Epic Real Estate Investing
by Matt Theriault
How to Invest and Build Wealth Implementing a Creative Real Estate Investing Education So You Can Achieve Financial Freedom.In the spirit of Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad Poor Dad and Gary Keller’s Millionaire Real Estate Investor… Matt Theriault, real estate investor, entrepreneur and host of the EPIC Real Estate Investing podcast will show you how to create wealth through conventional and creative real estate investing while improving your financial education so you will have the option to realistically retire in the next ten years, or less… and enjoy the good life while you’re still young enough to do so.This free podcast and real estate investing course serves as a portal to multiple real estate investing courses making it a complete step-by-step and comprehensive real estate investing program and resource.
Episodes
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The FBI Seized $17 Billion. A Fake Deed Can Still Take Your House.
FBI Director Kash Patel says Operation Blackout has seized about $17 billion from overseas fraud rings, and the FBI will work with the Justice Department to get that money back to the Americans it was taken from. Matt looks at why nobody should hold their breath: no timeline, no claims process…
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Warsh Raises Your Card Rate. Medicare's Fine Print Drains Your Savings.
The Federal Reserve just warned every American with a credit card, and it did it quietly, in the notes from its September meeting: most of the people who run the Fed expect to raise rates again before the year is over. Matt walks through why the man doing the raising, Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, is…
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DOJ Warning: Scammers Want Your 401(k). Socialists Want Your House.
Jeanine Pirro, the top federal prosecutor in Washington, says every American with a retirement account is "in the blast radius," and Matt starts by walking through the con she's chasing. It begins with a friendly wrong-number text, turns into weeks of chatting, and ends on a fake brokerage site...
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Rates Hit 7.28%. Wall Street Wants Your Paid-Off House.
Mortgage rates just jumped to 7.28% on a 30-year loan, the highest in almost three years, and Freddie Mac still called conditions "favorable." Matt starts by putting a price on it: on a $400,000 loan, that's about $250 a month more than last year's rate, roughly $3,000 a year your buyer has to…
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The Bank Takes Your Cash. A Stranger Takes Your House.
The Fed just raised rates for the first time since 2023, and your savings account still pays about 0.38%. Matt starts with the exact amount you should keep in the bank: six months of essentials if you're working, about a year if you're retired. Then he gives five reasons the pile above that line…
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Loan Sharks With Stadiums: What Your Bank Hopes You Never Check
Your bank makes the most money off the customer who never checks, so Matt walks through 10 things about how banks actually work: the two-day fraud clock, the "safe account" scam, the courtesy fee that works out to more than 7,900% interest, and the report that can quietly lock you out of opening…
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Inflation Spent It For You: The Fed's Real Warning and the IRS Machine That Never Went Home
Two big stories this week, both aimed at the same person -- the paid-off, retired-or-almost-there homeowner who did everything right. First, the new Fed Chair used his first Jackson Hole speech to tell the country inflation is still too high, and three days earlier another Fed governor said the...
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One Dollar a Year and an AI in the Sky: Why Matt Left Chase, and Who's Really Watching Your Roof
Two segments this week, one theme: the systems that quietly collect from you and the two-minute checks that stop them. First, Matt walks off 15 years at Chase after a balance-chasing incident cost him his business credit lines overnight, and lays out the real math on big-bank savings (Chase's...
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It Costs $25 to Steal Your House: Deed Fraud, the Socialists Naming Names, and Getting Off the Billboard Before November
This week's episode is one long lesson in the same idea from two different angles: your name is the target. First, Matt walks through the FBI's warning that paid-off homes are being stolen with a $42 fake deed at the county recorder's office. Robin Mobley in Dayton, Ohio won her house back in…
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Ghosts Don't Get Foreclosed On: The Five Assets They Come For First and the Zillow Number That's Lying to You
This week Matt lays out the two ways your wealth quietly leaves you -- one loud, one silent. First, the loud one: the five specific assets governments target when the tax base cracks (bank accounts, safe deposit boxes, paid-off homes, retirement accounts, exchange-held crypto) and the "ghost...
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The Government's New Debt Plan and The Line Congress Won't Move: Two Quiet Ambushes Hiding in the American Housing Story
This week Matt pulls back the curtain on two things nobody's telling everyday homeowners. First, the government's new debt plan and what that means for your mortgage payment. Then, the $250,000 home sale exemption Congress wrote in 1997 and has quietly let inflation gut ever since, on track to…
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The Envelope You Almost Threw Away and the Phone Call That Drops Your Paymen
This week Matt walks through two of the most overlooked money moves a homeowner can make in 2026 -- and both cost nothing to run. First, why refinancing is dead for most people right now and what to say when you call your servicer about a recast instead. Second, why that plain white envelope from...
