Rental Income Podcast With Dan Lane

Max Emory was crushing it with the BRRRR strategy on duplexes. His system was working, steady cash flow, solid equity gains, and growing confidence as an investor. But like many of us, Max wanted to scale up.He heard that buying bigger properties would accelerate his success — until it didn’t.When Max bought a 6-unit and a 3-unit, things started to fall apart. The deals didn’t perform the way he expected, and he ended up losing a lot of money, even having to sell his successful duplexes to cover the losses.On this episode, Max shares what went right with his duplexes, what went wrong when he tried to go bigger, and the lessons he learned the hard way.If you’ve ever thought about scaling up your portfolio, you’ll want to hear this story first.https://rentalincomepodcast.com/episode542Thanks To Our Sponsors:MidSouth HomeBuyers – Turnkey Rentals In Memphis & Little Rock. Instant Cash Flow On Day One. (Priced between $100,000 to low $200's)Ridge Lending Group - Making investment Mortgage process simple and stress-free.Rental Accounting Software Made Easy. Free 30 Day Trial

Jon Paddol, a part-time real estate investor, shares his inspiring journey of building a multi-door rental portfolio and over a million dollars in equity by only purchasing three properties. He discusses his early days renting rooms to friends and emphasizes the importance of screen tenants properly. Jon highlights the advantages of investing locally for easier management and reflects on how his portfolio has provided financial flexibility for his family's future. His insights into budgeting for repairs and the potential for raising rents make for a compelling listen.

Chris Heller, a seasoned rental property investor with 35 years of experience, shares his wealth-building secrets. He emphasizes the importance of patience and how he leveraged market cycles to sell high and buy undervalued properties. Chris discusses the benefits of consolidating into fewer, more valuable rentals and using 1031 exchanges for smart trades. He reveals key indicators for spotting great investment opportunities while highlighting that timing often trumps speed in real estate success.

Luca and Mat have built a rental portfolio by repeatedly buying condos in the same complex. They know the floor plans, understand the values, and can move quickly when a new unit hits the market, giving them a huge advantage over other buyers.A new train line is being built nearby, drastically reducing the commute time to the city center. Luca and Mat believe the neighborhood is poised for growth once the station opens, and they’ve been buying aggressively in anticipation of rising property values and rents.On this episode, they share how they spotted the opportunity early, what signs they look for when investing in the path of progress, and how you can identify similar trends in your own market. We also discuss their mission-driven strategy of renting to disabled military veterans and how it’s made a difference in their business and their community.https://rentalincomepodcast.com/episode539Thanks To Our Sponsors:Ridge Lending Group - Making investment Mortgage process simple and stress-free.MidSouth HomeBuyers – Turnkey Rentals In Memphis & Little Rock. Instant Cash Flow On Day One. (Priced between $100,000 to low $200's)Rental Accounting Software Made Easy. Free 30 Day Trial

Joe Blackshere, a seasoned real estate investor with over 30 rental properties in Kansas City, shares his journey toward flexibility through rental income. He reveals how he recently added four properties using creative financing methods, including a HELOC. Joe dives into the impacts of rising insurance premiums and property taxes on his strategies and discusses the BRRRR method's financial benefits. He emphasizes selecting the right neighborhoods and leveraging home equity to enhance cash flow while navigating the complexities of property management.

Greg Zessin, a landlord with 68 rental units in Springfield, Illinois, shares his journey towards achieving consistent monthly cash flow. He reveals the lessons learned from fluctuating profits due to unexpected repairs and tenant issues. By focusing on properties that yield steady income, Greg highlights which property ages and neighborhoods to target or avoid. He also discusses his strategies for retaining tenants longer and shares unique methods for finding off-market deals, transforming his investment approach for steady success.

Most real estate investors assume buying existing rentals is the fastest path to cash flow. But what if you could build them cheaper, and end up with a property that performs better long-term? That’s exactly what Tyler Casey discovered.On this episode, Tyler breaks down the strategy that’s allowing him to out-build the market. He shares why the right floor plan can be a game-changer, how repeating the same blueprint cuts costs and saves time, and the small design details that dramatically reduce maintenance headaches down the road.We dive into the financing he’s using, walk through the actual numbers on one of his recent builds, and compare new construction to rehabs, and why building can actually be the easier, smarter move.Tyler also takes us back to his beginnings, buying his first rentals at just 18, and shows how his approach has evolved into something far more scalable.Along the way, we unpack the hidden advantages of building vs. buying: tax benefits, lower operating costs, higher rent potential, better tenant quality, and even cheaper insurance.https://rentalincomepodcast.com/episode536Thanks To Our Sponsors:Ridge Lending Group - Get A Free 30-Minute Strategy Session With Caeli Ridge.MidSouth HomeBuyers – Turnkey Rentals In Memphis & Little Rock. Instant Cash Flow On Day One. (Priced between $100,000 to low $200's)Rental Accounting Software Made Easy. Free 30 Day Trial

Jason Hull, who retired at just 46 by investing in rental properties, shares his remarkable journey. He discusses how he transitioned from buying foreclosures to constructing new rentals after COVID changed the market. Jason emphasizes the critical importance of tenant screening and reveals how he manages his portfolio while traveling the world with his wife in search of the perfect climate. He also offers insights into strategic real estate investing and the advantages of cash purchases, even when navigating challenges like labor shortages.

With his job as a garbage man, Jeff Taz doesn’t get paid if he doesn’t work, so having another source of income was critical. Over the years, Jeff has faced some tough situations where his rental income allowed him to take time off without stressing about paying the bills.On this episode, Jeff shares how he built his portfolio by sticking to a simple strategy, buying one property a year. We talk about how he saved for down payments, what his numbers look like today, and we walk through exactly how he grew his portfolio from nothing to where it is now.https://rentalincomepodcast.com/episode534Thanks To Our Sponsors:MidSouth HomeBuyers – Turnkey Rentals In Memphis & Little Rock. Instant Cash Flow On Day One. (Priced between $100,000 to low $200's)Ridge Lending Group - Get A Free 30-Minute Strategy Session With Caeli Ridge.Rental Accounting Software Made Easy. Free 30 Day Trial

Nick Disney, a seasoned real estate investor from San Antonio, shares his journey through various rental markets, revealing that middle-income properties yield the best returns with minimal hassle. He discusses the costly mistakes he made while chasing higher returns and why sticking to proven markets is key. Nick also explains how he's successfully stepped back from daily management by building a reliable team and fostering strong contractor relationships, emphasizing the power of specialization in real estate investment.