The Messy Money Podcast

EP 120: Before You Go From Wholesaling to Curative Title, Watch This

September 15, 2026·21 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Thinking about making the jump from wholesaling into curative title investing?You probably have more of a head start than you realize—but some of the habits that work in wholesaling can actually hurt you in curative title.In this episode of the Messy Money Podcast, I break down what transfers from wholesaling, what you may need to unlearn, and why curative title requires a deeper level of problem solving, research, patience, and risk analysis.We cover:Why wholesalers aren't starting from zeroThe difference between identifying problems and actually solving themWhy competency should come before scalingWhere your money is better spent in curative titleWhy relying entirely on the title company can hurt youWhy speed isn't always an advantageWhy small spreads can be dangerous in curative dealsWhen to bring in attorneys, genealogists, investigators, and other professionalsCurative title isn't just wholesaling harder deals. It's learning how to understand messy title and ownership problems well enough to determine whether they can be solved—and whether there's enough profit to make solving them worthwhile.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 If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe to Courtney's podcast. Liking episodes, subscribing to the channel, and sharing with others really helps. Messy Money Podcast(Curative Title & Creative):https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436NLouisiana Real Estate Talks Series with Stephen Keighery:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRy

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