Where Renters Are Moving
September 14, 2026 | 6 Minute Read Home prices are showing little indication that they are going to cool significantly, and that is keeping more potential buyers on the sidelines. At the same time, rents are beginning to move higher again, creating an interesting dynamic for both renters and real estate investors. When people cannot—or […]
Why Flipping Houses Is Getting Harder
August 3, 2026 | 2 Minute Read The latest housing data reinforces what many investors are already experiencing: building new homes has become increasingly difficult to justify financially. Housing starts have fallen to their lowest level since 2020, and builders continue pulling back as higher interest rates, rising construction costs, and slower sales compress profit […]
Cash Flow Mistakes You Need to Avoid
May 11, 2026 | 4.5 Minute Read Whether you invest in real estate actively or passively, the same core risks can destroy your cash flow. Some mistakes simply reduce returns. Others can wipe out profits entirely—or even sink the deal altogether. Here are eight major risks every investor should pay attention to before putting money […]
When Sellers Overvalue Rental Properties
March 23, 2026 | 2 Minute Read I will be honest. It’s a tough time to acquire rentals as a buy and hold investor. Many sellers—including investors and their agents—are insisting on selling at or near appraised value, regardless of whether the property needs significant capital improvements. Trying to explain realistic investor pricing in this […]
How Investors Can Protect Their Rental Cash Flow
March 16, 2026 | 3.5 Minute Read For years, landlords have benefited from steady rent increases. In many markets, fair market rents for one- and two-bedroom units have risen nearly 40% since 2021. But the market is finally shifting. After several years of rapid growth, rents across the United States are beginning to decline. While […]
Lower Rent Isn’t Always Better
December 1, 2025 | 2 Minute Read I recently saw a social media video from a well-known real estate investor suggesting that landlords should lower rent by 10% rather than risk having a vacant property. While this advice comes from a highly successful investor and educator, the reality is that the “right” strategy depends on […]
It’s Not a Mortgage Rate Problem. It’s a Price Problem
August 4, 2025 | 3 Minute Read 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. We don’t have a mortgage rate problem—we have a home price […]
Where Investors Are Buying Homes And Leaving
June 16, 2025 | 2.5 Minute Read Curious how real estate investors are navigating today’s tough market? A new Realtor.com Real Estate Investor Report reveals both caution and opportunity in investor behavior across the U.S.—offering a critical snapshot for anyone building a real estate portfolio in 2025. Investor Activity Is Cooling — But Not Collapsing […]
Winning in a Tightening Real Estate Market
June 2, 2025 | 2 Minute Read When we talk about where the market is heading—how things are shifting and how people are feeling—it really all comes down to the money. Leads are still coming in. Properties are still moving, just not as quickly. Especially on the flip side (dispositions), things are taking slightly longer, […]
How We Made $70,000 with Four Mid-Term Bookings
October 28, 2024 | 2.5 Minute Read Back in June, I started exploring ways to boost bookings and occupancy across our 13 short-term rentals, which we currently list on both Airbnb and VRBO. The answer? Mid-term rentals. This type of rental accommodates guests seeking housing accommodations of 28 days or more — a huge, untapped […]