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How To Invest in San Antonio Real Estate

How To Invest in San Antonio Real Estate

By: Scott Carson
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Alright, y'all listen up! Tune in now for "How to Invest in San Antonio Real Estate," the bi-weekly podcast where we spill the brisket on investing in the San Antonio real estate market! 🤠 Hosted by Scott Carson –– we're bringing you trends, tools, tactics & stories to help you CRUSH it in the San Antonio real estate market!

Each week you’ll gain valuable knowledge from Scott and his group of real estate investing friends, designed to help you take your real estate investing to a whole new level of success. You’ll find out what’s working and not working in the local market and how you can avoid making costly mistakes.

What You'll Get:

  • National Expert Insights: Hear from top real estate investing pros sharing strategies that work coast-to-coast.
  • Local Vendor & Investor Scoop: Uncover hidden gems from the folks in the trenches of the San Antonio and surrounding Texas markets.
  • Actionable Advice: Walk away with concrete steps you can implement NOW, whether you're a newbie or a seasoned investor. We’ll focus on what’s working in TODAY’s marketplace.
  • Market Updates: Stay ahead of the curve with the latest on Austin and Texas real estate trends, including home values, property valuations, and emerging opportunities.
  • Case Studies: We’ll share current deals and case studies from real investors closing deals in today’s market to help you on your path to financial independence!

Scott Carson: A Real Estate Journey

Scott Carson's journey as a real estate investor for over 20 years in the Lone Star State started with him buying his first home in Round Rock, TX. A graduate of Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos, Scott lived or invested in the San Antonio market for over two decades. He has bought, sold, and invested millions in the area while also helping thousands of other investors invest in Central Texas. His experience and insights as a mortgage broker, banker, and distressed mortgage expert will help you find the deals while avoiding the duds. Whether you are a native Texan, or looking to move to the San Antonio area, this is the podcast to help you buy your first home or add to your investment portfolio!

Join us as we dissect the hottest topics in:

  • San Antonio Real Estate Investing
  • Texas Real Estate Market
  • Note Investing
  • Distressed Real Estate
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Investment Strategies
  • Real Estate News
  • And much, much, more!

Ready to become a San Antonio real estate mogul? Let's ride! 🚀

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Episodes
  • Nonperforming Mobile Home Deal: Kyle TX Foreclosure Case Study
    Jun 28 2026

    Welcome back to our 50 Deals in 50 Days series! In this episode, note investing expert Scott Carson takes us to one of the fastest-growing regions in the country: Kyle, Texas, located in booming Hays County just south of Austin. If you think note investing requires massive capital, this distressed asset case study will flip the script. Discover how you can leverage a heavily discounted, non-performing note on a high-value acre of land to lock in massive equity protection and exponential returns.


    Key Topics Covered
    • The High-Equity Asset Blueprint: This property features a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom attached double-wide mobile home sitting on a spacious 1.02-acre lot. While conservatively valued at a tax assessor price of $123,000, the legal payoff balance on the note is a mere $31,000—representing an incredible 25% investment-to-value ratio.
    • Current Loan Status & Foreclosure Timeline: The owner-occupied property was modified in 2022 to a 40-year term with a low monthly P&I payment of $270.82. However, the borrower has fallen a full year behind, and formal foreclosure proceedings were initiated in February, positioning a potential auction within the next 60 days.
    • The Low-Cost Investment Breakdown: Investors can acquire this first-lien note from the hedge fund at 80% of the legal balance ($24,800) plus a $1,000 transaction fee, putting your total out-of-pocket entry cost at just $25,800.
    • Multi-Tranche Exit Strategies: Learn the various ways to win with this deal. If the borrower reinstates with a lump sum, your first-year ROI can skyrocket to 25%. If it goes to auction and sells at the legal balance, you net a quick $5,200 profit—yielding over a 100% annualized ROI due to the rapid 60-day turnaround.
    • Creative Workout Options: If the note doesn't sell at auction, you take back a high-value acre of Texas land as an REO property. From there, you can pursue a deed-in-lieu, offer cash-for-keys, or clear the asset to rent it out for an estimated $1,500 to $1,700 a month.


    Conclusion & Next Steps

    Don't let profitable, asset-backed deals pass you by while your money sits idle. Whether you want to purchase this non-performing note outright, come on board as a funding partner, or completely master the note business, now is the time to strike. Reach out to Scott directly at Scott@weclosenotes.com or lock in a strategic call at TalkWithScottCarson.com. To learn the exact mechanics of buying discounted notes safely, reserve your $99 seat for the upcoming virtual workshop on August 29th & 30th at NoteBuyingForDummies.com. Take action today, and we'll see you at the top!


    Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!


    Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE!


    Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here!


    Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

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    10 mins
  • Nonperforming Ft Worth Note Case Study: From $5K to Six Figures
    Jun 27 2026
    The $28K Fort Worth Note with Massive Equity Potential

    Are you looking for a real estate investment strategy that lets you step in as the bank, bypass the heavy competition, and capture massive equity for pennies on the dollar? Welcome back to our 50 Deals in 50 Days series! Host Scott Carson dives deep into a unique, low-balance nonperforming note opportunity sitting right in the heart of Fort Worth, Texas.


    Unlike typical cash-flowing performing notes, this distressed asset features a jaw-dropping dynamic: a rock-bottom legal balance on a property that is absolutely bursting with equity. If you want to maximize your returns using your IRA, savings, or investment capital, this episode reveals exactly how a $23,000 entry point could yield anywhere from a fast 21% ROI to a massive six-figure profit.


    Key Topics Covered in This Episode:
    • The Anatomy of the Deal: A look into the 3-bedroom, 1-bath property in Tarrant County built in 1953, featuring an incredibly low legal balance of just $28,000 against a fair market value of $195,000–$205,000.
    • The "Rehab the Borrower" Strategy: How a simple loan reinstatement or double-payment structure could instantly skyrocket your ROI to 23% or even 46%.
    • Navigating Texas Foreclosure Laws: Capitalizing on the fastest foreclosure timelines in the country to secure a quick cash return or take the property back as an REO.
    • The Power of Cash for Keys & Deeds in Lieu: Creative exit strategies to avoid court, obtain the deed directly from the borrowers, and take total control of the real estate.
    • Turnkey Rental & Owner Financing Options: Analyzing market rents ($1,700/mo) and leaseback structures to create long-term cash flow.
    • Partnering and Scaling up: How to utilize small-balance IRAs or partner directly with Scott to fund and flip these high-margin deals.

    Multiple Exit Strategies, Maximum Flexibility

    The true beauty of note investing is that you aren't locked into a single path. With this Fort Worth asset, you can play the role of the benevolent bank or the savvy real estate liquidator. If the vacant property heads to auction, a third-party bidder might pay off the debt, handing you a quick $5,000 profit in roughly 60 days (an annualized return of over 120%).

    "The real profit lies not taking this property to foreclosure... but taking the property back. When you buy the note, you don't own the real estate. You own the debt. But buying the note, you become the bank." — Scott Carson

    If no one outbids you, the property becomes a real estate owned (REO) asset. Suddenly, you are in control of a ~$200,000 home for just your initial note acquisition and light renovation costs. Whether you choose to fix and flip, rent it out for $1,700 a month, or offer owner financing back to the marketplace, the safety net of a 14% loan-to-value ratio ensures your capital is incredibly well-protected.


    Conclusion & Next Steps

    Whether you are an experienced investor or completely new to the space, small-balance nonperforming notes offer an unparalleled way to outmaneuver traditional foreclosure buyers. You get to skip the crowded courthouse steps and control the asset months before it ever hits the public market.


    Watch the Original Video of this Episode HERE!


    Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE!


    Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here!


    Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

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    14 mins
  • Small Balance Notes: Big Returns in South Texas Deals
    Jun 26 2026

    Welcome back, real estate investors! Ready for a steady base hit to add to your portfolio? In today’s episode of our 50 Note Deals in 50 Days series, host Scott Carson breaks down an incredible performing note deal located just 45 miles south of San Antonio in Charlotte, Texas. If you think you need millions of dollars to start buying notes, think again. This episode reveals how a small-balance investment can yield massive equity protection and double-digit returns.


    Key Topics Covered
    • The Power of Asset Equity: This updated 1970 single-family home sits on nearly an acre of land and is valued at over $220,000, but has a tiny loan payoff balance of just $34,000—giving the borrower a massive 85% equity stake.
    • Strong Performance History: Though it was once a non-performing loan, the owner-occupied borrower has been back on track and paying consistently on time for over 12 months.
    • The Investment Breakdown: Learn how purchasing this note at an 80% discount (around $28,000 including fees) generates a strong 14%+ annual cash-on-cash return via passive monthly cash flow.
    • First-Lien Security in Texas: Discover why the legal protections of a first-lien position in Texas make this a safe, high-upside play if the borrower ever defaults or opts for a cash-out refinance.
    • Perfect for Self-Directed IRAs: Why small-balance notes under $50,000 are the ultimate hands-off, turnkey starter strategy for Roth IRAs, traditional IRAs, or Solo 401(k)s.

    Conclusion & Next Steps

    Don't let your investment capital sit idle this summer. Whether you want to purchase a performing asset or fully master the note buying industry, taking action is your next step. Ready to submit an offer or learn more?

    To learn the ins and outs of the business, grab your $99 seat for the upcoming two-day workshop on August 29th & 30th at NoteBuyingForDummies.com. Go out, take action, and we’ll see you at the top!


    Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!


    Got Questions? Book a Call With Scott HERE!


    Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here!


    Use Scott's AI Clone HERE!

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    7 mins
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