6 Rental Properties (in 2 Years!) While Working 9-5

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Jun 9, 2025

Hoai Nguyen, a savvy real estate investor, shares his journey of amassing 12 rental units in just two years while working a full-time job. He reveals how he utilized the BRRRR strategy to stretch his initial $40,000 investment. Hoai discusses navigating unexpected challenges, from plumbing issues to tenant management, that reinforced his resolve. He also shares valuable tips on gaining spousal support for investing and finding overlooked properties on the MLS, proving that anyone can build wealth without quitting their day job.

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From Immigrant to Real Estate Investor

Hoai Nguyen immigrated to the US with family and pursued a traditional career as a PA.
Inspired by books and COVID savings, he began investing in real estate to escape the rat race.

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Get Spouse On Board Gradually

To get your spouse on board, first demonstrate dedication and results yourself.
Share educational resources and involve them gradually in investment decisions.

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Built 12 Doors With Full-Time Job

Within two years, Hoai built a portfolio of 12 rental units: four single-family homes and two quadplexes.
This growth happened while maintaining a full-time job.

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Want to invest in real estate but fear you don’t have the time or energy? You DON’T need to quit your day job to build a cash-flowing real estate portfolio, and today’s guest is proof. In just two years, he scaled to six rentals (12 units) while holding down his nine-to-five—all thanks to a strategy that stretches your money further than you thought possible!

Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! After immigrating to the US, Hoai Nguyen took the traditional path of college, career, marriage, and children. But when he realized he’d be stuck in the rat race until normal retirement age, he went looking for a better way to build wealth—and found it in real estate. Starting with just $40,000, he used the BRRRR method (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat) to buy six rental properties in only two years!

Despite Hoai’s rapid success, the journey hasn’t been easy. In fact, his first few properties gave him his fair share of headaches, from leaks to lawsuits. But by taking action, learning through experience, and staying consistent, he gained the confidence to keep buying rental properties. Tune in and he’ll show you how to do the same!

In This Episode We Cover

How Hoai built a 12-unit portfolio in just two years (while working a full-time job)

How to find overlooked real estate deals on the multiple listing service (MLS)

The secret to getting your spouse on board with your investing goals

Scaling fast with the BRRRR strategy (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat)

Common investing mistakes that will cost you time and money (and how to avoid them!)

And So Much More!

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