#Rental Property
Five milestones from 'I'm thinking about it' to 'I'm a landlord' — finances, property type, deal analysis, closing, and tenant management with real numbers.
Jun 15, 2024
A milestone-driven guide to rental property analysis — follow Emily's Memphis triplex through NOI, cap rate, cash-on-cash return, DSCR, and the deal scorecard that separates good investments from bad ones.
May 20, 2024
Follow James from a $52K teaching salary to three rental properties in three years — four milestones covering the wealth-building mechanics, financial preparation, strategy selection, and first-deal execution that turn a modest income into a growing portfolio.
Apr 1, 2024
Turnkey rental investing explained: what it is, expected returns, pros and cons, how to vet providers, and red flags to watch for before you buy.
Mar 5, 2026
Every rental property tax deduction you can claim — mortgage interest, depreciation, repairs vs improvements, insurance, property management fees, and more. Real example: $24K income, $18K in deductions.
Feb 18, 2026
Cost segregation accelerates depreciation on rental properties — typically $500K+ buildings. A $5K–$15K study can yield $20K–$80K in year-one tax savings. Here's how it works.
Feb 5, 2026
Population growth, job diversity, rent-to-price ratios, and landlord laws—how to choose markets for long-term rental investing.
Dec 22, 2025
Self-manage 1–4 units or hire a PM? Unit count, distance, time value, and when DIY costs more than the fee.
Dec 10, 2025
DSCR loans qualify you on rental income, not personal income — 1.2+ DSCR, 20-25% down, 680+ credit. Perfect for self-employed investors. Here's how they work and when to use them.
Oct 14, 2025