The Rental Roof Blog
Only the good stuff. Never fluff.
Memphis Rental Property #19
I recently closed on Memphis Rental Property #19! Here’s a close look at my newest house, which has a lot in common with #17.
How to Perform an Annual Checkup on Your Rental Properties — and My 2020 Checkup Results
You can learn a lot by looking back at your rental properties’ performance at the end of the year. Here’s how to do it — along with my full results from 2020.
Monthly Portfolio Report: January 2021
A close look at my portfolio’s financial performance in January.
Memphis Rental Property #18
A few months ago, I closed on Memphis Rental Property #18! Here’s a look at my new property, which is my first duplex and my first foray into rehabbing.
The 12 Best Markets for Cash Flow Rental Properties (Updated for 2024)
Looking to buy rental properties? Here’s a look at 12 markets that offer the best opportunities for cash flow investors. Updated for 2024!
Monthly Portfolio Report: December 2020
A close look at my portfolio’s financial performance in December.
My Path to Early “Retirement” with Rental Properties
My first guest post traces my escape from the office grind using out-of-state rental properties.
Monthly Portfolio Report: November 2020
A close look at my portfolio’s financial performance in November.
Stocks vs. Rental Properties: Which is a Better Investment?
It turns out that rental properties are the better investment in the long run — and I can prove it with numbers.
Do Condos Make Good Rental Properties?
All the pros and cons of investing in condos as rental properties – and why I’m selling my condos now.
Monthly Portfolio Report: October 2020
A close look at my portfolio’s financial performance in October.
How to Finance Your Rental Property Purchases
A detailed comparison of the various ways to finance your rental portfolio, and how to avoid the risks of over-leveraging.
Monthly Portfolio Report: September 2020
A close look at my portfolio’s financial performance in September.
Remote Rental Properties Are Easier Than You Think
Many aspiring investors think that out of state rental properties won’t work. But their fears don’t match the reality — and limiting yourself to your local market can come at a high cost.
Occupied or Vacant: Which is Better for Rental Properties?
Buying a rental property with a tenant already in place means immediate cash flow. Vacant properties give you the peace of mind of screening and placing your own tenant. There are risks to consider either way.
Memphis Rental Property #17
It’s been a year since my last acquisition, but I just closed on Memphis Rental Property #17! Here’s a look at my new house, and why I’m still investing in rental properties in the middle of a pandemic.
Monthly Portfolio Report: August 2020
A close look at my portfolio’s financial performance in August.
Why You (Probably) Don’t Need LLCs for Your Rental Properties
Many investors are convinced they need to hold their rental properties in LLCs. But their arguments don’t hold up to scrutiny, and the downsides are significant.
What the FIRE Movement Gets Wrong About Rental Properties
The FIRE movement has been getting a lot of attention lately. But one of its central tenets is misleading and due for a careful re-examination.
Monthly Portfolio Report: July 2020
A close look at my portfolio’s financial performance in July.
