The Negative Equity Wave Is Coming
November 24, 2025 | 3 Minute Read Negative equity isn’t just a financial metric. It changes behavior. When homeowners owe more than their property is worth, they often make irrational decisions—sometimes life-altering ones. According to recent Zillow data, 53% of homes in the U.S. have lost equity in the last year. That doesn’t mean more […]
The 3-Hour Property Manager
November 17, 2025 | 3 Minute Read With a sizable rental portfolio, I’m often asked, “Why don’t you just outsource property management and spend more time adding more doors?” The answer is simple: with the systems we’ve built, managing our rentals only requires 3 hours per week at most. When your systems and processes are […]
Cash Flow vs Equity
September 22, 2025 | 2.5 Minute Read The Federal Reserve dropped rates by 0.25% last week. For real estate investors coming out of a short-term rental portfolio financed with 5/1 ARMs at pandemic-era rates (around 4.5%), this matters. Many of those loans can’t be extended, meaning refinancing is now the only option. The challenge? You’ll […]
Wholesalers: Stop Using the Same Script on Investors
September 1, 2025 | 2 Minute Read 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. Why? […]
How I Lock Up Properties Off the MLS
May 5, 2025 | 2.5 Minute Read There are many effective ways to find investment properties: driving for dollars, cold calling, texting, sending postcards, and door knocking are all great for locating off-market deals. But what about using the MLS (Multiple Listing Service)? Most investors dismiss it, saying there’s too much competition and the prices […]
Identifying the Buyer for your Turnkey Property
February 10, 2025 | 3.5 Minute Read Last week, I discussed a sizable turnkey rental portfolio an investor is looking to sell. Naturally, the seller wants top dollar. If the properties are fully renovated, occupied by reliable tenants, and priced right, a strong sale price is possible. However, determining the initial asking price requires careful […]