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Remember the heady months after the pandemic, when interest rates and inventory were at rock bottom, and house prices and bidding wars for them were through the roof? They have […]
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Achieving financial freedom in your 30s or 40s may come at the cost of maximizing your tax-advantaged wealth at 65. Many high earners follow traditional financial wisdom—maxing out 401(k)s, holding […]
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Cash flow is hard to come by in this market. Just a few years ago, it was easy to find rental properties that met the one-percent rule, but today, you […]
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The 2025 housing market has already defied most expectations, but a worrying “shift” could throw everything off track. Home prices keep rising in every major metro—even with interest rates stuck […]
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Is a 100% index fund portfolio no longer the FIRE formula? The market has changed, and maybe your portfolio allocation needs to change with it. With index funds at all-time-high […]
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Interest rates are still rising even three years after the first rate hikes. So what should you do: wait to buy when rates are lower, sell the underperforming properties you […]
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In today’s rapidly evolving real estate market, new construction rental properties are emerging as the clear choice for savvy investors. Rising maintenance costs, inflated insurance premiums, and escalating material expenses […]
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a concept for tech startups and science fiction—it is actively reshaping how real estate investors find, evaluate, and close deals. From predictive analytics […]
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It’s true—we regret scaling our real estate portfolios. We’ve learned (the hard way) that less is often more, especially in today’s market, where great deals aren’t as easy to find. […]
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Is now finally the time to get back into Airbnb investing? We all knew about the Airbnb bubble that formed shortly after lockdowns. With low interest rates and local vacationing […]
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Travel hacking allows you to fly and travel for free, often in luxury, without spending tens of thousands of dollars on flights or hotels. So, how do you do it […]
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Let’s face it: Real estate investing sounds glamorous. You picture yourself walking through properties, making deals, and building a portfolio that practically prints money. But here’s the reality: Finding properties […]
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The February 2025 Apartment List National Rent Report is out, and rents are down nationally for the sixth straight month. The national median monthly rent now stands at $1,370, down […]
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A startup surge is coming, bringing lots of money, jobs, and housing demand with it. But this time, it isn’t Silicon Valley, Seattle, or Miami bringing in the angel investors […]
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Most people invest in real estate for cash flow or appreciation, but there are enormous tax benefits as well. In this episode, we’re going to share the number one tax […]
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Imagine making $1,500,000 on one regular real estate deal. We’re not talking about a huge apartment complex or commercial real estate investment. $1,500,000 on a single-family home purchase. How is […]
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According to a new study from Zillow, single-family rental (SFR) homes are outpacing apartments in rental pricing by 20%. The listing giant’s rental market report for December 2024 shows a […]
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I still remember the isolation of those early days in real estate investing. When I was managing my first rental property, I only had two others in my network—my boss […]
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Out-of-state real estate investing is making a comeback, becoming one of the best investing strategies of 2025. Why? Home prices in most coastal markets have exploded, forcing investors in pricey […]
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Does your rental property have negative cash flow? This doesn’t necessarily mean you bought a bad deal, though losing money probably isn’t what you signed up for. But not to […]
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Does the four-percent rule actually work? On paper, yes. So why don’t more people put it to the test? Today’s guest retired at forty-seven years old and is living proof […]
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Tariffs and trade wars could affect mortgage rates much more than most Americans think. You’ve heard on the news that tariffs on Canada mean higher gas prices, tariffs on Mexico […]
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What’s the point of earning a high income—or running a successful business—if your hard work doesn’t lead to freedom? For many of us, financial independence feels like an uphill climb. […]
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Another housing crisis could be imminent. According to a new study from Deeds.com, as reported in Newsweek, over 6 million Americans are late on their mortgage payments, as reported on […]
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Want to get into short-term rentals in 2025? Your first step is to find the right Airbnb market for you. But we know that wading through 20,000 US towns and […]
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How do you get higher rents, more appreciation, and bigger returns from real estate investing in 2025? It’s easy—copy the experts. They’re doing it over dozens of deals, so why […]
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Do we focus too much on just one type of wealth? What if the key to a happy life isn’t retiring early, ascending the corporate ladder, or having more money […]
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Managing properties as a real estate investor can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. You might have seen online that you can make passive money in real […]
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Over the weekend, the Trump administration imposed the strictest tariffs we’ve seen in decades on Mexico, China, and Canada. Here’s what we know so far about the policies, how they […]
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One of the most repeatable, scalable ways to build a real estate portfolio is using “The Stack” method. This investing strategy allows you to slowly scale your real estate using […]
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“Tiny” investments with BIG upsides? Today’s guest turned a $12,000 down payment (all the money he had) into four rental properties and a unique real estate investing business. After an […]
