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  • How to Pick a Loan Servicing Company for Your Note Business

    How to Pick a Loan Servicing Company for Your Note Business
    Jun 27 2025
    Are you a note investor wondering how to pick the best loan servicing company? In this episode of the Note Closers Show, Scott Carson reveals his top 5 keys to successful loan servicing and helps you avoid common pitfalls. From licensing and minimums to service support and communication, learn how to navigate the loan servicing landscape and protect your investments.Here's what you'll discover:When to Hire a Servicing Company: Learn when you need to hire a loan servicing company.Red Flags: Self-Servicing: Understand the risks of self-servicing and why third-party servicers are often preferable.Retaining Existing Servicers: How to keep the same servicer for seamless transitions.Licensing Importance: Why ensuring your servicer is licensed in the relevant states is crucial.What To Look For In a Servicer: Navigating the Loan Servicing Landscape.Avoiding Bad Servicers: Learn how a bad servicer made a 50% reinstatement rate.Servicing Options: Uncover a myriad of servicing options available to note investors.Servicing Company Requirements What to Expect When Hiring.Minimums: Avoiding servicing companies with high minimums and monthly bills.Service and Support: The importance of good service, a quality support team, and how to evaluate it.Cost Analysis: How fees and billing practices, can impact your note portfolio.Direct Communication: Learn about the importance of direct communication with servicing counsel.Managing Non-Performing Notes: Strategies for handling non-performing notes with a servicing company.Adjusting Payment Schedules: Adjusting how payments are made on your servicing schedule.The Importance of VA's: Why having a VA is the way to go with managing non-performing notes.Common Mistakes: Discover common challenges and setbacks when working with servicing companies.Firing Your Servicer: When to fire a servicer.Conclusion:Don't let bad loan servicing sink your note portfolio! This episode gives you the knowledge to choose a reliable servicing company and maximize your ROI. Contact me today and let's get you closing!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes PinterestGet signed up for the Next Virtual Note Buying Workshop Now!
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    30 min
  • Why Our Note Coaching Program is the Best Out There!

    Why Our Note Coaching Program is the Best Out There!
    Jun 25 2025
    In this candid episode of the Note Closers Show, Scott Carson dives into the value of one-on-one coaching for note investors. He shares why their coaching program stands out and delivers results, focusing on closing deals and generating profits. Discover the key elements that separate effective coaching from empty promises and find out if one-on-one coaching is right for you.Here's what you'll discover:The Power of Closing Deals: Why focusing on closing notes matters more than just "talking" about them.Real-World Apprenticeship Experience: How Scott's early experiences shaped his coaching philosophy.Abundance of Opportunities: Debunking the myth that there aren't enough notes available for investing.Marketing is Key: Why marketing skills are essential for finding profitable note deals.Hands-On Coaching: The benefits of direct, personalized guidance and hand-holding through the deal process.Rock-Bottom Pricing: How direct connections and relationships lead to better note prices.Access to Asset Managers: Gaining access to a network of banks, servicers, and hedge funds.Raising Private Capital: Guidance and resources for raising capital from private investors.Coaching Program Structure: How the three-day workshop and 10 weeks of coaching calls are structured for success.Customized Strategies: The importance of tailoring coaching to individual strengths and weaknesses.Success Stories: Real examples of coaching students closing deals and achieving significant returns.Direct Communication: How you can communicate with Scott Carson via cell phone, email, and text.Avoiding Bad Deals: How one-on-one coaching acts as a safety net to help you avoid unprofitable investments.Homework and Accountability: The expectations and dedication required for success in the program.Coaching Program Investment: The investment for the coaching program along with payment options and flexible payment plans.Conclusion:Ready to stop talking about note investing and start closing deals? This episode is your guide to understanding the value of effective one-on-one coaching and whether it's the right path for you. Check the links below to book a call and explore your potential!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest
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    16 min
  • When Is a Note Deal Too Skinny?

    When Is a Note Deal Too Skinny?
    Jun 24 2025
    In this episode of the Note Closers Show, Scott Carson dives deep into the world of note investing and reveals the secrets to identifying profitable deals! Learn how to avoid "skinny deals" that can drain your resources and maximize your return on investment. Whether you're a seasoned note investor or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable insights.Here's what you'll discover:Understanding "Skinny Deals": Learn what makes a note deal too risky to pursue.Calculating Your Money Costs: Discover why knowing your money costs is crucial before making any offers.Funding Strategies: Get insights on lining up funding sources and avoiding deal cancellations.Real-Life Deal Analysis: A student's first lien deal is analyzed in Oklahoma as an example.Reverse Mortgage Considerations: Understand the unique aspects of investing in reverse mortgages.Foreclosure Timelines: Learn how to factor in foreclosure timelines for different states (specifically Oklahoma).Auction Strategies: Tips on when to bid at auction and what to expect.Property Valuation: Accurately estimating property value and repair costs.ROI Calculation: Calculating return on investment and the pros and cons of using investor money.The importance of interior and exterior inspectionsP&I Payments: How to analyze Principal and Interest payments and identify potential pitfalls.Marketing to IRA Investors: Strategies for outbound marketing and building investor relationships.Property Rehab Considerations: Balancing rehab costs with potential profits.Market Analysis: Florida example of understanding current market dynamics and avoiding overvalued assets.Conclusion:Don't get caught in a skinny deal! Tune in to learn how to run the numbers, understand the market, and build a successful note investing strategy. Check the links below for resources and note buying workshop details!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest
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    21 min
  • $100K Profit - From Note to REO: Cal Ewing's Six-Figure Success Story

