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Value Driven Investor Podcast

70 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★ - 3 ratings

The Value Driven Investor Podcast is committed to guiding those looking to create a Life on Their Terms. Because helping others learn something useful, making someone's life better, IS A LIFE WORTH LIVING. Are you committed to building a life on your terms. If you are committed to putting in the work. If you are committed to never quitting. Then the Value-Driven Investor community is committed to you.

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VDI Insights: Navigating the 2024 Real Estate Market

February 19, 2024 18:18 - 3 minutes - 2.81 MB

Tim Murphy dives into the pressing question on every homeowner and investor's mind: What direction is the real estate market taking in 2024? With a keen focus on interest rates, the importance of payment over percentage, and strategic selling tips, Tim offers valuable insights for anyone looking to navigate the real estate market this year.

VDI Insights: Running Into the Flame: Murph's 2024 Vision for Commercial Real Estate Success

February 19, 2024 18:10 - 2 minutes - 1.89 MB

With many investors retreating from the market, Tim Murphy sees a golden opportunity for growth and innovation. He outlines his ambitious goals for 2024, which include acquiring more deals, purchasing a commercial building, and expanding his real estate investment team. Murph believes that the key to unlocking these opportunities lies in leveraging content creation and robust networking strategies. He discusses how producing engaging content and connecting with a diverse network of agents, b...

Ep 41: Why 2023 Is the Perfect Time to Invest In Real Estate

December 27, 2022 14:11 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MB

We're kicking off 2023 and we need to start thinking about the real estate environment that we're in because it is changing fast.  Everywhere I look, I feel panic, stress, and anxiety.  Everybody's trying to figure out what they should do, especially real estate investors.  But what I'm also seeing is experienced real estate investors chomping at the bit. They've been waiting to capitalize in a market like this. Just like they did during the pandemic. They saw an opportunity when eve...

Ep 40: Now is the Time to Start Tweaking Your Business Plans

November 07, 2022 06:13 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MB

Did you hear that? Do you feel it? Now it's time to experience the power of The FED! No, no, no... Not FUD (Fear, uncertainty & doubt)  I said the FED (The Federal Reserve) Deep into the 4th quarter of 2022, we are all feeling the impact of increasing rates and inflation. In this episode, I will suggest ways to deal with it as a Value Driven Investor.  Find out more about the Value Driven Podcast: www.VDIPodcast.com

Ep 39: Positive Things Happen to Positive People

April 18, 2022 04:19 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MB

Today Tim Murphy goes deep into his history as a star high school, multi-sport athlete with dreams of a D1 scholarship. That dream didn't work out, and he got a huge awakening playing for a smaller college. An awakening that almost got their star athlete kicked off the team. The lessons he learned during one summer between seasons have driven Tim to the success he is today. It's a lesson for real estate investing because it's a lesson in life.  Become a Value Driven Investor: www.ValueDriv...

Ep 38: How The Federal Reserve Is Going To Burst Your Bubble

April 05, 2022 04:28 - 7 minutes - 10.8 MB

Your FOMO Bubble Is About To Burst "Fear-Of-Missing-Out"—Are home shoppers who think they could be left behind if they don't rush into the market. That's concerning, considering that FOMO home buying was a key ingredient in our last housing bubble. RELAX!! We're NOT headed for a 2008-style crash! I explain why in this episode. Become a Value Driven Investor! Start here: https://www.valuedriveninvestor.com/founding-member-home-page1632435880327  

VDI Insights: Life Smacked Me In The Face Again

April 01, 2022 04:55 - 9 minutes - 13 MB

Wow, life in 2022 came in and smack me in the mouth.  And it's unbelievable how that works. You think you have everything planned, you think you have everything figured out and life throws you a left hook you didn’t see coming.    Oftentimes in our quest to become our best selves, life has a way of just knocking you to your knees, letting you know that you don't have everything figured out, letting you know that at any point in time, something could change, whether it's in your busi...