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With evidence of a global recession piling up, Americans have just one question—will we be affected? So far, everything is going well for the US. Job growth continues, unemployment is […]
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If you’re a real estate investor, you know how important it is to optimize every dollar. Retirement accounts like 401(k)s, IRAs, and even solo 401(k)s are powerful tools for building […]
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When real estate investors hear “affordable cash flow cities,” they may think of Detroit or Cleveland. But I think one of the best cash flow cities in America right now […]
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One of the best ways to “live for free” is a strategy almost every successful real estate investor uses at some point in their journey: house hacking. You’ve probably heard […]
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How can you use your retirement accounts to reach FIRE faster? We’ve talked a lot about the “middle-class trap”—having too much of your net worth trapped in your retirement accounts […]
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Do you need more money to buy your first rental property? Fortunately, there are all kinds of real estate side hustles you can use to supercharge your savings, all while […]
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Whether you want to invest directly or passively in out-of-state real estate, you have several options. I’ve invested using most of these strategies myself, and some are definitely easier than […]
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Which real estate trends could make you wealthier in 2025? Every year, it’s something new. A few years ago, it was short-term rentals, then mid-term rentals and multifamily investing took […]
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Managing rental properties doesn’t have to be hard. You can do it without the midnight tenant phone calls, “lost” rent checks, and other common landlord headaches. Looking to buy your […]
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The clock is ticking to tax day, and you could be stuck with a big tax bill. Thankfully, if you own real estate, reducing your taxes is easy. Don’t know […]
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Buying a house, maxing out your 401(k), and leveraging real estate can help you achieve financial independence. But suppose your goal is to retire early. Could relying too heavily on […]
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AirDNA recently released its annual report on the Best Places to Invest in Vacation Rentals, providing valuable insights into the markets investors should target. While the list highlights several high-performing […]
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Small multifamily investing might seem scary to a new investor, but what if we told you these properties are less risky than single-family homes and even easier to buy in […]
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If you don’t want to make money in real estate, skip this episode. If you hate the idea of having hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars in equity and […]
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Could Trump’s proposed tariffs be the reason for the recent rise in mortgage rates? Could this slow the housing market and cause affordability to get worse? What happens if rates […]
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Owning a vacation rental can be lucrative, but it also comes with unique risks that standard homeowners’ insurance policies don’t cover. Imagine this: A guest accidentally starts a fire while […]
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I personally live in Los Angeles, so I wanted to calculate and measure which areas were already prone to wildfire risk, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Then, […]
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New to real estate investing? Stuck in an area with expensive housing prices or not-so-landlord-friendly laws but want to buy real estate? We’ve got you covered. We’re sharing our favorite […]
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Is it possible to scale your real estate portfolio in this market? What if you only have one income? Getting past one rental property is a huge hurdle in every […]
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Why do so many in early retirement struggle with happiness? We know you’ve told yourself, “Once I hit FIRE, I’ll be living the dream! Every day will be like a […]
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The housing market is changing. Some once-hot markets are showing signs of becoming buyer’s markets, giving you a better opportunity to snag your next real estate deal. With days-on-market growing […]
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Airbnb recently unveiled its list of the top 25 trending destinations worldwide for 2025, and only four U.S. cities made the cut. This was a surprising reveal, considering the usual […]
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I don’t know when the next recession will strike. It could come over the next year, or in five years from now. But I do know that sooner or later, […]
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What do you need to know about the 2025 real estate market before you buy your first (or next) investment property? Dave Meyer, host of the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast […]
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The multifamily and commercial real estate crash seems to be nearing its end, which means some incredible buying opportunities are on the way. Big apartment owners have been decimated after […]
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AccuWeather has estimated the cost of the LA wildfires to be $250 billion to $275 billion, making it the costliest blaze in U.S. history. However, finding an accurate number is […]
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According to data from Realtor.com, Q4 saw a promising stat: Sellers were coming off the sidelines and listing their homes. Listings were up 6.1% in December from the previous year, […]
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Are you building wealth but feel like you can never enjoy it? Do you struggle with money, fearing you carry the same poor financial habits as your parents? Whether you’ve […]
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We’ve got great news for investors, agents, lenders, and first-time homebuyers: housing inventory is about to rise…big time. After years of limited inventory, with homebuyers fighting tooth and nail to […]
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Laura Sides had zero real estate investing experience not too long ago. But, within just six weeks, she made $100,000 on her first real estate deal. How is that even […]
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Want to retire early? Then, STOP buying rental properties. You heard that right; buying more rental properties may actually push you further away from early retirement IF you’ve crossed a […]
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If anything has been learned from the LA wildfires, the answer posed in the title is, yes, it is possible to protect your property against wildfires. However, the best protection […]
