Passive Investing Made Simple

By Whitney Elkins-Hutten

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We know it can be hard to get started with passive real estate investing. The goal of the Passive Investing Made Simple podcast is to make it as easy as possible for you so you can invest with confidence in your next (or first) deal. Each week Whitney Elkins-Hutten, director of investor education at PassiveInvesting.com, will take a deep dive into various topics related to passive real estate investing. Some of the topics include: Tax Strategies, Market Reports, Self-Directed IRA / 401k's, Underwriting, and more! 


Episode Date
Mortgage Rates Explained: What Passive Investors Need to Know About Interest Rates with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Dec 09, 2025
AI in Passive Real Estate Investing: Hype or Game-Changer? with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Dec 01, 2025
The Best Real Estate Strategies for a High-Interest Rate Market with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Nov 17, 2025
How to Diversify Your Real Estate Portfolio for Maximum Protection with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Nov 10, 2025
How to Prepare for Market Downturn as a Passive Investor with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Nov 03, 2025
Real Estate Syndication Investing Explained with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Oct 27, 2025
Scaling Your Portfolio Like a Pro: Advanced Diversification Strategies for Passive Investors with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Oct 20, 2025
How to Build a Fortress Balance Sheet with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Oct 13, 2025
Investing with Co-GPs: What Every LP Needs to Know Before Committing Capital with Chad Zdenek and Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Oct 06, 2025
The Hidden Wealth of Depreciation: Advanced Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investors with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Sep 29, 2025
Smart IRA Strategies: How to Unlock Your Retirement Funds for Passive Investments with a Self-Directed IRA with Scott Maurer and Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Sep 22, 2025
Understanding Your K-1: A Step-by-Step Guide for Passive Investors with Tao Brody and Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Sep 15, 2025
Winning the Wealth Game: The 4 Rules Any Investor Has to Master with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Sep 08, 2025
The Tax Playbook for 2025 - 3 High-Impact Strategies for Real Estate Investors with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Sep 01, 2025
Scaling Smart: How Active Investors Can Leverage Passive Strategies to Grow and Diversify with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Aug 25, 2025
The Risks and Rewards of Using Leverage in Passive Investing - How to Safely Arbitrage Lines of Credit for Higher Returns with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Aug 18, 2025
Beating Inflation with Real Estate - The Wealthy Investor's Strategy for Protecting Buying Power with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Aug 11, 2025
Tax-Free Wealth: How to Maximize Note Fund Investing in a Roth IRA with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Aug 04, 2025
How High-Net-Worth Investors Build Trust: Evaluating Operators and Deals with Confidence with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jul 28, 2025
The Smart Investor's Guide to Passive Wealth - Balancing Control and Freedom with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jul 21, 2025
Scaling Your Portfolio Like a Pro - Advanced Diversification Strategies for Passive Investors with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jul 14, 2025
How Savvy Investors Thrive in Passive Real Estate Despite High Interest Rates with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jul 07, 2025
Demystifying Capital Calls - Safeguard Your Investments and Make Confident Decisions with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jun 30, 2025
Why Multifamily Real Estate Will Lead the Market in 2025: Trends Every Investor Needs to Know with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jun 23, 2025
Return on Capital vs. Return of Capital - Protecting Your Investment While Growing Your Wealth with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jun 16, 2025
Understanding Preferred Equity: A Key Piece of the RE Capital Stack with Whitney Elkins-Hutten & Rob Gallo
Jun 09, 2025
Money Mistakes High Net Worth Investors Make with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jun 02, 2025
Accredited Investor FAQ with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
