The Self Managing Landlord: How Grace Gudenkauf Acquired 26 Rental Units by Age 26

We’re pumped to bring you episode 223 with the phenomenal Grace Gudenkauf! Grace takes us through her impressive journey from house hacking to owning 26 units in Eastern Iowa, highlighting the importance of finding great deals and not letting money be a barrier. She shares her innovative approach to self-managing her properties by hiring her own property manager, giving her more control and saving on fees.

Grace, co-author of the book The Self-Managing Landlord along with Amelia McGee, published by Bigger Pockets, also co-founded the wire mastermind group "Women Invest in Real Estate" with Amelia. We dive into the impact of interest rates on her business, the benefits of creative financing, and the potential for success in smaller markets. Grace's story is packed with valuable insights on building relationships, the power of community, and prioritizing freedom over money. She encourages everyone to take coaching seriously, put in the work, and live life on their own terms. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice to elevate your real estate game, this episode is a must-listen!

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Brandon Turner, Tarek El Moussa, Henry Washington, Rich Somers, Mikey Taylor, Tom Wheelright, David Greene, Tony J. Robinson, Robert Croak, Chad “Coach” Carson, Brett Hundley, Devon Kennard and Marques Colston.

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