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Active inventory has been increasing since 2022. In fact, according to Realtor.com, November 2024 saw the highest amount of residential inventory on the market since January 2020 (before the pandemic […]
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Is it a good time to invest in real estate? Yes, and we have proof that real estate may be underpriced, even as we hover around the most expensive average […]
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Thinking about buying a duplex, triplex, or even a quadplex? Small multifamily properties are often some of the BEST investments for cash flow, especially if you plan to live in […]
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Is it a good time to invest in real estate? Yes, and we have proof that real estate may be underpriced, even as we hover around the most expensive average […]
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Will these cities become the best real estate markets of 2025? Norada Real Estate Investments, a turnkey real estate provider, thinks so. So today, we brought back data analyst Austin […]
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When Travis DeRose launched his first short-term rental (STR), he didn’t just want to build a cabin—he wanted to create an experience. Located in Big Bear, California, the “Horror Cabin […]
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It’s every landlord’s worst nightmare: a fire leaving your home in cinders without having the insurance to cover the loss. That’s the issue facing many homeowners and landlords whose properties […]
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Home renovations can substantially increase your equity and cash flow on a rental property, but when doing one, there are two key things you need to pay attention to: budgets […]
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Can’t figure out how to buy multiple rental properties a year with your current income? Wondering whether you should get rid of your student loans before buying your next property? […]
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From over $300,000 in debt to a millionaire in just eight years?! No matter where you’re at, it’s never too late to get on the path to financial freedom. This […]
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Before wildfires raged in Los Angeles last week, we set out to get an update on the situation in Western North Carolina, where its lead city of Asheville was devastated […]
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Can you still achieve financial freedom with real estate investing? Around a decade ago, it was common knowledge that with a few rental properties, you could easily replace your income, […]
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Want to start investing in real estate but don’t know where (or how) to begin? Even as a brand-new beginner, you can buy your first investment property in 2025, regardless […]
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There will be some huge changes to the real estate market not only in 2025 but through 2028. With signs pointing to a supply slowdown, this may be one of […]
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If you’re reading this, you’re probably just as curious about the risks of investing in REITs, or real estate investment trusts, as I am. But why invest in REITs at […]
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In less than three years, I’ve invested passively in around 3,000 units, spread all over the U.S. No, I’m not rich. I invest $5,000 at a time in passive real […]
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“Do I have enough to retire?” is a question most people in the FIRE community grapple with, but today, we’re sharing a FREE tool that will help you put this […]
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Will mortgage rates remain above seven percent in 2025? Are we closer to a recession than most Americans realize? Why does it feel like this economic cycle of high rates […]
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Are great real estate deals gone for good? Not so fast! High interest rates, inflated home prices, and low inventory have made things difficult for investors, but by looking beyond […]
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Interest rates are up yet again, even after multiple Fed rate cuts in 2024. What’s happening, and how long can this last? Bond investors worry inflation is here to stay. […]
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Running a short-term rental (STR) business isn’t just about creating a five-star guest experience—it’s about managing your finances efficiently. With fluctuating booking revenue, seasonal costs, and constant expenses, staying on […]
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The times are a-changin’ for wholesalers. Oregon has joined a growing list of states that have amended their real estate laws to increase transparency and strengthen consumer protections in transactions, […]
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There is an easier way to invest in real estate in 2025. It doesn’t require a ton of money or experience; anyone can do it (even a complete beginner), and […]
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Fixing up a distressed property might be the BEST way to add value, whether you’re looking to flip houses, BRRRR (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat), or charge higher rents. But […]
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Ramit Sethi, the money and couples’ finances expert, is back! This time, he’s teaching you how to have life-changing money conversations with your partner so you can build a “rich […]
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It doesn’t matter how many doors you have or how much cash flow you generate; if your expenses outweigh your income, you will never be a successful investor. The key […]
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Managing the financial side of short-term rental (STR) investments can be daunting. From tracking expenses to preparing for tax season, the right accounting software can help you stay on top […]
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The opportunity coming for real estate investing in 2025 is almost unimaginable. A decade from now, if you buy right, you’ll be looking back thanking yourself for planting the seed […]
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Welcome to the 2025 housing market! It’s a new year, and if you’re ready to invest more, get closer to financial independence, or finally find and buy your first home, […]
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Want to build a thriving real estate business in 2025? There’s a major mindset shift you need to make if you want to be successful in today’s market. Whether you […]
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It’s officially 2025, and many investors may be waiting on the sidelines for prices to drop. Luckily, 59 out of 204 of the largest markets have seen a decrease in […]
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For investors, the road to financial freedom isn’t just about making more money—it’s about clarity: about your values, your vision for the future, and the strategies you’ll use to get […]
