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He Doesn’t Own These Rentals (But They Helped Him Quit His Job)
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- Posted on October 12, 2026
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Most rookies think you need dozens of rentals before you can walk away from your job. But what if the fastest way to replace your income didn’t require building a […]
The Lazy Investor’s Guide to Finding Rental Properties
- Posted by rbetz
- Posted on October 9, 2026
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This is how to find investment properties the lazy way. Many of us work full-time jobs, have kids, or juggle a lot of responsibilities, so we can’t dedicate days each […]
Cash Flow vs. Appreciation: What Matters Most in 2027 (Rookie Reply)
- Posted by rbetz
- Posted on October 9, 2026
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Should a rental property put cash in your pocket each month or build serious wealth over time? Cash flow versus appreciation is the oldest debate in real estate investing, but […]
The American Economy Enters Its “Lost Decade”
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- Posted on October 8, 2026
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America could enter what nobody wants—a “lost decade.” No huge gains, no massive price drops, just a slow, stagnating market where inflation eats away at the returns we once thought […]
Comparing Short-Term Rental Insurance? 5 Questions That Reveal What You’re Actually Looking At
- Posted by rbetz
- Posted on October 7, 2026
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A screwdriver, a hammer, a saw, and a wrench come from the same toolbox but are for different jobs. You wouldn’t grab one at random and expect it to do […]
Property Winterization for Landlords: How to Keep a Frozen Pipe From Becoming a Denied Claim
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- Posted on October 7, 2026
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Right now, frozen pipes probably aren’t on your radar. But your insurance company is already thinking about them. Cold snaps don’t follow your calendar. One hard freeze on a night […]
The AI Tools That Save Real Estate Investors Time and Money (Weekly!)
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- Posted on October 7, 2026
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Still using AI like a fancy search engine? Then you’re leaving hours of your week, and a lot of money, on the table. Using the right AI tools in your […]
Scott Galloway: Stop Being an Earner, Start Being an Owner
- Posted by rbetz
- Posted on October 7, 2026
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Get a good corporate job, save some money, and start investing ASAP. If you’re going to buy a house, do it here. That’s Scott Galloway’s advice, or, as you may […]
America Doesn’t Have a Housing “Shortage” (It’s Something Much Worse)
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- Posted on October 6, 2026
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For years, we’ve been told that the United States is short millions of homes, and that building more units is the key to solving the affordable housing crisis. But a […]
Basis explained: The tax term every listing agent should understand
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- Posted on October 6, 2026
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Basis is the unglamorous arithmetic that decides how much of your equity you keep when the tax man comes calling, America Foy writes.
Condo prices stall across the US — not just in Florida — analysis shows
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- Posted on October 6, 2026
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Condos are sitting for longer than houses before selling, which wasn’t the case before the pandemic. Inman takes a closer look at the data.
Hex appeal: What whimsigoth means for fall listings
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- Posted on October 6, 2026
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Whimsigoth is the rare viral trend that starts with a house. Here is how agents can use it this October, plus what changed at Google, Instagram and Facebook.
This agent hasn’t self-promoted since 2011. Here’s her secret
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- Posted on October 6, 2026
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On this episode, Erin Bradley breaks down how real estate referrals follow impact, not effort, and shares the mindset shift that ends call reluctance for good.
Fathom and Bed Bath & Beyond parent scrap merger deal
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- Posted on October 6, 2026
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The companies said in a news release Monday that their respective boards had mutually agreed to terminate the transaction.
From Accidental Landlord to 40+ Apartment Units (While Working Full-Time)
- Posted by rbetz
- Posted on October 5, 2026
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Buying rentals one house at a time works, but what happens when you do the math and realize it’ll take 20 years to change your life? That’s the exact wall […]




