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A DAY IN MY LIFE AS A REAL ESTATE INVESTOR
Come take a 2-minute ride through a day in my life as a RE investor (Jonathan Mednick) managing our short term rentals, supply runs, wellness checks, and marketing a long term rental property.
Strategies
How I Plan to Tap $1M+ Equity Without Refinancing
After 25 years in real estate, I thought I knew every financing scenario—until my partner Jeff devised a strategy to unlock $1M in equity from one of our portfolios without refinancing out of our current 4.5% loan. This is a must read article if you want to unlock equity to scale faster and grow your portfolio, without relying on hard money lenders.
September 29, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
The Housing Bubble Nobody Wants to Admit
In 2007, the Fed cut rates after months of holding steady—yet housing collapsed anyway. Now in 2025, the same warning signs are flashing: rising inventory, record debt, and shaky jobs. Will rate cuts save the market this time, or repeat history? Here’s a full breakdown of what we might expect.
September 15, 2025 | 2.5 Minute Read
Faster Rentals, Lower Costs, Bigger Profits
In 2025, new homes cost less than existing ones—a rare housing market flip. Builders are offering incentives, warranties, and upgrades, while investors enjoy lower maintenance costs and faster rentals. The result: stronger returns with fewer headaches. See where the best deals are and why new construction is the smart buy.
September 8, 2025 | 2 Minute Read
Wholesalers: Stop Using the Same Script on Investors
Every single week, without fail, I get emails, texts, and calls from wholesalers across the country wanting to buy my properties. I respect the hustle—leveraging technology to reach homeowners is smart. But here’s the problem: I’m not your typical “homeowner.” I’m an investor. And that distinction matters.
September 1, 2025 | 2 Minute Read
From Cash Flow to Catastrophe
In 2011, I sold a fully renovated turnkey rental property that should have been a strong, cash-flowing investment. Instead, poor property management, weak tenant screening, and costly vacancies turned it into a nightmare. What started as a $51,000 investment with steady Section 8 income spiraled into vandalism, squatters, and a tax lien. This story highlights how even a good deal can collapse without the right systems, and the lessons every investor must learn.
August 25, 2025 | 4 Minute Read
How I Keep My Airbnb’s Booked During the Slow Season
When I launched my first Airbnb in Birmingham, I realized quickly—this wasn’t a vacation market, it was a necessity market. For real estate investors, that shift matters. Families, business travelers, and displaced homeowners filled my calendar, but slow seasons nearly broke me. The solution? Mid-term rentals that boost significant cash flow year-round.
August 18, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
My Zillow Hack To Finding Cheap Properties
I’m sharing my secrets to finding killer real estate deals on Zillow! I’ll show you how I use Zillow’s keyword search tool and give you my master keyword list FREE to quickly spot distressed properties and motivated sellers. If you do not have access to the MLS, here’s how you can turn Zillow into a deal-hunting goldmine.
August 11, 2025 | 2 Minute Read
The 6 Rules I Use To Eliminate Bad Tenants
Tired of dealing with nightmare tenants? Discover a proven 6-rule system to eliminate tenant problems forever. No emotions—just cash flow and peace of mind.
August 11, 2025 | 2 Minute Read
A Subject To Deal with a Potential $250,000 Profit
Anita, an 80-year-old widow facing foreclosure, thought she had no options after filing bankruptcy—until our creative real estate offer offered hope. See how our offer helps her stay in her home while creating a smart long term investment opportunity.
July 21, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
Analysis
What a Half Point Rate Drop Means for Your Cash Flow
I’ve been watching the mortgage market closely, and rates just slipped back into the mid-6% range. For real estate investors like us, that shift changes everything—cash flow, refinancing, and new acquisitions. Read on to see how I break down exactly how to capitalize before the window closes.
September 29, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
Rates Drop! I Got a 6.125% Refi Rate
The Fed’s recent 0.25% rate cut opens new doors for real estate investors—especially those stuck with high-interest loans or waiting on the sidelines. If you’re sitting on equity, you’re sitting on opportunity. You can then take that capital and go buy more doors or pay down debt. Your equity should be working, not collecting dust. Here are three types of investors refinancing, unlocking equity, and boosting cash flow.
September 22, 2025 | 4 Minute Read
Cash Flow vs Equity
The Fed’s recent rate cut has big implications for investors refinancing out of low-rate 5/1 ARMs. With today’s higher rates, cash flow can drop sharply—but built-up equity creates tremendous opportunities. Should you protect income or pull cash for growth? Discover the numbers and strategies investors must weigh.
September 22, 2025 | 2.5 Minute Read
What Running Airbnbs for 3 Years Taught Me
After three years of running multiple short term rentals, I’ve learned a lot. This business isn’t as passive as many people make it out to be—but it can be extremely rewarding if you learn to adapt, systematize, and stay disciplined. Here are some of the biggest lessons I learned along the way, broken down into the areas that helped me achieve a clearer understanding of operating an STR business.
September 8, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
The Problem with Creative Seller Financing Offers
Every week, we get creative offers that look attractive but hide big pitfalls. A recent seller-financing proposal seemed promising at $30,000 above list, but deeper analysis reveals why it wouldn’t work. I outline the key red flags and why understanding the fine print can save you from costly mistakes when considering seller financing offers.
September 15, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
The Housing Market Is Stuck, Not Broken
The 2025 U.S. housing market is stuck: rising inventory, low sales, high rates, and stubborn sellers create frustration. Regional divides intensify the imbalance—oversupply in the South and West, tight markets in the Northeast and Midwest. We explore who’s struggling, why, and where opportunities still exist for real estate investors.
September 1, 2025 | 6 Minute Read
Beware the Cash on Cash Return Formula
Thinking about investing in rental properties? Many investors get excited about flashy cash-on-cash returns, but the real numbers often tell a different story. I break down the true costs, risks, and why cap rate is a smarter way to measure profitability.
August 25, 2025 | 2 Minute Read
It’s Not a Mortgage Rate Problem. It’s a Price Problem
There’s a lot of noise right now about interest rates and the housing market. You’ve probably heard the common refrain: “If the Fed would just lower rates, houses would start selling again.” But that misses the bigger picture. The real culprit is skyrocketing home prices. We break down why affordability has collapsed, and what you as a real estate investor should do next.
August 18, 2025 | 2.5 Minute Read
Comp a Property When Comps Don’t Exist
What do you do when a rental property looks promising, but comps are unclear or nonexistent? In this breakdown, we walk through a real deal, explore multiple exit strategies, and how to confidently determine value even with limited data. Don’t guess—learn how to analyze and win with real numbers.
August 4, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
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