Ep 37: The Importance of Being a Free Thinker

March 25, 2022 04:11 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Erik Therwanger's Think Great Experience is a podcast featuring dynamic guests who share their impactful moments of greatness. Our own Tim Murphy was a guest on Erik's podcast and this week we are sharing that episode with you as Tim opens up and reveals why the Value Driven Investor community is so important, what "legacy" means to him, why purpose is the most valuable ROI, and why being vulnerable is your biggest strength.  Learn more about Erik Therwanger's Think Great Experience https...

Ep 36: How do Construction Costs Factor Into the 2022 Market?

March 18, 2022 04:27 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MB

The equation is simple. Navigating our 2022 market is a whole nother thing! Financing Supply Demand Labor Materials Each one of these variables is dynamic in its own right. If one of the 5 changes course, however, it will impact the other 4.  The "How" is not always known at first.  Over the course of time, the answer will reveal itself.  When it does, the best will be able to pivot and the weak will struggle to survive. Let's dive into each variable and how you should look...

VDI Insights: Your Home Equity Is a Trap

March 10, 2022 05:56 - 7 minutes - 10.4 MB

I'm hearing a lot of people saying, Man, I'm rich, look at all the home equity I have right now. And I believe a lot of people are feeling this way, as they see their biggest asset, their home, skyrocket in value. But is this all a trap? Let's explore that in my latest VDI Insight.  Learn more about becoming a Value Driven Investor at: www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com Visit the podcast website: www.VDIPodcast.com The VDI Podcast is produced by Digital Legend Media: www.PodcastLegend.com  

Ep 35: How To Use Google PPC To Find Real Estate Investment Deals

February 22, 2022 03:59 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MB

Today on the Value Driven Investor Podcast we are going to get a little more sophisticated with our marketing by diving into Google PPC. Pay Per Click is a tried and true method of gaining leads, but it comes with risks. Robert Grand has successfully used Google PPC to land great deals. He'll walk you through the process, especially the landmines you could stumble across that could cost you big bucks.  Learn more on becoming a Value Driven Investor here: www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com The V...

Ep 34: Driving For Dollars

February 14, 2022 21:40 - 19 minutes - 27.4 MB

This episode continues our series on how to find great real estate investment deals, and this week, we are going old school. A technique that is so easy, and works. Driving for Dollars is probably one of the best strategies I've ever used. And it's absolutely the simplest thing that you can do. The return can be ridiculous. And so today, I urge you to come to our YouTube page, the Value Driven Investor YouTube page, because I'm going to be showing a bunch of cool things around my strategy for...

Ep 33: Real Estate Investing Strategies to Help You Find Deals

February 02, 2022 02:07 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MB

Even though we are 33 episodes in, we are still in the SURVIVAL phase of real estate investing. With that in mind, we are going to kick off a long conversation over the next month about finding your big opportunity.  Where do you actually find great real estate investments? Well, it's easier than you think.  Tim Murphy and Robert Grand will run down several strategies, and really drill down on one that is so easy, you may not believe it works -- but it does, and it has taken Tim from t...

EP 32: A Firefighter's Strategy to Living In a Million Dollar House

January 24, 2022 17:54 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MB

This will be part three of our micro flipping series, and after this episode, you might think, 'oh, man, this is so simple.'  And that's the point. Some of the best decisions you can make as an investor are so simple, that people forget about them. Or people don't execute them because they feel like it's too easy.  And so what is that simple strategy?  Well, Bob and I are gonna talk about the 10 year strategy that avoids taxes and compounds your equity.  Learn more at www.ValueDrivenInve...

Ep 31: How to Start Microflipping: Focus On the Fundamentals

December 20, 2021 17:35 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MB

This is part 2 of our series on Microflipping real estate, and today we are going to get into the details of where to start. And you start with the fundamentals. Do not overthink it. Be like the pros and stay focused on the Fundamentals of investing. Fundamentals on the type of house to choose, how to finance the investment, and where to start with contractors. We will also go into your priorities once you start the process of remodeling, including the most important rooms, and where y...