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The Five Houses and the Two-Word Lawsuit: The Homes the Market Just Quit On, and the Quiet Fix Erasing Old Liens Off Titles
This week Matt walks through the two documents every homeowner needs to pull off their county recorder's website tonight. First, the five specific kinds of houses that have effectively stopped selling in 2026 -- the memory-priced home, the fixer, the flood-zone house, the un-warrantable condo…
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SCOTUS Steals The House + De-Dollarization With Jaspreet Singh
De-dollarization has started — and millionaire attorney Jaspreet Singh (Minority Mindset) opened his actual portfolio to show exactly where his money is moving. Only 2% gold. Half in one asset class. In this interview, we break down his full portfolio allocation, the three macroeconomic shifts...
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Two Words on the Deed and Two Thermometers at the Fed: The Free Fix Nobody Told You About, and Why the New Fed Chair Just Changed His Mind
This week Matt walks through the two-word difference on your deed that decides whether your spouse inherits the house free and clear or gets dragged into probate court -- a fix that costs nothing and takes ten minutes at the kitchen table. Then he unpacks the flip nobody's covering: the new Fed...
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Supreme Court Blesses a Home-Equity Trap + The 5-State "Exit Tax" Toll Booths Spreading Fast
Matt argues states are building "toll booths" to capture homeowner equity on the way out, often under softer names, and walks through five examples: New Jersey's 10.75% gain/2% sale-price withholding on nonresident home sales; Massachusetts' 4% "Fair Share" surtax over $1M that can hit one-time...
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How Your Insurance Company Is Quietly Gutting Your Coverage (And What to Do This Week)
Your insurance premium goes up every year — but the protection you're actually buying? It's been shrinking. In this episode, we expose the five specific moves insurers use to hollow out your policy while you keep paying full price, and exactly what to do to protect yourself. In this episode: The...
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The Fixed Payment That Isn't & The Letter JP Morgan Didn't Send You
This week on Epic Real Estate, two stories about money moving quietly in the background while the headlines look fine. First, why thousands of homeowners with locked-in fixed-rate mortgages just opened their mailbox and found their payment jumped $200 a month -- and the two "passengers" riding...
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The Wrong Line: Why Sellers Are Quitting and Why Your "Safe" Bank Note Isn't
This week, Matt unpacks two stories the headlines are getting wrong on purpose. First, sellers are pulling homes off the market at the fastest rate since 2020 -- and the press wants you to picture another 2008. Matt shows why this is a standoff, not a crash, and what Warren Buffett quietly did…
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Pickpocketing in a Tweed Jacket: The Quiet Heist Coming for Your Savings and Your Home Equity
This week Matt connects two stories most of the press is filing as background noise. First, a brand-new Fed chair just took the oath, the old chair never actually left, and the smart money is already positioned for a move nobody at the podium will admit out loud. Then, our biggest foreign lenders...
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The Fed Nuked Your Home Sale Tax Break (And Your Income Too)
This week Matt unpacks two quiet heists hiding in plain sight. First, why your paycheck and savings feel like they're shrinking even when the official numbers say everything's fine — and the Harvard-written playbook the Treasury is using to pay down the national debt with your purchasing power....
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Bureaucrats Walking Out With Your Equity and Money With an Expiration Date
Two stories this week about who's quietly grabbing the things you thought were yours. First, a Michigan family lost $118,000 in home equity over a $2,242 tax bill they had already won in court -- and the Supreme Court spent an hour deciding whether the bureaucrat in your county should still be...
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Powell's Spare Key: Warsh, Fed Regime Change, and the New Exit Taxes Coming for Your Home Equity
The episode argues that Jerome Powell's decision to remain a Fed governor and keep his vote through January 2028—breaking 78 years of precedent since Marriner Eccles—is a warning about Kevin Warsh's promised "regime change" at the Federal Reserve and growing political pressure on monetary policy....
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The Equity Trap: Six Moves Before They Tax Your House and the Florida-Texas Beta Test for Taking It
This week on the podcast, two things happening at the same time that almost nobody is connecting. First, the new Fed chair's plan to quietly cancel $39 trillion in national debt -- and why a side effect of that plan is the single greatest gift your fixed-rate mortgage will ever receive. Then, a...