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What’s the “right” way to build your real estate portfolio? Once you’ve taken down your first rental property, should you focus on paying it off? Or should you buy more […]
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Today, we’re releasing our 2025 housing market predictions, and let’s just say we’re feeling optimistic about the future. Many of you may have been waiting for a housing crash or […]
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Want to know how to make $100 a day in 2025, all while working from home? We brought the queen of side hustles, Jackie Mitchell, back on the show to […]
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Bookkeeping is not exactly glamorous work for any landlord, let alone a short-term rental host. Balancing the books may feel like a chore between guest requests, juggling bookings, and keeping […]
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Years ago, renting a room in your home for extra income was called “taking in a lodger.” Although the term used these days is house hacking, the strategy is hardly […]
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Welcome to the 2025 housing market! It’s a new year, and if you’re ready to invest more, get closer to financial independence, or finally find and buy your first home, […]
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Welcome to the 2025 housing market! It’s a new year, and if you’re ready to invest more, get closer to financial independence, or finally find and buy your first home, […]
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Do you lean into data when analyzing real estate deals? In a competitive market, ANY kind of advantage goes a long way towards helping you land better deals. And guess what? Harnessing […]
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Calling all couples! You and your partner may be on the same page financially or off in two different directions; regardless of where you’re at, it’s a great time to […]
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Let’s start with a number: $4.6 billion. That’s how much money short-term rental hosts earned using Hospitable in 2024. That’s not just a number; that’s enough cash to buy 2.63 […]
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It’s the season for housing market predictions, and we know who to call! Altos Research and HousingWire’s Mike Simonsen joins the show to share where his team thinks mortgage rates, […]
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Are we finally at the end stages of this harsh housing market? With housing inventory increasing, mortgage rates steadily falling, and inflation cooling, we might be returning to a much […]
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Got a late start on your retirement planning? Do you feel like you missed the boat and won’t be able to retire on your timeline? We’ve got good news for you […]
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You can either resent successful people—or you can learn from them. Which mindset do you think will help you build wealth? Despite the prevailing narrative about vapid heiresses and playboy […]
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Got debt to pay off? You might relate to Leo, a personal finance journalist who’s focused on financial stability over FIRE—at least for now. With six figures in student loans […]
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This might be the fastest path to FIRE we’ve ever seen. In just two years, Emily and James were able to retire early and travel the world full-time. They didn’t […]
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It’s what you’ve all been waiting for—our 2025 housing market predictions! We’re sharing where we think home prices, interest rates, and real estate will be over the next year. But […]
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Which investing trends could make you wealthy in 2024? First, we had long-term rentals, then the BRRRR strategy, short-term rentals, medium-term rentals, syndications…the list goes on and on. And while trends come […]
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Getting into short-term rentals (STRs) is exciting. You imagine guests falling in love with your space, five-star reviews rolling in, and a steady cash flow boosting your bank account. But […]
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If cash flow were already on its knees because of increased interest rates, soaring homeowners insurance premiums have been the real death blow. A perfect storm of disparate factors, such […]
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Want 100% passive income? As in no tenants, toilets, phone calls, or painting! You can get genuinely passive income through one type of investment—real estate syndications. Never heard of them […]
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Mike Baum owns just one rental property, but this one property alone has changed his life. It’s allowed him to become such an investing expert that he’s constantly being asked […]
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If you want to retire early, the Mad Fientist is your guide. For over a decade, Brandon, more commonly known as the “Mad Fientist,” has been running simulations, experiments, and exercises to […]
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Redfin just released their highly-anticipated 2025 housing market forecast, and today, we’re reacting to each of their ten crucial housing market predictions. We’re touching on the exact numbers you want […]
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Want to invest in real estate in 2025? Then this is the show to listen to. We’ve had some phenomenal guests on the show this past year. This time, we […]
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Covering your entire mortgage payment in ONE day?! Today’s guest is proof that you don’t need a full-blown real estate portfolio to start making money. She has only ever owned […]
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When people consider short-term rental (STR) investments, their minds often jump to properties in booming metropolitan areas or HOA-restricted neighborhoods. Big cities come with high demand, tourist attractions, and business […]
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Housing prices have increased more in the last four years than in the previous three decades, surging 47% since 2020, according to a Case-Schiller National Home Price Index report. The […]
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The Federal Reserve has cut rates by 0.25%, and the message emanating from chairman Jerome Powell appears to be, “Enjoy it while it lasts.” With inflation proving more stubborn than […]
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As 2024 winds down, landlords have a golden opportunity to optimize their tax situation before ringing in the new year. Thoughtful planning right now can lead to significant savings come […]
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Are you worried you won’t be able to retire at sixty-five? Feeling financially limited in your fifties and need a retirement plan so you can finally stop working? Well, we […]
