Real Estate Rookie

The 4 Best Types of Rental Properties for NEW Investors to Buy

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Dec 26, 2025
Discover the four best types of rental properties for beginners, including house hacking and the BRRRR method for rapid portfolio growth. Learn how to align your investing strategy with your motivations and lifestyle. Get tips for assessing your finances and understanding your local market. Avoid common rookie mistakes like analysis paralysis and shiny object syndrome. Explore passive investment options and strategies for both short-term and long-term rentals to kickstart your real estate journey.
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ADVICE

Start With Your Why

  • Define your why before choosing a strategy so your investments align with real goals.
  • Prioritize motivations like cash flow, tax benefits, or appreciation to guide strategy selection.
ADVICE

Match Strategy To Your Time

  • Assess how much time you can realistically commit before picking an active strategy.
  • Choose passive options if you want minimal day-to-day involvement in operations.
ANECDOTE

Glamping Deal Was More Work Than Price Suggested

  • Garrett Brown bought a $50,000 glamping setup and found the work far heavier than expected.
  • The operational demands of hospitality surprised him despite low initial capital.
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