From Homeowner to Investor: Building a Rental Portfolio

When Greg Zessin first started buying rentals, he went after deals that looked like they would produce strong cash flow on paper. Some months, the numbers worked great, but other months, unexpected repairs or tenant issues wiped out his profits.

Over time, Greg realized that not all cash flow is created equal. He shifted his strategy to focus only on properties that provide steady, consistent income.

On this episode, Greg shares what he’s doing differently today: the age of properties he avoids, the age of properties he targets, and why he no longer takes on major renovations.

We also dig into the neighborhoods he likes, the neighborhoods he won’t buy in anymore, and how he’s getting tenants to stay longer, which has significantly increased his profits.

Plus, Greg reveals the unique ways he finds off-market deals.

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