Before the Profits - Andres Bernal

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The #1 Reason Why You Are Not Finding Good Tenants with Alan Rodriguez

Episode 17

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 • Duration 44:41

Your rental listing has showings but nobody is applying.

In this episode, Andres Bernal speaks with Alan Rodriguez, a Denver real estate broker dealing with the realities of one of the toughest rental markets in the country, to figure out exactly what is going wrong. They get into property pricing mistakes, rental leads that go nowhere, why Facebook Marketplace is beating out Zillow for certain properties, and the pre-screening message that simplifies tenant screening before the showing even happens.
If you manage rentals or are just trying to get yours occupied, this one will save you months of frustration.

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Master of Flips link:

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Flips-flipping-houses-consistently/dp/B0HBWPY2BF/ref=sr_1_1

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How Not to Lose Money Flipping Houses (I Lost $7K because of these mistakes)

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 • Duration 12:15

Andres Bernal shares his experience and mistakes in house flipping, emphasizing the importance of setting clear expectations in partnerships and taking a conservative approach to real estate decisions. He discusses encountering problems, pricing and selling strategy, partnership mistakes, dealing with offers and inspections, budgeting and renovation mistakes, understanding buyer preferences, and realtor guidance.

Takeaways

Mistakes in house flipping
Setting clear expectations in partnerships

Chapters

00:00 The Reality of House Flipping
02:03 Encountering Problems in House Flipping
03:36 Pricing and Selling Strategy
04:26 Partnership Mistakes
06:32 Dealing with Offers and Inspections
10:29 Budgeting and Renovation Mistakes
12:24 Understanding Buyer Preferences
13:24 Realtor Guidance and Conservative Approach

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Buying a House in the U.S. as an Immigrant: The REAL Differences vs. Americans.

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 • Duration 15:43

In this episode, Andrés Bernal breaks down one of the most misunderstood topics in real estate: how immigrants can buy property in the United States. Whether you live inside or outside the country, this conversation explains the real differences between visas, green cards, citizenship, and how each affects your ability to qualify for a mortgage.

Andrés shares his personal journey—getting denied 17 times, flipping over 100 homes, completing 200+ renovations, and building a large real estate portfolio. You’ll learn how DSCR loans work, how immigrants can buy homes without a Social Security Number, and why the U.S. offers one of the most powerful systems for building wealth through real estate.

If you're an immigrant, investor, or someone curious about owning property in the U.S., this episode is for you.

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Skip These Inspections and You Will Lose Money — Guaranteed

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 • Duration 20:06

House Inspection Red Flags: Underground Oil Tanks, Septic Systems, Foundation Cracks & More Every Home Buyer Must Know

Buying a house — whether it's a flip, a rental, or your primary home — comes with hidden risks most buyers never see coming. After 12 years investing, 200+ renovations, and 100+ flips, I've learned the hard way which inspections you can never skip.

In this episode of Before the Profit, I walk through the 6 most dangerous — and most overlooked — home defects:

Underground oil tanks: why cheap inspections give you a false sense of security, and how contamination can cost $8,000–$9,000 per truckload of soil removal
Septic tank problems: the difference between a $7,000 fix and a $40,000 full system replacement
Knob and tube wiring: how outdated electrical hides inside your walls and what a full rewire really costs
High water tables: why a wet basement can kill your resale value even if the sump pump "works fine"
Mold remediation: how a small stain became a deal-breaker with one buyer — and cost me $5,000 trying to save it
Foundation cracks, settling, and bowing walls: when to panic, and when it's just an old house doing what old houses do

Whether you're a first-time home buyer, a new investor, or a seasoned flipper, this episode gives you the tactical, real-world knowledge to protect your investment before you close.

📚 Plus — a first look at my upcoming book, Master of Flips, coming soon on Amazon.

