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Note Night in America

Note Night in America

By: The "Note Guy" Scott Carson
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Unlock Six Figures & Beyond in Distressed Debt Investing.

Welcome to "Note Night in America," the essential weekly podcast for savvy real estate investors worldwide! Every Monday night, a global community tunes in live with host Scott Carson, CEO of WeCloseNotes.com, to master the niche world of note investing and distressed debt.

Since 2010, Scott has mentored the "Who's Who" in the note industry, helping investors close on thousands of deals and providing the specific coaching needed to build a successful real estate business.

What We Cover (Topics & Keywords):

  • Finding Deals: Learn insider tips and tricks for sourcing nonperforming, performing, residential, commercial, owner-financed, or institutional paper.
  • Raising Capital: Master the art of private funding, including strategies for finding Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA) investors using county record hacks.
  • Marketing: Effective strategies for marketing your business to attract sellers and capital partners.
  • Workouts & Due Diligence: Navigate complex situations like foreclosures, loan modifications, and legal compliance.
  • Expert Interviews: Weekly interviews with attorneys, loan servicers, vendors, and top industry experts.
  • Motivation & Mindset: The mental toughness required for entrepreneurial success and making six figures and beyond.

Meet Your Host: Scott Carson

A 20-plus year veteran as a real estate investor and entrepreneur, Scott is a multiple award winning educator and podcaster, and a media favorite, featured in The Wall Street Journal, Inc.com, Investors Business Daily, and hundreds of conferences, podcasts, and real estate clubs across the country. He brings honest, no-bull experience to help you reduce your learning curve and maximize the learning process.

Join the Tribe:

  • Listen Live: Register for the live weekly webinar at http://NoteNightinAmerica.com.
  • Scott's AI Clone: Ask questions and get answers at http://ScottClone.com
  • Watch Replays: Catch video episodes at http://WeCloseNotes.tv.
  • Free Book: Download Scott's free book at noteblueprint.com.
  • Connect: Schedule a one-on-one call with Scott at http://TalkWithScottCarson.com.

Subscribe now and start your journey to financial freedom through debt investing!

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Episodes
  • BONUS: How To Tap Into Our Nationwide Vendors For Your Deal Due Diligence
    Mar 25 2026

    Stop Chasing Vendors and Start Closing Deals

    Are you tired of spending more time vetting vendors than you do analyzing deals? In the fast-moving 2026 real estate market, your success is defined by the strength of your team and the speed of your due diligence. Whether you are closing your first note or managing a portfolio of hundreds, having a reliable "boots on the ground" network is the difference between a high-yield win and a costly mistake. In this episode, we are pulling back the curtain on a massive national database of experts—honed over 25 years in the industry—to help you streamline your workflow and keep your overhead low.


    Key Topics & Takeaways

    • Comprehensive Due Diligence Outsourcing: We are rolling out a "one-stop shop" for the essential tasks that often bog down investors. From pulling Broker Price Opinions (BPOs) and conducting thorough title work to skip tracing and lead generation, you can now leverage an established infrastructure to handle the heavy lifting across all 50 states.
    • National Reach with Local Expertise: While Texas remains a powerhouse for investment, our network extends far beyond Austin. We discuss how to access localized experts—including mobile notaries, realtors, and title reps—who understand the specific nuances of their markets, ensuring your due diligence is accurate and culturally relevant to the asset’s location.
    • Cost-Efficiency and Competitive Pricing: One of the biggest hurdles for individual investors is the high cost of retail due diligence services. We break down how our leveraged relationships allow us to provide these professional services at a fraction of the cost you might be paying elsewhere, directly impacting your bottom line and increasing your ROI on every deal.
    • A Call for Quality Vendors: This isn't just for buyers. If you are a real estate professional—a realtor, BPO agent, or service provider—we are actively looking to expand our referral network. We discuss how quality vendors can integrate into our ecosystem to provide value to a growing community of active note and REO investors.
    • Personalized Strategy Sessions: Moving into the final stretch of the year, we are offering direct consultations to help you compare your current due diligence costs. By booking a strategy call, you can identify exactly where you are overpaying and how to refine your systems to ensure you are ready to "kick ass" through the rest of 2026.


    Your Path to the Top Starts with a Phone Call

    The year is already moving at lightning speed, and there is no room for "lazy" systems in a competitive market. If you want to close more deals with less stress, it is time to tap into a proven network of professionals who are dedicated to your success. Don't let paperwork and vendor management hold you back from the lifestyle you've been building. Watch the full video to see how these new services can transform your business, then head over to book your strategy session. Let’s work together to make the rest of 2026 your most profitable chapter yet. We’ll see you at the top!


    Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!


    Book a Call With Scott HERE!


    Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!