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What’s the right investing strategy for YOU? In this episode, we’re going to hear from an investor who has scaled their real estate portfolio to twenty rentals in just TWO […]
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Real estate investing may not see an opportunity like this for years. We’re in one of the wildest economic periods: mortgage rates are high, inflation has cooled, stock prices are […]
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If you didn’t buy real estate in 2024, you missed out. While all the YouTube crash bros and mainstream media were hyping up how overpriced the real estate market is, […]
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In the first part of this series, we looked at the history of the infamously car-centric American suburb, and the second evaluated their desirability. In this final part, we’ll turn […]
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What do you see when you picture a short-term rental (STR) host? Perhaps someone living their best life, sipping coffee on a balcony with a scenic view, effortlessly raking in […]
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Don’t have a ton of money to invest in rental properties? No problem! You don’t need hundreds of thousands of dollars to start building wealth. Chris Young, a (not-so) rookie […]
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Dave said he’d never flip a house. He doesn’t have the handyman skills; he doesn’t like managing contractors, and he can’t design a floor plan. So why now, coming into […]
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Do you want to know how to save $1,000 a month (or more!) with simple spending and saving tweaks? Today, we’re giving you the BEST money hacks for 2025 from […]
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I have seen this a lot lately: people who hold on to underperforming properties because they add to their door count or self-worth as real estate investors. If you don’t […]
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RentCafé’s end-of-year round-up of top rental cities could help prospective landlords formulate an investment game plan for 2025. However, if you think their list only consists of balmy cities in […]
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When is seller financing worth it (as a buyer AND a seller)? Do you need an LLC to start investing in real estate, and will it help you buy more […]
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You can make money in real estate—with or without owning rentals! How? There’s a growing segment of the industry that rookies NEED to know about. It’s more lucrative than long-term […]
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Ever seen those YouTube videos titled “A housing crash is coming THIS year!” or “Prices are falling 50% in *insert state*”? If so, you’re not alone. There’s so much housing […]
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Realtor.com made its predictions about the top real estate markets in the U.S. in 2025, with unpredictability sweeping across the housing industry. They forecast buyers won’t be in the mood […]
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Has the Federal Reserve defeated inflation? Where are interest rates headed, and when? I don’t know the answer to those questions, and you should be skeptical of anyone who claims […]
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Are you looking to grow your real estate portfolio and build wealth faster? There’s a tax “loophole” that allows you to sell your property and roll your equity (and profits) […]
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Alex Preziosi wants to reach financial independence by the age of forty-five, and with several hundred thousand dollars in retirement accounts, brokerage accounts, and savings, she’s on pace to do […]
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Redfin just released their highly-anticipated 2025 housing market forecast, and today, we’re reacting to each of their ten crucial housing market predictions. We’re touching on the exact numbers you want […]
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Disclaimer: Opinions expressed in this episode and written below are solely opinions of the hosts, guests, and writers and do not reflect the views of BiggerPockets. Is it about to […]
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Running a successful short-term rental (STR) business can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re managing multiple properties. It’s easy to get bogged down between responding to guest inquiries, scheduling cleanings, updating […]
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I’ve shared several articles outlining why I believe real estate investment trusts (REITs) are better investments than rental properties in most cases. In summary, studies consistently demonstrate that REITs deliver […]
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Should you keep, refinance, or sell your rental property? If you’re sitting on a low mortgage rate and plenty of equity, you’ve probably asked yourself this once or twice within […]
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Burned out at your W2 job? Tired of climbing the corporate ladder? Starting a real estate business could give you financial freedom, but is it worth giving up the security […]
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Many people struggle with money anxiety, even those in the FIRE community. Your money fears could keep you on the sidelines, or it could have the opposite effect, making you […]
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The hospitality industry is evolving faster than ever, and the lines between hotels and short-term rentals (STRs) are fading. Travelers aren’t just looking for a place to stay anymore—they’re seeking […]
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If you want to buy a million-dollar home and have enough for a down payment, you can now ask Uncle Sam for the rest. That’s probably an oversimplification, but if […]
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“Return to office” mandates from the tech and finance industries are coming rapidly. But they’re not just going back to the downtown areas. Return to office (RTO) calls could cause […]
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$50,000 cash flow from ONE rental!? Not many properties will give you this kind of return in today’s housing market, but this investor beat his competition to an innovative investing […]
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Why does this veteran real estate investor say that early retirement and financial freedom are a bad idea? Why does he think renting, NOT buying a house, makes more sense […]
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After the roller-coaster ride of the last few years, listings and data analytics site Zillow have painted a generally optimistic outlook for residential real estate in 2025, with more inventory […]
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Unfortunately, scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and property owners are often targeted by fraudulent contractors, fake insurance policies, and deceptive property transactions. Recognizing warning signs can help you avoid falling […]
