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Real Estate Lowdown

Real Estate Lowdown

By: Bill Bymel
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Welcome to Real Estate Lowdown, the ultimate podcast that will transform the way you think about real estate investing. I'm your host, Bill Bymel, CEO of First Lien Capital and author of the bestselling book, Win Win Revolution: An Insider's Guide to Investing in the Secondary Mortgage Market.



Real Estate Lowdown is not your typical scripted podcast. We're all about unscripted, engaging, and informative conversations that will leave you hungry for more. Join me as I sit down with savvy, seasoned professionals and industry leaders who share their practical principles, mindset mastery, creative applications, and the latest market trends of real estate investing, with a specialty focus on distressed mortgage note investing.



Prepare to be blown away by our incredible guests who will generously share their tried-and-true real estate investing strategies. As a fund manager and real estate investor with decades of active experience under my belt, I'll also be sharing my insider expertise and personal stories. Together, we'll equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and creativity you need to thrive in this dynamic industry.



Whether a budding beginner or a real estate mogul, we've got you covered. We'll deconstruct and demystify the complexities while covering every subject real estate investors need to know. From the fundamentals to the advanced, we'll help you carve your distinct niche in the industry, build a legacy of generational wealth, and make a valuable impact in society. And trust me, we'll have a blast along the way!

Learn more at https://missionmatters.com/author/bill-bymel/

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Episodes
  • Disrupting the Deal: RealTrade's Take on Transparency, Data Ownership, and Agents Adapting in the New Era with Ryan Poole
    May 14 2025

    Ryan Poole, Founder and the innovative force behind RealTrade Inc., joins us to unpack the seismic shifts currently rocking the real estate world.

    RealTrade Inc. is an online marketplace and social platform for real estate that brings together the best in data, agents, and other professionals to help buyer and sellers build the most trusted real estate network and make the best buying and selling decisions.

    Together, we discuss how RealTrade is leading a charge towards transparency by allowing buyers, sellers, and brokers more control over their data.

    The episode navigates the evolving roles of real estate agents amid recent disruptions to traditional MLS cooperation agreements. With the spotlight on the elimination of guaranteed buyer's agent commissions, Ryan and I discuss how agents are adapting by crafting private networks for property marketing, challenging giants like Zillow.

    RealTrade is at the helm of this change, empowering agents to communicate directly with buyers and sellers, reshaping the typical real estate transaction landscape.

    As we explore new investment strategies, the discussion turns to the multifamily sector and the opportunities arising from rising interest rates and shifting rental values.

    From long-term property investments to the importance of never selling too soon, this episode is packed with insights and strategies for navigating today's challenging real estate environment.

    Connect further with Ryan Poole at LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-poole-0b50b9162/ or RealTrade, Inc. https://realtrade.io.

    First Lien Capital is your investment and resolutions partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and your Special Assets Group for hire delivering customized solutions to your distressed real estate debt scenarios.

    Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE (https://billbymel.com/investor/) or REVIVE (https://billbymel.com/advisor/) your portfolio today.

    To learn more, visit:
    https://billbymel.com/

    Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:
    https://missionmatters.com/author/bill-bymel/

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    50 mins
  • Coffee with Bill: Ghost Stories of the Market - Debunking Economic Fallacies in Real Estate with Bill Bymel
    May 7 2025

    Economic fallacies are like ghost stories for the financially literate: they persist, despite evidence to the contrary. What fallacies might be influencing your real estate and financial decisions?

    Join me for this episode of Real Estate Lowdown Coffee with Bill as we unravel some of the most entrenched misconceptions shaping our economic landscape.

    From the aftermath of what President Trump termed "Liberation Day" and the ripple effects of new tariffs to revisiting Alan Greenspan's pre-2008 housing crisis remarks, we'll explore how influential figures can fall into the trap of faulty reasoning.

    We'll also scrutinize the zero-sum fallacy that perpetuates the notion that one party's gain has to be another's loss, questioning the assumptions that guide our economic thinking and urging a fresh perspective on growth and transactions.

    Beyond financial fallacies, we of course examine the real estate market's most stubborn misconceptions. Are we really facing a housing shortage, or is that just a narrative spun by those with something to gain?

    With data in hand, we uncover how increased housing units are outstripping population growth, pointing to a potential oversupply rather than scarcity - underscoring the fallacies maintained by stakeholders whose livelihoods depend on these narratives.

    Amidst the allure of low interest rates and an era of "free money," we'll dismantle the narrative of cap rates that seemed lower than they should have been.

    Tune in for a revealing discussion that cuts through the noise to challenge conventional wisdom.

    First Lien Capital is your investment and resolutions partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and your Special Assets Group for hire delivering customized solutions to your distressed real estate debt scenarios.

    Schedule a consultation with Bill to ELEVATE (https://billbymel.com/investor/) or REVIVE (https://billbymel.com/advisor/) your portfolio today.

    To learn more, visit:
    https://billbymel.com/

    Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:
    https://missionmatters.com/author/bill-bymel/

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    23 mins
  • The Dirt Whisperer Exposes Foundation Repair Secrets: How Soil Science Can Save You Thousands with Bob Brown
    Apr 30 2025

    Bob Brown, affectionately known as the Dirt Whisperer, brings 35 years of dirt expertise and experience to our latest episode, unmasking the foundation repair industry with his candid insights, as he reveals the hidden complexities of soil and its crucial role in maintaining strong building foundations, and uncovers the hidden truths behind foundation repair myths that could save you thousands.

    Learn to spot the difference between genuine analysis and sales pitches masquerading as technical evaluations, and empower yourself with the knowledge to make informed, cost-effective decisions for your home and investment properties.

    Bob's advice is clear: homeowners must consult independent geotechnical engineers to avoid being misled and overcharged. His wisdom will empower you to make informed decisions, championing transparency and accountability in a field often shrouded in ambiguity.

    Connect further with Bob Brown at LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbrownazrm or
    https://foundationrepairsecrets.com. And grab a copy of Bob's award-winning book, Foundation Repair Secrets: Learn How to Protect Yourself and Save Thousands at https://foundationrepairsecrets.com/book.

    First Lien Capital is your investment and resolutions partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and your Special Assets Group for hire delivering customized solutions to your distressed real estate debt scenarios.

    Elevate or revive your portfolio today at https://billbymel.com/advisor.

    To learn more, visit:

    https://billbymel.com/


    Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

    https://missionmatters.com/author/bill-bymel/

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    21 mins

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