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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 …
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…
The one thing that will determine whether the market makes you wealthy or leaves you bleeding on th…
I’ve been an investor in the stock market for 50 years. Here’s the one thing that will determine whether the market makes you wealthy or leaves you b…
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.…
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. …
5 Rules for Evaluating a Rental Property Investment
Before you buy an investment property, you should run a few numbers to make sure it will be a profitable investment. Here's what to know. The post 5 …
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…
Friday Flight: Paper Wealth, Target Date Trends, & Bye Bye Buffett – Episode 981
Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines…
Trump’s Proposed HUD Cuts and Section 8 Elimination: Implications For Investors and the Housing Mar…
President Trump’s recent budget proposal introduces significant reductions to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), aiming to …
I Retired Early in My 40s WITHOUT Withdrawing from My Portfolio! | Life After FIRE
You CAN retire early in just ten years IF you save and invest enough. Fortunately, your retirement expenses may be less than you think. Chris Luger, …
How to Build a Rental Portfolio (Fast) That Gives You Financial Freedom
Do you dream of ditching your nine-to-five and living off rentals full-time? Today’s guests did more than dream—they engineered their exit from corpo…
Why Out-of-State Investors Are Targeting Omaha For Steady Cash Flow
I was recently asked by a fellow investor what I thought of the Omaha, Nebraska, market and if it was a good place for out-of-state investors to find…
How to Scale Your Short-Term Rental Portfolio With Smart Financing
Scaling from your first short-term rental (STR) to a full portfolio isn’t just about finding excellent properties but the right way to finance them. …
Investor Tips For Getting Properties Approved For Section 8
Many real estate investors hesitate to invest in Section 8 properties because the process of getting a property ready and securing a tenant can take …
Rental Financing 101: Mortgage & Refi Tips for New Investors (Rookie Reply)
Is money getting in the way of you and your first (or next) rental property? You’re not alone! This is perhaps the most common pain point for new inv…
Investing For Dummies: How To Get Started Investing
It can be scary to start investing if you are uncertain about it, but our investing for dummies guide breaks it down step by step. The post Investing…
Where We’d Invest in Real Estate in 2025 (If We Could Buy Anywhere)
Where would we invest in real estate if we could pick anywhere in the country? Even with many real estate markets stagnating, several markets are sti…
Stocks, Rock, and Two Blasting Speakers
Growing up, our neighbor was erratic. He was an unwell man, and it manifested in many ways. Today, we learn from him.
Your Guide to Scaling Your Portfolio Without Hiring a Huge Team
Scaling your real estate investing business doesn’t require a massive payroll. You can grow efficiently by leveraging systems, automation, and virtua…
Los Angeles Real Estate: Why Do People Continue to Invest Here?
I currently live in Los Angeles, for better or worse. Yes, there’s crime. Yes, there’s a homeless problem. And yes, it’s unfriendly to business, even…