May 05, 2025
How We Turned Around a Multifamily Deal in a Down Market (And What It Means for Investors) with Danny Randazzo
Apr 28, 2025
How to Turn $150K into $1M in less than 20 Years Investing in Real Estate Debt (With 0 Time) with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Apr 21, 2025
Peace of Mind for Passive Investors: Creating Your I Love You Plan and Essential Emergency Binder with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Apr 14, 2025
Understanding the Impact: How Changes in Interest Rates Affect Multifamily Deals with Rob Gallo
Apr 07, 2025
Staying the Course: How Elections Influence Markets and What It Means for Your Passive Investing Strategy with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Mar 31, 2025
Understanding the Real Estate Market Cycle and How it Can Inform Your Investing Strategy with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Mar 24, 2025
Maximize Your RMD: 3 Smart Investment Strategies for Today's Market with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Mar 17, 2025
Top 10 Questions to Ask BEFORE Investing in a Passive Real Estate Deal with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Mar 10, 2025
Investing In Equity vs Debt: Which Part of the Capital Stack is Best for You with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Feb 25, 2025
Investing for Impact: How to Invest in Promissory Notes for Max Returns with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Feb 17, 2025
Navigating Deal Exits: Should You Opt for a 1031 Exchange with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Feb 10, 2025
Maximizing Retirement: Using Cashflow Life Insurance for Passive Real Estate Investing as a Business Owner with Chris Miles
Feb 03, 2025
Beyond Estate Planning for Investors: From Planning for Incapacity to Truly Safeguarding Wealth with Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jan 27, 2025
Understanding Capital Stacks and Waterfalls and the Impact of Additional Capital with Rob Gallo and Austin Garwood
Jan 20, 2025
Passive Investing 201: Key Financial Metrics For Passive Real Estate Investors With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jan 13, 2025
Reducing Sequence Of Return Risk With Passive Debt Fund Investments With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jan 06, 2025
Passive Investing 101: Mastering The Lingo Of Passive Real Estate With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Dec 30, 2024
When To Use Solo 401k Vs Sdira For Passive Investing With Zach Wilson
Dec 23, 2024
How To Find A Financial Advisor Knowledgeable In Private Equity Real Estate With Christina Suter
Dec 16, 2024
Understanding The Difference Between An Accountant, CPA, Enrolled Agent, And A Tax Strategist With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Dec 02, 2024
Note Funds Vs Bonds - Which One Wins In Today's Market With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Nov 25, 2024
How To Protect Yourself From Potential Investment Fraud With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Nov 18, 2024
Investing With Cash Vs. An SDIRA: How Do You Decide? With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Nov 11, 2024
How To Leverage A Community To Amplify Your Passive Investing With Chad Ackerman
Nov 04, 2024
How To Boost Passive Investing Returns By Utilizing Cashflow Life Insurance Policy With Rod Zabriskie
Oct 28, 2024
Maximizing Your Inheritance: 6 Essential Steps For Managing Sudden Wealth With Rob Gallo
Oct 21, 2024
How To Use Depreciation From Passive Investments To Create Investment Velocity With Tom Wheelwright
Sep 30, 2024
Optimizing Your Career Move: 401(k) Rollover Vs. Self-Directed IRA – A Guide For Passive Investors With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Sep 23, 2024
How To Achieve Passive Investing Success In Just 5 Minutes A Day With Karen Briscoe
Sep 16, 2024
Understanding K-1s: Unraveling The Complexities For Investors With Tao Brody
Sep 09, 2024
How To Shift Your Passive Real Estate Portfolio Into Capital Preservation And Cashflow Mode With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Sep 02, 2024
Money For Tomorrow Series: 6 Ways To Protect Your Wealth In 2024 With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Aug 26, 2024
A Comparative Analysis: Express Car Wash Investing Vs. Multifamily Investing With Eric Fitzgerald
Aug 19, 2024
Choosing Between High Yield Savings Accounts And Real Estate Debt Funds With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Aug 12, 2024
Preferred Equity Unveiled: Top 10 Questions Investors Have About Preferred Equity Deals With Rob Gallo
Aug 05, 2024
Elevate Your Passive Investing (And Life) With "The ONE Thing": A Conversation With Jay Papasan
