The Top 7 Rental Amenities Quality Tenants Want
When I was a renter, there were a few things I needed from a place. Not all amenities were important to me, but many are. Here's what most renters are…
Managing & Scaling
7 Steps Toward Next-Level Real Estate Acquisitions (I’ve Reached $40MM So Far!)
In a short time, my company closed on $40 million worth of real estate. We bought three apartment complexes and are on the lookout for more. Getting to this point…
Construction Management 101: The Real Estate Investor’s Guide to Overseeing Rehabs
Have you ever exceeded budget, run behind on schedule, or disputed with your contractors while constructing or renovating your building? If so, you're not alone… Here are some of the…
The 3 Best U.S. States for Forming LLCs or Series LLCs
Not all LLCs are created equally. How beneficial your LLC structure is to you depends heavily on the state where it is formed. If you're looking into forming an LLC…
The Smartest Way to Become a Successful Landlord (Hint: It Involves a Field Trip!)
Real estate investment courses are a dime a dozen. If you’ve even thought about becoming a landlord, you’ve already been flooded with ads for them. However, the best education you…
7 Reasons You Don’t Need to See a House Before You Buy It
Traveling to a property is essential for making a smart purchase, right? Wrong! Learn how to confidently buy real estate, sight unseen—and still sleep soundly at night.
How to Use Action to Overcome Fear and Procrastination
Don't get me wrong; it's vital to learn before you jump into real estate. But you don't want to settle for just learning, putting off the date of beginning.
The Least Discussed Reason Wannabe Investors Don’t Take Action (& How to Overcome It!)
There are many reasons (ahem - excuses) that some would-be real estate investors fail to get started. You've probably heard the money, time, and experience excuses. There is one reason…
10 Photo and Video Tips to Showcase Your Vacation Rental Property
If you want to compete in today's vacation rental market, you better have some truly awesome photos and videos of your property online! Here's how to sell your vacation rental…
What Investors Should Know About 1031 Exchange Closing Costs
Planning for a 1031 exchange can seem intimidating. As with many areas of the tax code, understanding what the IRS allows and doesn't allow is not always crystal clear. Learn…
Opinion: New Investors Should Absolutely Self-Manage Their Properties
The common advice from many real estate investors is to hire a professional property manager to handle your investment properties from day one. I wholeheartedly disagree! Here's why doing it…
5 Cold Calling Techniques That Really Work
Yes, cold calling still works. Sure, there are plenty of fancy digital marketing tools and creative funnels designed to generate real estate leads today, but cold calling remains one of…
7 Advanced Tenant Screening Tips
Ever wonder why the tenants you've screened diligently STILL end up wrecking your rental, paying late, or just generally causing headaches? Maybe it's time to add some advanced screening techniques…
