The Investor Shed Podcast

S6E12: Eleven Reasons to Own Rentals

In this episode of the Investor Shed Podcast, hosts Nick Beveridge (real estate agent & investor) and Jeremy Kitchen (hard money lender) dive deep into why rental properties remain one of the most powerful wealth-building tools — even in today's market. We cover 11 powerful reasons (plus a bonus #12 on stacked returns) why owning long-term rentals makes sense for real estate investors, agents, and small business owners: 1. Steady passive income (with extras like laundry, storage, or future Airbnb potential) 2. Property appreciation — North Idaho has historically outpaced inflation 3. Massive tax advantages (deductions, depreciation, and real estate professional benefits) 4. Easy leverage using other people's money (banks love collateralizing real estate) 5. Built-in inflation hedge — fixed-rate debt + rising rents over time 6. Portfolio diversification and recession resilience (rentals often perform well when stocks tank) 7. Full control & customization over your asset (upgrades, tenants, pricing) 8. Automatic equity building through amortization (tenants pay down your mortgage) 9. Generational wealth & legacy planning (easy transfer, step-up basis) 10. Strong demand & resilience in economic shifts (people always need housing + Section 8 options) 11. Personal growth, business savvy, and community impact as a landlord Bonus #12: Stacked returns — see how low cash-flow rentals can deliver 20-30%+ effective ROI in year 1 when you layer cash flow + principal paydown + appreciation + tax savings We get real about the challenges (tenants, capex, management), but explain how property managers, systems, and selective buying make rentals truly semi-passive. Perfect for anyone building long-term wealth in real estate — whether you're in North Idaho or looking for referral opportunities nationwide. If you're a real estate investor tired of hearing "rentals don't cash flow anymore," an agent wanting smarter conversations with clients, or a small business owner exploring diversification — this episode is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 - Holiday vibes & getting back to real estate 03:51 - Sponsor shoutout: Penny Bees Soap (use code SHED for 10% off!) 08:36 - Why rentals still win long-term 11:00+ - The full 11 reasons + stacked returns breakdown Join the conversation in the comments: What's your #1 reason for owning (or wanting to own) rentals? Subscribe for more real estate investing strategies, market updates, and no-BS advice tailored to investors, agents, and entrepreneurs. 🔗 Connect with us: Official YouTube Podcast Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed [https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed] Nick Beveridge's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge [https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge] Real Estate Website: northidahorei.com [http://northidahorei.com] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/ [https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/] Join our free mastermind... while it lasts at: https://www.skool.com/investor-shed-mastermind-3760/about?ref=3954156a8a584514a27931cc84f33c46 [https://www.skool.com/investor-shed-mastermind-3760/about?ref=3954156a8a584514a27931cc84f33c46]

S6E11: How I Built My Real Estate Org Chart for Max Asset Protection + Roth IRA LLC Secrets

In this episode of the Investor Shed Podcast, hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen dive deep into real-world asset protection and estate planning for real estate investors. Nick shares his actual organizational chart (org chart) — a multi-layered structure featuring a revocable living trust at the top, a Wyoming LLC for charging order protection, multiple Idaho LLCs holding rentals, flips, and an RV park, plus a self-directed Roth IRA LLC for alternative investments. Key topics covered: * Why your personal residence stays in the revocable living trust (not an LLC) — preserve homestead exemption, capital gains exclusion ($250k/$500k), avoid due-on-sale clauses & insurance issues * Wyoming LLC as a holding company: Strongest charging order protection (even for single-member LLCs), shields personal assets from business liabilities and vice versa * How many properties per LLC? Limiting equity exposure (~$250k per entity) to contain risk * Operating LLCs for flips, agent commissions, and partnerships — separating active income (flips/commissions) from passive rentals * Self-directed Roth IRA LLC setup: Rules, benefits for real estate investing, non-recourse loans, prohibited transactions to avoid * When to set up a revocable living trust (sooner than you think!), easy amendments, annual reviews, successor trustees, and life insurance integration for legacy building * Privacy vs. control trade-offs, why Nick is the registered agent on most entities, and lessons from real attorney advice (shoutout to Matt Swartzen!) * Bonus rants: Holiday prime rib confusion, flip horror stories, buyer blame culture, and why simplicity sometimes wins over max tax write-offs this episode gives practical, customizable ideas to organize your portfolio, minimize lawsuits/creditors, and simplify estate planning. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Holiday Banter 03:00 - Asset Protection & Org Chart Overview 10:00 - Revocable Living Trust Basics 15:00 - Why NOT Put Your Personal Home in an LLC 19:00 - Wyoming Holding LLC + Idaho Property LLCs 24:00 - Flips, Partnerships & Dissolving Old LLCs 31:00 - Operating LLCs for Commissions & Expenses 36:00 - Self-Directed Roth IRA LLC for Real Estate 39:00 - Successor Trustees, Updates & Life Insurance Tips 46:00 - Wrap-Up & Viewer Action Items If you're serious about protecting your real estate empire and planning for the future, watch now and start building your own org chart! 🔗 Connect with us: Official YouTube Podcast Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed [https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed] Nick Beveridge's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge [https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge] Real Estate Website: northidahorei.com [http://northidahorei.com] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/ [https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/] #RealEstateInvesting #AssetProtection #LLCSetup #WyomingLLC