Jul 29, 2024
Legal Considerations For Passive Investors With Mark Fetzer
May 27, 2024
How To Build A Fortress Balance Sheet To Thrive In Any Market (Even a Recession) With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
May 20, 2024
The Art Of Leveling-Up: Harnessing A Simple Three-Step Process For Living A Larger Life With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
May 13, 2024
Unlocking Opportunities: Navigating The Real Estate Debt Fund Default Process With Confidence With Angela Dunn
May 06, 2024
Depreciation: How To Maximize The Largest Tax Shelter With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Apr 29, 2024
The Passive Investors Ultimate Guide To An Error-Free K-1 And Tax Optimization With Tao Brody
Apr 22, 2024
From Piggy Banks To Investing: The Ultimate Guide For A Young Investor With Maya Corbic
Apr 15, 2024
Top 10 Legal Advantages Of Investing In Passive Real Estate Investments With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Apr 08, 2024
Tax Breaks You Don't Want To Miss: Top 5 Advantages Of Passive Real Estate Investments With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Apr 01, 2024
Leveraging Infinite Banking Life Insurance To Expand Your Passive Real Estate Holdings With Jim Oliver
Mar 25, 2024
1031 Exchanges Into Syndications Simplified With Rob Gallo & Taylor Cu
Mar 18, 2024
Exploring The Real Estate Debt Fund As An Investment Opportunity With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Mar 11, 2024
Mastering Checkbook Control In A SDIRA: Navigating IRA LLCs And Trusts With Dana Udumulla And Nicole Capurso
Mar 04, 2024
Navigating Risk: Expert Strategies For Safe Multifamily Preferred Equity Investments With Dan Handford
Feb 26, 2024
Investing Simplified: How To Invest In Real Estate Without Tenants, Toilets, Termites, And Trash With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Feb 19, 2024
How Your Health Affects Your Wealth With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Feb 12, 2024
Accredited Investor FAQ: The Top 10 Questions to Ask of Investor Services with Emily Mooneyham
Jan 29, 2024
How To Maximize Depreciation In Passive Real Estate With A Cost Segregation Study With Yonah Weiss
Jan 22, 2024
Understanding The Fees Of Passive Real Estate Investing With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jan 15, 2024
How To Make Your Business & Investing Run Like Clock Work With The Help Of A Virtual Team With Anna Li
Jan 08, 2024
Tax Benefits Of Investing In Real Estate With Brandon Hall
Jan 01, 2024
Investing Education For The Next Generation: How To Create A Legacy For Your Children With Maya Corbic
Dec 25, 2023
How To Build Your Real Estate Empire Using Your Retirement Funds With Kaaren Hall
Dec 18, 2023
The Enhanced And Improved Car Wash Investing Model With Eric Fitzgerald
Dec 11, 2023
How To Create A Plan To Navigate The Uncertainty Of The Fed And The Volatile Dollar With Mark Yegge
Dec 04, 2023
How To Teach Your Kids About Investing With Whitney Elkins-Hutten And Danny Randazzo
Nov 27, 2023
The Top 10 Questions To Ask Before Investing In A Passive Deal With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Nov 20, 2023
How Group Investing Can Give You Access to Better Returns & Greater Diversification With Travis Smith
Nov 13, 2023
Macroeconomic Trends To Pay Attention To In 2023 And Beyond With Chris Larsen
Nov 06, 2023
How To Use The Lazy 1031 Exchange To Shelter Taxes On Capital Gains
Oct 30, 2023
How To Amplify Your Investment Returns With Kelli Garrett From Rehab Wallet
Oct 23, 2023
The Transition From Single Family To Multifamily To Multiple Asset Classes With Taylor Cu
Oct 16, 2023
Building Your Team As A Passive Investor: Who You Need, Where To Find Them, And How To Vet Them?
Oct 09, 2023
How To Use A Cashflow Life Insurance Policy To Invest In Syndications And Amplify Returns With Gary Pinkerton & Jaden Zubal
Oct 02, 2023
The Smarter Way To Invest: Self-Directed Retirement For Small Business Owners With Jason DeBono
Sep 18, 2023
Are You In Control Of Your Retirement Plan With Scott Maurer
Sep 11, 2023
How To Use Business Lines Of Credit To Invest In Passive Real Estate With Brandon Elliott
Sep 04, 2023
Understanding The Fees Of Passive Real Estate With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Aug 28, 2023
The Difference Between A Fund, Portfolio Or Single Asset Investment With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Aug 21, 2023
K-1 Tax Document Review For Passive Investors With Tao Brody
Aug 14, 2023
How Massive Value Is Created In Passive Assets: NOI & EGI With Eric Fitzgerald
Aug 07, 2023
How To Level Up Your Life In 3 Simple Steps With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jul 31, 2023