VDI Insights: Why I'm Giving Away All of My Secrets

December 17, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 11.6 MB

I had a fan of the Value Driven Investor Podcast ask me the other day, "Tim, why are you giving away all of your secrets." I had to think about it for a while, and this is what I said...  

Ep 30: Microflipping - What It Is and Where to Start

December 13, 2021 16:40 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MB

Today, we are going to be talking about something that I think most people have not heard of, but if you're interested in real estate investing, or a real estate agent looking to get an edge on your market, need to explore. It's called micro flipping. Microflipping is a strategy that Robert Grand and I are big believers in, and today, I want to introduce you to what microflipping is, why you should try it, where to start, and the easiest mistake even experts can make. Become a Value Driven...

Ep 29: 2022 Annual Investment Goals and Predictions (Part 2)

December 06, 2021 05:00 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MB

2022 annual real estate investing goals and predictions, that's the topic as we wind down the year. When you are an entrepreneur, when you're an investor, I think one of the things that you have to really focus on, and be confident about, is making predictions. Seeing into the future. If you're not able or willing to look into the future and do the research that it takes to have an opinion of what's going to happen, being a real estate investor being an entrepreneur is going to be very diffi...

VDI Insights: Should I Cash Out On My Rental Property?

December 03, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 11.7 MB

Today, I want to talk about landlords cashing out on their rental properties. Is it a good time? That's really the big question. I have an answer, listen and let me know what you think at: www.VDIPodcast.com

Ep 28: 2021 Annual Investment Reveiw (Part 1)

November 29, 2021 05:30 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MB

Today could be one of the best episodes all year, because today, Robert Grand and I are going to review our 2021 investment predictions. We're gonna talk about predictions that came true, along with some that were off, and big problems that we faced, and how we overcame them. We're going to talk about our the success and bumps with our own projects, the investing market overall, and problems we faced with construction costs and labor. This will all lead into the next episode which will c...

VDI Insights: How to Avoid Making Costly Emotional Decisions

November 26, 2021 05:30 - 5 minutes - 6.85 MB

I'm headed on my way to a new investment opportunity and made me think about something that's extremely important when you're a real estate investor. That's what I want to explore with you on this VDI Insight! www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com

Ep 27: How Value Driven Investors Are Different From Real Estate Agents

November 23, 2021 02:57 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MB

I feel like you might be asking yourself the question, "how is the Value Different Investor any different than being a real estate agent?" And I think that that's a really good question for you to be asking at this point in the podcast lifecycle, because we're only in the beginning, we're in the survival phase. So in this edition of the VDI Podcast, we are going to explore exactly HOW a Value Driven Investor is different than a real estate agent, and the differences are huge ... and poss...

VDI Insights What Else Do You Need to Know About Short Term Rentals

November 19, 2021 05:30 - 8 minutes - 11.1 MB

After this past month, I have only one question....

Ep 26: Airbnb/VRBO Rentals: The Ultimate Guide to Marketing and Creating an Amazing Guest Experience with Shelly Kane

November 15, 2021 05:30 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MB

This is one of those episodes that may reveal too many secrets to creating a vacation rental that could earn over $30-K a year. Shelly Kane owns several vacation rentals that have gone from $150 to now over $400 a night. How? Her advice will allow you to skip all of the mistakes early vacation investors make when starting out. Today we will talk about marketing on Airbnb and VRBO, including why it's important to name your property! We'll why being a Super Host is so important, what app She...

