Want to build wealth through real estate but unsure where to start? Want to learn how to protect your investments as you grow?

In this episode, host Michael Albaum sits down with real estate professor at Penn State, attorney, appraiser, and investor, Mallory Meehan for a course in real estate investing.

Mallory shares real-world strategies and legal insights to help you invest smarter, avoid costly mistakes, and thrive in today’s changing real estate market.

What we Cover:

How to identify strong real estate markets, featuring emerging areas like Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee, and North Carolina

The pros and cons of investing under your name vs. using LLCs, holding companies, and umbrella insurance

Mallory’s go-to process for tenant screening, lease agreements, and legal risk management

The truth about property valuation and why online estimates don’t cut it How to adapt your strategy as the market shifts

A behind-the-scenes look at Mallory’s new “Real Estate 101” course and her podcast, Inspire Wealth with Prof M

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In this episode of The Remote Investor, we’re joined by Andrew Davis, founder of Equity Check and a seasoned real estate investor who has raised over $500 million in commercial real estate capital. Andrew brings a candid perspective on the syndication landscape, sharing the hard truths that many investors overlook—and the questions you should be asking before committing your capital.

Drawing from his experience transitioning from hands-on landlord to high-level capital raiser, Andrew explains why less than 1% of the deals he reviews meet his standards—and what that means for everyday investors.

What you'll learn:

How to identify red flags in syndication opportunities

What a sponsor's track record really tells you

Common misalignments between sponsors and investors

Practical tools to evaluate deals with confidence

Strategies to protect yourself from predatory structures

This conversation is a valuable resource for making informed, aligned investment decisions.

Connect with Andrew at: https://www.equitycheck.com/

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Taxes aren't just an expense — they're a powerful tool in your real estate investing arsenal. In this episode, host Michael Albaum sits down with seasoned CPA and real estate tax strategist Matt MacFarland of Keystone CPA — co-author of Tax Strategies for the Savvy Real Estate Investor and Advanced Tax Strategies: Cracking the Code for Savvy Investors. Matt breaks down how smart tax planning can help investors legally minimize their tax burden, maximize returns, and even offset W-2 income — potentially saving thousands each year.

What We Cover

How to maximize deductions and keep more cash in your pocket

The power of bonus depreciation and cost segregation studies

Hidden tax perks of house hacking and short-term rentals

How to structure deals for tax efficiency and long-term gain

Upcoming legislative changes that could impact your investments.

With over 25 years of experience, Matt breaks it down simply.

🌐 Connect with Matt: https://www.keystonecpa.com/

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