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7 Best (Beginner) Markets to Buy Rental Properties in 2025 (Rookie Reply)

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Feb 28, 2025
Garrett Brown, a real estate expert from the BiggerStays YouTube channel, joins to explore the best beginner-friendly markets for rental properties in 2025. He shares insights on emerging locations like Texas and Ohio, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right investment strategy before purchasing. The discussion unveils secrets to scaling a portfolio without hefty down payments and highlights the value of stabilizing properties over simply expanding. Whether you're inclined towards short-term rentals or long-term investments, the tips shared are set to guide new investors towards success.
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ADVICE

Avoid Comparison

  • Don't compare your real estate journey to others on social media.
  • Focus on profitability and your own goals, not just accumulating properties like some influencers.
INSIGHT

Market Timing Matters

  • Many "successful" investors started during favorable market conditions (2020-2021).
  • Low interest rates fueled rapid acquisitions, making scaling seem easier than it currently is.
ANECDOTE

Acquisition Obsession

  • Ashley Kerr focused heavily on acquisitions, neglecting asset management.
  • This led to overwhelm and selling a property prematurely due to tenant management stress.
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