1-on-1 with Scott Carson: From Banking to $1 Billion in Distressed Debt

Scott "The Note Guy" Carson has been in the mortgage and finance world since 2001, but it was the 2008 crash that changed everything. While other investors ran from the chaos, Scott ran toward it — buying non-performing mortgages directly from banks and hedge funds in over 30 states. Today, WeCloseNotes.com is one of the most recognized names in distressed debt, and Scott's Note Closers Show is the #1 podcast for note investors worldwide.

In this conversation, we break down exactly how the note business works and why so few investors even know this lane exists. Scott explains how he sources notes directly from banks and institutions, the states where the best opportunities are hiding right now, and what most people get completely wrong when they first enter this space.

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We get into the real mechanics of a live deal from acquisition to resolution and why note investing lets you create win-win outcomes for borrowers and investors at the same time. Scott also shares how he's used social media and content to build a media company as much as an investment company, and what AI is starting to mean for how deals are found, analyzed, and closed.

If you've ever felt like the traditional real estate market is too crowded, too expensive, or too slow — this episode will open your eyes to a completely different way to build wealth through real estate.

Timestamps:

00:11 - 00:24 Introduction to Scott Carson

00:25 - 02:06 The Note Business Explained

02:07 - 02:54 Nationwide Operations

02:55 - 04:47 Trending Investment States

04:48 - 06:14 Surprising Aspects of Note Investing

06:15 - 08:00 Acquiring Notes

08:01 - 11:12 The Role of Social Media

11:13 - 13:55 AI and Real Estate

13:56 - 16:47 Market Predictions

16:48 - 24:23 Real Deal Walkthrough

24:24 - 26:13 Common Mistakes in Note Investing

26:14 - 29:34 Advice for New Investors

29:35 - 31:52 Future Plans

31:52 - End Conclusion and Contact Information

Connect with Scott Carson:

Website: https://weclosenotes.com

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