    $100K Profit - From Note to REO: Cal Ewing's Six-Figure Success Story
    Jun 19 2025

    Welcome to the newest episode of The Note Closers Show! This week, Scott Carson welcomes back Cal Ewing to discuss his first six-figure deal - a non-performing note in Round Rock, Texas that transformed into a REO success story. Cal shares invaluable insights on note investing, working with private lenders, and turning lemons into lemonade.


    Key Discussion Points:

    • Deal Overview: Learn about the property, the borrower's situation, and the initial note purchase from a hedge fund at 63 cents on the dollar.
    • Exit Strategy: Discover how Cal used a deed in lieu of foreclosure, providing the borrower with $75,000 to relocate to an assisted living facility.
    • Private Lending: Understand how Cal leveraged a private lender in Utah to fund both the note purchase and subsequent rehab.
    • Rehab Process: Gain insights into the $53,000 rehab, including a new roof, and Scott's hands-on assistance to keep costs down.
    • Legal Considerations: Learn how Cal navigated IRS liens and judgments on the property.
    • Insurance Claim: Understand how the team worked on the forced place insurance on the property.
    • ROI: Discover the impressive 72% annualized ROI Cal achieved in just eight months!
    • Mentorship: Learn about the importance of mentorship in note investing and getting coaching from someone that is doing what you're trying to do.
    • Actionable Advice: Learn how taking action daily can allow you to reach your financial goals.


    This episode is packed with actionable advice for note investors of all levels. Cal's story highlights the power of mentorship, creative problem-solving, and a commitment to helping borrowers. Tune in to learn how to turn non-performing notes into win-win situations.


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    47 min
  • Real Estate Investing: How to Get Funding When Banks Say No with Wendy Shultz

    Real Estate Investing: How to Get Funding When Banks Say No with Wendy Shultz
    Jun 18 2025
    Welcome to The Note Closers Show! In this episode, Scott Carson interviews Wendy Shultz, a funding specialist at Preferred Funding Group, to discuss alternative funding options for real estate investors and startups. Wendy shares valuable insights into securing business funding and lines of credit, even when traditional banks say no.Key Discussion Points:Alternative Funding Explained: Understand what "alternative funding space" means and how it benefits startups without the time in business or revenue needed for traditional bank loans.Loan Programs: Discover personal unsecured fixed-term loans based on credit and personal income, as well as business credit cards requiring an entity and EIN.Qualification Criteria: Learn the credit score and income requirements for loan approval (minimum 680 credit score and $50,000 adjusted gross income).Loan Amounts and Interest Rates: Get insights into potential loan amounts (up to $500,000) and interest rate ranges (9% to 15% for term loans).Business Credit Cards: Understand the specifics of business credit cards, including 0% introductory periods and credit card stacking strategies.Application Process: Find out about the simple online application process, required documents (credit report, tax returns), and pre-qualification steps.Cost Structure: Understand the success-based fee structure (15% of the raised capital) with no upfront fees or down payments.Ideal Clients: Learn about the types of businesses that benefit most, including real estate investors, food trucks, pet services, and those looking to buy a business.Geographic Reach: Understand Wendy's reach across the United States and Puerto Rico.Funding Timeline: Get insights into the time it takes to get pre-qualified.This episode provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the alternative funding landscape. Whether you're a real estate investor, a startup, or looking to expand your business, Wendy's expertise offers actionable strategies to secure the funding you need. Tune in to learn how to leverage your credit and personal income to unlock new opportunities.Wendy Schulz is a funding specialist at Preferred Funding Group. She has been in the alternative funding space for several years, assisting clients, including startups, in obtaining unsecured loans. Her passion is assisting clients who are not able to get a loan in the business's name due to insufficient time and/or revenue in business.Apply For Your Loan HERE!Pull Your Credit Report HERE for $1Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes PinterestGet Signed Up For the WCN Membership HERE!
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    24 min
  • The Vulcan Mind Meld of A.I. Note Training

