Key Takeaways:

Passive Income Strategy: Wealthy investors use triple net leases to generate consistent monthly income from properties leased to national brands like CVS, Dollar General, and 7-Eleven.

Low Maintenance Investment: These properties require minimal management, as tenants cover all expenses including taxes, insurance, and maintenance.

Long-Term Benefits:

Predictable income with 10-20 year leases

Built-in rent increases

Significant tax advantages

Wealth preservation

Investment Characteristics:

Typically cost $1-3 million

6-8% annual cash return

Tenants are stable, large corporations

Often purchased in cash or with favorable bank terms

Investment Options

Direct property purchase

REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts)

Fractional investing through crowdfunding

1031 exchanges

Key Advantage

These investments are boring but powerful, focusing on steady, long-term wealth building rather than short-term excitement.

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