

Passively Rich with Rentals
Melissa Nash Real Estate Investor & Coach
My goal is that this show helps you ditch the 9-5 and build true financial freedom through hands-off rental income—even if you've never invested in real estate before. Tired of “hustle culture” real estate advice? Welcome to Passively Rich with Rentals Podcast, where busy professionals learn to build serious wealth without sacrificing their lives.Host Melissa Nash built a $5M+ rental portfolio while working full-time and raising four kids—using her signature “Lazy Investor Method.” She’s helped over 2,000 students purchase $500M+ in real estate assets, with many replacing their W-2 income entirely using these same strategic systems that do the heavy lifting for you.If you’re a 9-to-5er who wants rental income without becoming a landlord, this show is for you. Each episode breaks down lazy wealth strategies, passive income tactics, and recession-proof investing—all designed to help you build financial freedom without creating another job.Ready to invest the lazy way? Your future self will thank you.Learn more at www.hellomelissanash.com
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Sep 16, 2025 • 38min
How to Retire Your Spouse with Cashflow (Adam’s $20K/Month Story)
Use this link to connect directly with Adam and book a free strategy call: [CLICK HERE] What would your life look like if you could create $20K a month in cash flow in just five years… and retire your spouse in the process? That’s exactly what Adam did. In this episode, he shares his journey from debt and financial pressure to building massive cashflow- enough to create true financial freedom for his family. We dive into the mindset shifts, the systems he used, and why creating cash flow doesn’t have to take decades. 👉 Want to see if Adam’s cash flow model could work for your family and your budget? [CLICK HERE]Disclaimer: This is an affiliate link, which means if you choose to work with Adam, I may receive compensation. I only share resources I personally believe in and that I know can help you on your freedom journey. Book your FREE Strategy call with Melissa (only a few spots open each week) 👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/ladyluck or USE THIS LINK ----------------- 1. Grab a copy of "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." 👉CLICK HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor ----------------- 2. Think LLCs are expensive or complicated to open? NOPE! Think again! Get started today for under $200... and in less than 20 min! CLICK HERE http://shrsl.com/2qfxn-1hzb-kp67 ----------------- 3. Join My FREE Community for New & Aspiring Real Estate Investors! 👉 Join here: skool.com/passiverentals-free ----------------- 4. ❤️ Like what you hear? Please leave me a review and message me on Instagram to connect! Instagram @themelissanash

Sep 2, 2025 • 30min
Avoiding Loan Nightmares: What Lenders Look For Before Funding Your Deal
👉 Book your FREE strategy call here and let’s map out your first (or next) rental property the lazy way: [CLICK ME] In this episode of Passively Rich with Rentals, I sit down once again with one of my favorite repeat guests, investor-friendly lender Aaron Chapman. We dig into the #1 question every investor asks a lender: How to avoid those last-minute loan nightmares that can derail a deal. Here’s what you’ll learn:✅ What lenders actually look for when funding your deal (beyond interest rates.✅ How appraisals really work and what to do if your value comes in low✅ Tips to stay organized so you can keep your investing journey stress-free and “lazy”Whether you’re on your first rental or scaling your portfolio, this episode will help you navigate lending with confidence and close deals without unnecessary headaches. Book your FREE Strategy call with Melissa (only a few spots open each week) 👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/ladyluck or USE THIS LINK ----------------- 1. Grab a copy of "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." 👉CLICK HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor ----------------- 2. Think LLCs are expensive or complicated to open? NOPE! Think again! Get started today for under $200... and in less than 20 min! CLICK HERE http://shrsl.com/2qfxn-1hzb-kp67 ----------------- 3. Join My FREE Community for New & Aspiring Real Estate Investors! 👉 Join here: skool.com/passiverentals-free ----------------- 4. ❤️ Like what you hear? Please leave me a review and message me on Instagram to connect! Instagram @themelissanash

