The stock market’s ups and downs, the uncertainty of the economy, and inflation have many investors on edge, searching for something stable. But for those who know how to play it right, real estate has always stood out as a reliable option.

So, what’s the trick to making it work, especially when times are tough?

Here’s the thing: there’s never really a bad time to invest in real estate—just bad strategies. A good deal is always a good deal, no matter what’s happening around you. Take Joel Miller, for example. He started investing in 1978, a time when double-digit mortgage rates and sky-high inflation were enough to make most people think twice. But Joel’s experience proves that real estate can thrive in any market, as long as you know what you're doing.

Real estate is the most forgiving investment vehicle there is. Unlike stocks or indexes, it puts more control in your hands, and there’s always a way to make your money back (if you picked a good deal).

And that’s huge when you’re trying to navigate uncertain times.

So, is now the right time to invest? According to Joel, it’s always the right time if you find the right deal. The market may shift, but if you hold onto a property long enough, there’s usually a way to make it work.

In this episode, I sit down with Joel Miller, a real estate veteran with over four decades of experience. Joel talks about his new book, Build Wealth In Real Estate And Enjoy The Journey, the wisdom he’s gained in his investing career and how you can spot good opportunities, no matter the market conditions.

Things You’ll Learn In This Episode

-Knowledge vs. wisdom

If you want to have a long investing career, knowing all the best strategies isn’t enough. What are some of the basic accounting mistakes investors make that tank their businesses?

-Don’t wish for better rates, wish for better deals

Even in the worst markets, there’s never a bad time to invest in real estate, but there are bad strategies. What rule should govern whether or not we do a deal?

-The problem with low interest rates

Many people wish for the super low interest rates we had a few years ago, but here’s the thing: they weren’t normal or good for the economy. Why are today’s interest rates better?

-Real estate: the most forgiving investing vehicle

In real estate investing, you can make a mistake and still find a way to make your money back. How does that differ from other investments?

Guest Bio

Joel Miller is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, mentor and author of Build Wealth In Real Estate And Enjoy The Journey. After obtaining a BA in accounting, Joel has been investing in rental properties since 1978 and flipping houses since 1991. He has served in numerous leadership roles in his professional and personal circles, and he teaches real estate investing at both the beginner and advanced levels. He is also a hard money lender to other investors as well as a trusted mentor, author, podcast guest, and benefactor to his community. To get a copy of the book, visit https://www.joelmillerbooks.com/.

About Your Host

From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America’s #1 Money Mentor. With a core belief that success is built not by the resources you have, but by how resourceful you can be. Chris has built and owned 19 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, House Hunters, and his very own HGTV pilot in 2018. He is currently founder of The Money School™, and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier.

His success also includes managing tens of millions of dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and in real estate transactions. As an innovator and visionary in wealth-building and real estate, he empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works.

Chris is also a nationally recognized speaker, author, and podcast host. He has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans delivering the financial knowledge that fuels lasting freedom.

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