How To Use A Solo 401K To Invest In Passive Real Estate With Nick Gonzaga
Jul 24, 2023
Understanding The Investor Offering Memorandum With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jul 17, 2023
Operators vs Sponsors: How To Know Which Is Right For You With Taylor Cu
Jul 10, 2023
What To Expect AFTER You Have Invested In A Passive Deal With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jul 03, 2023
Becoming Work Optional: Understanding The Math To Your "Exit Numbers" With Chris Miles
Jun 26, 2023
How To Lose Money In A Passive Investment: The 7 Red Flags With Dan Handford
Jun 19, 2023
What Is Bonus Depreciation And How You Can Take Advantage Of It As A Passive Investor With Yonah Weiss
Jun 12, 2023
How To Achieve The Five Freedoms In Life Through Passive Real Estate With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jun 05, 2023
The Transition To A Professional Passive Investor With Jeremy Roll
May 29, 2023
How To Benefit From Passive Depreciation As A Passive Investor
May 22, 2023
Investing In Equity Vs. Debt: Which Is Right For You With Danny Randazzo
May 15, 2023
Myrtle Beach Market Report With Chris Neary
May 01, 2023
How To Screen A Passive Deal In 15 Minutes (or Less!) With Taylor Cu
Apr 28, 2023
Real Estate In A Self-Directed IRA Or Solo 401(k) With Nick Gonzaga And Brendan Walsh
Apr 24, 2023
How To Build A Debt Ladder For Profit And Maximize Investing Reserves With Kelli Garrett
Apr 17, 2023
How To Invest In Car Washes For Cashflow With Brandon Abbott And Cameron Broom
Apr 10, 2023
The Opportunity Cost Of Not Investing In A Deal With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Apr 03, 2023
How To Analyze Investment Returns Of An Asset With Whitney Elkins-Hutten And Taylor Cu
Mar 27, 2023
The State Of The Car Wash Market With Brandon Abbott And Cameron Broom
Mar 20, 2023
How To Invest In A Syndication As A Group With Travis Smith
Mar 13, 2023
How To Make Decisions: A Step by Step Process For When You Can’t Choose With David Weaver
Mar 06, 2023
The Four Ways A Limited Partner Maintains Control When Passively Investing With Taylor Cu
Feb 27, 2023
How To Invest 1031 Funds Into A Syndication As A TIC With PassiveInvesting.com With Andrew Davis
Feb 20, 2023
The Ins And Outs Of Lending For Commercial Real Estate Assets With Ed Gilmer
Feb 13, 2023
How To Retire In Five Years With Passive Investments With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Feb 06, 2023
Why Inflation Isn’t Bad: How You Can Win At The Game With Ryan Lee
Jan 30, 2023
How To Use The "Lazy" 1031 to Save On Taxes With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Jan 23, 2023
How To Invest In Hotels For Cashflow With Brandon Abbott And Jason Boehm
Jan 16, 2023
Raleigh-Durham Market Report With Eric Fitzgerald
Jan 09, 2023
How To Create Financial Freedom And Live Your Best Life With Rich Fettke
Jan 02, 2023
How To Find Great Apartment Deals: The PassiveInvesting.com Advantage With Chris Neary
Dec 26, 2022
How To Boost Returns By Investing Through A Qualified Retirement Plan With Scott Maurer
Dec 19, 2022
Savannah Market Report With Eric Fitzgerald And Chris Neary
Dec 12, 2022
The In's And Out's Of The 1031 Exchange With Dave Foster
Dec 05, 2022
Scaling Your Real Estate Portfolio: The Single-Family Vs Multifamily Debate With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Nov 28, 2022
Successful Asset Management Strategies With Brian Bornhorst
Nov 21, 2022
Nashville Market Report With Eric Fitzgerald And Chris Neary
Nov 14, 2022
How To Invest In Car Washes For Cashflow With Brandon Abbott And Cameron Broom
Nov 07, 2022
How To Find A Community Of Other Like-Minded Passive Investors With Jim Pfeifer
Oct 31, 2022
How To Use Deferred Sales Trusts To Eliminate The 1031 With Brett Swarts
Oct 24, 2022
Charlotte Market Report With Eric Fitzgerald And Chris Neary
Oct 17, 2022
How To Boost Your Returns In Real Estate With Cashflow Life Insurance With Chris Larsen
Oct 10, 2022
How To Vet An Operator In Apartment Syndication With Whitney Elkins-Hutten
Oct 03, 2022
The PassiveInvesting.com Debt Fund Managing Partner Story With Kelli Garrett
Sep 26, 2022
The Top 10 Questions You Should Be Asking Before Investing In A Syndication With Andrew Davis
Sep 19, 2022
Legal Strategies For Passive Investors With Jarom Bergeson
Sep 12, 2022
Investing Passively With A Self-Directed IRA/401K With Scott Maurer
Sep 05, 2022
Market Report: Tampa, Florida With Eric Fitzgerald And Chris Neary
Aug 29, 2022
How To Screen A Passive Multifamily Deal In 10 Minutes? (Or Less!)
Aug 22, 2022
The PassiveInvesting.com Self-Storage Managing Partners' Stories with Kris Bennett and Jon Allen
Jul 02, 2022
Tax Strategies for Passive Investors
Jun 25, 2022
PassiveInvesting.com Managing Partner Stories
Jun 13, 2022