In today’s challenging real estate market, efficiency and scalability are more critical than ever. In this episode, Alyssa is joined by Michelle Amen, a Memphis real estate veteran and representative of CoreAssist, to discuss how virtual staffing—specifically remote team members (RTMs) from the Philippines—can help investors, wholesalers, and contractors transform their business.

Drawing on nearly 24 years of industry experience, Michelle shares actionable strategies and insights into leveraging virtual assistants to streamline operations, scale businesses, and build lasting success. CoreLend Financial

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We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

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Investors! This week agent Jordan Ray from EXP Realty stopped by to share some useful insights and some wild stories from the field. Jordan's no stranger to hard money lending and he just recently had a deal going with Corelend. Hear how he finds unicorn deals in Memphis even when numbers are getting tighter, ARV’s are dropping, and appraisals are getting lower and lower.

We also discuss:

• How to navigate appraisals

• Key areas in Memphis where he’s seeing success

• The importance of professional photography in real estate listings

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you navigate the ever-changing landscape of real estate. Don't miss out on Jordan's expert advice and unique experiences!

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We are experienced local Memphis and Birmingham investors and the most experienced local Hard Money lenders. We care about your success and only fund loans we’d do ourselves.

Have questions? Let’s talk! Schedule a free call with Alissa: http://calendly.com/alissa-fowler

Welcome to Episode 14 of the CoreLend Podcast Series: The Investor’s Guide to Hard Money Lending!

🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Brian Trippe, a Birmingham-based REAL ESTATE ENTREPRENEUR with over a decade of experience building businesses in the real estate space.

Since launching his investing career in 2012, Brian has founded multiple companies, including:

🏠 Alabama Cash Deals, Inc. – a marketing company that locates property bargains across central Alabama.

🏢 205 Realty – a full-service brokerage founded in 2016.

🤝 Alabama Real Estate Investors Association – established in 2017, now the largest REIA in Alabama and one of the top networking groups in the country.

Brian shares his journey from investor to REAL ESTATE ENTREPRENEUR, lessons he’s learned along the way, and how he leverages hard money lending to scale and seize opportunities.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your portfolio, Brian’s insights on investing, networking, and building real estate businesses are invaluable.

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