How To Buy Your First Rental Property (Step-By-Step)

How To Buy Your First Rental Property (Step-By-Step)

April 7, 2026 · 47 min

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This episode provides a step-by-step guide on how to buy your first rental property in 2026, adapting to the current market conditions.

FREE Training & More : https://samuelleeds.com/rlfreetraining Start using DealSourcr (AI tool) for FREE: https://dealsourcr.com/ In this episode of the Property Investors Pod, we are breaking down exactly how to buy your first rental property in 2026. The market has shifted, and the old "rules" of real estate investing don't always apply. Whether you’re looking for financial freedom or a steady stream of passive income, this 6-step guide provides the technical roadmap you need to go from "interested" to "closing."🕒 What You’ll Learn:Step 1: The 2026 Financial Audit – How to prep your credit and capital for today’s interest rates.Step 2: Identifying "Growth Zones" – Finding undervalued markets before the crowd arrives.Step 3: The Math that Matters – A deep dive into calculating Cash-on-Cash return and Cap Rates.Step 4: Financing Secrets – From traditional mortgages to creative seller financing.Step 5: Due Diligence – How to spot a "money pit" during the inspection phase.Step 6: Scaling for Passive Income – Setting up property management so you don't have to take the 2 AM calls.

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Hosts: Russell Leeds, Anna Leeds

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