Aug 26, 2025 • 8min
Interest Rates Are NOT Your Problem (This Is)
Ready to start building passive income but not sure where to begin? Let’s make it simple. You can book a free strategy call with me and we’ll map out your first (or next) rental property together. 👉 www.hellomelissanash.com (click)Now ... let’s talk about today’s hot topic: interest rates.Everyone says, “Rates are too high… you can’t cash flow anymore.”But the truth is… interest rates are NOT your problem.In this episode of Passively Rich with Rentals, I break down:Why high interest rates are just an excuse.How properties are still cash flowing today (even at 7–8% rates).The real problem keeping investors stuck (and how to avoid it).A real client example that turned “only $250 a month” into over $90K in wealth.If you’re sitting on the sidelines waiting for “perfect conditions,” this episode is your wake-up callBook your FREE Strategy call with Melissa (only a few spots open each week) 👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/ladyluck or USE THIS LINK ----------------- 1. Grab a copy of "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." 👉CLICK HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor ----------------- 2. Think LLCs are expensive or complicated to open? NOPE! Think again! Get started today for under $200... and in less than 20 min! CLICK HERE http://shrsl.com/2qfxn-1hzb-kp67 ----------------- 3. Join My FREE Community for New & Aspiring Real Estate Investors! 👉 Join here: skool.com/passiverentals-free ----------------- 4. ❤️ Like what you hear? Please leave me a review and message me on Instagram to connect! Instagram @themelissanash

Aug 19, 2025 • 12min
Do You Really Need an LLC Before Buying Your First Property?
📞 Book your free strategy call today and let’s map out your first (or next) rental property step by step 👉 www.hellomelissanash.comDo you really need an LLC before buying your first rental? 🤔In this episode of Passively Rich with Rentals, Melissa Nash breaks down one of the most confusing topics for new investors: LLCs.Here’s what you’ll learn:✅ The pros and cons of using an LLC✅ Why conventional loans vs. DSCR loans have different rules✅ How to transfer a property into an LLC after closing✅ The affordable way Melissa sets up her Wyoming LLCs (and why)✅ Why the real benefit of an LLC is asset protection and organization—not taxesIf you’ve been stressing over whether to set up an LLC before your first property, this episode will give you the clarity (and confidence) you need to move forward the right way.Book your FREE Strategy call with Melissa (only a few spots open each week) 👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/ladyluck or USE THIS LINK ----------------- 1. Grab a copy of "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." 👉CLICK HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor ----------------- 2. Think LLCs are expensive or complicated to open? NOPE! Think again! Get started today for under $200... and in less than 20 min! CLICK HERE http://shrsl.com/2qfxn-1hzb-kp67 ----------------- 3. Join My FREE Community for New & Aspiring Real Estate Investors! 👉 Join here: skool.com/passiverentals-free ----------------- 4. ❤️ Like what you hear? Please leave me a review and message me on Instagram to connect! Instagram @themelissanash

Aug 14, 2025 • 59min
This Market Could Replace Your 9–5 Income (Faster Than You Think)
👉 BOOK YOUR FREE STRATEGY CALL: (Grab a time HERE) — let’s map your first (or next) out-of-state rental and a plan to replace that 9–5 income.Ready for the Memphis market play that’s helping everyday investors turn $20K into multiple doors—without swinging a hammer? In this episode, Robert (former broke teacher → 50+ properties) breaks down the Hybrid BRRRR + Turnkey system we’ve used with clients to buy, rehab, refinance fast, place a tenant, and repeat. We get into private financing, appraisals that actually work, and how to stack tax benefits (hello, depreciation) so your cash goes further—faster.You’ll learn:The Hybrid BRRRR (why it beats pure turnkey or DIY BRRRR for most busy pros)How investors are buying with lower cash out of pocket and refi-ing immediatelyThe Memphis neighborhood sweet spot (C+ to A-) for rent + appreciationThe simple snowball plan to go from 1 door to a portfolioIf you’re serious about passive income, rental property investing, and financial freedom—this is your blueprint. Book your FREE Strategy call with Melissa (only a few spots open each week) 👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/ladyluck or USE THIS LINK ----------------- 1. Grab a copy of "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." 👉CLICK HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor ----------------- 2. Think LLCs are expensive or complicated to open? NOPE! Think again! Get started today for under $200... and in less than 20 min! CLICK HERE http://shrsl.com/2qfxn-1hzb-kp67 ----------------- 3. Join My FREE Community for New & Aspiring Real Estate Investors! 👉 Join here: skool.com/passiverentals-free ----------------- 4. ❤️ Like what you hear? Please leave me a review and message me on Instagram to connect! Instagram @themelissanash

