest rates create opportunities: Less competition, below-market acquisitions, and future refinancing can outperform waiting on the sidelines. Leverage and tax strategy matter: Zach explains how tools like 1031 exchanges, cost segregation, and creative financing help investors build long-term wealth. You don't need to quit your job to build wealth through real estate. Zach's journey demonstrates how consistent investing, choosing the right markets, and leveraging smart financing strategies can gradually replace active income while maintaining the security of a full-time career. Zach Lemaster is the Founder & CEO of Rent To Retirement, a leading turnkey real estate investment company that helps investors build cash-flowing rental portfolios across the United States. A former U.S. Air Force Captain and licensed optometrist, Zach has built a nationwide real estate portfolio and is widely recognized for his expertise in market analysis, turnkey investing, and wealth-building through real estate. Guest Links Website: https://renttoretirement.com/ Email: Cameron@selenebrighthouse.com Free e-book: https://moonlightcre.com/ebook_download/ Website: https://moonlightcre.com/ Schedule a call: https://calendly.com/moonlightequitiesgroup/scheduled-conversation Learn more: https://linktr.ee/ericlindsey #RealEstateInvesting #TurnkeyInvesting #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #RentalProperties
The Real Estate Side Hustle Show: How To Buy Real Estate With No Money
Damon Boudreaux | Creative Wholesaling Creative Financing Investor | 20+ Years in Real Estate Part 2 — The First Deal That Changed Everything
Aug 7, 202620 min
No Bank, No Money Down: The Deal-by-Deal Playbook Part 1 was the leap. Part 2 is the system Damon actually runs — deal after deal, with no bank involved. The Problem With Today's Market High interest rates are freezing buyers out. Sellers who need to move are stuck holding payments they can't afford. Damon doesn't wait for rates to drop. He works around them. The Toolkit Lease options. Seller financing. Subject-to. Land contracts. No bank. No qualifying. No hoops. Just a negotiation, directly with the seller. Inside a Real Deal A seller was carrying two mortgage payments. It was draining their savings. They didn't want cash. They wanted the problem gone. Damon put the property under a four-year lease option. No money out of pocket. He found a buyer. $15,000 down. $375 a month in cash flow, every month. When the buyer eventually closes, Damon collects a back-end payday of roughly $25,000. Passive investors don't need flashy numbers. They need proof an operator can execute with discipline, not luck. The Exit Plan Not every buyer closes on time. Damon builds in room — up to 24 months to perform. Still can't close? Go back to the seller. Ask for more time. Worst case, hand the property back. No bank loan in his name. No forced exit. No debt he's stuck holding. How the Leads Actually Show Up Damon doesn't cold call anymore. Direct mail. Referrals. Consistency. Marketing that brings sellers to him — instead of the other way around. What Damon Tells New Investors This isn't a get-rich-quick play. It's a couple of focused hours a day, done consistently, for a couple of years. Get the knowledge. Find a mentor if you can. Then take action — even on a small budget. Track every number. Keep expenses low. Reinvest profits into more marketing. What This Means for W2 Professionals You don't need a bank to start. You don't need a big war chest either. You need a system — and the discipline to run it the same way, deal after deal. Email - Cameron@selenebrighthouse.com Free e-book: https://moonlightcre.com/ebook_download/ Website: https://moonlightcre.com/ Schedule a call: https://calendly.com/moonlightequitiesgroup/scheduled-conversation Learn more: https://linktr.ee/ericlindsey Connect with Eric: BusyBeeAdvisors.com INeedBookkeeping.com #RealEstateInvesting #CreativeFinancing #PassiveIncome #NoMoneyDown #W2ToWealth
The Real Estate Side Hustle Show: How To Buy Real Estate With No Money
Damon Boudreaux | Creative Wholesaling Creative Financing Investor | 20+ Years in Real Estate Part 1 — The First Deal That Changed Everything
Aug 6, 202614 min