VDI Insights: Zillow Tapped Out - Find Out Why

November 12, 2021 05:30 - 6 minutes - 9.35 MB

Big news. Zillow is not going to be buying any more properties right now. Yeah, imagine that. Let me explain why and why I'm so excited about the next episode of the Value Driven Investor Podcast www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com

Ep 25: How to Squeeze the Most Income out of a Short Term Rental

November 08, 2021 05:30 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MB

Today we're talking about starting from scratch and investing in a property that will be an income generator as a short-term rental (Airbnb or VRBO). We are bringing in our numbers experts, Robert and Ricky Grand, from Grand Real Estate Investments to talk about Financing, how the size of the property influences your income, gross income vs. net income, and how to plan income increases over time. Become a Value Driven Investor by joining our community! www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com

Ep 24: Why You Need an Interior Designer On Your Team

November 01, 2021 04:30 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MB

Today we are talking about an essential team member you need to find today if you're serious about making a big return on your investments -- and that's an interior designer. We are talking to my personal interior designer today Annie Pauza from Decorator in a Box. Annie has worked with some high-performance clients including professional athletes and celebrities. She brings an incredible amount of experience to the podcast today and will talk about the major difference between an inte...

VDI Insights: Capturing Emotion Makes Money

October 29, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 11.6 MB

Capturing emotion will make you money. Staging for the experience of it will make you money. These are key principles when you're a real estate investor, especially when you're doing any type of new construction or new development. And especially when you're house hacking, and you're doing an Airbnb or short term rental on your home or second property. Become a Value Driven Investor by joining our community: www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com

Ep 23: House Hack Your Home and Create an Additional $30K Revenue Stream

October 25, 2021 17:05 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MB

We are going into part two of setting up short term rentals, vacation rentals, Airbnb, and VRBO. Today we'll dive into staging for the experience of it. Because if there's one thing that Robert has learned, is the more attention you pay to give your guests an experience that they can't forget, the better chance they're going to come back, the better chance they're going to give you a great review, and the better chance you can increase your rates on your property and beat the market. We ar...

VDI Insights: The Easiest Way to Get Into Real Estate Investing and See Quick Returns

October 22, 2021 02:16 - 7 minutes - 10.5 MB

I'm so excited about house hacking, and house hacking short-term rental, using your own personal residence. When we launched the Value Driven Investor, and we thought about the community, the number one problem that I wanted to solve was how to get people started investing in real estate. What is the simplest and easiest way to get people started investing in real estate. And that's why I'm so excited about house hacking. Ready to get into real estate investing and surround yourself ...

Ep 22: What You Need to Know Before Investing in Vacation Rental Property

October 18, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutes - 71.3 MB

Today is going to be one of those episodes that just hit a nerve. It's a topic that so many people have been asking me about in the real estate world. But the reality is, I don't have a ton of experience. The topic? Vacation rentals or short-term rentals. Some people call it Airbnb, other people call it VRBO. Whatever you call it, we want to start a deep dive into this form of investing to give you something to execute on right now because this is the quickest, and easiest way to make a...

VDI Insight: What You Can Expect Next On The VDI Podcast

October 15, 2021 04:00 - 7 minutes - 10.7 MB

When you start something new, like this podcast, you really have to start asking yourself, why am I doing it? And what am I doing? And over the last 21 episodes, those are the questions that we've tried to answer for you. Why are we creating the Value Driven Investor podcast? Why are we creating a Value Driven Investor community, and what is in it for you? Hopefully, over the last 21 episodes, and if you haven't listened to them all, I urge you to do so. But hopefully, over the last 21 e...

Ep 21: Why the VDI Community - What It's All About

October 04, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MB

I want to talk about how I ever came up with the Value Driven Investor Community. The idea, where did it come from and what does it mean? How does it even work? Those questions were seeds planted in my head, and for years and years, I thought about it. And I thought about it as a real estate investor, playing out the process over and over and over. And as a person who really likes to give back, I thought about it like this, "how would I teach my kids to become a real estate investor?" If I w...

