In this episode of the Rent to Retirement podcast, Adam Schroeder and Zach Lemaster sit down with real estate investor John Bear to discuss his journey from being a renter to building a significant real estate portfolio. John shares insights into his strategic approach to investing, the challenges he faced, and how he leverages tax benefits and creative financing to grow his wealth. Whether you're a new investor or looking to expand your portfolio, this episode is packed with valuable tips and strategies for successful real estate investing.

Welcome to the first episode of our three-part series on "Creative Ways to Access Capital to Scale Your Portfolio!" In this episode, Adam Schroeder and Zach Lemaster are joined by Ryan Mapes from Release to explore innovative financing solutions for real estate investors. Ryan shares his journey from tech entrepreneur to real estate investor and introduces the concept of revenue-based financing. Discover how you can leverage your existing portfolio's free cash flow to scale your investments without adding debt or diluting equity. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this e