One Rental At A Time TOP 3 SMALL TOWN Investing Mistakes to AVOID in 2025
Oct 16, 2025
Cody Davis, an active small-town real estate investor, shares his expertise in navigating the often tricky landscape of rural property investments. He discusses financing hurdles due to limited lenders and appraisers in small towns. The conversation dives into the challenges of finding reliable contractors and managing properties in remote areas. Cody emphasizes that low prices don’t always mean good value and recounts experiences with tenant quality and market limitations. Finally, he provides insights on sourcing distressed deals and making strategic investment decisions.
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Lenders Need Comps In Small Towns
- Small towns often lack lender interest because appraisers and lenders can't find comps.
- Cody explains lenders check town size and comps before committing to loans.
Plan For Remote Maintenance Costs
- Expect higher maintenance logistics and plan for longer vendor travel time.
- Arrange reliable contractors even if you must pay a premium or coordinate remotely.
Paying For Reliable Crews
- Michael and Cody describe paying premiums and having crews drive hours for reliable work.
- Cody routinely hires teams to commute long distances to maintain his larger properties.