VDI Insights: You Fuel Me

October 01, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MB

On this Insight, the power of progress and recognition. Tim Murphy gets raw and honest about the Founding Member Launch and the long road ahead. He admits - Building the Value Drive Investor Community is not going to be easy... Quitting is not an option. Ready to Live Life On Your Terms by creating mailbox money using the skills you already have as a real estate agent? Head here: www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com  

Ep 20: The Three Steps It Takes to Make the Value Driven Investor JUMP

September 28, 2021 04:00 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MB

The Value Driven Investor Community is all about support. And if you want in, you have to be self-aware. You also need to complete three vital steps in order to start Living Life On Your Terms. That's what we're talking about today on the VDI Podcast! Ready to jump? Head to www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com Subscribe to the podcast here: www.VDIPodcast.com   The Value Driven Investor Podcast is produced by Digital Legend Media in Minneapolis. #BuildYourLegend by building out a platform. Digi...

VDI Insights: We Are Stronger Together Than Apart

September 26, 2021 14:17 - 4 minutes - 6.57 MB

Together, we are stronger than apart. This is a Value Driven Investor creed. This is something we believe, deep inside. Because that's what teams are all about. When Bob and I created the Value Driven Investor, that was one of the founding principles that we both knew; if we stuck together, we'd be stronger than if we went alone. We just opened the doors for founding members at www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com.

Ep 19: Becoming a Founding Member - Can We Count On You?

September 20, 2021 18:52 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MB

Can we count on YOU? For the last 7 years of my life, I have been asking people this question when it comes to raising almost $150,000 for my daughter Shanley and our fight against Type One Diabetes. Team Sugar Shay -- The #1 Twin Cities JDRF Team in 2021 - Our TEAM raised the most money this year. More money than over 500 teams participating in the 2021 JDRF One-Walk. With thousands of people participating in this movement to find a cure for T1D This was my first shot at leading chang...

VDI Insights: The Doors are Open

September 17, 2021 04:07 - 5 minutes - 7.06 MB

The Value Driven Investor Community is now open for FOUNDING MEMBERS! Tim breaks down what it's all about and what it means to be a founding member.  If you are ready to live life on your terms, don't wait -- head here: www.valuedriveninvestor.com September 30th is the cut off date for founding members! Plus, founding members save HALF off the annual membership - FOREVER  

Ep 18: What is the Value Driven Investor Way and Why You Need This Community

September 15, 2021 04:22 - 45 minutes - 62 MB

Should I be a real estate agent or a real estate investor? Answer - You should be a Value Driven Investor! This week's podcast breaks down why real estate agents have everything they need at their fingertips to become a success Value Driven Investor. You can officially join the Value Driven Investor Community as a Founding Member, and save 1/2 the annual price! www.valuedriveninvestor.com

VDI Insights: What's Murph Investing In Right Now?

September 10, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MB

It's an exciting time for Tim, and he's an open book when it comes to his investments. In this insight, he shares his take on real estate investing, cryptocurrency, the jobs report, and the stock market. Plus, details on his commercial and residential investments. Ready to be guided by a guy who found the kind of success you're looking for? Head here and join the VDI Community: www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com

Ep 17: How Real Estate Agents Survive the Unavoidable Tidal Wave of Change

September 07, 2021 04:30 - 38 minutes - 52.2 MB

For far too long real estate agents have been focused on commissions over creating value for their clients in a way only local real estate agents can. There's a tidal wave coming in the form of iBuyer, and class action lawsuits. Today Tim Murphy and Bob Grand are going to explore both from the perspective of a veteran real estate agent. They will share details of the problems, and the solutions to surviving the storm ahead. The VDI Community opens Sept 15th! Apply here: www.valuedriveninves...