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Your Safety Net Has $1.17 In It and Your Vault Has No Lock
This week on the podcast, two things your bank and your county have in common -- neither one is protecting what's yours, and both are counting on you not checking. First, the banking rule change that quietly slashed your deposit protection while the smartest investors in the country headed for…
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The April 1st Rule and the Map They Already Made of Your Equity
This week on the podcast, we cover two things nobody on the evening news is talking about. First, a new banking rule going live April 1st that quietly turns your savings account into a funding source for the national debt -- and why your mortgage rate is about to move in the wrong direction.…
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EX-CIA OFFICER: Americans Have No Idea What's ACTUALLY Happening to Them | John Kiriakou
Former CIA officer John Kiriakou reveals what's really happening behind the scenes in America — and why most people have no idea. John was the first CIA officer to publicly confirm that the agency used waterboarding, and he went to prison for it. Now he's exposing the surveillance state…
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THEY OWN EVERYTHING: How to Buy Rental Property for $100 (Before It's Gone) | Nick Roman of realbricks.com
It is no secret: The housing market has been engineered to keep you out. Institutions are buying entire neighborhoods while the average saver is told to "wait for rates to drop." That is a dead end. Today, we are deploying a specific Counter-Measure. We are bypassing the banks, skipping the...
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$1 Trillion Black Hole: How the Fed Broke the Economy (Powell Fired?) | 1505
This episode explores the mounting pressure on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell amid significant financial losses and controversies surrounding the institution. Over the past two years, the Fed has reported operating losses exceeding $130 billion, with a bond portfolio underwater by $1.1...
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The REAL Reason Florida Homes Stopped Selling (And What Happens Next) | 1497
This episode dives into the current state of Florida's housing market, where fears of a housing crash are dominating discussions. Matt highlights major factors influencing the market, including skyrocketing insurance costs, rising HOA fees, unforeseen construction defects, and a pervasive buyer's...
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Why Hard Work Doesn't Payoff Anymore | NEW Bloomberg Study Reveals All... | 1460
This episode reveals insights from a Bloomberg report highlighting the stark wealth disparity in America, where the richest half own 97.5% of national wealth, and the top 0.1% control 13.8%. Matt discusses how the ultra-wealthy have significantly increased their wealth in recent years, while...
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An Insider's Guide to Gold, Silver, and Investment Strategies: Lynette Zang's Expert Insights | 1459
In this episode of Epic Real Estate Investing, host Matt welcomes Lynette Zang, an expert in tangible assets and currency life cycles. Lynette shares her extensive experience in finance, banking, and the gold market, which began in 1964. They discuss the cycles of undervaluation, fair valuation,...
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April 2: The Day Trump Kills The IRS? ( ERS 'Liberation Day' Explained) | 1457
This episode unpacks the rumors and facts surrounding the potential abolition of the IRS and the introduction of the External Revenue Service (ERS) by the Trump administration. It clarifies misconceptions about how tariffs work, their impact on everyday costs, the limitations of replacing income...
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5 Real Estate Hotspots to Rethink for 2025 | 1456
This episode reveals five of America's hottest real estate markets that are showing serious warning signs heading into 2025: Tampa, Florida; Phoenix, Arizona; Austin, Texas; Boise, Idaho; and the San Francisco Bay Area. It explains the reasons behind these market shifts, including affordability...
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Revolutionizing Property Sales: REDY's Vision for the Future | Noelle Tassey | 1455
In this episode of Epic Real Estate Investing, host Matt welcomes Noelle Tassey, CEO and President of Redy.com, a platform transforming the real estate market by efficiently connecting home sellers with prospective agents. Noelle explains how Redy.com streamlines the home-selling process…
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The Ripple Effect: Redefining Wealth with Chris Miles | 1454
In this episode, Chris Miles returns to discuss his journey from financial advisor to achieving financial freedom through passive income. Chris shares insights on rebranding his show to the Money Ripples podcast, the concept of creating a ripple effect through financial prosperity, and his...
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7 Cities Americans Are Fleeing in 2025 - Mass Exodus Explained | 1453
In this episode, we delve into the top seven American cities experiencing significant population declines in 2025 and analyze the surprising trends in their real estate markets. Despite the exodus, cities like Baltimore, Detroit, Washington DC, San Francisco, Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York…
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DOGE Dividend Checks Update (Eligibility Requirements) | 1452
This episode covers the Trump administration's new proposal to issue $5,000 Doge dividend checks to Americans, based on a recent poll conducted by the campaign. The proposal aims to distribute $400 billion of government savings to taxpayers, but it excludes those earning under $40,000 a year....