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    10 mins
  • The "Bank" Model: Investing in Performing Contracts for Deed and Mortgages
    Mar 24 2026
    Your Opportunity to Become the Bank Welcome back to Note Night in America! We are kicking off 2026 with an exclusive look at a fresh "cherry-pickable" tape featuring 47 unique assets across the country. If you’ve been looking for a way to put "lazy" assets to work or grow your Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA) with double-digit returns, this is the breakdown you’ve been waiting for. We aren't just looking at spreadsheets; we are diving into the actual photos, neighborhoods, and equity positions of these properties so you can bid with confidence. Detailed Key Topics & TakeawaysDiverse Asset Mix Across 15+ States: This tape includes a strategic mixture of performing mortgages and Contracts for Deed (CFDs) in states like Florida, Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee, and Missouri. Many of these assets are owner-occupied with significant "emotional equity," meaning the borrowers have a strong incentive to stay and keep paying. The Power of Small Balance Investing: One of the most exciting aspects of this tape is the availability of assets with lower unpaid balances (UPB)—some in the $10k to $50k range. These are perfect for individual investors who want to buy for their own portfolios without the complexity of splitting equity with funding partners. Targeting High-Yield Returns: While the seller is generally looking for around 75% of the UPB, there is room to negotiate on smaller balances to ensure a legitimate return of 12% to 16%. We break down how to calculate these yields to ensure your investment meets your financial goals. Due Diligence and Visual Analysis: We’ve gone beyond the data to provide current photos for roughly 40 of the 47 properties. This visual breakdown allows you to assess the "pride of ownership"—looking for new roofs, landscaping, and well-maintained exteriors—before you ever spend money on a BPO or title search. Professional Bidding Etiquette: We emphasize a "no joker broker" policy. This session teaches you how to act as a professional investor, bidding for your own portfolio rather than trying to middle-man deals, which ensures you maintain a strong reputation with sellers and funds. Take Action Before the Deadline:The note market in 2026 is moving fast, and fresh tapes like this don't stay available for long. Whether you are interested in the fast eviction process of an Indiana Contract for Deed or the steady cash flow of a performing Florida mortgage, the time to conduct your due diligence is now. Watch the full breakdown to see the specific asset details, and make sure your bids are submitted by the Wednesday deadline to get priority. Don't just watch from the sidelines—go make some offers and start building your legacy as a lender! Watch the original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call with Scott HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join Note Night in America community today:WeCloseNotes.comScott Carson FacebookScott Carson TwitterScott Carson LinkedInNote Night in America YouTubeNote Night in America VimeoScott Carson InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Mastering AI-Driven Content Marketing: A Real Estate Investor’s Secret Sauce with Logan Hassinger
    Mar 17 2026
    Stop Chasing Algorithms and Start Answering Questions: The New Era of Content Marketing

    Introduction


    In an era where traditional advertising costs are skyrocketing, and organic social media reach is plummeting to less than 2%, how does a small business owner or real estate investor stand out? The "old way"—dumping thousands of dollars into Google Ads or mindlessly boosting Facebook posts—is increasingly resulting in a big fat zero for ROI. Enter Logan Hassinger, a real estate investor turned marketing maven who has cracked the code on "omnipresence." By leveraging AI to create deep, answer-based content, Logan has transformed how local businesses dominate their niches without the "school of hard knocks" price tag.


    5 Key Topics Covered in This Episode

    • The Myth of Social Media Dominance: Many entrepreneurs focus 100% of their effort on platforms like Facebook, unaware that less than 2% of their followers actually see their content. True growth comes from diversifying where your brand lives.
    • The Power of Answer-Based Content: Search engines like Google are "dying for content" that provides direct answers to specific consumer pain points. Instead of broad trends, focus on specific questions like "Why is my AC making a clicking noise?" to capture high-intent traffic.
    • Implementing the "Content Octagon": Don't let your content die on one platform. Learn how to take a single topic and reformat it into blog posts, YouTube videos, infographics, podcasts, and news articles to ensure you are everywhere your customer is.
    • AI-Driven Deep Research Workflow: Logan shares his exact tech stack—using tools like Google Gemini for deep research and Claude for high-quality writing—to produce 4,000-word blog posts that establish authority and build trust with "DIY" searchers.
    • Building Domain Authority Through Mass Distribution: Learn how small-town news mentions and strategic backlinks can move a website from a "zero" blip on the radar to a high-authority site that Google trusts to show to searchers.


    The secret sauce for 2026 isn't about having the biggest ad budget; it’s about having the most helpful content. By listening to the "dumb" questions your customers ask on the phone and turning those into detailed online resources, you build a trust factor that ads simply can't buy. Whether you are a real estate investor searching for motivated sellers or a trade professional looking for more calls, the path to the top of the search results is paved with consistency and a willingness to provide value before asking for a sale. Stop refreshing your empty analytics and start building your content octagon today.


    Connect with Logan HERE! or via email at logan@reachlocalmedia.com



    Watch the Original Video HERE!

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    56 mins
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