    The Vulcan Mind Meld of A.I. Note Training
    Jun 16 2025
    Feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of note investing information? This episode introduces Zyotag, a revolutionary tool designed to cut through the noise and give you instant access to the exact answers you need! Scott Carson and Zyotag CEO Jeff Paul discuss how this "Vulcan Mind Meld" approach is transforming note investing, making complex topics digestible and actionable. Scott then talks about how this compares to the "note investing for dummies" talks he used to give many years ago, as well as how this revolutionizes the amount of time you might need to look for answers..Detailed Points Covered:The Information Overload Problem: How the sheer volume of available note investing content (videos, podcasts, articles) creates "video search fatigue" and hinders learning.Zyotag's Solution: Instant Access to Key Information: Learn how Zyotag uses AI to create a searchable, categorized index of videos, providing instant access to specific answers, chapters, timestamps, and even downloadable transcripts."Cliff Notes for Videos": Discover how Zyotag summarizes video content, allowing users to quickly grasp key concepts and make informed decisions about which sections to watch.Real-World Applications: University Adoption: Hear how universities like Gonzaga and USC use Zyotag to enhance their curriculum, allowing students to easily navigate recorded lectures and find answers to specific questions.Easy topic searching Discover how the tool lets you quickly and efficiently search topics within note spaces.How It Enhances Learning and Saves Time: Learn how Zyotag can dramatically reduce research time, allowing investors to focus on deal analysis and execution, which is the main point of your investing.$97 Membership Value: Tapes, Training, 1000 of videosKey Insights:How Zyotag is is almost like “what would Siri do, but for note investors?”"You have to go from drinking from a fire hydrant to drinking from a glass, with ease". This means being able to quickly and seamlessly learn everything that you can." Where is that content from? It all boils down to the podcast, and how can that content be more digestible"." How to quickly go through topics in the note space". Discover how to easily navigate these spaces.Resources:Note Umbrella: noteumbrella.comWe Close Notes: weclosenotes.comYoutube: youtube.com/weclosenotesPodcast: The Note Closers ShowThe Vulcan Note Guy is Here!This show can provide you a "Vulcan Mind Meld". This is not your basic, typical video, you can go now and buy everything that you need to know about success within this type of video! This is for you, this is made for you. Click this video, NOW.Resources:Note Umbrella: noteumbrella.comWe Close Notes: weclosenotes.comYoutube: youtube.com/weclosenotesPodcast: The Note Closers ShowWatch the Original VIDEO HERE!TRY OUT THE NOTE AI TOOL HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes PinterestGet Signed Up For the WCN Membership HERE!
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    23 min
  • Reverse Mortgage Investing: Turn Distressed Properties into Cash with This Strategy

    Reverse Mortgage Investing: Turn Distressed Properties into Cash with This Strategy
    Jun 10 2025
    Hey, Note Closers! In this episode of The Note Closer Show, Scott Carson dives deep into the world of reverse mortgages and how to potentially profit from them! Scott walks through the process of evaluating a tape of 52 reverse mortgages, offering insights into identifying deals, assessing property values, and understanding the foreclosure process in different states. Learn how to analyze potential profits, estimate rehab costs, and navigate the complexities of HUD and BPOs. Whether you're a seasoned note investor or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable information to help you make informed decisions.Here's What You'll Discover:Reverse Mortgage Overview: Understand the basics of reverse mortgages, including how they work, why they default, and the potential equity involved.Tape Analysis: Learn how to analyze a tape of reverse mortgages, including key data points like BPO, estimated full payoff, and foreclosure status.State-Specific Foreclosure Processes: Discover the differences in foreclosure timelines between states like Oklahoma and North Carolina and how that impacts your investment strategy.Valuation & Rehab: Strategies for evaluating property values, estimating rehab costs, and determining if a property is worth foreclosing on vs. selling as-is.BPO & Due Diligence: The importance of obtaining Broker Price Opinions (BPOs) and conducting thorough due diligence, including title reports and interior inspections.Profit Calculation: Walk through calculating potential profits, considering factors like money costs, closing costs, and potential returns at foreclosure auctions.Property Examples: Review of real property examples, including analysis of estimated values and rehab estimatesThe 8-9 reverse mortgages that look attractive.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so that you are the first to know about new episodes and note investing strategies!Conclusion:Evaluating reverse mortgages can be overwhelming. In this episode, Scott breaks it all down to make it manageable. Make sure to perform the due diligence to determine a property's real potential!Map of the NotesWatch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest
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    49 min
  • Unlock the Secrets Of Scaling Real Estate: Building A $5 Billion Note Empire With Hillary Vitovsky

    Unlock the Secrets Of Scaling Real Estate: Building A $5 Billion Note Empire With Hillary Vitovsky
    Jun 5 2025

    Ever wonder what it takes to go from a $40 tax deed to managing a $5 billion real estate portfolio? This episode unveils the incredible journey of Hillary Vitovsky, the visionary founder and CEO of SAMI (Strategic Asset Management Intelligence). A true "OG" in real estate, Hillary shares her unparalleled experience across finance, law, construction, and real estate, including insights from managing over 26,000 assets! Learn how she navigated the shift from 9-to-5 to real estate mogul, the critical lessons learned from scaling a hedge fund, and why technology is the future of note investing. Discover the "gold in the cracks" of today's market and how to avoid common pitfalls that bleed profits. If you're ready to revolutionize your real estate game, this is an episode you can't miss!


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    42 min