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Long-Term Rentals: Everything You Need to Know Before You Self-Manage
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- Posted on October 14, 2026
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Thinking about investing in long-term rentals? Finding the property is only half the battle. Getting it rent-ready, landing great tenants, and keeping everything running smoothly is where successful landlords get […]
The Risks, Myths, and IRS Concerns Real Estate Investors Worry About
- Posted by rbetz
- Posted on October 13, 2026
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If you own rental property, you’ve probably had that moment: You get a letter from the IRS, or you hear about someone else getting audited, and your stomach drops even […]
Nearly Half of Buyers Get Concessions as Fed Warns Prices Must Drop
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- Posted on October 13, 2026
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A Fed official says what we’re all thinking: home prices must drop—and sellers seem to have gotten the message. Per a recent Redfin report, 44.7% of home sales included seller […]
From $12/Hour to 3 Rental Properties and Traveling the World
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- Posted on October 12, 2026
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Anyone can invest in real estate. You don’t need a fancy degree, a big bank account, or a high-paying job to get started. Arden Williams and his then-girlfriend were both […]
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
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- 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)
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- 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”
- Posted by rbetz
- 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)
- Posted by rbetz
- 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.




