E411: 10 Ways Investors Lose Money (Don't Do These)

Most new tax sale investors lose money long before they ever sell a property, and it has nothing to do with luck or county secrets. It comes from avoidable mistakes, bad assumptions, and blind spots that quietly drain profits and kill deals. In this episode, I break down the ten most common ways investors lose money every single day in the tax sale space and how to avoid becoming one of them. If you're thinking about getting into this business or you’re already trying to figure it out, this episode will give you the awareness and perspective most beginners never get. Watch until the end before you place a single bid.Come join our community, take our trainings and start making money from Tax Sales at http://TaxSaleAcademy.com

Tax lien and tax deed investing sounds simple, until you start asking questions.In this episode, I run through 20 rapid fire questions covering how tax sales work, what trips investors up, how to reduce risk, and what you should actually focus on when getting started.These are the same questions I’ve answered thousands of times over the years, distilled into one fast-paced, practical episode.Get access to our training and community at http://TaxSaleAcademy.com

A lot of people believe that tax sale investing is only for those with money, experience, or connections. That belief stops more people from ever getting started than anything else.In this episode, I explain how tax sales actually work when money is limited, what “starting from zero” really looks like, and why the lack of capital is often misunderstood. This isn’t a pitch or a shortcut. It’s a straightforward explanation meant to help you understand whether tax sales are realistic for you and what matters most when you’re just starting out.If you’ve been curious about tax sales but unsure whether not having money puts this out of reach, this episode will help clarify things.Get all of our training at http://www.TaxSaleAcademy.com

http://www.TaxSaleAcademy.com-Most people assume OTC Tax Sale properties are the easiest way to find cheap deals with no competition. That belief is exactly what gets so many investors stuck with properties they can’t sell. In this video, I break down the real truth about OTC investing, why it’s far harder than it looks, and what actually separates the people who succeed from the ones who get frustrated and quit. OTC can be very profitable when approached the right way, but it’s not a shortcut and it’s not for everyone. If you’ve ever wondered whether OTC is a hidden opportunity or a hidden trap, this episode will help you see it clearly.Come join our Training Platform & Community at http://TaxSaleAcademy.com

Most investors trap themselves in one county or one state, then wonder why opportunities feel limited. In this video, I walk you through the exact blueprint for expanding into out-of-state Tax Sale markets so you can find more deals, better deals, and more consistent opportunities.You’ll learn how to break free from local limitations, how to study a new state the right way, and what to look for before you ever place your first bid. I’ll share the same approach I used when I expanded from a single market to multiple states, dramatically increasing my deal flow and profits.If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about investing beyond your area, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence you need to grow.-Learn. Connect. Succeed. http://TaxSaleHQ.comFree Tax Sale Playbook: http://TaxSaleBook.comComprehensive Tax Sale Training: http://TaxSaleAcademy.com

This episode walks you through the exact path to go from buying your first tax sale property to building a full-time, reliable income. Join us as we break down the same roadmap I used to go from nervous beginner to completing more than a thousand tax sale deals over the last twenty plus years. You’ll learn how to study your markets, practice safely, buy confidently, stack easy wins, expand into new counties, and turn your process into a system that creates predictable results. If you want a clear, step-by-step sequence for tax sale success, this is the episode to listen to.Learn. Connect. Succeed.: http://TaxSaleHQ.comFree Copy of Tax Sale Playbook: http://TaxSaleBook.comComprehensive Tax Sale Training: http://TaxSaleAcademy.com

If you’re investing in tax deeds or liens, these are the mistakes that can destroy your profits before you even realize it. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 7 Deadly Sins of Tax Sale Investing - the biggest blunders I see over and over again from both new and experienced investors.Each one of these “sins” can turn a great-looking deal into a disaster. I’ll show you how to recognize them early and what to do instead so you can protect your money and invest confidently.Learn. Connect. Succeed. http://TaxSaleHQ.comFree Copy of Tax Sale Playbook: http://TaxSaleBook.comComprehensive Step by Step Training: http://TaxSaleAcademy.com

If I had to start my Tax Sale investing journey all over again, here’s exactly what I’d do differently.After 20+ years in this business, from confused 18 year old rookie to running a full-time tax foreclosure investment company, I’ve learned a lot of lessons the hard way. Some of them cost me time. Some cost me deals. Some cost me money.Today I’m sharing the 10 things that would’ve made the biggest difference if I had known them from day one.Whether you're brand new or already investing, this will save you time, stress, and frustration.Learn. Connect. Succeed: http://TaxSaleHQ.com

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has been pushing a property tax overhaul that could completely reshape how investors profit from tax-foreclosed real estate. In this episode, I break down what the proposed change means, why it matters, and how it could open the door to bigger profits and long-term opportunities for tax deed and lien investors across the state.You’ll see why this shift has the potential to impact every stage of the process and why it might be one of the most important updates we’ve ever seen. If you've been wondering how this push to "eliminate" property taxes would impact investors, this is my take!Get Tax Sale Playbook FREE: http://TaxSaleBook.comJoin Our Community: http://TaxSaleHQ.comComprehensive Training: http://TaxSaleAcademy.com/join

Learn. Connect. Succeed. http://TaxSaleHQ.com-----There’s a reason many properties end up at Tax Sales! In this episode, I’ll share some of the major red flags that you must know how to spot if you want to avoid horrible deals!Whether you’re brand new or have a few auctions under your belt, this one could save you from making an expensive mistake. Watch through to learn how to protect your time, money, and sanity on your next deal!Join our community: http://TaxSaleHQ.comJoin Tax Sale Academy: http://TaxSaleAcademy.com