In this engaging discussion, Ron Curtis, founder of a thriving short-term rental management business in Washington, DC, shares his remarkable journey from one property to a 50-unit portfolio—all while maintaining a full-time government job. He reveals how he turned a $3,700 house hack into a success, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy and strategic planning. Ron also discusses the power of relationships over money, his efficient systems for scaling without burnout, and the mindset shifts that propelled him to new heights in the rental industry.