Rental Income Podcast With Dan Lane Finding The Sweet Spot For Rental Properties With Nick Disney (Ep 533)
Aug 5, 2025
Nick Disney, a seasoned real estate investor from San Antonio, shares his journey through various rental markets, revealing that middle-income properties yield the best returns with minimal hassle. He discusses the costly mistakes he made while chasing higher returns and why sticking to proven markets is key. Nick also explains how he's successfully stepped back from daily management by building a reliable team and fostering strong contractor relationships, emphasizing the power of specialization in real estate investment.
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Sweet Spot for Rentals
- Nick Disney found a specific neighborhood and price range where his rental properties consistently make money with fewer hassles.
- Venturing outside this "sweet spot" often led to less profit and more problems, so he sticks to what works.
Focus on Ideal Neighborhoods
- Specialize in middle-income, blue-collar neighborhoods with strong rental demand for better cash flow and tenant quality.
- Avoid very low-income areas and high-rent zones where costs outweigh returns or tenants are harder to find.
Benefits of Specialization
- Investing in similar properties in the same area creates repair cost and rent predictability.
- This specialization helps estimate expenses and cash flow more accurately, improving investment consistency.