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How To Invest in Dallas Real Estate

How To Invest in Dallas Real Estate

By: Scott Carson
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Alright, y'all listen up! Saddle up for "How to Invest in Dallas Real Estate," the bi-weekly podcast where we spill the brisket on investing in North Texas real estate! 🤠 Hosted by Scott Carson –– we're bringing you trends, tools, tactics & stories to help you CRUSH it in the Big D!


Each week you’ll gain valuable knowledge from Scott and his group of real estate investing friends, designed to help you take your real estate investing to a whole new level of success. You’ll find out what’s working and not working in the Dallas market and how you can avoid making costly mistakes.


What You'll Get:

  • National Expert Insights: Hear from top real estate investing pros sharing strategies that work coast-to-coast.
  • Local Vendor & Investor Scoop: Uncover hidden gems from the folks in the trenches of the Dallas and North Texas markets.
  • Actionable Advice: Walk away with concrete steps you can implement NOW, whether you're a newbie or a seasoned investor. We’ll focus on what’s working in TODAY’s marketplace.
  • Market Updates: Stay ahead of the curve with the latest on Dallas and Texas real estate trends, including home values, property valuations, and emerging opportunities.
  • Case Studies: We’ll share current deals and case studies from real investors closing deals in today’s market to help you on your path to financial independence!

Scott Carson: A Real Estate Journey

Scott Carson's journey as a real estate investor for over 20 years in the Lone Star State started with him buying his first home in Round Rock, TX. A graduate of Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos, Scott has called Central Texas home for over two decades. He has bought, sold, and invested millions in the area while also helping thousands of other investors invest in Texas. His experience and insights as a mortgage broker, banker, and distressed mortgage expert will help you find the deals while avoiding the duds. Whether you are a native Texan or looking to move to the Dallas area, this is the podcast to help you buy your first home or add to your investment portfolio!

Join us as we dissect the hottest topics in:

  • Dallas Real Estate Investing
  • Texas Real Estate Market
  • Note Investing
  • Distressed Real Estate
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Investment Strategies
  • Real Estate News
  • And much, much, more!

Ready to become a Dallas real estate mogul? Let's ride! 🚀

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Episodes
  • How Many Dallas Properties Are Going to Foreclosure in June 2026
    May 27 2026

    Are you ready to uncover the massive hidden real estate opportunities hitting the Lone Star State this June? Welcome back to The Note Closers Show! In this episode, we are diving deep into the freshly leaked June 2026 foreclosure data for Texas's biggest counties. After a significant dip last month, foreclosure filings are officially bouncing back, sparking an 11% swing and creating a prime playground for note investors, REO hunters, and private money lenders. Whether you are looking for subject-to deals or trying to deploy private capital, this monthly market breakdown is your ultimate roadmap to distress debt success.


    📊 Key Episode Takeaways & Market Data:
    • The Big Picture: Texas has clocked 4,091 total foreclosure filings for June 2026. This marks a sharp 8% increase (317 more filings) compared to May's dip.
    • Residential vs. Commercial: The numbers break down to 3,677 residential filings and 414 commercial filings. Commercial foreclosures actually dropped by roughly 11% statewide.
    • Regional Commercial Breakdown: Central Texas down 10% (122 filings); East Texas/Houston area down 25% (60 filings); North Texas/DFW steady (140 filings); South Texas up slightly (72 filings); West Texas flat (21 filings).
    • The County Behemoths: Harris County remains the absolute giant with 572 filings (though down 126 from last month). Bexar County hit 406, Dallas County reached 348, and Tarrant County stands at 277.
    • Massive Winners & Losers: Fort Bend County saw the state's biggest monthly spike, skyrocketing by 126 additional filings. Conversely, Montgomery County hit zero for the second month straight, indicating they likely clear foreclosures on a quarterly schedule.
    • The Boots-on-the-Ground Strategy: Why heading to your local county foreclosure auction is the single best way to network, learn the ropes, and find private money opportunities.
    🛠️ Resources Mentioned In This Episode:🎯 Get the Ultimate Foreclosure Data: Track the filings and struck-off lists yourself! Head to foreclosure.info and use the checkout discount code WECLOSENOTES to score $20 off your first month's subscription.🎓 Master Distressed Debt: Stop guessing and start investing. Register for our upcoming 2-Day Virtual Note Buying Workshop happening live on Zoom this June 13th & 14th! We’ve condensed this powerhouse training into a hyper-focused weekend. Snag your 200-page manual and full replays at notebuyingfordummies.com for just $297 (originally $997!).

    The summer of 2026 is heating up, the market is showing real signs of distress, and the inventory is out there waiting for you. Don't sit on the sidelines while other investors lock down these deals. Take action today, grab your lists, sign up for the workshop, and we will see you at the top!

    Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and LEAVE A REVIEW if you found value in today's market update!


    Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!


    Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE!


    Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here!


    Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

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    9 mins
  • AI for Real Estate: How to Close More Deals and Automate Your Due Diligence with Jake Heller
    May 22 2026
    Is artificial intelligence going to replace real estate professionals, or just the ones who refuse to adapt? The world of real estate is moving faster than ever, and if you aren't leveraging the cutting-edge tech hitting the market, you're actively falling behind the competition. If you want to stop wasting hours on tedious data entry and start closing more deals exponentially faster, it’s time to change how you do business.In this episode, host Scott Carson sits down with Jake Heller, a third-generation real estate professional, licensed broker, and founder of the AI for CRE Collective. Despite having "dirty hands" on the physical side of real estate and zero formal tech background, Jake recognized a massive void in how the industry adopts advanced technology. He brought together leading real estate minds to form a powerhouse community dedicated to testing, filtering, and deploying practical AI tools directly into commercial and residential investing workflows.Jake pulls back the curtain on his massive database of over 650 commercial real estate AI tools—revealing why most vertical solutions on the market are garbage and how general-purpose powerhouses like Claude have become his absolute daily driver. From running automated weekly market reports to utilizing AI-powered voice outreach and generating institutional-quality deal decks in under ten minutes, this episode is a masterclass in modern real estate leverage. Whether you're a broker looking to target high-probability buyers or a note investor trying to scrub nationwide spreadsheets in seconds, Jake outlines the exact frameworks needed to build a lean, high-ROI business machine.Key Topics Covered:The $30 Trillion Tech Gap: Why commercial real estate has historically been incredibly slow to adopt technology, and why tech built by non-real estate developers usually fails.Filtering the Noise: Inside Jake's database of 650+ real estate AI platforms and his process for picking out the tiny handful that actually yield a measurable ROI.The "Jack of All Trades" Model: Why general-purpose AI platforms like Claude are often vastly superior to expensive niche industry solutions.Don't AI Everything: The critical mistake of over-automating basic tasks, and how to establish clear, measurable KPIs for your tech integration.The Human in the Loop: Navigating accuracy hurdles, running quality control on data outputs, and mastering the new modern skill set of AI prompt auditing.One-Click Feasibility & Entitlements: How Jake's firm uses AI for permit expediting, structural development standards, and predicting approval likelihoods in tough landscapes like Los Angeles.Automated Lead Generation & Outreach: Utilizing automated internet scrapers to track local zoning shifts, new businesses, and regulatory changes on autopilot.Leveling the Geographic Playing Field: How data aggregation allows solo operators to instantly get up to speed on foreign real estate markets and out-compete teams ten times their size.Bypassing Nondisclosure Hurdles: Smart strategies for scrubbing public county appraisal records to track self-directed IRA investors for capital raising campaigns.Embracing artificial intelligence is no longer an optional luxury—it is a baseline requirement to survive the modern real estate shift. Real estate remains a fundamentally simple, relationship-driven business, but the tools you choose will ultimately dictate your speed, accuracy, and profitability. Stop grinding through outdated workflows, overcome the learning curve, and start automating the boring stuff so you can focus entirely on putting big deals together. Head over to aiforcrecollective.com to grab their top 10 free AI workflows and take action today!Watch the Original Video of this Episode HERE!Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE!Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here! Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!
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    32 mins
  • Everything You Need to Know About Filing Bankruptcy with Adrienne Hines
    May 20 2026
    Are you drowning in unmanageable debt, trying to outrun compounding interest, or tapping into your future just to make minimum payments? It’s time to stop the bleeding and erase the stigma. For decades, the word "bankruptcy" has been buried under a mountain of shame, myths, and misconceptions —but what if it’s actually the ultimate financial off-ramp designed to protect you, hit the reset button, and pave the way to true wealth? In this powerful episode, host Scott Carson sits down with Adrienne Hines, a powerhouse bankruptcy attorney with over 30 years of experience. Known widely as the "Ladylike Lawyer," Adrienne is on a mission to bust the biggest myths surrounding bankruptcy and show Americans how to break free from the trap of predatory interest rates. Whether you are a struggling homeowner, an entrepreneur bouncing back from a bad deal, or someone facing uncontrolled medical bills, Adrienne details the exact rules, timelines, and financial safeguards that are built directly into the U.S. Constitution to give you a fresh start. Adrienne drops an absolute masterclass on navigating the legal system, mapping out how the process works on both the consumer and business sides. Learn the distinct differences between a magical Chapter 7 debt wipeout and a strategic Chapter 13 restructuring. Discover how to completely shield your 401(k) and retirement accounts from collectors, and why taking out a debt consolidation loan might actually be the worst move you could make. If you are ready to remove the emotional clutter of financial stress and shift your path toward building actual wealth, this episode is your blueprint. Key Topics Covered:The $10,000 Rule of Thumb: Adrienne breaks down the exact baseline of when it is time to stop guessing and start consulting a professional. Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 Demystified: A comprehensive look at the "magical" Chapter 7 wipeout versus a Chapter 13 reorganization plan. The Income Test & Regional Realities: How household income brackets dictate your filing options, with specific real-world examples. Capitalism, Risk, and the Constitution: Why the Founding Fathers codified bankruptcy laws to promote bold risk-taking and avoid debtors' prisons. The Magic of the Automatic Stay: How uploading your petition instantly freezes foreclosures, sheriff sales, and aggressive garnishments. The High-Income Business Owner Loophole: Discover the critical "50% business debt" caveat that lets high earners bypass traditional means testing. The Top 6 Triggers of Bankruptcy: Debunking the overspending myth by outlining the actual structural causes of American financial stress. The 3-2-240 Tax Discharge Secret: The 5 strict, overlapping IRS rules required to legally wipe out back income taxes through bankruptcy. Protecting the Nest Egg: Why your 401(k) and ERISA retirement accounts are 100% safe—and why cashing them out is a critical error. The Timeline to a 720 Credit Score: A realistic look at buying cars and restoring an elite credit profile much sooner than you think. Bankruptcy is not a death sentence; it is a profound legal tool structured to pull you off the predatory compounding interest merry-go-round. The longer you sit in financial misery, the less time you have to fund your retirement or scale your next big business venture. Take personal responsibility by exploring your rights, mapping out a transparent legal solution, and stepping confidently into your financial future. Head over to TheLadylikeLawyer.com to access Adrienne's elite national consumer bankruptcy referral network and start taking action today!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE!Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here! Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!
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    50 mins
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