I own both. And they’re very different businesses. A lot of investors look at a short-term rental and think: “I can charge $300 a night. That’s $9,000 a month!” Maybe. But that’s not how the math works. A short-term rental isn’t simply a long-term rental with a higher rent. It’s closer to running a small […]
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How to Analyze a Rental Property
The biggest mistake I see new investors make is falling in love with the property before they fall in love with the numbers. The house looks great. The neighborhood is improving. The rent seems high. The seller says it’s a “great investment.” Maybe it is. But none of that matters if the numbers don’t work. […]
How Is Buying a Rental Property Different from Buying a Primary Residence?
If you’re new to real estate investment, you’re probably flooded with questions about how buying a rental property differs from purchasing your primary residence. Buying your first property is a significant milestone, a huge step, and one of the smartest moves you can make for your financial future. Now, you might assume that buying a […]


