

$6,800/Month Cash Flow with 4 Small Multifamily Rentals
10 snips Jul 14, 2025
Ryan Allsop, a full-time filmmaker turned real estate investor, shares his journey of generating $6,800 monthly cash flow from four small multifamily rentals. He emphasizes that anyone can achieve success by starting small and adopting a buy-and-hold strategy. Ryan reveals how he scaled his portfolio using home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) and discusses unique negotiating tactics that don't require phone calls. He also dives into the lucrative world of Airbnb rentals and stresses the importance of networking and due diligence when hiring contractors.
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First Duplex House Hack
- Ryan bought his first duplex in 2017 to stop paying rent and house hack.
- The upstairs rent covered his mortgage, taxes, and insurance, making it affordable and a great start.
Long-Term Real Estate Power
- The real power in real estate is the long-term game, not just initial cash flow.
- Mortgage paydown, equity growth, and appreciation offer multiple future financial opportunities.
Email Negotiation Success
- Ryan negotiated his second duplex entirely over email with the seller's father from a friend connection.
- He verified everything himself and used an attorney to handle paperwork, closing confidently despite the unusual process.