The Messy Money Podcast

EP 123: $210K ARV, $7K Buy-In: Is This Curative Title Deal Worth It?

September 29, 2026·10 min
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A property with a $210,000 ARV. A seller who originally thought she owned 50%. And now she's willing to sell her potential 25% interest for just $7,000.Would you buy it?In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, Courtney Fricke walks through a real-world curative title lead and breaks down how she analyzes whether a messy ownership problem is actually worth solving.Courtney breaks down how to build the fact pattern, separate facts from assumptions, determine what an ownership interest is actually worth, and work backward through the potential costs and risks standing between buying the interest and eventually getting paid.ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.CONNECT FURTHER with Courtney Fricke:Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.frickeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfrickeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeWebsite: www.CourtneyFricke.comJoin Curative Title Investing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/curativetitle Louisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LouisianaRealEstateTalks If you found this episode helpful, subscribe to the Messy Money Podcast and share it with another investor who could benefit from it. Every like, comment, subscription, and share helps us grow the curative title community and keep making content like this.

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