S6E10: Networking for Real Estate Investors – Who to Trust, Who to Avoid & Why Meetups Still Matter

Real estate investors, agents, flippers, and entrepreneurs – don’t skip this one! Hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen tackle the controversial advice floating around: Should new investors avoid networking events and meetups because of “gurus” and sales pitches? Key takeaways: Networking is STILL one of the fastest ways to build deals, find partners, lenders, contractors, and off-market opportunities Your network = your net worth – connections solve problems faster and open doors you didn’t know existed Not all advice is equal: Vet who you listen to (experience matters more than loud online opinions) Go with purpose: Have a “shopping list” (e.g., need a roofer? Hard money? Private lender?) so you’re selling YOUR needs, not just being sold Red flags vs. reality: Con artists exist everywhere (even Costco!), but most people at meetups are genuinely helpful – focus on building real relationships Success stories: Deals closed, partnerships formed, problems solved – all from showing up consistently Pro tip: You’re either selling or being sold – walk in intentional, leave with wins Perfect for beginners wondering where to start and veterans sharpening their edge. Networking isn’t dead – it’s your unfair advantage! #RealEstateNetworking #InvestorMeetups #RealEstateInvesting #WhoToTrust #AvoidGurus #BuildYourNetwork #NetWorthNetwork #OffMarketDeals #PrivateMoney #HardMoneyLending #RealEstatePartnerships #NorthIdahoRealEstate #CoeurdAlene #PostFalls #Rathdrum #Sandpoint #Spokane #RealEstateAgents #HouseFlipping #InvestorTips #EntrepreneurMindset 🔗 Connect with us: Official YouTube Podcast Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed [https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed] Nick Beveridge's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge [https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge] Real Estate Website: northidahorei.com [http://northidahorei.com] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/ [https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/] Join our FREE Investor Shed Mastermind (weekly calls for real estate investors – while it lasts!): https://www.skool.com/investor-shed-mastermind-3760/about?ref=3954156a8a584514a27931cc84f33c46 [https://www.skool.com/investor-shed-mastermind-3760/about?ref=3954156a8a584514a27931cc84f33c46] Watch now and level up your network in 2026! 🚀 (Shoutout to North Idaho Steam Cleaning – “It’s the steam that gets it clean!”)

