Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson

#380: STOP Buying More Rentals! (& Do This Instead)

Jan 27, 2025

Rob Abasolo, a real estate investor and YouTube star behind 'Rob Built', challenges the conventional wisdom of acquiring more rental properties. He shares his journey of downsizing to a 'Small & Mighty' portfolio, focusing on fewer, higher-performing rentals that align with financial goals. The discussion dives into maximizing cash flow, utilizing strategies like house hacking and Airbnb, and the importance of incremental property improvements. Rob emphasizes creativity and strategic management to boost revenue while enjoying the investment process.

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Rob Abasolo

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Quick takeaways

Adopting a 'Small & Mighty' investment strategy can yield higher profits by maximizing the potential of fewer, high-performing rental properties.

Strategic enhancements and targeted investments in existing properties often result in significant revenue increases, far surpassing new property acquisitions.

Combining active income with investment earnings allows investors to build a robust portfolio while maintaining financial security during their journey to independence.

Deep dives

Rethinking Real Estate Investment Strategies

Focusing on a smaller, more manageable portfolio can lead to greater financial success than acquiring numerous properties. Rather than continuously adding to his collection of 45 rentals across multiple locations, simplifying his investments has become a priority. This shift allows for deeper reinvestment into existing properties, enhancing their profitability substantially. By concentrating on just a few properties, investors can more effectively fine-tune their strategies and increase cash flow.

Intro

3min

The Wealth Evolution in Real Estate

6min

Separating Income Streams for Financial Freedom

7min

Unlocking Cash Flow: Strategies for Real Estate Success

12min

Maximizing Revenue in Real Estate Through Creativity and Short-Term Rentals

5min

Maximizing Airbnb Profits

17min

Maximizing Rental Profits Through Incremental Improvements

3min

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🎙️ Episode #380 – Is bigger always better? We don’t think so. The 'Small & Mighty' approach to rental investing focuses on higher profits with fewer properties. Rob Abasolo shares how he traded his sprawling out-of-state portfolio for a select few high-performing rentals to hit his financial goals.

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📄 Show Notes:

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🎬 Timestamps:

00:00 - Rethinking Real Estate Investments

00:18 - Maximizing Existing Properties

01:06 - The Shift to Smaller, Profitable Investments

03:30 - Balancing Cashflow and Appreciation

08:10 - The Power of House Hacking

12:38 - Active Income vs. Investment Income

18:04 - Getting Started with Airbnb: Strategies for All Budgets