The Strategic Success Podcast

EP 115: 10 Financing Lessons From Investors Who Survived Multiple Crashes

June 3, 2026·32 min
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In this episode, Courtney Fricke shares some of the most impactful financing lessons she learned from gray-haired mentors who have survived multiple Real Estate market cycles over the last 30, 40, 50, and even 60 years.While much of modern Real Estate culture focuses on acquisitions, scaling, leverage, and growth, this conversation focuses on something far less talked about: survival.What actually keeps investors in the game through difficult markets?What financing structures create peace versus pressure?Why do some investors survive inflation, rising interest rates, insurance crises, market crashes, and difficult lending environments, while others disappear entirely?Courtney breaks down the philosophies and financing principles that completely reshaped the way she approaches investing after realizing that many investors are taught offense, but very few are ever taught defense.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 with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.If you found this convo helpful, please subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast with Maria Giordano: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast with Stephen Keighery: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money Podcast(Solving Problems in Real Estate): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N

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