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A Close Look at the Memphis Real Estate Market
If you’re an investor who’s looked out-of-state (OOS) for cash flow, you’ve probably run across Memphis, Tennessee, at one point or another. I initia…
How Real Estate Investors Will Be Affected If the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act Expires
While everyone is focused on President Trump’s tariffs, the clock is ticking on one of the most significant tax reforms in recent history. Many provi…
Three Things I Learned About the FIRE Community While Hosting a FIRE Cruise
I went to my first FIRE meet-up in 2018 in Denver, Colorado. It was so amazing to meet like-minded people and learn a lot about what people felt was …
The Rookie Guide to Asset Protection: LLCs, Insurance, Partnerships, & Trusts
Do you really need an LLC for rentals? What about a trust? What kind of insurance should you get? With so many questions (and confusion) surrounding …
The Easiest Way to Find Profitable Rental Properties
This is how to find investment properties that make real money in 2025. No “off-market” deals, no mailing letters, no cold calling—we’ll walk you thr…
The Hidden Legal Landmines in Off-Market Deals & How to Avoid Them
Off-market deals have become the holy grail for many real estate investors. And for good reason—they often come with less competition, better terms, …
JL Collins: The “Simple” Path to Wealth, FIRE, and Stress-Free Investing
The Simple Path to Wealth is arguably the most influential book in the FIRE movement. JL Collins, its author, is revered among early retirees as one …
The 10 Best Short-Term Rental Markets Under $500K That Cash Flow
Short-term rental investing isn’t about grabbing the cheapest fixer-upper and hoping guests magically appear. It’s about choosing the right markets w…
Every Investor Needs a “Buy Box”—Here’s How to Build One the Right Way
If you’re just getting started in real estate, you’ve probably heard the advice, “Run the numbers.” But here’s the thing: If you don’t know what kind…
How to Find Off-Market Properties Faster Than Your Competition
If you’ve been investing or even purchasing a primary home in the last couple of years, you’ve probably heard this line: “Sorry, that property’s alre…
Why Investors Should Consider “DIY Home Sales”
Real estate agent commissions have been the subject of a lot of conversations recently. The August 2024 NAR lawsuit ruling sparked this conversation.…
Zillow: Price Cuts Hit Record as Inventory Floods Back (May 2025)
Price cuts surge across the housing market as inventory bounces back in a big way. The “healthier” housing market is starting to show, and the “gap” …
I Was Burned Out in Healthcare, Now I Have 10 Rentals (Just 3 Years Later!)
Could rentals help YOU achieve financial independence and even retire early? That’s the goal for today’s guest, who, despite growing up with very lit…
Financial Freedom with Just 4 Rentals? Why Small Portfolios Win
This investor quit her job for good, with just four rental properties. Not 40, not 400—four rentals. And she’s not looking to grow much beyond that. …
How to Invest in Real Estate During a Recession (2025 Update)
A recession isn’t a time to panic—it’s a time to build wealth. If you’re listening to this podcast, you’re already multiple steps ahead of the masses…
The $4,000/Month Side Hustle YOU Can Use to Buy Rentals (Rookie Reply)
Need more money to buy your first (or next) rental property? The right real estate side hustle could help you learn the industry AND pocket some extr…
How to Create Huge Tax Savings Funding Your Kid’s College (& FIRE on Time!)
Paying for college is one of the biggest financial hurdles families face—even as you’re chasing or approaching FIRE. What’s the smartest way to save …
Is the Housing Market Actually “Healthy”? Here’s My Scorecard to Find Out
With all the headlines, noise, and confusion surrounding today’s housing market, it’s easy to assume things are still broken. But is that really the …
Check Your Credit Card Statements EVERY Month
Your credit card company very helpfully sends you a list of every single item charged to your credit card. This is called a statement, and it comes e…
Libraries Are Still Useful!
Reading is something that I love to do. I also love watching TV, so don’t think I am over here, on my high horse, talking about how I just read [R…