Real Estate Power Play

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May 2026

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Real Estate Power Play Podcast with Mark Monroe and Gabe Rodarte, is an active Real Estate Investors podcast providing real estate strategies on how to purchase property with very little or no money down. How to find buyers, How to work with private lenders, and How to locate off-market deals. We discuss actual active deals. We also discuss how to implement systems and grow your business with your team. **Mark Monroe, the #1 best-selling author, Mark turned his career to Real Estate Banking & Investing. For over 25 years, Mark successfully completed real estate & business transactions totaling over $400 million. During this time, Mark also founded several businesses within multiple sectors including real estate finance, small business lending, and advertising. Mark’s wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry is unrivaled. He is directly involved with all aspects, including real estate acquisition, disposition, and building business. Mark’s strengths as a business and financial expert work in perfect harmony with partners. Connect with Mark: www.mark-monroe.com **Gabriel “Gabe” Rodarte is a residential and commercial real estate investor in Texas. Gabe specializes in applying his expertise and market knowledge in hundreds of real estate transactions, not limited to wholesaling, flipping, rentals, Mobile home parks, RV Parks, raising private funding, and more for commercial offices, industrial, retail, and multifamily properties. Gabe thrives on sharing his deal-cutting knowledge, assisting others to grow their businesses, and continuing to support them as they achieve greater success. He continues to cultivate and add new relationships to his network, to this day. Connect with Gabe: https://www.facebook.com/gabe.rodarte.9

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May 20, 202637 min

EP175 | RA Check Book

Nick Sahagun from Safeguard Advisors joins Mark Monroe to break down how investors can use IRA Check Book Control and Solo 401(k)s to invest in real estate, creative financing, note investing, real estate development projects, fix & flips, rentals, and other alternative assets while maximizing powerful tax advantages.Topics Covered:✓ IRA Check Book Control Explained✓ Self-Directed IRA & Solo 401(k) Strategies✓ Investing Retirement Funds into Real Estate✓ Creative Financing Note Investing✓ Real Estate Development Opportunities✓ Tax-Free & Tax-Deferred Wealth Building✓ Using Retirement Funds for Fix & Flips✓ Backdoor Roth IRA Strategies✓ Asset Protection & LLC Structuring✓ Speed & Flexibility with Checkbook ControlNick shares how investors can take control of their retirement funds and put their money to work in assets they already understand instead of relying solely on traditional Wall Street investments.SPECIAL PROMOTION Book a call using the link below and receive a 50% OFF Setup Fee on your IRA Check Book Control setup!Schedule Here:https://calendly.com/nsahagun-9cf2/monroe-network-safeguard-self-directed-intro?month=2026-05If you’re looking to build wealth through creative finance, note investing, and real estate development using retirement funds, this episode is packed with value.#CheckbookIRA #NickSahagun #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast

April 13, 202647 min

EP174 | Entrepreneur & Real Estate Advice

Chris Rood joins Mark Monroe on the Real Estate Power Play Podcast by Mark Monroe for a powerful, no-BS conversation This episode dives deep into what it really takes to succeed in real estate and entrepreneurship, no fluff, no shortcuts, just real experience.Chris shares his journey from early hustling and flipping his first deal before the 2008 crash to building multiple 7-figure businesses… along with the hard lessons most people aren’t talking about. Key takeaways from this episode: ✔️ Why wholesaling is the BEST place to start ✔️ The step-by-step progression to building real wealth ✔️ How to pivot when the market shifts ✔️ The truth about gurus and bad information ✔️ Why most people don’t make it in this businessOne major takeaway “You never lose, you only learn.”If you’re serious about real estate, this is the kind of conversation you need to hear.#ChrisRood #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #CreditCardProcessing

March 19, 202634 min

EP173 | Seller Financing Notes

Nathan Turner joins host Mark Monroe on the Real Estate Power Play Podcast to talk all things Seller Financing Notes and the must-attend Note Expo this May in Nashville.This episode highlights why now is the time to get in the room with investors, note buyers, and deal makers who are actively doing business.In this episode: • Why attending the Note Expo can open doors to funding and deals • How investors are creating and profiting from seller financing notes • The power of networking with real buyers and capital sourcesIf you’re serious about scaling with seller financing, this is the room you want to be in.Listen now and get plugged into the Note Expo this May.#NathanTurner #Notes #SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #CreditCardProcessing #Note Expo

February 25, 202642 min

EP172 | Credit Card Processing

Philip Holan, CEO of Payment Collect, joins host Mark Monroe on this episode of the Real Estate Power Play Podcast to break down the truth about credit card processing and merchant fees.If you’re a business owner or planning to become one, this episode is a must-listen.With over 20 years in the payment industry, Philip exposes what most merchants don’t know about interchange fees, hidden markups, auto-renewal contracts, equipment traps, and how processing companies really make their money.In this episode, you’ll learn: • How credit card processing actually works behind the scenes • Why merchants unknowingly overpay in fees • The dangers of long-term contracts and proprietary equipment • How to negotiate and lock in better processing rates • What to look for before choosing a merchant providerPhilip also shares how Payment Collect integrates with QuickBooks and helps businesses reduce processing costs while maintaining full control.Listen now and learn where real commercial opportunities are being created.#SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #PhilipHolan #PaymentProcessing