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5 Code Words The Media Uses: What They Really Mean | 1451
In this episode, Matt exposes how media outlets use five specific code words to shape public perception: 'experts say', 'conspiracy theory', 'debunked', 'unverified', and 'sources say'. Each term is dissected to reveal its underlying purpose of controlling narratives and discouraging critical...
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Florida's $55B Tax Bomb: Why Every State is Next (2025) | 1450
Florida's new $55 billion tax proposal aims to eliminate property taxes, turning heads nationwide. Governor DeSantis' plan could lead to significant sales tax hikes, prompting states like New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Indiana to consider similar reforms. The shift from property to…
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The mob reacts to Elon's latest moves... | 1449
In this episode, we dive into the recent surge of anti-Tesla protests and the critical findings by Doge that are causing widespread panic. Teslas are being attacked nationwide, with dealerships facing arson and vandalism, as the public reacts violently to revelations of government waste and…
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Why Buffett is DUMPING Real Estate (and what to do now) | 1448
In this episode, explore the surprising opportunities in the real estate market as Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway takes a significant hit and plans to sell its Home Services of America division. Despite the struggles of big players, data reveals a growing demand for smaller, affordable...
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The $100K Real Estate Trick That Pisses Banks Off | 1447
In this episode, Matt shares the story of how a private client, Ivan, successfully transitioned from having no real estate deals to owning six cash-flowing properties without heavily using his $100,000 cash. He explains the concept of 'intellectual currency' versus 'cash currency,' and how…
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Shark Tank's Barbara Corcoran: Housing market is getting scary... | 1446
In this episode, we delve into Barbara Corcoran's recent revelations on the housing market's biggest hurdle: uncertainty and a fundamental supply crisis. Despite 7 million homes short, historical low-interest rates are causing a 'lock-in effect,' making homeowners reluctant to sell. This…
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It's Done. Trump Just Killed America | 1445
In this episode, the speaker examines President Trump's controversial economic decisions, which many critics have labeled as reckless and destructive. The script argues that Trump's tariffs, tax cuts, and strategic government spending are part of a calculated plan to rebuild America's…
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3 Things Musk Found THIS WEEK They Didn't Plan On | 1444
This week's episode uncovers three significant findings by Elon Musk that have Washington in turmoil. Musk has exposed over half a billion dollars in suspicious transactions, linked to a larger system of government waste. His team has revealed wasteful expenditures, such as unused government…
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401k RETIREMENT COLLAPSE: 51% See It Coming, 49% Will Be Shocked When It Hits | 1443
This episode highlights the severe retirement crisis in America where 51% foresee problems while 49% are unaware of the impending issues. CEOs from JPMorgan and BlackRock are meeting with lawmakers to discuss the urgency of prioritizing retirement policy changes. Shocking statistics reveal many...
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Why Good Credit Doesn't Work Anymore | The Black Box | 1442
In this episode, discover why 45% of prime borrowers are getting rejected despite having good credit scores. With banks now using black box algorithms analyzing 132 hidden variables, traditional metrics like credit scores have become less relevant. Between new Buy Merge rules and major lenders...
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IRS increases AI audits ($1.1 billion recovered so far) | 1441
A new report from the Treasury Inspector General reveals that the IRS has deployed 68 AI projects, 30 of which are already active, with a main focus on millionaire tax cases. The AI systems are now also targeting real estate investors, specifically those earning over $400,000 annually or with...
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Banks dumping real estate in 2025 (only 31% left) | 1440
In this episode, we reveal significant shifts in the lending market and how they impact real estate investors. Traditional banks now only handle 31% of all loans, down from 44% two years ago, and the number of U.S. commercial banks has decreased drastically since 1984. Investors face challenges…
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About this show
How to Invest and Build Wealth Implementing a Creative Real Estate Investing Education So You Can Achieve Financial Freedom.In the spirit of Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad Poor Dad and Gary Keller’s Millionaire Real Estate Investor… Matt Theriault, real estate investor, entrepreneur and host of the EPIC Real Estate Investing podcast will show you how to create wealth through conventional and creative real estate investing while improving your financial education so you will have the option to realistically retire in the next ten years, or less… and enjoy the good life while you’re still young enough to do so.This free podcast and real estate investing course serves as a portal to multiple real estate investing courses making it a complete step-by-step and comprehensive real estate investing program and resource.
Hosted by
Matt Theriault