Lifetime access to Note Investor University with more than 400 video-based training sessions covering every aspect of note investing.
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and resources.
Lifetime access to Note Investor University with more than 400 video-based training sessions covering every aspect of note investing.
50-75 group coaching sessions
per year.
Access a comprehensive legal
documents library.
6 months of personal coaching and guidance from seasoned Note Coaches.
Become a mortgage note investor and unlock passive income without the headaches of tenants, toilets, or turnover. After a decade of empowering investors, Desi Arnaz created the Professional Note Investor Program — a complete roadmap to generating consistent, secure cash flow through mortgage notes.
Feature | Mortgage Notes | Traditional Real Estate |
---|---|---|
Ownership | You own the debt — you become the bank | You own the property — you become the landlord |
Cash Flow | Monthly payments from borrowers (passive) | Rent payments from tenants (active) |
Maintenance & Repairs | ✅ None — borrower maintains property | ❌ You’re responsible for property upkeep |
Tenant Management | ✅ No tenants to manage | ❌ Must screen, manage, and deal with tenants |
Legal Control | Strong legal protections under note agreements | Evictions and property issues can take time |
Upfront Investment | Often lower (can buy partials or smaller notes) | Usually higher down payments + closing costs |
Risk Exposure | Secured by property, but no liability for damage | Responsible for property condition and code compliance |
Tax Benefits | Interest income; options for tax-deferred structures | Depreciation, 1031 Exchange benefits |
Exit Options | Sell, hold, modify, or foreclose if needed | Sell, refinance, or hold |
Time Involvement | ✅ Low — perfect for passive investors | ❌ High — requires time, effort, or property manager |
It Shifts Your Mindset
From “How do I manage tenants?”
→ To “How do I structure this deal like a bank?”
It Changes How You Earn
From chasing rent checks and repair calls
→ To receiving mailbox money while someone else manages the property
It Frees Up Your Time
From solving leaky toilet issues
→ To reviewing deals and collecting interest payments
It Simplifies Your Taxes
No depreciation schedules or capex headaches
→ Just interest income and strategic note structures
It Gives You More Control
With a properly structured note, you’re in the driver’s seat — not the property, the tenant, or the market
It Elevates Your Investment Strategy
From working in real estate
→ To operating above it — as the lender, not the landlord
Dip your toe into the world of note investing. This quick-start video series shows you how mortgage notes work — and why they beat traditional rentals.
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Lifetime Enrollment in Note Investor University (NIU)
Access nearly 400 videos covering all aspects of note investing.
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Network with other successful investors.
Capital Raising Marketing System
Proven strategies to raise funds for investments.
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Boost your credibility in the industry.
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Comprehensive collection of essential legal forms.
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“I joined the community in the Summer. Since then, I have studied the content of the courses. The content is superb! I have learned an incredible amount of material from the content as well as the other members of the group.”
“I love the coaching calls and program that Desi and Patrick have. They walk you through everything and are always there to help and answer your questions. I have learned so much from the calls and am excited to be a part of this community.”
“The Mastermind Group has been very valuable for meeting other like minded people and for sharing information. I have learned a lot about Notes and feel more confident about Note investing.. I highly recommend becoming involved in the community.”
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Laura Moore
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Dr Robert M.
Dentist - Investor
Wayne K.
Airline Pilot
“I joined the community in the Summer. Since then, I have studied the content of the courses. The content is superb! I have learned an incredible amount of material from the content as well as the other members of the group.”
Laura Moore
Investor
“I love the coaching calls and program that Desi and Patrick have. They walk you through everything and are always there to help and answer your questions. I have learned so much from the calls and am excited to be a part of this community.”
Dr Robert M.
Dentist - Investor
“The Mastermind Group has been very valuable for meeting other like-minded people and for sharing information. I have learned a lot about Notes and feel more confident about Note investing. . I highly recommend becoming involved in the community.”
Desi Arnaz is a Professional Investor & Co-founder of the Note Investor University. He teaches investors how to safely & profitably invest in mortgage-backed Promissory Notes. He is also the Managing Partner of the Everly Mae Real Estate Fund, a $20Million hedge fund that sells notes to individual investors and to other funds. Desi is a frequent guest speaker at Note Investing Conferences and REIA Meetings nationwide. He has been a full-time Investor and Real Estate Broker since 1982. However, after discovering note investing in 2013, he and his wife Patricia decided to liquidate their “brick & mortar” real estate portfolio and go all-in on the “paper” side of real estate. Desi loves Note investing and freely shares his knowledge & experience on his website and Youtube channel. You will enjoy his stories as he shares real life case studies and valuable techniques.
"As a student of the Note Investor University, you will learn all of the skills, techniques and strategies that are taught in programs costing $10,000 to $30,000. My objective is to help more people obtain financial freedom as Note Investors. Note Investing has provided me with complete financial freedom... I want to "pay it forward".-Desi Arnaz
Professional Investor & Coach
Professional Investor & Coach
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Custom Note Investing Roadmap - We'll outline the exact steps you need to take to start building your note portfolio
Risk Assessment Analysis - Discover your ideal risk tolerance and how to select notes that match your comfort level
Capital Requirement Breakdown - Learn exactly how much you need to get started (it's probably less than you think)
Timeline to First Deal - Get a realistic timeline for completing your first profitable note transaction
Potential ROI Projections - See the actual numbers behind successful note investments based on current market conditions
Common Mistake Prevention - Learn the costly pitfalls that most new note investors make and how to avoid them
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