EPISODE · Jun 26, 2026 · 20 MIN
EP 161: The Truth About Borrower Defaults Every Note Investor Should Know
from Mortgage Note Investing Weekly · host Rick Allen & Brett Burky
Why do borrowers stop making their mortgage payments? Is it simply because they don't want to pay—or is there much more to the story?In this episode of the Paperstac Podcast, Brett Burky and Rick Allen break down the real reasons borrowers default on their mortgage loans and what every note investor should understand before buying performing or non-performing notes.Drawing from years of experience reviewing thousands of mortgage loans, they discuss the life events that most often lead to delinquency, how investors can recognize early warning signs, and why understanding borrower behavior can dramatically improve investment decisions.During this episode you'll learn:The biggest misconceptions about borrower defaultsThe five most common reasons homeowners stop making paymentsThe difference between temporary hardship and permanent financial distressWarning signs that can indicate a loan is headed toward defaultHow quality loan servicing can improve borrower outcomesPractical lessons every mortgage note investor should apply when evaluating assetsWhether you're new to mortgage note investing or actively building a portfolio, this discussion provides valuable insight into the human side of note investing and why every loan is much more than just numbers on a spreadsheet.Hosted by Brett Burky and Rick AllenVisit Paperstac.com to browse mortgage notes for sale, connect with buyers and sellers, and access educational resources to help you become a better note investor.#MortgageNotes #NoteInvesting #NonPerformingNotes #PerformingNotes #RealEstateInvesting #DistressedDebt #PassiveIncome #CashFlowInvesting #MortgageInvesting #PaperstacPodcast #PaperstacFollow Us On These Platforms:👇Facebook: https://pstac.co/facebookLinkedin: https://pstac.co/linkedinTwitter: https://pstac.co/twitterTikTok: ...
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Why do borrowers stop making their mortgage payments? Is it simply because they don't want to pay—or is there much more to the story? In this episode of the Paperstac Podcast, Brett Burky and Rick Allen break down the real reasons borrowers default on their mortgage loans and what every note investor should understand before buying performing or non-performing notes. Drawing from years of experience reviewing thousands of mortgage loans, they discuss the life events that most often lead to de...
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