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Another year, another list. No, we’re not talking about the Christmas list I still send to Santa every year, asking to make the McRib a full-time item (I’m hoping this […]
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Many people invest for appreciation. Others invest for tax benefits. But some investors want enough monthly cash flow to replace their W2 income and help them quit their nine-to-five jobs. […]
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The 2024 housing market was nothing short of “wild,” to put it lightly. We came from years of unprecedented growth, rock-bottom mortgage rates, and fiery homebuyer demand. While some predicted […]
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Dion McNeeley retired in just ten years after starting from not just zero but NEGATIVE. He was forty years old with $89,000 in debt, had no assets, a low-paying job, […]
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Are we in store for another agent commission lawsuit battle? Why are home sales spiking right after the election? And guess what…it’s not investors buying up all the houses this […]
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I aim to earn 15% or higher returns on all my hands-off real estate investments. When the average person hears that, they immediately react dismissively: “What?! You must be sinking […]
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Housing shortage? Not in the multifamily sector. If there’s one narrative that held true in 2024 amongst the confusing strands of debate concerning inflation, interest rates, and inventory, it was […]
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Do you want to buy a rental property in 2025 but fear money could get in the way? Putting 15%-20% down is a huge hurdle for new investors, but there […]
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Should you borrow money for your first real estate deal? We’re not talking about taking an interest-free loan from your mom; we mean using “private money” to finance your investment. […]
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Are you beating the average American in personal finances? Today, we’re sharing the average net worth by age to see where exactly you stack up. Whether you’re in your twenties, […]
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There’s something almost mythical about buying real estate in the United States. The dream of owning American real estate spans across the globe. Since its foundation, people from around the […]
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Northwest Arkansas (NWA) is currently one of the best undervalued markets to be investing in, thanks to its combination of job growth, appreciation, and relative affordability. I’ve already written three […]
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It’s the season for housing market predictions, and we know who to call! Altos Research and HousingWire’s Mike Simonsen joins the show to share where his team thinks mortgage rates, […]
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When interest rates rose, many investors stopped buying. But not Ryan Irwin. This rookie doubled down on real estate, choosing whichever investing strategy made the numbers work. Even in a […]
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Yamundow Camara grew up in The Gambia. After losing her parents at a young age, she was taken in by relatives who forced her to sleep on a dirt floor […]
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Most investors understand the importance of diversification—spreading investments across different markets, operators, and asset classes. But what happens if all your investments are equity-based? Even with geographic and operator diversification, […]
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A new report from Redfin details why both homeowners and renters move in 2024. While the top reasons are the same they’ve always been—the desire for more space, greater affordability, […]
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Whether it was high interest rates, uncertainty about the election, or a lack of inventory, U.S. real estate investors just barely slowed down their homebuying, staying relatively flat from previous […]
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While short-term rentals are seeing slowing demand, mid-term rentals are taking off (and fast). Mid-term rentals, also called medium-term rentals or MTRs, are thirty-day or longer stays, usually for traveling […]
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There’s a “middle-class trap” that can keep anyone from FIRE—yes, even high-income earners. Today’s guest has a sizable nest egg that should allow her to retire early, but there are […]
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Are you leaving cash flow on the table? Even if you own a single rental property, there are all kinds of strategies you can use to generate more rental income, […]
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Discounted real estate deals could be coming THIS winter as the housing market begins to “thaw.” Today, Dave is flying solo, bringing you a housing market update on all the […]
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Most people get turnkey real estate investing all wrong. They either think it’s a completely hands-off investment like stocks or that all turnkey real estate companies offer the same product. […]
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Today, we’re talking about the real estate deals we did in 2024. What went right, what went wrong, and what mistakes did we make that you must avoid in 2025? […]
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Is frugality overrated? Is hustle culture a waste of time? Do we over–save for retirement? You don’t have to look very far to find a hot take online, but is […]
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The work-from-home phenomenon—incorporated during and after the pandemic—may be ending as more companies demand that workers return to the office. That’s good news for both corporate and residential landlords. Amazon […]
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High interest rates have devastated commercial real estate markets from 2022-2024. Rampant inflation drove the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates 11 times between early 2022 to mid-2023. After sitting […]
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Would you spend thirty hours finding a deal if it could make you over $100,000? Of course you would! And that’s exactly what David Lecko, CEO of DealMachine, suggests you […]
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At the age of twenty-seven, this “rookie” has already completed over 100 real estate deals. The key to her success? She’s been in real estate since she was just seventeen […]
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Did economic sentiment decide the 2024 presidential election? For many Americans, the economy was top of mind when deciding who to vote for in this past election. With inflationary worries, […]
