Real Estate Rookie The Beginner’s Blueprint for Building (Not Buying!) High-Return Rentals
Jul 2, 2025
Chad Carson, a savvy real estate investor known for his strategic "small and mighty portfolio" approach, dives into the lucrative world of build-to-rent. He explains why building new rental properties can outperform buying old ones, offering insights on gaining instant equity and maximizing cash flow. Carson shares tips on land acquisition, effective financing, and teaming up with partners to accelerate success. He emphasizes the importance of contractor relationships and budgeting, making this a must-listen for aspiring investors keen on high-return rentals!
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Build-to-Rent Advantages
- Build-to-rent creates supply and faces less competition than fixer-uppers.
- New construction offers lower maintenance and higher profitability margins.
Chad's Build-to-Rent Example
- Chad built five houses in South Carolina costing about $232,000 each.
- Properties appraised at $275,000, showing instant equity and cash flow benefits.
Divide and Conquer Build Process
- Divide build-to-rent into two parts: land acquisition/development and construction.
- Hire engineering/surveying help early to understand build feasibility and regulations.