Jul 29, 2025 • 35min
How Airbnb Paid for My Dream Vacations (and My Retirement Plan
🎁 Grab my free Lazy Investor’s Guide to Real Estate Wealth at hellomelissanash.com—or HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor----------------------------------Think Airbnb is too much work? In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I turned short-term rentals into passive income, major tax savings, and a vacation-funded retirement... without sacrificing my time or sanity. You’ll hear how I manage five Airbnb properties and a portfolio of long-term rentals in under 20 minutes a day, thanks to the systems and support I’ve built over the years. This is the same strategy I now teach inside my coaching program to help busy professionals create financial security without becoming full-time landlords or giving up their lifestyle. If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a vacation home that pays for itself...or wondered if Airbnb investing is actually worth it (this one’s for you).----------------------------------Book your FREE Strategy call with Melissa (only a few spots open each week) 👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/ladyluck or USE THIS LINK ----------------- 1. Grab a copy of "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." 👉CLICK HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor ----------------- 2. Think LLCs are expensive or complicated to open? NOPE! Think again! Get started today for under $200... and in less than 20 min! CLICK HERE http://shrsl.com/2qfxn-1hzb-kp67 ----------------- 3. Join My FREE Community for New & Aspiring Real Estate Investors! 👉 Join here: skool.com/passiverentals-free ----------------- 4. ❤️ Like what you hear? Please leave me a review and message me on Instagram to connect! Instagram @themelissanash

Jul 23, 2025 • 18min
Which Investment Will Make You More Money: Single-Family or Multi-Family?
Want to build passive income but not sure if single-family or multifamily rentals are better? Before you invest a dime, grab my free Lazy Investor’s Guide to Real Estate Wealth — it’s your shortcut to confidently building cash flow without stress, tenants, or flying cross-country. 👉 TAP THIS LINK--> https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor------------🎙️ In this quick and juicy episode, I break down the age-old investor debate: Single-Family vs. Multifamily—Which Makes You More Money? If you're overwhelmed, stuck in analysis paralysis, or just unsure where to start, this episode lays it all out. You'll learn: The myths about multifamily cash flow—and when they actually make senseWhich investment is better for appreciation, tenant retention, financing, and exit strategiesThe #1 mistake new investors make when choosing a property type ⚡ This eposide ss fast. It’s honest. And it’s straight from a mom of four who built a 7-figure rental portfolio from her couch—so you know we’re keeping it hands-off, long-distance, and low drama. 🎧 Hit play now, grab your free guide, and let’s make real estate passive, profitable, and lazy-investor approved.Book your FREE Strategy call with Melissa (only a few spots open each week) 👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/ladyluck or USE THIS LINK ----------------- 1. Grab a copy of "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." 👉CLICK HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor ----------------- 2. Think LLCs are expensive or complicated to open? NOPE! Think again! Get started today for under $200... and in less than 20 min! CLICK HERE http://shrsl.com/2qfxn-1hzb-kp67 ----------------- 3. Join My FREE Community for New & Aspiring Real Estate Investors! 👉 Join here: skool.com/passiverentals-free ----------------- 4. ❤️ Like what you hear? Please leave me a review and message me on Instagram to connect! Instagram @themelissanash

Jul 15, 2025 • 19min
Can One Rental Property Pay for College? Here’s How I Did It
---> Book a FREE strategy call with me: CLICK HERE------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Rising tuition. Limited savings. A 529 plan that locks your money in. There’s a smarter way to fund college... and I lived it. In this episode, I share how one out-of-state rental property I bought for $60K is covering my daughter’s entire college education- and creating generational wealth in the process. You’ll hear: Real numbers: purchase price, cash flow, equity growth, and ROIMy 4 exit strategies (way more flexible than a 529 plan) The biggest lessons I’ve learned after 10 years of letting a tenant pay for college A side-by-side comparison of this strategy vs. a traditional college fundWhether you're a parent planning for the future or just want a creative, proven way to grow wealth passively—this story will change how you think about real estate. 🎧 Tune in and discover how a single rental can turn into tuition, freedom, and options for your kids. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Book your FREE Strategy call with Melissa (only a few spots open each week) 👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/ladyluck or USE THIS LINK ----------------- 1. Grab a copy of "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." 👉CLICK HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor ----------------- 2. Think LLCs are expensive or complicated to open? NOPE! Think again! Get started today for under $200... and in less than 20 min! CLICK HERE http://shrsl.com/2qfxn-1hzb-kp67 ----------------- 3. Join My FREE Community for New & Aspiring Real Estate Investors! 👉 Join here: skool.com/passiverentals-free ----------------- 4. ❤️ Like what you hear? Please leave me a review and message me on Instagram to connect! Instagram @themelissanash