February 4, 202652 min

EP171 | IT’S NOT WHO YOU KNOW BUT WHO KNOWS YOU

Sean Murphy, Head of Growth at eXp Commercial, joins host Gabe Rodarte on this episode of the Real Estate Power Play Podcast to break down what’s really happening in commercial real estate nationwide.From brokerage consolidation to distressed opportunities, this conversation cuts through the noise and focuses on where investors and commercial advisors are winning right now. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why commercial sales are up despite market uncertainty • How the $1.6T debt maturity wall is creating opportunity • Where distressed assets and business brokerage are growing • Why finding a niche matters more than everSean shares how eXp Commercial is reshaping brokerage economics and what investors and brokers should be doing now to position themselves for the next wave.Listen now and learn where real commercial opportunities are being created.#SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #CommercialRealEstate #DistressedAssets #eXpCommercial #SeanMurphy

January 28, 202649 min

EP170 | Seller Financing Loan Servicing.

Sohail Badruddin joins host Mark Monroe on this must-listen episode of the Real Estate Power Play Podcast titled “Seller Financing Loan Servicing.”With nearly 60 years of combined industry experience, Mark and Sohail deliver a no-fluff, highly educational breakdown of seller financing, subject-to transactions, and professional loan servicing, and why doing these deals incorrectly is putting investors, sellers, and borrowers at serious risk.What this episode covers:• Why seller liability never disappears in subject-to deals• How to properly structure compliant seller-financed notes• The real risks with FHA and VA loans• Why professional loan servicing mattersSohail brings deep insight from loan servicing, Fannie Mae, and compliance, while Mark shares real-world investor lessons you won’t hear from gurus.If you’re doing, or planning to do seller financing, wraps, or subject-to deals, this episode is essential listening.#SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #taxStrategies #assetprotection

January 19, 202635 min

EP169 | Inside Private Capital

Jay Conner joins host Mark Monroe on this powerful episode of the Real Estate Power Play Podcast to break down one of the most misunderstood, and profitable, aspects of real estate investing: private money.In this episode, Jay shares how the 2009 financial crisis forced him to rethink traditional bank funding and led him to raise over $2.15 million in private money in less than 90 days, without pitching deals, begging banks, or asking for money.Inside this episode, you’ll learn:• Private money vs. hard money (and why the difference matters)• How to fund 100% of your deals without banks• Why “get the deal first, the money will show up” is a dangerous myth• How to structure private lending safely and securely• The exact script Jay uses to get deals funded every time• How self-directed IRAs unlock capital from everyday peopleJay explains why you should line up the money first, how desperation sabotages deals, and how to position yourself as the opportunity, not the borrower.If funding has ever been your bottleneck, this episode will completely change how you approach real estate investing.Tune in now and learn how true power players control the money before they control the deals.#SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #taxStrategies #assetprotection

December 18, 202540 min

EP168 | Real Estate Tax Strategies

Brent Carlson breaks down real tax strategies every real estate investor should know before year-end.Mark Monroe sits down again with Brent Carlson, who specializes in real estate tax advantages, advanced tax strategies and proper LLC structuring to protect yourself.In this episode, you’ll learn:- Common tax mistakes investors make- Why December tax planning matters- How proper structuring can save tens of thousands- Legal strategies like depreciation, paying your kids, and the Augusta Rule- How investors overpay by working with CPAs who only file instead of plan Want to speak with Brent directly? Call 855-767-1977If you’re a real estate investor or business owner who wants to legally reduce taxes, this episode is a must-listen.#SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast #taxStrategies

December 7, 202548 min

EP167 | Buyer Of Subject To

Cayce Stone on “Buyer of Subject To” with Mark MonroeIn this episode, Cayce Stone joins Host Mark Monroe for a deep dive into one of the most powerful creative finance strategies in today’s market: Buying Properties Subject To.Here’s what you’ll discover inside EP167: - How Cayce structures Subject To deals for maximum profit - The biggest mistakes investors make when attempting Subject To - Real deal examples and step-by-step strategy breakdowns - Why Subject To is becoming a go-to tool in today’s economy - Tips for new and seasoned investors looking to scale without banksWhether you're building your first deal pipeline or expanding your creative finance toolbox, this episode is packed with actionable insights.Tune in to EP167 and learn how the pros are mastering Subject To investing!#SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast

October 30, 202534 min

EP166 | Mobile Home Seller Financing

Alden Guajardo, President of Silvercrest Opportunity Fund (506C Reg D) and Founder of Win Mobile Homes, Arizona’s largest manufactured housing dealer, joins host Mark Monroe to discuss how mobile home investing and seller financing are transforming the affordable housing market.Alden shares his inspiring journey from flipping mobile homes to managing multi-million-dollar note funds, and how he’s empowering investors to be the bank through creative financing, note investing, and private lending.Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: ✅ How Alden turned setbacks into opportunities using creative finance ✅ The role of seller financing in expanding affordable housing ✅ The importance of compliance and using licensed loan officers when creating notes ✅ How to raise private capital and structure funds legally and effectively ✅ How accredited investors can earn double-digit returns with Silvercrest Opportunity Fund ✅ Why now is the best time to invest in alternative assets and private lendingIf you’re ready to learn how to build wealth through secured, passive income, this episode is a must-listen.Don’t miss this one if you’re serious about building wealth outside of traditional lending! Tune in now and let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments!#SellerFinancing #sellerfinancingstrategies #markmonroe #realestateinvesting #realestate #cashflow #realestatetips #RealEstatePodcast