Ep 16: What to Do When You Feel Like Quitting

August 30, 2021 05:56 - 36 minutes - 13.8 MB

It happens to all of us, and it's going to happen to you (if it hasn't happened by now). Investor overwhelm. If you want to fight the good fight and Live Life On Your Terms, it won't be easy. It's never easy. But nothing ever worth it is. Today we have tips on how to survive overwhelm so you DON'T QUIT. Tips from those of us that came close. So take notes! Ready to Live Life on Your Terms and join a community that will push you through the overwhelm? Join the Value Driven Investor Communit...

VDI Insights: Wake Up Real Estate Agents! There's a Better Way

August 27, 2021 18:48 - 13 minutes - 18.5 MB

Wake up real estate agents! There's a better way. That's literally what's going through my head after being a part of a mastermind group. The topic: Where is the market going for real estate agents? How are ibuyers coming into the mix? How is Black Rock and Open Door coming into the mix? How is the real estate environment changing as a whole with Zillow? I can tell you this, real estate agents are getting nervous. I'm not getting nervous because I don't look at myself as a real...

Ep 15: How to Design Your Product So It Sells Fast (Part 2 Finding the Right Interior Designer)

August 23, 2021 04:30 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MB

Yes, designers can be expensive, but the right designer will allow you to concentrate on your strengths while turning your project into an investment that sells fast. A good designer also has the potential of pre-selling your investment. A huge win as you build out the project. Tim maps out the components to a team that maximizes your ROT. Your time is valuable, spreading it thin could doom the return on your investment. Ready to become a Value Driven Investor? Head here: www.valuedrivenin...

VDI Insights: People Like Ryan is Why VDI Exists

August 20, 2021 04:55 - 6 minutes - 9.33 MB

In this VDI Insights, Tim Murphy personally shares what Episode 12 of the VDI Podcast meant to him. It's the reason he is opening the VDI Community to the world.  Ready to join people like Tim Murphy, Bob Grand, and Ryan Custodio? Head here to get Founder pricing: www.valuedriveninvestor.com  

Ep 14: How to Design Your Product to Sell Fast (Part 1)

August 16, 2021 04:30 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MB

Every good design starts with your end buyer in mind. Today we're going to talk about designing and building a product that people actually want. The tough part it most buyers don't know how to describe what they want, they just know it when they see it. So today we're going to talk about how to do that, because once you can connect with a buyer's emotions you have found a gateway to differentiation, which leads to profits. Become a Value Driven Investor today: www.ValueDrivenInvestor.com

VDI Insights: Routine

August 13, 2021 04:30 - 8 minutes - 19.4 MB

Today Tim Murphy talks about your biggest asset as a Value Driven Investor. The key that will break through walls and fast-track success. And that's the power of routine. Details inside today's Insight. Become a Value Driven Investor insider  by signing up for our email. www.valuedriveninvestorpodcast.com

Ep 13: How do I structure my contractor relationship?

August 09, 2021 04:30 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MB

Tim's in Minnesota while Bob is soaking up the rays in Hawaii for this edition of the Value Driven Investor Podcast! And today, part 3 of finding a contractor you can trust. The boys are going to explain how to structure your relationship with contractors. There are many ways, but they'll focus on the big three. Tim and Bob, both successful developers, have different approaches with contractors. Tim will describe his longtime partnership with a contractor, and how that works, and Bob wil...

VDI Insights: Understanding Value

August 06, 2021 04:00 - 7 minutes - 9.6 MB

Tim Murphy helps you understand how to determine real value through the eyes of a Value Driven Investor. 

Ep 12: Mentor Call - Tim Murphy Walks Ryan Custodio Through His First Investments

August 02, 2021 04:30 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MB

We've talked in past episodes about the importance of having a mentor to guide you through the real estate investment game. A good mentor will help you wade through the minefields of doing your first deals. They will help you learn from their mistakes, and pick you up after you've made a few of your own. Today you are going to hear a mentor call between Tim Murphy and Ryan Custodio. Ryan is a real estate agent out of Lakeville, Minnesota, who has recently done his first investment deal wit...