Jul 8, 2025 • 57min
Can One Rental Property Really Erase Your Tax Bill?
Before we get started, if you’re interested in building a rental empire without leaving your couch, make sure to grab my "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." Click HERE now to get your free copy---------------------------------------------------Think tax breaks are just for full-time investors or millionaires? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Amanda & Matt, real estate tax strategists. They’ve saved thousands of investors serious money with strategies you won’t hear from your average CPA... and today, they’re spilling the secrets.Whether you’re a new investor or already have a portfolio, this episode is packed with real-world strategies to help you keep more of your money and grow faster. Don’t miss this one... unless you love overpaying the IRS. 😬 🎧 Hit play now and learn how to legally shrink your tax bill with real estate.--------------------------------------------------- Book your FREE Strategy call with Melissa (only a few spots open each week) 👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/ladyluck or USE THIS LINK ----------------- 1. Grab a copy of "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." 👉CLICK HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor ----------------- 2. Think LLCs are expensive or complicated to open? NOPE! Think again! Get started today for under $200... and in less than 20 min! CLICK HERE http://shrsl.com/2qfxn-1hzb-kp67 ----------------- 3. Join My FREE Community for New & Aspiring Real Estate Investors! 👉 Join here: skool.com/passiverentals-free ----------------- 4. ❤️ Like what you hear? Please leave me a review and message me on Instagram to connect! Instagram @themelissanash

Jul 1, 2025 • 20min
I Almost Didn't Buy My First Rental Property - Thank Goodness I Ignored This Advice
---> Schedule your FREE strategy call HEREEvery newbie real estate investor needs to hear this story. In this episode, Melissa reveals the conversation that almost derailed her investing career before it started - when her closest friends dismissed her first rental property as worthless because it only cash flowed $250 per month. Here's why this episode is essential listening for beginners: Melissa breaks down exactly how that "tiny" $60,000 property (with just $12,000 down) became the foundation of a multi-million-dollar real estate portfolio. You'll discover the "hidden wealth machine" that most people completely miss when evaluating rental properties - it's not just about monthly cash flow. What you'll learn: Why starting small beats waiting for the "perfect" big deal every timeThe 5 wealth-building factors working behind the scenes (hint: cash flow is just the tip of the iceberg)How her $250/month property now generates $600/month after 10 yearsThe exact strategy she used to turn one property into multiple properties using equityWhy "investing with training wheels" is the smartest approach for busy professionalsThe biggest mistake new investors make (and how to avoid it)Perfect for: anyone who wants to build wealth through real estate without it becoming a second job. If you've ever thought a property "doesn't cash flow enough" or wondered if you should wait until you can afford an apartment complex, this episode will completely shift your perspective on real estate investing. Melissa proves that the power of one property can change everything - even if your friends think it's a waste of time.-----------------------Book your FREE Strategy call with Melissa (only a few spots open each week) 👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/ladyluck or USE THIS LINK ----------------- 1. Grab a copy of "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." 👉CLICK HERE https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazyinvestor ----------------- 2. Think LLCs are expensive or complicated to open? NOPE! Think again! Get started today for under $200... and in less than 20 min! CLICK HERE http://shrsl.com/2qfxn-1hzb-kp67 ----------------- 3. Join My FREE Community for New & Aspiring Real Estate Investors! 👉 Join here: skool.com/passiverentals-free ----------------- 4. ❤️ Like what you hear? Please leave me a review and message me on Instagram to connect! Instagram @themelissanash