The Real Deal w/ Neil Clements

47: In this episode of The Real Deal with Neil, I sit down with brothers Max and Lucas Canevaro to unpack how they built a U.S. land investing business while living outside the United States and how AI is completely changing the way they find and underwrite deals. Their business once generated roughly 500 leads per month and sent tens of thousands of mailers, but scaling lead volume also scaled their expenses, systems, and team. Eventually, they realized they couldn't simply do more. They had...

45: In this episode, I break down exactly how I fund land subdivision deals and structure loans to avoid getting crushed by holding costs. If you’re a land investor looking to scale into bigger projects, understanding financing is critical. I explain the biggest differences between funding a simple land flip and financing a subdivision project, including what banks actually want to see, how private lenders evaluate deals, and why loan structure can make or break your profits. We also cover co...

43: In this episode, I walk through the complete process of putting a manufactured home on land from start to finish. We cover how to find the right lot, zoning checks, utility setup, site prep, financing, delivery, inspections, and how investors are making strong profits with land home packages. If you're interested in land investing, affordable housing, land flipping, or manufactured home investing, this video breaks down the exact system investors are using to turn vacant land into profita...

41: Why is your land sitting on the market with no offers? In this episode, Neil Clemens breaks down the four biggest reasons land doesn’t sell, and what land investors can do to fix it. We cover pricing mistakes, market conditions, property issues, bad land marketing, realtor problems, and how to analyze land deals in today’s buyer-heavy market. If you’re involved in land investing, land flipping, rural land sales, or real estate investing, this conversation will help you understand how buye...

39: In this episode of The Real Deal with Neil, I’m diving deep into the world of manufactured housing, specifically the pros and cons of flipping used mobile homes versus placing new manufactured homes on land. I’ve done a ton of used home flips and recently got into the new side, and I’m comparing the two based on financing, time, hassle, profit, and when to choose one over the other. If you’ve ever wondered which real estate strategy is better, more profitable, or less risky, this epi...

37: In this episode of The Real Deal with Neil, Neil Clements walks us through a powerful evolution in land investing, going vertical with manufactured homes. Neil breaks down the history of land flipping, seller financing, subdividing, and the new wave of creating land-home packages that are more profitable and solve real-world housing demand. This is one of the most actionable and forward-thinking strategies I've heard in a long time. If you're a land investor looking for ways to stay ahead...

35: In this episode, I’m breaking down the 2026 business strategies that are working right now in land investing. I talk about the $400,000 mistake I made, why creating demand is a losing game, how to do more with less, and the secret power of doing what lazy investors avoid. If you’re serious about building a real land business this year, this is a must-listen. 📊 Manage Land Deals Like a Pro with Stride CRM Built for land investors—organize leads, track deals, and close faster 🔎 Land Porta...

33: I want to share how I’ve been scaling my land investing business by doing less work and making more money. Most land investors think growth means more marketing, more leads, and more deals—but that’s only one side of the equation. In this episode of The Real Deal with Neil, I break down why land investing is a marketing-based business, how Progressive Overload works, and why increasing your price point can be a faster path to freedom than chasing volume. I’ll explain the difference betwee...

In this episode, Neil breaks down the top 5 reasons your land subdivisions aren't working. Whether you're new to minor or exempt subdivisions or you're running into problems, this episode covers the key killers that can derail your entire deal: road frontage issues, utilities, demand, floodplain problems, deed restrictions, and more. These insights are based on real projects and coaching experiences in Texas and across the U.S. Don't go into your next land split blind. Here's what to watch ou...

29: In this episode, I’m breaking down my journey from being a real estate agent earning $125K a year to building a 7-figure land investing business with a small team. I walk through the painful lessons I learned early on, the pivotal flip that changed my mindset, and how I scaled up without taking on a ton of extra work. You'll hear how I discovered the power of owning land, started flipping mobile homes, formed a smart partnership, and eventually became a land developer, doing deals worth $...

27: Are we already in a recession? In this video, I break down the clearest signs that show we’re likely in or heading straight into one. We’ll discuss four powerful economic indicators: the Fed’s rate cuts, auto loan delinquencies, the inverted yield curve, and the number of U.S. states that are technically in recession right now. I’ll also unpack how real estate reacts to economic downturns, how market cycles differ by location, and why the hottest housing markets have shifted from the Sout...

25: In this episode of The Real Deal with Neil, Neil Clements shares how he's built a multi-seven-figure land investing business with under $10K in lead costs—ever. He breaks down his top 3 free lead sources and explains how ANY land investor can tap into these underutilized, high-value strategies to grow fast without burning cash. We talk about leveraging wholesalers, realtors, and even the MLS to build a lead machine that works for you—for free. If you're new to land investing or want to sc...

23: In this episode, I’m sharing the single most important mindset that changed everything for me in real estate—doing what others are unwilling to do. From making 300,000+ cold calls to flipping mobile homes on land (and making $50K+ per deal), I break down the tactics that have helped me stand out in a crowded market. Most land investors ignore mobile homes. Most house flippers ignore land. Most people avoid platting land. But if you're willing to push past those barriers, the upside is mas...