In the constantly evolving world of real estate investing, staying ahead requires not just keeping pace with current trends but anticipating market shifts before they happen. This is precisely what Eddie Speed, founder of NoteSchool, has built his 45-year career on – seeing opportunities where others see obstacles.
Recognition for Revolutionary Thinking
Recently, Eddie’s innovative approach to navigating today’s challenging real estate market earned him prestigious recognition at the Collective Genius mastermind event, where he was awarded a championship belt for his breakthrough presentation on transforming rental property strategies into note-based wealth building.
“I’m a passionate hot mess,” Eddie humbly joked during a recent team meeting, holding up his newly acquired award. But behind that modest self-assessment lies one of the industry’s most forward-thinking minds.
The Market Reality No One Wants to Face
For two years, Eddie has been ahead of the curve, predicting a fundamental shift in how real estate wealth should be built. “I feel like for two years, I’ve been saying the same thing – that running the math, it’s more profitable to sell a finance property than it is to note it,” Eddie reflected. “I’ve said it at boardroom, I’ve said it at CG, I’ve said it different places, and I’m now in the last literally two or three months getting a completely different reaction.”
Why the sudden change in reception? As Eddie explains: “Gary said, ‘because their pain wasn’t great enough yet.’ They thought this [market condition] was going to be temporary. It’s turned out to be not temporary.”
The Simple Math That Changes Everything
Eddie’s message captivated the Collective Genius audience with one powerful statement: “You’re earning a 4-cap on your rental properties, and if you sell it with owner financing, you can earn a 10 to a 12.”
This simple yet revolutionary insight is transforming how real estate investors approach their portfolios. With rising interest rates, property tax increases, and uncertain appreciation forecasts, the traditional buy-and-hold rental strategy is delivering diminishing returns.
“The market has been so disruptive that the world has turned upside down in how numbers are best achieved,” Eddie explained. “Renting a house or seller financing the same house – you can change your cap rate from a four to a ten to twelve.”
Market Warning from Industry Leaders
The shifting landscape isn’t just Eddie’s observation. Phil Green, whom Eddie describes as “one of the sharpest people I’ve ever met” and who acquires around 900 houses annually in the competitive San Diego market, shared a sobering outlook: “The market has gotten bad, and it’s going to get a lot worse. If you’re betting on houses just appreciating in value, and that’s how you’re going to make all your money, you’re going to be disappointed.”
This perspective is echoed by Eddie’s connections in the hedge fund world, creating urgency for investors to reconsider their strategies.
Creating Financial Resilience Through Notes
NoteSchool’s methodologies are perfectly positioned for this new reality. By teaching investors how to create, purchase, and manage notes, Eddie provides an alternative that generates higher returns while reducing the headaches of traditional property management.
“We are fixing to have the opportunity to drastically change our trajectory in the note business,” Eddie told his team. “The market is going to be kind to us.”
A Vision Built on Experience
Eddie’s insights don’t come from theoretical analysis but from 45 years of hands-on experience navigating various market cycles. In less than 15 minutes during his award-winning presentation, Eddie was able to completely transform the audience’s understanding of how comparing rental returns to note returns creates immediate clarity about the best path forward.
“I had the attention of all the people there that feel like matter the most,” Eddie noted, mentioning industry leaders like Marcus Krigler, Gary Harper, Stephanie Bidders, Amanda Dean, and others who were convinced by his perspective.
The Time to Act Is Now
For real estate investors feeling the squeeze of lower returns, increased expenses, and market uncertainty, Eddie’s message offers both hope and a clear path forward. The note strategies taught at NoteSchool provide:
- Higher returns (10-12% vs. 4% cap rates)
- Reduced management headaches
- Greater protection from market volatility
- Tax advantages not available with traditional rentals
- Scalable investing without geographical limitations
Learning the Note Advantage
NoteSchool offers comprehensive training programs designed to help investors at all levels master these strategies. From beginners looking to understand the basics to experienced investors ready to scale their note portfolios, Eddie and his team of experts provide the knowledge, tools, and community support needed for success.
“Our leadership in guiding people to help us do that is going to be our success or failure,” Eddie emphasized. “Our failure will be just doing good. Our success will be doing great.”
Start Your Note Journey Today
If you’re ready to transform your real estate investing approach and capitalize on the market shifts Eddie predicted years ago, visit noteschool.com/NSM to learn how their programs can help you achieve financial freedom through notes.
In a market where traditional strategies are delivering diminishing returns, Eddie Speed and NoteSchool offer the expertise and systems needed to not just survive but thrive in the new real estate reality.
NoteSchool was founded by Eddie Speed, who brings 45 years of experience in the note industry. Through comprehensive training programs, NoteSchool has helped thousands of investors build wealth through note investing strategies that outperform traditional real estate approaches.