S6E9: Set It and Forget It – Automate Your Investing for 2026 & Beyond 🏦🤖

Start 2026 strong with hands-off wealth building! Hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen break down simple, automated strategies to invest consistently without the stress – perfect for busy real estate investors, agents, flippers, and entrepreneurs who hate micromanaging finances. Episode highlights: Rental Properties on Autopilot: Hire a property manager (6-10% fee) to handle tenants, repairs, screening, bills – turn “tenants & toilets” headaches into true passive income Automatic Stock Investing: Set recurring buys in apps like Robinhood (VOO/Vanguard S&P 500 tracker) – Nick just started $25/week on Mondays (historically the best day for dips!) Dollar-Cost Averaging Magic: Small daily/weekly investments (e.g., $2–5/day in Tesla, S&P, bonds) compound massively – $25/week in S&P could grow to ~$22K in 10 years (historical avg.) Acorns & Round-Ups: Automatically invest spare change from debit purchases + set recurring deposits – Jeremy’s grown thousands without noticing Roth/IRA Automation: Max contributions ($7,500 in 2026) via weekly transfers – self-directed options let you invest in real estate deals too Credit Card Rewards: Use Bitcoin/cash-back cards responsibly (pay off monthly!) for “free” automatic crypto/stock investments Mindset shift: Reduce money available for “stupid stuff” – force savings/investing first for emotional + financial wins Pro tips: Start small – even $5/week you won’t miss adds up huge over time Mondays historically outperform for buys (2–3% edge per decade) Balance fun spending with automation – life’s too short for zero treats! Ideal for anyone wanting passive real estate income, stock growth, or retirement building without daily effort. #PassiveInvesting #SetItAndForgetIt #RealEstateInvesting #RentalProperties #PropertyManagement #AutomaticInvesting #DollarCostAveraging #RothIRA #SP500 #VOO #AcornsApp #BitcoinRewards #FinancialAutomation #WealthBuilding #NorthIdahoRealEstate #RealEstateAgents #HouseFlipping #InvestorMindset #EntrepreneurLife #2026Goals 🔗 Connect with us: Official YouTube Podcast Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed [https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed] Nick Beveridge's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge [https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge] Real Estate Website: northidahorei.com [http://northidahorei.com] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/ [https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/] Join our FREE Investor Shed Mastermind (weekly calls for real estate investors – while it lasts!): https://www.skool.com/investor-shed-mastermind-3760/about?ref=3954156a8a584514a27931cc84f33c46 [https://www.skool.com/investor-shed-mastermind-3760/about?ref=3954156a8a584514a27931cc84f33c46] Watch now and automate your way to wealth in 2026! 🚀💸 (Shoutout to North Idaho Steam Cleaning – “It’s the steam that gets it clean!”)

S6E8: Marketing Secrets for Real Estate Investors in 2026 – Direct Mail, Lead Gen & Scaling Deals

Hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen dive deep into marketing strategies for real estate investors, wholesalers, flippers, and agents in North Idaho. This episode is packed with actionable insights if you're tired of relying only on referrals, meetups, or wholesalers and want to take control of your deal flow! Key highlights: Nick & his partner Joe are launching aggressive direct mail marketing in 2026 (targeting 7 specific zip codes around Coeur d’Alene – avoiding heavy competition zones like downtown) Committing $14–15K over 6 months (~$2.5K/month) to a proven BiggerPockets-recommended company that handles: Targeted mailers to motivated sellers (distressed, behind on payments, etc.) Professional call screening & appointment setting Delivering warm leads straight to their calendars Goal: 1 off-market deal per month (12+ flips in 2026) – partnering 50/50 on acquisitions, cosmetic/light rehabs, quick turns Using the classic 70% rule (70% of After-Repair Value minus rehab costs) to make offers – no wholesaler fee means they can pay more than most wholesalers and still win deals. Backup plan: List as agents on MLS or quick clean-up + sell as “investor special” (no wholesaling headaches) Why outsource? They hate the “busy work” of mailers, list building, and endless phone screening – now they just show up prepared for appointments Jeremy’s 2026 focus: Double revenue in real estate photography/media, niche down, optimize operations, and explore teaching others the business side (marketing, pricing, client acquisition) Perfect for: Real estate investors wanting consistent off-market deals Flippers tired of relying on wholesalers Agents looking to feed their own pipeline Anyone scaling lead generation without burning out Marketing truth bombs from the episode: Direct mail still works (especially in less-saturated zip codes) Consistency beats perfection – outsource the grind! Leads take time (6-month funnel build) – patience + skills = wins Competition is healthy – best offer + best service wins Law of reciprocity: Give value freely and it comes back tenfold #RealEstateInvesting #DirectMailMarketing #Wholesaling #HouseFlipping #OffMarketDeals #RealEstateMarketing #InvestorLeads #NorthIdahoRealEstate #CoeurdAlene #PostFalls #Rathdrum #SpiritLake #Sandpoint #Spokane #RealEstateAgents #FixAndFlip #MotivatedSellers #70PercentRule #LeadGeneration #BusinessScaling #EntrepreneurTips #RealEstatePodcast 🔗 Connect with us: Official YouTube Podcast Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed [https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed] Nick Beveridge's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge [https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge] Real Estate Website: northidahorei.com [http://northidahorei.com] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/ [https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/] Join our FREE Investor Shed Mastermind (weekly calls for real estate investors – while it lasts!): https://www.skool.com/investor-shed-mastermind-3760/about?ref=3954156a8a584514a27931cc84f33c46 [https://www.skool.com/investor-shed-mastermind-3760/about?ref=3954156a8a584514a27931cc84f33c46] Watch now and start building your 2026 deal machine! 🏠🚀 (Shoutout to North Idaho Steam Cleaning – “It’s the steam that gets it clean!”)