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A New Way of Flipping Houses in 2026 (Profits So Far Have Exceeded $400,000)

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 • Duration 16:33

Andres Bernal shares a new, less risky method of flipping houses, focusing on strategic renovations to increase property value. He discusses the identification of entry-level homes, the strategy of strategic renovations, and presents a case study of flipping a house in Norwich, Connecticut. The impact of renovations on house value, the importance of cosmetic renovations, and the tactical approach to flipping houses are also explored. Additionally, considerations for future homeowners and an announcement about an upcoming book are shared.

Takeaways

Less risky flipping
Strategic renovations

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to New House Flipping Method
00:30 Identifying Entry-Level Homes for Flipping
02:08 The Strategy of Strategic Renovations
03:07 Case Study: Flipping a House in Norwich, Connecticut
04:26 The Outcome of Strategic Renovations
05:23 The Impact of Renovations on House Value
06:54 The Importance of Cosmetic Renovations
13:14 Flipping Luxury Houses
15:24 Tactical Approach to Flipping Houses
17:55 Bonus: Consideration for Future Homeowners
19:43 Conclusion and Book Announcement

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Section 8 Housing is a Scam?

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 • Duration 13:50

The podcast episode explores the Section Eight program, discussing its pros and cons, tenant experiences, and the impact on landlords. It provides insights into managing Section Eight properties and the challenges associated with the program.

Takeaways

Stable income from the government
Section Eight tenants may have a longer tenancy due to limited housing options

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Section Eight
05:04 Tenant Experiences and Property Damage
12:11 Government Funding and Landlord Risks

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How I Find Deals When No One Else Can (5 Strategies Explained)

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 • Duration 20:33

Andres Bernal shares tactical tips for getting real estate deals in 2026, emphasizing the importance of focus and genuine connections. He covers methods such as real estate events, lead services, MLS/Zillow, Facebook groups, and building relationships with wholesalers and agents.

Takeaways

Tactical focus is key to success in real estate deals.
Genuine connections and relationships are crucial for long-term success in real estate.

Chapters

00:00 Real Estate Events and Networking
10:27 MLS/Zillow and Property Search Criteria
17:06 Facebook Groups and Networking

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Why 90% of New House Flippers Lose Money (And What Nobody Tells You)

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 • Duration 18:57

Andres Bernal shares valuable insights and tips on flipping houses, drawing from his extensive experience of flipping over 100 homes. He discusses key considerations, such as property comparables, renovation rules, permits, and the role of realtors in the flipping process.

Takeaways

Property comparables are crucial for determining the value of a house and should be carefully evaluated before making a purchase.
Renovation rules, including must-do, should-do, and can-do items, provide a structured approach to renovation projects.
Obtaining permits is essential for avoiding delays and ensuring compliance with building codes.
When working with realtors for flipping houses, it's important to verify and validate the information provided, especially regarding after-repair value.

Chapters

00:00 Working with Realtors

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This is what buying 3-5 houses a month look like

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 • Duration 16:12

Andres Bernal shares his insights on flipping and rentals, emphasizing the importance of scaling, marketing, lead generation, social media strategy, consistent outreach, expanding market focus, utilizing neighborhood data, contractor collaboration, expanding property search criteria, building relationships, consistent follow-up, making offers, deal analysis, overcoming time constraints, and the secret to success in real estate.

Takeaways

Volume and consistency are key in deal analysis and offer placement.
Overcoming limiting beliefs and expanding market focus are crucial for success in real estate.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Flipping and Rentals
06:16 Overcoming Social Stigma
11:17 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
17:21 Volume and Consistency in Deal Analysis

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"Before You Rent To Anyone, Watch This — 5 Tenant Horror Stories and Lessons Learned

Episode 7

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 • Duration 20:37

Andres Bernal shares his experiences as a landlord, highlighting five tenant nightmares and the valuable lessons he learned from each. He provides insights on tenant screening, handling difficult situations, and maintaining positive landlord-tenant relationships.

Takeaways

Tenant screening is crucial to avoid problematic tenants
Communication and empathy are key in resolving tenant issues
Maintaining a good relationship with tenants can prevent legal disputes

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00:00 Tenant Nightmare #5: The Complainer & Late Rent

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