
Real Estate Rookie
New to real estate investing and not sure where to start? Ashley Kehr and Tony J. Robinson break down the basics with real-world deal analysis, investor interviews and listener Q&A.
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- Tony2 eps
- Brian Flint1 ep
- Kimber Rachuy1 ep
Also: David Epstein, Laila Smith, Justin Whitted, Tiffany Da Silva, Hans Stone, Megan Chou, Janelle Carlson, Nathan Shelby, Erin Robinson, Hana Jones, Easton Jones, Stephanie Wagner, Crystal Lloyd, Brent Beard
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- real estate investing basics
- first-time property purchases
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- coaching for new investors
- real-world deal breakdowns
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- weekly episodes since inception
- active for six years
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| 10/26/26 | Turning $12K in Rent Payments Into a $1.3M Real Estate Portfolio | What if you could buy your first property without perfect credit, big cash reserves, or a bank saying yes? Sometimes your first real estate deal is hiding in a building you already pay rent on, and all it takes is the right question to unlock it. Today’s guest did just that, and it opened the door to his entire real estate journey! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Reginald Calloway didn’t have good credit, cash reserves, or any real estate experience when he asked his daycare business’s landlord one simple question. That question turned a year of rent into a $12,000 down payment and a seller-financed deal with no money out of pocket. Over the next few years, that one building became three, and his childcare campus recently appraised for $1.3 million! But not every deal went this smoothly. Reginald walks through the auction flip that cost more than double what he budgeted, and the credit card interest that left him unsure whether he made a profit at all. He’ll show you why a check at closing doesn’t always mean you profited on a flip, why you should run your numbers before you bid, and how his first mail campaign landed a rental property that cash flowed from day one! In This Episode We Cover How one question turned a rented property into a first deal Using rent you’ve already paid as your down payment (seller financing!) Land contracts explained, plus the crucial mistake to avoid before you sign Why an auction bidding war is the fastest way to overpay on a property Why you should never negotiate against yourself ($10,000 near-miss!) Why a check at closing doesn’t always mean you made a profit And So Much More! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 45m 59s | ||||||
| 10/23/26 | Ran the Numbers but Nothing Cash Flows? What to Do Next (Rookie Reply) | So you ran the numbers and the cash flow shows negative? You don’t have to give up on rentals. With a few smarter assumptions, the right strategy, or the right market, you can turn “this will never work” into a deal that actually pays you! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! Today’s first rookie has analyzed three to four dozen small multifamily properties. Even at 20% below asking, almost none of them cash flow on day one. We narrow it down to three possibilities: are you being too conservative with your expenses, is the 1% rule out of reach in your market, or is it time to pivot? We show you how to stress-test your vacancy, maintenance, and CapEx numbers, and walk through the real fix. Next, can you invest in US real estate while working here on a visa? We share exactly who to talk to before you buy! Finally, we’re breaking down how to build your investing team when capital is limited, including which pros you need before your first deal and which can wait. If the numbers don’t work, don’t force them. There’s a better path to your first deal! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover Why your deals won’t cash flow, and whether it’s your math or your market How to make rentals work in a high-cost-of-living market How to pivot your strategy with rent by the room, mid-term, or short-term rentals When to tighten (or loosen) your expense assumptions What to do before buying rentals on a work visa Who to hire first when your capital is limited And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-787. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 23m 14s | ||||||
| 10/21/26 | How to Start Your Rental Portfolio in 2027 (No Experience, Little Money) | What would you do if you had to start your real estate portfolio over with little money and no experience? We’d do it a lot differently the second time around! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! After interviewing hundreds of investors and even scaling our own portfolios to replace our incomes, we’ve got the framework to help you start your real estate portfolio, today! If we had to start from scratch in 2027, this is the exact seven-step plan to do it faster (and smarter) than our first time around. It all starts before you make a single offer. You’ll learn how to get into the right rooms, go beyond just “networking,” and find the people (and partners) you need. You’ll also hear how to bring value even with zero experience, and why partnering with a seasoned investor can save you years of costly mistakes. We’re sharing our advice on how to commit to one strategy, find undervalued deals, and build systems around your first rental property so you can scale with ease! The best time to start is today! And with our seven steps, you can get started sooner than you thought! In This Episode We Cover The seven steps we’d take to build a real estate portfolio from scratch How to bring value to experienced investors (and become their partners) How partnering can shortcut years of costly mistakes and tough lessons learned How to choose the right strategy for your skills, goals, and resources Where to find undervalued deals (yes, even on the market!) The systems to set up on property one so you can scale without breaking And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-786. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 33m 32s | ||||||
