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October RIA Roundup: How to Make Rentals Passive, Mr. Money Mustache on the Economy, & Voting
How passive are rental properties, really? Plus the latest REI news & insights, and an essay about the voting process.
Memphis Rental Property #7
Property #7 is one of the oldest homes in my portfolio, and also holds the distinction of being the cheapest home I’ve ever bought at just $45K. But other costs came later.
The ONE Key to Making Rental Properties a Passive Investment
Rental investors understand the power of cash flow. But to make that income stream truly PASSIVE, you must hire a professional property manager.
Monthly Portfolio Report: September 2024
Here’s how my Memphis portfolio performed in September, including all the facts and figures.
September RIA Roundup: Buying vs. Renting, Interest Rate Cuts, & The Common Good
Is buying or renting your primary residence the better financial choice? Plus the latest REI news & insights, and an essay about how business and government both have a role in promoting the common good.
Memphis Rental Property #6
Property #6 is a very large 4-bed, 2.5-bath home in the 38116 zip code that I purchased with a tenant in place.
Buy vs Rent: The Overwhelming Financial Case for Renting in Expensive Markets
A lot of factors go into the decision to buy vs. rent. But the cold, hard math of this age-old real estate question reveals a surprising truth: you'd probably be better off renting.
Monthly Portfolio Report: August 2024
Here are all the stats and stories from my Memphis rental portfolio in August 2024.
Section 8 “Gurus” Make Big Promises. Here’s Why You Should Be Skeptical.
A new crop of online gurus are touting Section 8 as the best strategy for rental property investors. A close look at the promises they’re making raises lots of red flags.
August RIA Roundup: Cash Flow vs Appreciation, $1M Starter Homes, & Playing the Long Game
Cash Flow vs Appreciation is one of the oldest debates in real estate. But which will actually make you more money? Plus the latest REI news & insights, and an essay about playing the long game, in investing and in life.
Cash Flow vs Appreciation: Which is More Important for Real Estate Investors?
I focus primarily on cash flow with my properties. But appreciation in home prices is also critical to long-term wealth building with real estate. So which is more important, and which should you focus on as an investor?
Memphis Rental Property #5
Property #5 is a semi-attached townhome with 3 beds and 2 full baths, purchased after a turnkey rehab.
Monthly Portfolio Report: July 2024
Check out the full results for my Memphis rental portfolio in July 2024.
July RIA Roundup: Build-to-Rent, Record Heat, & Why I Love the Olympics
Build-to-Rent is growing fast. Should you be adding build-to-rent properties to your rental portfolio? Plus a latest REI news & insights, and an essay about why I love the Olympics.
Memphis Rental Property #4
Property #4 is a few blocks from Property #3, and was bought on the same day from the same seller.
Build-to-Rent: A Complete Guide for Rental Property Investors
The number of homes being built expressly for the purpose of renting, also known as Build-to-Rent or BTR, has grown dramatically in recent years. In this article, learn about BTR, and decide if it makes sense for your investing.
Monthly Portfolio Report: June 2024
Read the stories and check out the numbers for my Memphis rental portfolio in June 2024.
June RIA Roundup: Home Insurance Chaos, Interest Rate Cuts, & A Big Move
The home insurance industry is facing a reckoning. What will it mean for rental property investors? Plus a latest REI news & insights, and an essay about moving -- to a new city, and into a new stage of life.
What the Chaos in the Home Insurance Industry Means for Rental Property Investors
The home insurance market has been thrown into chaos in the last few years. Here's what you need to know as a rental property investor, and what it may mean for your insurance strategy.
Memphis Rental Property #3
Property #3 is my first house in the Parkway Village neighborhood, and it marks the first time I used a mortgage to buy a property.