Damon Boudreaux started his real estate business with $13 out of pocket. Not $13,000. $13. That single deal changed the direction of his entire career. ️ Damon Boudreaux | Creative Wholesaling Creative Financing Investor | 20+ Years in Real Estate Part 1 — The First Deal That Changed Everything Damon was working a W2 job when he found real estate. No savings. No connections. No experience. He started small — nights and weekends only. His First Deal He negotiated a lease option with a homeowner behind on payments. No money down. No bank. No mortgage in his name. He controlled the property. He found a buyer with cash to put down. He collected cash flow every month. He collected a payday when the buyer eventually purchased. Total cost to get in the deal: $13. For a For Sale sign. Passive investors don't need flashy numbers. They need proof an operator can execute with discipline, not luck. The Turning Point Damon kept working his job. He kept doing deals on weekends. Then the layoff came. He had just closed deal one. He was mid-contract on deal two. Go find another job. Or go all in on what was already working. He went all in. What This Means for W2 Professionals Damon didn't quit on a whim. He built proof first. He tested the model on weekends. The exit came from momentum — not an impulsive leap. Real estate does not require abandoning income before you've replaced it. It requires a working model. It requires consistency. It requires proof before the leap. Email - Cameron@selenebrighthouse.com Free e-book: https://moonlightcre.com/ebook_download/ Website: https://moonlightcre.com/ Schedule a call: https://calendly.com/moonlightequitiesgroup/scheduled-conversation Learn more: https://linktr.ee/ericlindsey Connect with Eric BusyBeeAdvisors.com INeedBookkeeping.com #RealEstateInvesting#TaxStrategy#PassiveIncome#RealEstateProfessional#W2ToWealth
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How Cameron Hastings Built a Real Estate Side Hustle While Working as an Architect Part 2
Jul 29, 202617 minS1
In this episode, Cameron shares insights on real estate investing, focusing on niche strategies like small retail centers, market analysis, and partnership dynamics. Learn how to navigate market cycles, funding options, and build a successful real estate business. keywords Real estate investing, retail centers, market analysis, partnership, funding, syndications, property management key topics Niche real estate strategies: small retail centersMarket analysis and timing in real estateFunding options: debt, equity, partnershipsRisk management with anchor tenants and property typesMarket cycles and interest rate impactsPartnerships and local market expertiseProperty improvements and perception managementReturn targets and cap rate analysis takeaways Focus on properties with clear value-add opportunities that are not distressed.Avoid big box stores to reduce competition and risk from large national tenants.Partner with experienced local operators to leverage market knowledge.Use a mix of debt and equity tailored to each deal's needs.Target stable, cash-flowing properties with moderate risk for consistent returns. Mastering Small Retail Centers: A Niche StrategyHow to Navigate Market Cycles in Real Estate sound bites "Focus on properties with clear value-add opportunities.""Avoid big box stores to reduce risk.""Partner with local market experts." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to real estate side hustles and market focus 01:00 Criteria for selecting value-add retail properties 01:56 Risk management and market cycle considerations 02:49 Why avoid big box retail centers 03:46 Market focus: Southern California and Dallas 05:08 Partnering with local market experts 06:04 Impact of interest rates on property values 07:58 Recent transaction overview and property details 09:46 Funding strategies: individual vs pooled investments 11:14 Return targets and cap rate analysis 13:09 Debt options and working with lenders 15:03 Advice for new investors: market knowledge and partnerships 16:06 Starting with services if no capital or experience 18:02 Passive investing benefits: stability and control 19:00 Recommended reading: '2 10X is Better Than 2'19:54 Closing remarks and contact information resources Selene Brighthouse - https://selenebrighthouse.com '2 10X is Better Than 2' by Grant Cardone - https://www.amazon.com/10X-Better-Than-Grant-Cardone/dp/1234567890 guest links Email - Cameron@selenebrighthouse.com Free e-book: https://moonlightcre.com/ebook_download/ Website: https://moonlightcre.com/ Schedule a call: https://calendly.com/moonlightequitiesgroup/scheduled-conversation Learn more: https://linktr.ee/ericlindsey Connect with Eric BusyBeeAdvisors.com INeedBookkeeping.com #RealEstateInvesting#TaxStrategy#PassiveIncome#RealEstateProfessional#W2ToWealth
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