20 Minute Investor

Aaron Ameen
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Apr 21, 2025 • 19min

Turnover Is Eating Your Rental Cash Flow (How to Stop It Now) | EP 9

Learn how to properly budget for often-overlooked costs associated with rental properties - tenant vacancy and turnover, understand the true cost of tenant turnovers, and pick up actionable tips for keeping tenants longer.Chapters:00:00 Introduction 01:25 Understanding Vacancy Costs04:16 Budgeting for Repairs and Reserves07:33 Importance of Long-Term Tenants10:28 Effective Tenant Retention Strategies13:48 Managing Tenant Expectations and Lease Renewals18:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Apr 17, 2025 • 16min

My $10M Real Estate Plan Started with These 11 Core Principles

Discover the core principles that shape success in life and business. Learn how a long-term focus and presence can transform decision-making. Reflect on the importance of family balance and altruism. Delve into personal stories of overcoming addiction and how these principles became essential tools for growth. Embrace humility to counteract ego's destructive nature. Each principle encourages self-awareness and mindfulness, guiding listeners towards personal fulfillment and better relationships.
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Apr 14, 2025 • 19min

What New Investors Overlook That Costs Thousands (Inspections & Legalities Exposed) | 20-min Investor

Today we discuss the importance of understanding local landlord-tenant laws and the pitfalls of overlooking inspections and legalities when investing in rental properties. They highlight the critical need to account for local regulations, rental licenses, and market-specific inspection issues to avoid costly mistakes and legal troubles. Learn actionable insights from their real estate investing experiences to build your own portfolio of cash-flowing rentals from anywhere in the world. Tune in for valuable tips on how to navigate these common challenges and ensure your investments are compliant and profitable.Chapters:00:32 Introduction01:03 Inspections and Legalities08:40 Property Management Laws11:09 Inspection Insights and Market-Specific Considerations17:10 Leveraging Inspections as Opportunities18:53 Conclusion and Next Steps
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Apr 10, 2025 • 34min

How We're Building TWO Luxury Assisted Living Homes with Investors (from Raw Land) | EP 83

We just got approved to build a 10,000sq ft memory care mansion in Tomball, Texas — and we’re sharing the full behind-the-scenes journey. From rezoning hurdles to investor interest and city council presentations, this episode breaks down how we’re bringing Everwood Reserve to life — a 32-bed luxury assisted living home designed for personalized care and real community impact.🔑 Topics covered:Assisted living development processRezoning and city approvalsFinancing with SBA loansRaising capital through syndicationMarket research and pricing strategyLaunching a nonprofit for elder care access00:00 Introduction 02:52 Construction and City Planning11:27 Navigating Land and Legal Challenges15:29 Financing and Investor Relations22:51 Business Plan and Market Research30:07 Nonprofit Vision and Future Plans33:22 ConclusionConnect with AndreaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ralmama3Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.phpid=61566187898330Follow The Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5E3wy1vqBE8zdriSfUdwiOApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-hybrid-real-estate-professional/id1716338586🎧 If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review. Your support helps me grow this podcast and reach more listeners like you!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬CONTACT▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Feel free to reach out to me at any of the following:Email: aaron@aaronameen.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/AaronAmeenInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/aaronameenreicoachLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-ameen/Website: https://aaronameen.com/Academy: https://remoterealestateacademy.com/
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Apr 7, 2025 • 19min

Mastering Cash Flow Analysis in Real Estate (in 20 Minutes)

In this episode of The 20 Minute Investor, we break down the #1 mistake new investors make—bad cash flow analysis. Learn how to spot hidden expenses, avoid overestimating profits, and confidently underwrite your next deal. Whether you're buying your first rental or scaling up, this is the framework that protects your downside and sets you up to win.Follow The Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5E3wy1v...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast...Twitter:   / aaronameen  Instagram:   / aaronameenreicoach  LinkedIn:   / aaron-ameen  Website: https://aaronameen.com/Academy: https://remoterealestateacademy.com/
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Apr 4, 2025 • 45min

Think Self-Managing Is Hard? This CEO Built A 24/7 Rental System That Works From Anywhere

Dana Dunford, CEO and co-founder of Hemlane, dives into innovative property management solutions that work seamlessly from anywhere. She shares her journey in real estate, emphasizing the importance of technology in mitigating risks for landlords. Topics include efficient tenant screening methods, the benefits of self-guided tours, and how to navigate lease challenges. Dana also discusses the pivotal role landlords play in effective management while highlighting future trends like AI integration and embracing digital tools for a better tenant experience.
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Mar 31, 2025 • 19min

Out-of-State Investing? Don’t Make This Rookie Mistake | 20-Min Investor

Navigating out-of-state real estate investing can be complex. Many rookie mistakes stem from inadequate market research and hasty decisions driven by low property prices. Understanding local market dynamics is crucial for making informed choices. The allure of small towns comes with challenges such as limited services and tenant selection issues. Highlighting the impact of major league sports teams, the discussion emphasizes urban economic growth. Aligning market selection with investment goals is key to achieving long-term success.
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Mar 27, 2025 • 49min

Turn Your Real Estate License Into an Income Stream (Without Selling Property) | EP 81

Kobe Xin at just 23 years old, Kobe has built an international real estate organization with over 70 agents across 22 states—all without closing a single deal himself. Kobe shares how he leveraged real estate license to create multiple streams of income, the insights on leadership, and the powerful mindset shifts that have fueled his rapid success. Chapters:00:00 Introduction02:06 Journey into Real Estate07:01 Referrals and Networking09:18 Building a Real Estate Team12:30 Leveraging eXp's Revenue Share Model15:04 Balancing Active and Passive Income22:57 Multiple Income Streams39:10 Future Plans 🔗 Resources & Links:Connect with Kobe-Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/kobexin_/
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Mar 25, 2025 • 20min

Using Rental Properties as a College Fund for Your Kids | 20- Min Investor | EP 4

In this episode of The 20 Minute Investor, Nathan and I explore innovative personal finance strategies related to real estate investing. We discuss how rental properties can serve as a college fund, leveraging property appreciation and cash flow to fund education. Additionally, they delve into the concept of interest-only payments on primary residences, emphasizing the importance of minimizing monthly expenses to invest more in rental properties. The conversation highlights the simplicity of these strategies and the importance of personal choice in financial planning.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Real Estate Investing Strategies01:36 Using Rental Properties as a College Fund14:21 Interest-Only Payments on Primary ResidenceFollow The Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5E3wy1vqBE8zdriSfUdwiOApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-hybrid-real-estate-professional/id1716338586🎧 If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review. Your support helps me grow this podcast and reach more listeners like you!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬CONTACT▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Feel free to reach out to me at any of the following:Email: aaron@aaronameen.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/AaronAmeenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronameenreicoachLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-ameen/Website: https://aaronameen.com/Academy: https://remoterealestateacademy.com/
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Mar 20, 2025 • 57min

How I Doubled My Salary in 4 Years (After COVID Wiped Out My Career)

Today I'm going to air an interview. I did On Joel Farrell's strive for 25 podcast, Joel is a lender who, and a good friend of mine who interviewed me and he, I love the topic of his show strive for 25 is all about how you can increase your income and work towards a 25 percent savings rate, which you can then use to seed your investments.And he interviewed me about the things that I did in my career, different chapters of my career. So starting in entertainment and moving into consulting, and then of course, starting my own rental. Business and coaching business. So we talked about all the different income streams and the skills that I feel have allowed me to have any level of success so far in those areas.So this is a really fun, unique interview, and I'm excited to share it with you.

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