Real Estate Rookie
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Real Estate Rookie is a podcast for beginners in real estate investing. Hosts Ashley Kehr and Tony J Robinson break down real-world deals, offer one-on-one coaching, and build a supportive community. They answer common newbie questions and provide tips, tools, and roadmaps for building a modest portfolio. The show releases episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
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My Rental Property Has Zero Appreciation: Should I Hold or Sell? (Rookie Reply) 05.06.2026 26minDo you have home equity sitting in your primary residence? You could use it to buy your first or next rental property! There are several ways to do this, and in today’s episode, we’re sharing them so you can make your money work harder! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! Whether it’s a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a cash-out refinance, there are multiple ways to access the equity in your home. But which option is best? Stay tuned and we’ll help you determine the right move for your situation. Next, if you’re preparing to open an Airbnb, the days leading up to launch can be nerve-wracking. Thankfully, our resident short-term rental expert, Tony, has some game-changing tips that will help you create the best possible guest experience and bring in plenty of five-star reviews! Finally, what do you do if your investment property hasn’t appreciated at all over the last one, two, or even five years? Should you hold or cut it loose? The answer is more nuanced than you might think, but we’ll help you reach the right decision for your real estate investing goals! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover How to use your primary residence to buy your first rental property Three ways to access your home equity (and fund your next property) How to create a five-star Airbnb experience (and get more reviews!) What every rookie should know before launching a short-term rental When to sell a rental property that has low or negative cash flow Whether a rental property with low (or no) appreciation is a bad investment And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-727. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Ultimate Guide to Buying Off-Market Properties (As a Complete Beginner) 03.06.2026 46minStruggling to find great real estate deals on the MLS? What if we told you some of the best rental properties are often found elsewhere? If you want better cash flow and bigger margins, you may need to start looking for off-market properties. Thankfully, today’s guest is an expert on these types of deals and will show YOU exactly how to find them! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! When Janelle Carlson first started investing in real estate several years ago, she would find properties like most new investors do—on the MLS. But around 2021, something changed. With record-low mortgage rates and properties often selling for above asking price, the deals started drying up. So, Janelle started looking off-market instead and had enormous success. Today, she does over 30 off-market deals per year! With a little time, effort, and Janelle’s blueprint, you could buy your first or next off-market property this year, too. In this episode, she shows you where to look for leads, the different types of strategies to use, and the secrets to negotiating a home-run deal! In This Episode We Cover How to find and buy off-market properties as a complete beginner The biggest differences between off-market and on-market deals Finding deals within your buy box using the pay per lead (PPL) strategy Everything you need to launch your own real estate direct mail campaign How Janelle was ghosted by her partner on her very first deal (and lost $35,000) And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-726. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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He Was Making Just $12/Hour: Now He Owns 7 Rental Properties (10 Units) 01.06.2026 40minYou don’t need a big market, huge salary, or even a college degree to invest in real estate. Today’s guest had a very simple goal when he started: replace his $12/hour construction job. He’s already achieved that, and today, he owns seven rental properties…and counting! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Nathan Shelby has dabbled in several investing strategies, from mobile home lots to fixer uppers. But he’s recently landed on a strategy that allows him to use the BRRRR method (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat) on new construction homes—just without the renovations. Despite investing in a relatively small town, one of these properties appraises for roughly twice the cost to build it, allowing Nathan to pull 100% of his cash out for the next one! Nathan has found his groove in the last couple of years, but it wasn’t always smooth sailing. In this episode, he shares some of the biggest mistakes he made early on—pitfalls you can easily avoid. Stay tuned to learn about the systems and tools you should implement on day one, how to dial in your tenant screening process, and why new construction is often easier than renovating! In This Episode We Cover How Nathan scaled to 10 rental units without a big salary or college degree How to find highly profitable real estate deals outside of the MLS Why new construction is often easier than rental renovations Must-have systems and tools to build and scale your real estate portfolio Three of the biggest mistakes new investors make (and how to avoid them) And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-725. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How to Pay (Much) Less in Taxes as a Real Estate Investor (Rookie Reply) 29.05.2026 24minRental properties can give you cash flow, appreciation, and loan paydown from tenants. But tax benefits are often the unsung hero of real estate investing. Today, we’re sharing some of the best real estate tax strategies so you can keep more of your hard-earned money from Uncle Sam! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! Should you do a cost segregation study? Many investors use this tax strategy to accelerate depreciation and create massive paper losses, but what’s the catch? Stay tuned as we break down the potential pitfalls and everything you need to know before getting started. What about a 1031 exchange? This strategy allows you to defer capital gains taxes when selling a rental property, but what if you’re flipping houses? Every landlord wants a great tenant in their rental property, but how do you find them? From credit scores and income requirements to employment verification and background checks, we show you how to dial in your tenant screening criteria so that you make the best possible decision! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover Real estate tax strategies that will help you keep more money from the IRS How to accelerate rental property depreciation with a cost segregation study Offsetting your active income with the short-term rental tax “loophole” The two ways to qualify for Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) How to select the best tenant for your rental property (fairly and legally) Whether you can do a 1031 exchange when flipping a house And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-724. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How to Get a 3% Mortgage Rate on Your Rental Property (Still Works in 2026) 27.05.2026 25minDid you know that you could get a 3% mortgage rate on your next rental property? With rates hovering around 6%-7%, this would shave hundreds of dollars off your monthly mortgage payment and save you a few hundred thousand dollars in total interest. That alone could flip a deal with negative cash flow into a profitable one. But rates don’t appear to be coming down any time soon. So, how is this possible? Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Today, we’re talking about assumable mortgages—existing loans that have rates as low as 3%. These aren’t “goldilocks” properties that only the luckiest investors find. There are millions of them all across the U.S., and we’ll show you exactly how to find them. Stay tuned to learn everything you need to know about these loans, like how to cover the “equity gap” that many of these properties have, a six-step process for taking over an existing mortgage, and the biggest pitfalls to avoid along the way. If you’re struggling to find properties that cash flow, this investing strategy could be the answer you’ve been looking for! In This Episode We Cover Everything you need to know about assumable mortgages before you buy The main difference between assumable and subject-to deals The three main types of government-backed, assumable loans Six steps to find, buy, and close on an assumable mortgage The “equity gap” explained, and how to find “sweet spot” properties The best places to find assumable properties for sale online And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-723. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Making Over $10,000/Month with Just One Rental Property 25.05.2026 43minFear your market is too competitive for you to stand out? Today’s guest bought her first rental property right before developers started buying up the land around her. Thankfully, she didn’t back down. Since then, her property has already climbed to the top 1% of Airbnb listings and now brings in over $10,000 a month! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Erin Robinson had always wanted to invest in real estate, but she didn’t just want another boring rental property. She wanted to build her own “luxury” stay—a private retreat that could double as her own vacation rental. And that’s exactly what she did, strategically investing in high-value amenities and highlighting her property’s best features. Despite only launching recently, Erin’s property already makes five figures per month and is booked nearly three months out! From unique design features that will help your property pop to booking tips that will maximize your revenue, Erin has all the secrets to designing a successful short-term rental. If you want to launch a high-performing Airbnb property from scratch, this episode is for you! In This Episode We Cover How Erin turned her first rental into a profitable Airbnb (making $10,000/month) The best “luxury” items to prioritize when designing your short-term rental Tips and tricks to get your rental property to the top 1% of Airbnb listings How to create the ideal guest experience (and get more five-star ratings) The two biggest mistakes Erin made when renovating her property And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-722. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Paying Off a Rental Property vs. Buying More: Which One Wins? (Rookie Reply) 22.05.2026 23minShould you pay off your mortgage early or buy more rental properties? The first option gives you peace of mind, while the other allows you to build wealth much faster. In this episode, we’re fleshing out both strategies so you can make the right choice! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! What’s better—a debt-free property or a larger real estate portfolio? The answer depends entirely on the investor, but we’ll help you determine the best path for you. As a new landlord, it’s only a matter of time before you’ll need to make repairs to your property. But what if that “repair” is something major, like replacing an HVAC unit? We’ll show you how to prepare for the worst before you buy! Finally, how do you know if you’re analyzing a rental property correctly? It might look like a good deal on the surface, but what if you’re overlooking some major red flags? Follow our tips, and you might just dodge a mistake you could regret later! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover Paying off your mortgage early versus buying more rental properties Using your home equity to scale your rental portfolio faster How to budget for major rental property repairs and maintenance How much every rookie investor should have in reserves (per property) Common red flags you can’t afford to miss when analyzing real estate deals And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-721. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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He Had No Money for His First Deal: 5 Years Later, He Owns 17 Properties 20.05.2026 44minRookies think they need millions to invest in commercial real estate, but that’s only a myth, and today’s guest is about to show you why. In this episode, we’re talking all about an asset that might sound big and scary but is actually much easier to buy than you probably think: self storage! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Cameron Barsanti has owned single-family homes, multifamily properties, and other assets. But his favorite? Self storage. These large metal boxes have no toilets, no tenants living on the property, and less maintenance than residential real estate. Since zeroing in on self storage just five years ago, Cameron has scaled to a $70+ million portfolio spanning nine states! Today, he’s giving you a complete crash course on the asset—how it works, how it makes money, and everything you need to know to get started. We get into analyzing markets, the ideal tech “stack” for new investors, and much more. So, if you’ve ever wanted to know how to get into self storage, without a ton of money, this episode is for you! In This Episode We Cover How to start investing in self storage facilities in 2026 The number one skill every self storage investor must learn Creative ways to find mom-and-pop self storage facilities for sale The easiest way to find and fund your first self storage deal in 2026 The most important factor when analyzing a self storage market And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-720. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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From No Time or Money to Doing 6-Figure Real Estate Deals (With 8 Kids!) 18.05.2026 35minDon’t have enough time or money to invest in real estate? These are, by far, the two most common roadblocks for new investors. Today’s guest didn’t let them stop her. Instead, she used creative means to find and fund real estate deals without much free time or a big bank account. If you follow her blueprint, you’ll be able to do the same! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Beth Decler is a homeschooling mother of eight—yes, eight—children, but somehow, some way, she’s also making time for real estate investing. In fact, she and her husband have done five real estate deals and made six-figure profits with the live-in flip strategy, all while running their own on-farm business. In this episode, Beth shows you how to find off-market properties (without cold calling), bypass the banks with seller financing, and save thousands in taxes. Now that Beth has used the power of real estate to scale up to her “forever” home, she’s eyeing another investing strategy—one that’s less hands-on but will allow her to keep growing her net worth! In This Episode We Cover How this investing mom is doing six-figure flips (while raising eight kids!) Selling investment properties for tax-free gains using the live-in flip strategy How to negotiate seller financing for your next real estate deal Creative ways to find off-market properties for sale (without cold calling) How to fund real estate deals without traditional bank financing And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-719. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Should I Keep or Sell My Rental Property? (Huge Equity Gains) (Rookie Reply) 15.05.2026 25minHave some home equity built up in one or more of your rental properties? What should you do? Get a line of credit? Sell? You have more options than you think, and in this episode, we’ll help you crunch the numbers and weigh your options so you make the best possible decision! Welcome to another Rookie Reply! There’s a property you want to buy. It’s affordable, it’s in a decent market, and it cash flows. Should you pull the trigger? Not so fast! Sometimes the property that looks like a steal is actually a trap—one that many new investors fall for, including Ashley when she was starting out. Stay tuned to find out why, and then stick to her advice! Next, maybe you have an investment property that has appreciated by six figures since buying it a few years ago. Rather than letting the equity sit there, we’ll show you several ways to put it to good use so you can scale your real estate portfolio further. Finally, do you need a landlord-tenant lease agreement when house hacking? Without a doubt, yes. We’ll show you where to find one (or create your own) so you’re fully protected! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover The best ways to tap into your investment property’s home equity When to sell a rental property and realize the home equity gains The difference between return on investment (ROI) and return on equity (ROE) Deferring capital gains taxes on a property sale through a 1031 exchange Whether you should ever buy the “cheap,” cash-flowing rental property Whether you need a landlord-tenant lease agreement when house hacking And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-718. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The 2-Year Blueprint for Buying Your First Rental Property (Starting from Zero) 13.05.2026 36minYou want to buy a rental property, but there’s one problem: you don’t have the money! The good news? You’re not as far away as you probably think. If you want to save as much money as possible for a down payment, today’s guest will show you how. In just two years, she went from zero to building a strong financial foundation and taking down her first property! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! When Mimi Fall was laid off from her W-2 job, it was the last straw. In that moment, she decided to take responsibility for her financial future, and that meant getting a better job, cracking down on spending, and throwing every extra dollar toward savings. All of Mimi’s hard work paid off, as within two years, she was able to buy her very first rental property. Today, she rents out rooms to tenants, and the total rental income covers her entire mortgage payment and then some. In this episode, she shares her step-by-step roadmap for getting your finances in check, her favorite personal finance tips and tools, and property-saving advice for all new landlords! In This Episode We Cover How to save money (faster) and buy your first or next rental property Mimi’s journey from being laid off to chasing financial freedom Covering your mortgage (and then some) with the rent-by-the-room strategy How to lay a strong personal finance foundation (starting from scratch) How to pin down your long-term real estate investing goals And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-717. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Making $10,000/Month Cash Flow from 5 Rental Properties in Just 5 Years 11.05.2026 46minHad enough of the nine-to-five grind? Then it’s time to start engineering your exit with assets that will give you more time, flexibility, and financial freedom: rental properties. Today’s guest will show you how to replace your salary with cash flow and finally start living on your terms! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Jamie Trickett had the cozy, corner-office job most people dream of, but it wasn’t enough. With a three-hour daily commute on top of a 40+ hour workweek, she had very little time left for her boys. Something had to give. So, Jamie took a leap of faith and bought her first rental property. What was initially intended as a retirement asset quickly evolved into another steady income stream. Just two years later, she quit her W-2 job to go all-in on real estate investing and has stacked five rental properties in five years. Jamie hasn’t just scaled to $10,000 in monthly cash flow. She’s also saved six figures in taxes through cost segregation studies and other overlooked tax deductions. You don’t need dozens of rentals to do what Jamie’s doing. Stay tuned to learn how YOU can copy her success with a “small and mighty” portfolio! In This Episode We Cover How Jamie quit her job with a “small and mighty” real estate portfolio Making $10,000 in monthly cash flow with just five rental properties Replacing your W2 income with rental property cash flow How to save thousands in taxes with a cost segregation study Building a real estate business that gives you control of your time How to stop “shiny object syndrome” from derailing your investing goals And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-716. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Should You Ever Buy a Rental Property with Negative Cash Flow? (Rookie Reply) 08.05.2026 23minEveryone keeps saying we’re in a “buyer’s market,” but if that’s true, where are all the real estate deals? It’s easy to get discouraged after hearing “no” after “no,” but in today’s episode, we’re sharing the secrets to landing off-market properties and overlooked rentals on the MLS! Welcome to another Rookie Reply! Struggling to find real estate deals at the right price? Ashley and Tony will show you how to modify your approach and get your next rental property under contract much faster. Next, should you self-manage or hire a property manager? Each strategy has its pros and cons, but the right one for you depends on a few factors that we’ll get into! Finally, is it ever a good idea to buy a rental property that will give you negative cash flow? Most people don’t get into real estate investing to lose money each month, but we’ll show you a scenario in which taking a modest loss today could pay off long-term! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover The secret to finding discounted real estate deals (in any market) The number one mistake new investors make when looking for off-market properties Whether you should self-manage your rental property or hire a property manager The best tools, software, systems, and processes for self-managing landlords Whether you should ever buy a rental property with negative cash flow And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-715. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Should You Ever Buy a Rental Property with Negative Cash Flow? (Rookie Reply) 06.05.2026 48minTired of your rental properties making just $50 or $100 a month? What if you could squeeze several thousand dollars out of the same properties instead? That’s exactly what today’s guest is doing—taking ordinary properties that you’d find on the MLS and turning them into money-making assets with one powerful investing strategy: residential assisted living. And in today’s episode, he’ll show YOU how to do the same! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Hans Stone has built a real estate business that brings in not $2,000, or $5,000, or even $10,000, but upward of $40,000 per month, per property. How? There’s an entire generation that’s starting to age out and needs private care, and Hans is providing it. And there’s so much demand for these properties that, once he stabilizes the property, he rarely deals with vacancies or evictions! If you’re done with the tight margins and want a strategy that will not only generate more cash flow but also help you make a difference, Hans is giving you the entire blueprint to get started! In This Episode We Cover Making $40,000 per month (per property) with residential assisted living How to find investment properties you can turn into assisted living houses The biggest risks and challenges to be aware of with assisted living investing How to protect your real estate business from a liability standpoint Why assisted living is much more about hospitality than healthcare And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-714. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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From Zero to 11 Real Estate Deals in 6 Years by Buying Properties 99% Ignore 04.05.2026 40minYou don’t need a huge savings account or even a ton of life experience to start investing in real estate. At just 18 years old, today’s guest used her entire life savings to buy her first real estate deal. It was just an empty parcel of land, but it ended up becoming a $120K home-run deal that catapulted her toward 10 more deals over the next six years! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Tiffany Da Silva had just graduated from high school when she decided to go (literally) all-in on real estate investing. Despite having no credit and just $12,000 to her name, she took the plunge, using every last dollar to bid on an empty parcel of land at a tax deed sale. What was going to be a simple land flip turned into a rental property that has made her over $120,000! With proof of concept, Tiffany went back to the well, buying up several more real estate owned (REO) properties at auctions and even dabbling in new construction. Whether you feel you’re too young to invest, too old to start, or somewhere in the middle, anyone can follow Tiffany’s blueprint and copy her success! In This Episode We Cover How Tiffany bought her first real estate deal at just 18 years old Tiffany’s journey from zero to 11 real estate deals in six years How to buy discounted properties at tax deed sales and auctions Using hard money to fund your off-market real estate deals Real estate owned (REO) properties explained (and how to find them!) And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-713. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How to Estimate Rehab Costs from Scratch (Materials & Labor) (Rookie Reply) 01.05.2026 24minNeed help estimating rehab costs? This is a huge unknown for many rookie investors. But not to worry—in this episode, we’ll show you how to do this as accurately as possible so you have fewer surprises once you’re under contract and it’s time to get your hands dirty! Welcome to another Rookie Reply! If you’re stuck with a property that’s giving you negative cash flow, you have two choices: hold (and figure it out) or sell. The answer is more nuanced than you probably think, but we’ll point you in the right direction. Next, whether you’re using the BRRRR method, flipping houses, or simply updating an existing rental property, every real estate investor must perform renovations at some point. Stay tuned to learn how to accurately estimate these costs and avoid over-improving your property. Finally, agents and sellers can become frustrated by “lowball” offers, but is there such a thing as an offer that’s too aggressive? We’ll show you how to find discounted deals without burning bridges along the way! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover How to accurately estimate rehab costs (step by step) How to avoid losing money by over-improving your property What to do when your rental property is giving you negative cash flow Whether you should hold or sell an underperforming property What to know before making an “aggressive” real estate offer And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-712. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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BRRRR vs. Turnkey: Which Rental Strategy Actually Wins? (Not What You Think) 29.04.2026 25minBefore you buy your first rental property, you’ll need to pick an investing strategy. Should you opt for the convenience of a turnkey rental property or swing for more upside with the BRRRR method (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat)? We’ll help you make the right choice! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Today, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about turnkey real estate and value-add rental properties. To make sure we’re comparing apples to apples, we’ll use the same example property, crunch the numbers, and cover both processes from start to finish—your all-in costs, project timelines, cash flow, and much more. Which strategy is more rookie-friendly? Which makes more money? Which has the biggest risks? You’re about to find out! We provide a checklist of things you’ll need to do before committing to one strategy or the other, and then help you make a decision that aligns with your lifestyle and investing goals. Whether you’re starting from square one or have already begun narrowing down your options, this episode will give you the confidence to move forward! In This Episode We Cover The convenience of turnkey properties versus the upside of value-add real estate How to choose an investing strategy that fits your long-term goals The biggest investing risks to consider when using the BRRRR method Four crucial questions to ask before committing to an investing strategy The “checklist” to complete before buying your first investment property And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-711. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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From Extreme Job Burnout to Breakthrough with 2 Rentals (He Quit His W2) 27.04.2026 52minFeel stuck in a career that’s slowly wearing you down? Rentals give everyday people a clear path to financial freedom and flexibility, but few take it. When today’s guest had finally reached his breaking point, he grabbed the opportunity with both hands, trading his W-2 job for real estate! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Brian Flint had his “dream job,” or so he thought. After two decades of mentally and physically demanding work, a traumatic work incident caused him to rethink what he wanted his life to look like over the next 20-30 years. Thankfully, he had real estate investing to fall back on, which simplified the decision to step away from his career as a fire captain. With rental properties, Brian has been able to not only leave the grueling 100-hour workweeks behind but also fund his $1 million dream home, buy vacation rentals across the U.S., and claim thousands of dollars in tax benefits. Whether you’re content at your nine-to-five or actively plotting your escape, Brian will show you how to make rentals part of your future! In This Episode We Cover How Brian left his W-2 job to focus on real estate investing (full-time!) Why Brian doubled down on rentals when his portfolio was $300,000 underwater Buying rental properties at a deep discount through VA foreclosure lists How to make money and gain experience with the co-hosting strategy Saving thousands with bonus depreciation and other tax benefits And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-710. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Should You Self-Manage Your Rentals or Hire a Property Manager? (Rookie Reply) 24.04.2026 20minOffer accepted! Congratulations—you’re well on your way to buying a rental property. But first, your earnest money deposit (EMD) is due. How much do you need to put down? What about due diligence fees? And what happens if the home inspection comes back with major issues? In today’s episode, we’ll show you what to pay and how to protect yourself! Welcome to another Rookie Reply! Your earnest money deposit is often the first big financial commitment you’ll make to your investment property. Ashley and Tony show you how to navigate the process, which contingencies to include, and what to do if an inspection goes sideways. Next, we tackle a question that forces investors to sacrifice cash flow or time: Should you self-manage your rental property or hire a property manager? Being a landlord might seem intimidating, but we’ve got a few tips that will make your experience much easier. Maybe you’re not ready for earnest money deposits or property managers yet because you haven’t found a real estate market with affordable home prices! Where should you start your search? What data should you be using? Stick around and we’ll break it all down! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover Earnest money deposits and due diligence fees explained (and how much to pay) What to do when your home inspection comes back with major problems Self-managing versus hiring property management for your rental property Where to invest when you can’t afford the home prices in your market Must-have data when choosing a new real estate market to invest in And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-709. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Need Money for a Down Payment? Try These 8 Side Hustles (That Actually Work) 22.04.2026 37minDon’t have enough cash for a down payment or enough income to qualify for a mortgage? You’re not alone—many rookies have been (or are) in your shoes. If money’s the one thing standing between you and your real estate investing goals, stay tuned, because we’re bringing you eight side hustles that could help you buy a rental property! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Today, we’re sharing our favorite side hustles to start alongside your nine-to-five job. We’re breaking down everything about these gigs, from the money, tools, and skills you’ll need to get started to each strategy’s income potential. Some of them take a few months to gain traction, but others can be up and running in a matter of days! And get this: each of these side hustles is proven—not just by people looking to make a few extra bucks, but by real rookie investors we’ve had on the podcast. Whether you’re starting from zero or need a little more money to fund your next real estate deal, these ideas will give you the push you need! In This Episode We Cover Eight side hustles that could pay for your next rental property Real case studies from past Real Estate Rookie guests How to choose, start, and scale your side hustle (step by step) Startup costs, must-have tools, and income potential for different gigs How to buy, refurbish, and flip “cheap” items for a massive profit And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-708. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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