| 10/19/26 | Building a 6-Property Portfolio While Working a W-2 and Raising 6 Kids | Ever made a money decision you'd give anything to redo? You can't rewind the clock, but you can try again, even with a full-time job and a full house! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! At 18, Josh Yeatts turned down his family's nearly paid-off mobile home park. Years later, after accidentally becoming a landlord, he sold that rental out of frustration. Looking back, Josh realized he was missing out on family time and wanted more freedom, and real estate investing seemed to unlock that! He and his wife agreed to run it like a business, and built a six-property portfolio, all while working a W-2 job, serving as a pastor, and raising six kids! Josh shares how he scraped together the down payment on his first rental property with a tax refund and home equity, the importance of building relationships with your agent, lenders, and vendors, and covers the reason he skipped his inspection (and why you shouldn't!). He walks us through his first BRRRR, how he finds contractors he can trust, and the multigenerational housing plan that converted three family homes into rentals that more than cover his new mortgage! If you've ever wondered whether it's too late to start (or start over), this episode is your sign! In This Episode We Cover Using your tax refund and home equity to fund your first rental property How to get your spouse on board with real estate investing Why an investor-friendly agent can make your first deal easier Doing your first BRRRR (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat) with a DIY rehab How to find and vet contractors you can trust The multigenerational housing plan that turned family homes into rentals And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-785. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 33m 40s | ||||||
| 10/16/26 | How to Turn Your Equity Into Rentals with a HELOC or Cash-Out Refi (Rookie Reply) | Pulling equity out of your home to buy your next rental can feel like free money, but it isn't. Whether you use a HELOC or a cash-out refinance, if you don't run the numbers the right way, it can eat up your cash flow…fast. But if you get it right, the equity you've already built can fund your next down payment without draining your savings, while growing your portfolio! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! Today's first question comes from an investor who has owned a long-term rental for eight years, with significant equity. Now, she wants to use that equity to buy her next rental, but doesn't know how to account for the new debt. We break down how a HELOC (home equity line of credit) and a cash-out refi actually work, and how Tony used a HELOC on his own home to help cover his next down payment! We also run through the one test every deal has to pass before you tap your equity. Ever wanted to help a family member find a stable place to live? We go head-to-head on whether to buy a condo or build an ADU, and share how to protect your investment (and your family relationships) if plans change. Finally, if you're ready to hire a property manager so you're not the one taking every tenant call, we’ll walk you through how to vet one, which fees to inquire about upfront, and the questions to ask before you hand over the keys! Whether you're tapping your equity, housing someone you love, or handing off the keys, this episode will help you make your next move with confidence! In This Episode We Cover The difference between a HELOC and a cash-out refinance How to underwrite your next deal when you're borrowing against your equity The simple test that shows whether your new rental can cover the extra payment that comes from a HELOC or refinance Stress-testing your interest rate before completing a BRRRR (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat) Condo vs. ADU when buying housing for a family member (that’s also an investment) The questions to ask before hiring a property manager And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-784. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 28m 40s | ||||||
| 10/14/26 | Long-Term Rentals: Everything You Need to Know Before You Self-Manage | Thinking about investing in long-term rentals? Finding the property is only half the battle. Getting it rent-ready, landing great tenants, and keeping everything running smoothly is where successful landlords get it right. So today, we're flipping the script and bringing Ashley into the hot seat to share exactly how she does it, and the costly mistakes to avoid along the way! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Tony has spent years running short-term rentals, but in just three weeks, he'll be self-managing a long-term rental for the first time. So Ashley, our resident long-term rental expert, is giving him a full crash course on everything she's learned from owning and operating long-term rentals. Ashley walks us through her make-ready “punch” list—including how to decide what your rental actually needs before you rent it out. Next, we’ll learn why it pays to list your rental early, how to run showings and open houses, and how to move applicants smoothly from first viewing to signed lease. Ashley also breaks down her step-by-step process for screening tenants and spotting red flags, setting clear income requirements, collecting a holding deposit, handling move-in inspections, and what every lease agreement should cover. Whether you're buying your first long-term rental or deciding whether to self-manage, this episode gives you the full playbook to get started! In This Episode We Cover The make-ready “punch” list for turning your home into a rental How to decide which appliances to leave Why you should list your rental before you move out Showings vs. open houses (and why most booked showings never show) How Ashley screens tenants and spots fake pay stubs Holding deposits, prorated rent, and move-in inspections explained And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-783. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 37m 47s | ||||||
