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7 Passive Investments Paying 8%+ Every Year
Passive income is the engine of financial independence, whether you’re 30 or 65. With enough passive income from investments, working becomes optional. But some investments outshine others in paying high […]
12 States Where Home Prices are Falling
The housing market appears to have more twists and turns than a Harlan Coben novel. After the frothy, frenzied post-pandemic year that saw bidding wars and skyrocketing rents, we now […]
30 Rentals in 5 Years with Small, Affordable Multifamily Properties
In 2021, Jesse Walters bought his first rental unit. Now, in 2026, he’s got a portfolio of around 30 rentals composed of small, affordable (mostly) multifamily properties that he’s getting […]
How to Turn Your “Stuff” Into Cash-Flowing Assets (And Buy More Rentals)
If you could create a few income streams that gave you an extra $10,000, $20,000 or more per year, how would it change your life? Today’s guest has made a […]
Investors Are Rushing to New Jersey Despite High Taxes and Cost of Living—What’s Going On?
At a time when property values are faltering around the country, New Jersey is experiencing something unique for a cold, high-tax state: soaring house prices. The Garden State saw 6% […]
The Markets Where Renters Have the Most Power—And What Investors Can Do About It
If you’ve been fretting about unanswered postings for your vacant apartments, you’re not alone. According to new data from Apartments.com and Realtor.com, the rental outlook has been decidedly mixed over […]
Should You Buy a Single-Family Rental or a Duplex? (Rookie Reply)
Looking to buy a rental property? First, you’ll need to decide between a single-family home and a small multifamily property. Which makes more money? And which is the better long-term […]
The War Has Changed the Housing Market | April 2026 Update
The Iran War is already changing the housing market. Home sales have slowed, mortgage rates jumped back up, a reversal in crucial housing affordability is well underway—and we’re not done […]
Housing Market Reverses Gains as Sentiment Reaches 70-Year Low
This could have profound effects on the housing market, and if you work or invest in real estate, you need to know what’s coming next. Energy shocks, high inflation, new […]
How to Save Up $50K Fast For a Downpayment
One of the downsides to real estate is that the best ways to invest require a lot of money. If you buy properties directly, you’ll likely need at least $50,000 […]
Wealth is Pouring Into These Five States—What Does it Mean For Investing in Those Markets?
You’ve probably heard the phrase “misery loves company.” Turns out, money loves it too. The latest IRS migration data, set to visuals on Realtor.com, show that well-heeled individuals are quietly […]
Ethereum price outlook: ETH faces 6% downside risk if $2,312 breaks
Ethereum price falls to $2,325 on profit-taking after rising to $2,416. The repeated rejection at $2,360–$2,400 resistance weakens the overall momentum. Breaking below the key support at $2,312 could send ETH toward $2,173. After a rally that pushed Ethereum close to $2,416, things quickly changed, and now ETH sits around $2,325. This sharp drop near […]
Ken McElroy: 2008 Prices Return for These Properties
This is not 2008 all over again…but the discounts are looking similar. A “slow unwinding” is beginning. Ken McElroy, a multi-decade real estate investor, owner of 10,000 rental units, and […]
The 5-Step Framework for Investing in Real Estate with Your Spouse (or Partner)
Sometimes the biggest obstacle to buying a rental property isn’t finding real estate deals, or funding them, but getting your significant other on board! This is a major barrier for […]
These High-Inventory Markets Could “Swing Up” in the Next Cycle
Could today’s weak housing markets become tomorrow’s winners? One particular real estate demand “cycle” says that it’s more than possible. Everyone has written off real estate markets where inventory has […]