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Much of the pandemic-era hotspots have cooled down, namely in Florida. Now, the Northeast is showing strong price appreciation, along with several Midwestern markets that have consistently been the more […]
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If you invest right, real estate can offer asymmetric returns: high potential returns with relatively low risk. Sure, it requires a degree of skill, but by investing alongside others in […]
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If you follow the almost unbelievable path of today’s guest, you, too, could achieve financial independence in your thirties. Would we recommend mimicking his strategy step-by-step? No! Because if you […]
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Has the Federal Reserve gone too far? Many Americans are critical of the Fed’s move to raise interest rates sharply, pause for years, and then slowly start implementing rate cuts. […]
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Want to estimate your NOI (net operating income) BEFORE you buy a rental property? Calculating NOI in real estate isn’t hard, and after doing this dozens and dozens of times, […]
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Has the Federal Reserve gone too far? Many Americans are critical of the Fed’s move to raise interest rates sharply, pause for years, and then slowly start implementing rate cuts. […]
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The Raleigh and Charlotte, North Carolina, metros grew tremendously over the past five years, with a population growth of 11.53% and 8.81%, respectively (the U.S. average was 2.94%). Raleigh also […]
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After a mammoth $418 million National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement threatened to decimate real estate agent commissions, AccountTECH, an accounting software firm, has crunched the numbers to see how […]
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Want to quit your job with real estate investing? Rookie investor Miller McSwain has a strategy anyone can copy to make serious cash flow. This investing strategy is rookie-friendly and […]
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Every landlord has some wild tenant stories. We’re sharing the ones you probably won’t believe in this episode. And we’re not just talking about a bad eviction or an upstairs […]
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Would you move abroad to reach FI faster? That wasn’t Brooklin Nash’s original goal when he left the US and began freelancing from afar. But now, years later, he realizes […]
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The newest Zillow Rental Market Report is out, and it’s showing ‘‘a softening of the rental market beyond regular seasonality.’’ Apparently, rental demand dipped double below what’s typical for this […]
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Americans are becoming increasingly worried about housing costs, according to the Pew Research Center, with 69% of survey respondents reporting that they are “very concerned.” Nearly one-third of Americans were […]
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This rookie has grown his real estate portfolio to seven properties, $5,000 in monthly cash flow, and over $1 million in total equity in just SIX years. His strategy isn’t […]
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When you look at the “Hottest Real Estate Markets” lists from major publications, they often miss many crucial factors that truly make a market worth investing in. So, after getting […]
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What if, within ten years, you could reach financial freedom? Imagine it. You may have a high-stress job where you’re working long hours and making good money but feeling burnout […]
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If you’re diving into the world of real estate investing or flipping, you know it’s not just about buying low and selling high. It’s about creating a space that truly […]
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There’s a new word to describe the U.S. real estate market: stuck. Real estate transactions haven’t picked up as expected, even after conscious cuts to interest rates. Even the Wall […]
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How much should your down payment for investment property be? Should you increase your down payment to maximize cash flow, or does putting all your financial eggs in one basket […]
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Could a few years of aggressive saving put you in the fast lane for financial independence? Is the grind even worth it? Today’s guest was well on his way to […]
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What makes a “good” real estate deal in 2025 and beyond? How much of a return should your investment property be producing? Are real estate returns good enough in this […]
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It’s what you’ve all been waiting for—our 2025 housing market predictions! We’re sharing where we think home prices, interest rates, and real estate will be over the next year. But […]
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With the presidential election now in the rearview mirror, it’s time to plan and execute your financial strategy, given the new policies likely under a second Trump administration. Let me […]
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The Fed’s latest rate cut comes as inflation ticks back up to 2.6%. Although the second rate cut in 2024 was only half the size of the first one at […]
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When I first dipped my toes into the world of house flipping, I was filled with excitement and a fair share of naiveté. I had dreams of turning rundown properties […]
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Can you still make huge profits from real estate in today’s market? While high interest rates and inflated home prices can make it difficult to find a cash-flowing rental property, […]
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Today, we’re talking about the easiest way to find profitable rental properties in 2024 (and 2025!). It’s not through cold calling homeowners, sending mailers, networking with wholesalers, or doing any […]
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Is paying off debt or investing (and potentially using more debt) the best way to reach FIRE? The average American has $104,215 in mortgages, student loans, credit cards, and other […]
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You signed up for short-term rentals (STRs) to make extra cash and get a little passive income. But fast-forward to today, and you’re practically glued to your phone, toggling between […]
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According to government-backed housing lender Freddie Mac, there are currently 30 renter households for each house for sale. For real estate investors, the message is clear: There has never been […]
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The American Dream was once an everyday reality for most Americans. Now, it’s seemingly impossible for even high-income-earning households to achieve. What went wrong, and is it still possible for […]
