Chasing Financial Freedom

Updated: 17 Dec 2025 • 249 episodes
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If you're an entrepreneur, small business owner, or side hustler looking for new ways to make money, scale your business, or turn your side hustle into a business, we've got something for you. We'll be interviewing successful entrepreneurs who have turned their dreams into reality. We'll learn how they did it and what they wish they'd known before they started their businesses. Your host, Ryan DeMent, has unique insights built by 25 years of experience in the financial industry and several failed businesses. So if you're looking for new ways to make money, scale your business, or turn your side hustle into a business… then this podcast is for you!

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DSCR loans in 2026 may be the difference between growing your real estate portfolio and getting capped out by local banks. In this episode, Ryan breaks down how DSCR (debt service coverage ratio) loans let investors keep buying cash-flowing properties without blowing up their personal DTI, even as the market cools and

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Your bank just told you “no more loans”—now what? In this episode, you’ll learn how DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loans let you scale beyond 4 doors without using W‑2 income, tax returns, or traditional DTI limits. We break down credit score requirements, DSCR minimums, loan-to-value caps, reserves, and how to str

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Are appraisals killing your DSCR loan deals? 😱 Don’t let a low appraisal ruin your investment! [Episode 1] In this episode, we cover appraisals, DSCR ratios, reconsideration of value, rental comps, and more. ✨ Key takeaways: • DSCR dropped from 1.3 to 0.95 due to a low appraisal. • Understand the 1007 form for rental

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Investors lose tens of thousands on DSCR loans by missing hidden pitfalls and believing industry myths. In this episode, hear real $50K disasters, learn the critical steps for due diligence, and discover the investor-proven strategies that can protect your portfolio and profits. Subscribe for more smart investing tips

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Which real estate loan wins in 2025—DSCR or hard money? Discover the pros, cons, hidden traps, and the best situations to use each. Learn expert strategies for maximizing profit, managing risk, and avoiding investor mistakes so you make your next deal with total confidence. Hit follow for more insider tips!

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Why do so many real estate investors fail—even in booming markets? In this episode, Ryan unpacks personal stories and hard lessons to help you dodge the costly mistakes and win big in 2025. From overleveraging and contractor issues to new market trends and practical advice for building your team, this episode provides

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