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Garrett Brown

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Garrett Brown is a seasoned real estate professional with over seven years of experience in the industry. A proud graduate of the University of Houston Hilton College of Hospitality, Garrett has built a successful career as both a real estate agent and investor. To date, he has facilitated over $5 million in real estate transactions and manages a portfolio of income-producing assets valued at over $1 million. Garrett’s passion lies in leveraging his real-world experiences to guide others on their journey to financial freedom. Known for his honesty and realistic approach, he avoids empty promises and focuses on the hard work and dedication required for success. Outside of his professional life, Garrett enjoys spending time with his dogs, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, and exploring the best coffee shops in town.

Short-Term Rentals 4 min read

Jul 30, 2025Jul 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

How Short-Term Rental Mortgages Can You Help You Scale Your Business

This article is presented by Host Financial. I still remember trying to buy my second short-term rental. The numbers made sense, and the demand was there for my market. But…

Landlording & Property Management 3 min read

Jul 30, 2025Jul 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

The Rent Collection Method You Use Could Be Super Risky—Here’s Why

This article is presented by TurboTenant. There was a time when I thought I was doing just fine collecting rent. I had tenants sending me money through Zelle, dropping off…

Short-Term Rentals 2 min read

Jul 25, 2025Jul 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

The Best Short-Term Rental Market in Every State

A “best” short-term rental market to you may be another investor’s worst nightmare. So, what is the “best”? Well, it’s relative, and we decided to put together our favorite markets…

Flipping 3 min read

Jul 23, 2025Jul 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

How I Funded a Flip With Zero Dollars Out of Pocket

This article is presented by Dominion Financial. A few months ago, I stumbled onto a property that looked like the perfect flip. It was a tired but solid three-bedroom home…

Finding Deals 3 min read

Jul 22, 2025Jul 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

How I Stopped Wasting Hours Hunting For Real Estate Leads

This article is presented by REsimpli. There is a common phrase in real estate investing that says, “The money is made before the deal is even purchased.” How exactly do…

Short-Term Rentals 4 min read

Jul 02, 2025Jul 03, 2025 Garrett Brown

Airbnb Just Quietly Changed the Rules For Hosts

A friend of mine recently messaged me after reading Airbnb’s updated Payment Terms. He runs a small portfolio of short-term rentals and has always been on top of things—careful about…

Insurance 5 min read

Jul 02, 2025Jul 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

You Might Have Property Insurance, But is the Rest of Your Short-Term Rental Protected?

This article is presented by Proper Insurance. It started with a leak. At first, it was just a mysterious puddle forming near the bathroom. The guest texted around 7:45 p.m.…

Landlording & Property Management 4 min read

Jul 02, 2025Jul 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

This is the Best Way to Spot Red Flags During Your Tenant Screening

This article is presented by TurboTenant. You have finally listed your rental on the market, and applications are starting to come in. One applicant says they “just need a peaceful…

BRRRR Method 4 min read

Jul 01, 2025Jul 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

From Rejection to Repeatable Wealth: How I Optimized the BRRRR Flywheel

This article is presented by Easy Street Capital When I bought my first fixer-upper, I was full of optimism, adrenaline, and the kind of blind confidence you only get from…

Building a Team 3 min read

Jun 30, 2025Jun 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

Find an Investor-Friendly Agent With These Five Simple Questions

If you’ve been around real estate investing long enough, you’ve heard: “Oh yeah, I work with tons of investors.” Most of the time, that just means they once helped someone…

Short-Term Rentals 5 min read

Jun 30, 2025Jul 11, 2025 Garrett Brown

With the NFL Season Around the Corner, These Are the Top 10 Markets For Airbnbs on Gameday

NFL fans don’t just travel, they travel with purpose. They book in groups, filling your driveway with trucks and tailgating gear, and they treat Sunday like a sacred holiday. For…

Real Estate Business Management 4 min read

Jun 25, 2025Jul 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

How Automation Makes Investors More Money

This article is presented by Baselane I didn’t become a real estate investor to spend my weekends buried in Excel. But there I was: Every Saturday morning, like clockwork, I…

Refinancing 3 min read

Jun 20, 2025Jul 30, 2025 Garrett Brown

I Thought Refinancing Was Dead—Until I Ran the Numbers

This article is presented by Dominion Financial Services If you’re holding a single-family rental right now, you’ve probably asked the same question I did: Is it even worth refinancing with…