| 10/12/26 | He Doesn’t Own These Rentals (But They Helped Him Quit His Job) | Most rookies think you need dozens of rentals before you can walk away from your job. But what if the fastest way to replace your income didn’t require building a huge portfolio? Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Ryan Dumka was stuck in long days at his corporate job and missing time with his family, when he took a chance on his very first short-term rental (STR). When he realized how well it worked, he used a 1031 exchange to buy the next. But it wasn’t more properties that finally set him free. Ryan shares how a simple partnership turned into a thriving STR management business, and how you can do the same with the skills you already have. You’ll learn how to find property owners who are looking for your help, how to turn local agents into a steady lead source, and ways to scale up without losing the freedom you started this for! If you’ve ever thought about Airbnb co-hosting, this episode is your roadmap! If you’ve got even one property running smoothly, you might be closer to your exit than you think! In This Episode We Cover How to get your first Airbnb up and running for around $30K Using the equity you already have to buy your next rental faster How to land property management clients without spending a dime on ads A simple postcard trick that helps you win over struggling Airbnb owners The pitch that turns real estate agents into your best lead source How to stack side businesses that make your rentals more profitable And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-782. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 54m 38s | ||||||
| 10/9/26 | Cash Flow vs. Appreciation: What Matters Most in 2027 (Rookie Reply) | Should a rental property put cash in your pocket each month or build serious wealth over time? Cash flow versus appreciation is the oldest debate in real estate investing, but the answer depends on several factors. Today, you'll learn how to pick the path that fits your goals and get the most out of your investments! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! We’re tackling three questions straight from the BiggerPockets Forums. First up, an investor who wants to house hack a small multifamily home is torn between cheaper towns with more cash flow and pricier towns with more appreciation. We have the answer! Next, a high-income earner is weighing multiple investing strategies, from Section 8 and the BRRRR method to value-add deals and sober living facilities. Ashley and Tony go head-to-head on the best next step forward. Finally, a broker wants to learn the investor side of real estate, from acquisition to exit, before putting her own money on the line–and we discuss what to look out for when getting started! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover Whether you should invest for cash flow or appreciation in 2027 The hidden headaches of “cheap” properties in lower-income areas How to pick the right investing strategy for your long-term goals Why a sober living home might be the hardest (or best) first investment The difference between comfort and confidence, and why you'll never feel "ready" How to take a smaller swing so your first deal feels less scary And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-781. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 25m 16s | ||||||
| 10/7/26 | The AI Tools That Save Real Estate Investors Time and Money (Weekly!) | Still using AI like a fancy search engine? Then you're leaving hours of your week, and a lot of money, on the table. Using the right AI tools in your real estate business can help eliminate tedious work, lower your expenses, and free you up to focus on growing your real estate portfolio. Today, we're showing you exactly how to get started! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Today, Ashley puts Tony in the hot seat as our resident AI expert. Tony isn't a developer, but he's used AI to build a custom direct booking website for his short-term rentals (without paying an agency). He also built a master dashboard that shows him how every property in his rental portfolio is performing. Tony breaks down which AI tools are worth your time and even shows Ashley how AI could take over one of her most time-consuming weekly tasks. It's a live example you can follow to spot the busywork in your own business! Whether you're just getting started in real estate or ready to scale, you don't need to know how to code. You just need to know the outcome you want and let AI do the heavy lifting! In This Episode We Cover The easiest ways to implement AI within your own real estate business Why using AI like a search engine leaves most of its value on the table How to spot the repetitive tasks AI can take off your plate How a non-developer built a custom direct booking website with AI The one dashboard that tracks every property, account, and booking And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-780. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 30m 03s | ||||||
| 10/5/26 | From Accidental Landlord to 40+ Apartment Units (While Working Full-Time) | Buying rentals one house at a time works, but what happens when you do the math and realize it'll take 20 years to change your life? That’s the exact wall today’s guest hit, before pivoting his investment journey towards multifamily. We’ll break down why (and how to) make the move, a new perspective on risk mitigation, and why multifamily isn’t as scary as most rookies think it is! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Vaibhav Puranik never planned on being a landlord. An abandoned condo in his HOA turned him into an accidental property manager, and a down market turned his own condo into his first rental. When Los Angeles priced him out, he used the BiggerPockets Forums to find an investor-friendly agent and bought out of state. Five single-family rentals later, he hit a ceiling, so he went bigger. Vaibhav explains exactly how real estate syndications work, how he landed his first general partner (the operator) spot with one condition, and how he now owns stakes in multiple apartment buildings across California! You'll also hear the one money mindset that killed his fear of tenant calls, why understanding CapEx vs. OpEx changed everything, and how he knew it was time to leave his tech career to invest full time. If you're stuck wondering whether you're "ready" for multifamily, Vaibhav’s story and advice will leave you feeling confident to enter the market with a fresh perspective! In This Episode We Cover How an abandoned condo turned Vaibhav into an accidental property manager Using the BiggerPockets Forums to find an agent in a market you’ve never seen Why buying one house at a time may feel too slow to change your life How Vaibhav became a syndication general partner on his very first deal The one mindset shift that takes the dread out of tenant calls Why you don't need a portfolio of rentals before investing in multifamily And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-779. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 51m 45s | ||||||
