#117: A Masterclass on Creative Financing and Developing Investing "Principles" with Christian Osgood and Cody Davis

Creative financing can seem daunting for those who have always invested using traditional financing - luckily, this week's guests are here to help! Tune in and listen to Christian & Cody as they share their journey on creatively financing properties while growing their portfolio, greatly minimizing their required cash out of pocket. These two are eager to guide those starting along the right path by providing beneficial advice and strategic shortcuts to support you through your real estate goals.Cody and Christian partnered over a year ago... 100+ rental units and a resort later, and they are still having a blast managing and expanding the portfolio. Cody started at 19 years old with a seller-financed 12 plex, and Christian started at 29 years old with a duplex. In addition to discussing creative financing, Cody and Christian share the core investing "principles" they've sworn by as they grow their portfolio. These principles have guided their decision-making and investment goals, which is extremely enlightening!Struggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners partners with passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits investing in real estate offers, but not the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Show Notes:Cody’s background and how he got into real estate.Christian’s background and how he got into real estate.Cody and Christian share their investing principles.Christian and Cody discuss where they are sourcing their opportunities.Cody and Christian share tips and tricks on learning more about real estate.Christian and Cody discuss seller financing.Christian and Cody explain how they approach sellers about seller financing.They provide an example of how someone “overpitched”.They discuss how most business owners know what they want.Christian discusses the most beneficial structures as buyers.Cody discusses negotiating with sellers.They share their insights about holding back a mortgage versus investing in the stock market.They share how they are managing their assets.Cody discusses what a typical business plan and deals they buy look like.Christian shares the principle they are going with now that helps them to achieve what they have now.Christian and Cody share their goals for the next 12-18 months.They both share final tips for the audience.Connect with Cody and Christian:https://www.youtube.com/@Multifamilystrategy/videosConnect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedinLearn more about Aligned Real Estate Partners