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Can you still find great deals in today’s cutthroat housing market? Of course! But you may need to go off the beaten path. Rookie investor Karl Denton looks beyond the […]
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Clay White has done the seemingly impossible. He’s bought five rental properties, completed multiple flips, and done it all in the past fifteen months with high mortgage rates. To make […]
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It’s hard to let go of control. Scary, even. But every time I’ve taken a calculated risk to surrender control in exchange for more freedom, I’ve made progress toward my […]
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The Fed announced on Nov. 7 that it was dropping rates by 0.25%, following the 0.5% (50 basis point) cut in September. Investors might hope that—with inflation under control—another rate […]
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Yes, it’s possible to retire early, even if you’re just now diving into the FIRE movement. Early retirement could be within reach whether you’re in your twenties, thirties, forties, or […]
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You’re planning to move soon and are asking yourself, “Should I sell or rent my house?” What if you’ve got little-to-no cash flow potential? Is future appreciation worth betting on? […]
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So you want to start investing in real estate but have ZERO experience. What should you do? The good news is that even if you don’t know how to invest […]
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Most people are missing out on what could be the best real estate investments of 2025. Why? Most investors don’t even know about them or have never had access to […]
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Real estate investing could help you achieve your financial goals, whether it’s to make enough cash flow to replace your W2 income or build wealth for an early retirement. Like […]
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Can you invest in real estate with just $75,000? And not only invest but can you find cash-flowing rentals in solid markets with long-term profit potential without spending six figures? […]
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Should you move to reach FIRE? And if so, where to? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain and revealing the best places to retire in the US in […]
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Updated with voting results on Wednesday, November 6. California isn’t the only state that will decide on important housing issues at the ballot box on Nov. 5, but it is […]
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If you are lucky enough to have a spare room in your house that is not filled with random junk, congratulations—you may be sitting on some extra cash. The threat […]
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Everyone is awaiting the 2024 presidential election results—especially homebuyers. As mortgage rates rise again, potential homebuyers are sitting on the sidelines, hoping that the next president could make it a […]
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Can you start investing in real estate WITHOUT a stable W2 job? How will you get a loan? What happens if you have a fluctuating income? Are you completely out […]
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Is property “rezoning” the trick to making much more money in real estate? Our guest is using zoning laws to his favor by finding areas with hidden potential but NO […]
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Real estate investing is one of the best ways to build wealth, but there’s a hidden trap that even seasoned investors fall into—it’s called poor bookkeeping practices that quietly drain […]
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As the U.S. anxiously awaits the outcome of the presidential election on Nov. 5, some of that anxiety is reportedly spilling over into the real estate market. For some buyers, […]
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Want to build your rental portfolio FAST? Today, we’re teaching you how to buy multiple rental properties per year, the best tips to raise rents while keeping tenant turnover low, […]
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Are you saving TOO much for retirement (or early retirement)? Could you retire years sooner than you think? Will retirement expenses be even less than what you spend now, allowing […]
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Real estate investing is great…sometimes. Other times, it’s NOT fun to be a real estate investor. While the pros, like financial freedom, generational wealth, and passive income definitely outweigh the […]
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Evictions suck—for everyone. They’re bad for the property owner, the tenant, and America as a whole. On the lowest end of the spectrum, evictions cost Americans over $14,000,000,000 (that’s BILLION) […]
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Recently, we shared “8 Reasons Why REITs Are More Rewarding Than Rentals.” In short, studies show that REITs earn 2% to 4% higher annual returns than private real estate. There […]
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The possibility of a recession has been mulled over ad nauseam by seemingly every economist and finance expert over the past couple of years. Hard landing, soft landing—how about a […]
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Want to know how to flip a house in 2024? We brought on a rookie with a real-life deal to walk through every beginner step of flipping houses so you […]
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Discounted real estate deals could be coming THIS winter as the housing market begins to “thaw.” Today, Dave is flying solo, bringing you a housing market update on all the […]
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You can attack financial independence from one of two angles. You can create a strict timeline for achieving FIRE, or you can calculate your FIRE number and take your time […]
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Despite mortgage rate unpredictability, the real estate market is growing in some of the country’s priciest cities. According to the latest Zillow data, listings and homes going under contract have […]
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Scaling a real estate portfolio can feel like a never-ending task; sometimes, the most important steps can slip through the cracks. The last thing you want is a massive bill […]
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There’s a peculiar narrative circulating the Internet about affluent lifetime renters who rent by choice rather than out of necessity. Stories are going around about people who prefer the freedom […]
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Which generation is taking control of the housing market? With Baby Boomers sitting on an enormous amount of equity-based wealth, younger generations now have to do their part to get […]
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Today’s guest bought his first rental property within just ninety days of learning about real estate investing. So, if you’re wondering how to buy a rental property or get started […]