My Rental Property Has Zero Appreciation: Should I Hold or Sell? (Rookie Reply)
Do you have home equity sitting in your primary residence? You could use it to buy your first or next rental property! There are several ways to do this, and in today’s episode, we’re sharing them so you can make your money work harder! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! Whether it’s a home equity […]
How to Pay (Much) Less in Taxes as a Real Estate Investor (Rookie Reply)
Rental properties can give you cash flow, appreciation, and loan paydown from tenants. But tax benefits are often the unsung hero of real estate investing. Today, we’re sharing some of the best real estate tax strategies so you can keep more of your hard-earned money from Uncle Sam! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! Should […]
Paying Off a Rental Property vs. Buying More: Which One Wins? (Rookie Reply)
Should you pay off your mortgage early or buy more rental properties? The first option gives you peace of mind, while the other allows you to build wealth much faster. In this episode, we’re fleshing out both strategies so you can make the right choice! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! What’s better—a debt-free property […]
Should I Keep or Sell My Rental Property? (Huge Equity Gains) (Rookie Reply)
Have some home equity built up in one or more of your rental properties? What should you do? Get a line of credit? Sell? You have more options than you think, and in this episode, we’ll help you crunch the numbers and weigh your options so you make the best possible decision! Welcome to another […]
Should You Ever Buy a Rental Property with Negative Cash Flow? (Rookie Reply)
Everyone keeps saying we’re in a “buyer’s market,” but if that’s true, where are all the real estate deals? It’s easy to get discouraged after hearing “no” after “no,” but in today’s episode, we’re sharing the secrets to landing off-market properties and overlooked rentals on the MLS! Welcome to another Rookie Reply! Struggling to find […]
How to Estimate Rehab Costs from Scratch (Materials & Labor) (Rookie Reply)
Need help estimating rehab costs? This is a huge unknown for many rookie investors. But not to worry—in this episode, we’ll show you how to do this as accurately as possible so you have fewer surprises once you’re under contract and it’s time to get your hands dirty! Welcome to another Rookie Reply! If you’re […]
Should You Self-Manage Your Rentals or Hire a Property Manager? (Rookie Reply)
Offer accepted! Congratulations—you’re well on your way to buying a rental property. But first, your earnest money deposit (EMD) is due. How much do you need to put down? What about due diligence fees? And what happens if the home inspection comes back with major issues? In today’s episode, we’ll show you what to pay […]
Top 10 Markets For Rookie Investors to Invest In This Year
In This Article First-time homebuyers and small investors look for many of the same attributes when considering where to buy real estate: affordability, safety, stability, employment, accessibility, limited competition, and prosperity. That’s why Zillow’s 2026 Best Markets for First-Time Homebuyers also serves as a handy cheat sheet for investors. Kara Ng, a senior economist at […]
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 investment? We’re breaking it all down in today’s episode! Welcome to another Rookie Reply! You’ve just received good and bad news. The good news? Your […]
How to Use Home Equity to Buy Your Next Rental Property (3 Ways) (Rookie Reply)
Don’t think you have the money to buy a rental property? Maybe you’re just looking in the wrong place! Today, we’re talking about different ways to invest in real estate using your existing home equity. Whether you’re buying your second, third, or fourth property, this simple strategy could help you build your real estate portfolio […]