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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
The 3-Hour Property Manager
Managing a large rental portfolio takes me less than three hours a week—and I break down exactly how I do it. From automated systems to simple workflows that save hours, I reveal the tools, strategies, and steps anyone can use to self-manage efficiently. Read on and steal my playbook.
November 17, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
Should You Hire A Property Manager or Self-Manage?
We often sell turnkey properties to other investors—but what exactly does that mean? A turnkey property is a fully renovated, cash-flowing, tenant-occupied home that’s already stabilized, allowing the buyer to start earning income from day one. One of the most critical parts of the turnkey process is deciding who will manage the property after the sale. This single decision can make or break your rental investment and is one of the most important choices to consider before purchasing.
November 10, 2025 | 3.5 Minute Read
Our Secret to Being Airbnb Super hosts
After four years owning and managing short-term rentals, I’ve learned what truly drives profit—and it’s not what the YouTube gurus say. From optimizing listings to my secret “wellness check” system, these lessons helped me net 6.5× more than long-term rentals. Here’s what really works (and what doesn’t) in short-term rental success.
November 3, 2025 | 4 Minute Read
Step-by-Step to Getting Your Rental Approved for Section 8
I walk you through the exact process of getting your rental property approved for Section 8—from contacting the local housing authority and preparing for inspections to submitting the RFTA, signing the HAP contract, and moving the tenant into the property. My goal is to make the process smooth, compliant, and profitable with guaranteed rent payments.
October 27, 2025 | 5 Minute Read
Why Most Passive Real Estate Investors Lose Money
Most passive real estate investments advertise returns between 12% and 20%. Some offer higher potential gains but carry significant risk, while others are more moderate and stable. The real challenge for investors is figuring out how to tell the difference and not lose your shirt.
October 20, 2025 | 4 Minute Read
How I Influence Appraisers Without Breaking Rules
I recently guided fellow investors through a rental property refinance, and the key player in this process is the appraiser. Their valuation directly affects your loan, so it’s important to provide “guidance” that helps support your projected value. Here are my top tips for working effectively with appraisers and make sure you hit your number on your value.
October 20, 2025 | 2 Minute Read
My Week of Chaos Running Short-Term Rentals
Last week tested every part of my short-term rental business—wasp nest in the attic, rodents in a kitchen, a tree limb damaging a guest’s car, and absolutely the worst guest we have ever hosted. It wasn’t pretty, but it all happened in the same week at five different properties. When I look back, I honestly don’t believe it. Here’s how I handled the chaos.
October 13, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
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
Analysis
Refinancing Your Rental? Ask This One Question
Many investors come to me for help securing bridge and refinance loans—usually when they reach the third R in the BRRRR strategy: Refinance. That third R is the turning point. It determines whether your capital stays trapped in a property indefinitely or gets recycled into acquiring more deals. Unless you have unlimited funds, mastering the refinance step is essential. But before you ever write an offer, you must ask yourself the most important question in the entire BRRRR process.
November 17, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
A Wholesaler Without A Clue
A wholesaler sent me his “hot deal. After reviewing it and challenging his numbers, they started changing faster than the weather. From $180K ARV to mystery rehab math, this “opportunity” unraveled in real time. Here’s how I spotted the red flags, crunched the numbers, and dodged a deal that simply didn’t add up.
November 10, 2025 | 4 Minute Read
Waiting for Lower Rates? Here’s Why I’m Not
I’m facing a major decision—should I refinance my 20-property, $3M rental portfolio now or wait until 2026? The numbers, timing, and market shifts all tell a story that could impact every real estate investor. This could be one of the most important reads on refinancing you’ll come across. Here’s what I discovered while running the math.
November 3, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
Rental Arbitrage: When The Numbers Don’t Work
A local investor offered to lease her furnished Airbnb for $1,275 a month. After reviewing the numbers, I discovered the rental arbitrage model wouldn’t cash flow. Here’s how I analyzed it.
October 27, 2025 | 3.5 Minute Read
Which Is Smarter: 5/1 ARM or 30 Yr Fixed?
I’m refinancing four of my investment properties and comparing two very different options—a local bank offering flexibility with a 5/1 ARM, and institutional DSCR lenders offering 30-year fixed. I’ll break down the real numbers, benefits, and tradeoffs investors should consider before choosing their next refinance strategy.
October 13, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
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
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