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| 10/2/26 | How Much Should a House Hack Make in 2027? (Rookie Reply) | Can the numbers on your house hack still work when your tenant's rent doesn't come close to covering the mortgage? And if it won't cash flow, how much should a house hack actually make in 2027? Today, we're uncovering the hidden benefits and forgotten expenses that change the math! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! Today, we're answering three questions most house hackers have asked at some point. After running the numbers, one investor would still be paying over $2,000 a month out of pocket. Is house hacking a thing of the past in expensive markets? Not quite! We'll redefine a “winning” house hack and share ways to squeeze more income out of the same property with investing strategies like renting by the room, mid-term rentals, or what we’re calling the "mega house hack." Another investor looking to house hack is getting wildly different advice about what cash-on-cash return to expect. We'll show you why there's not one "right" number, what to weigh besides cash flow, and how a tighter buy box reveals what a deal can really earn. Plus, we settle what "break-even" really means and share the tools that ensure you never miss an expense. Don't let imperfect numbers talk you out of a good first house hack, or into a bad one! By the end of this episode, you'll know how to run your numbers the right way and spot a great deal you might have passed on otherwise. Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover Whether house hacking still works in expensive markets Redefining a "successful" house hack when the tenant can't cover the mortgage The "mega house hack" that stacks strategies to boost income on both sides What "break-even" really means (and the expenses most rookies forget) What cash-on-cash return you should expect in today's market How a tighter buy box helps you predict your real returns And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-778. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 21m 32s | ||||||
| 9/30/26 | How to Go From 1 to 10 Rentals with "The Stack" Method | The idea of building and scaling a rental portfolio can seem daunting to most rookies starting off. What if we told you there's a realistic, proven formula most rookies don't discover until they've already taken their first step? Today, we're walking you through a method for turning one deal into 10 (or more) without needing a ton of cash! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! If you're a new investor, financial freedom can feel far away, but what if we told you that you could go from a single rental property to 10 units in just a few years? The stack method is a proven formula that helps investors build their portfolios on realistic timelines, with realistic budgets! Today we’re breaking down exactly how it works, and how to double your portfolio size with every deal. We’ll walk through the full stack playbook step by step, how house hacking combined with HELOCs (home equity lines of credit) can fund your next down payment, how to get that down payment to just 3-5%, and the best markets for stacking in 2026. You don't need hundreds of thousands of dollars to get started, you just need to follow the easy steps in today’s episode! In This Episode We Cover How the stack method turns one rental into a 10-unit portfolio in just a few years Why house hacking makes your first few stacks dramatically easier to afford Using a HELOC (home equity line of credit) to fund your next down payment without touching your savings The real numbers: stacking vs. buying single-family rentals one at a time The best markets for stacking in 2026, and how to spot a strong price-to-rent ratio And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-777. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 28m 25s | ||||||
| 9/28/26 | Seller Financing His First Rental When No Bank Would Lend | What happens when your first deal turns into the money pit you were afraid of? For a lot of rookies, that fear alone delays buying a rental property for years. But today's guest proves that a rough first deal can still launch a successful portfolio! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Joshua Settimio went from cleaning beach rentals in high school to working as a real estate agent, and then soon realizing that he wanted to buy the deals he was selling. His catch was that no bank would lend to him so early in his career. Joshua decided not to stop there. He found a house with a termite issue and a tenant who hadn't paid rent in over a year, and asked the owner for seller financing. The rest was history! Today, Joshua estimates his portfolio at 70 properties across four partnerships! Joshua explains how he got the non-paying tenant out without an attorney, and why the rehab dragged on for about a year. He also shares how a detailed scope of work and an “as-completed” appraisal finally got a bank to say yes, and how he used the property's equity through a line of credit to buy his next deal! Your first deal doesn't have to be perfect. It just has to teach you enough to get to the next one! Joshua’s approach towards real estate shows that not every investor’s journey is linear, but with the right mindset, anyone can build a portfolio! In This Episode We Cover How to buy your first rental when banks won't lend to you Where empathy ends and boundaries begin with a non-paying tenant Getting a non-paying tenant moved out without hiring an attorney How an “as-completed” appraisal unlocks financing for your rehab Turning one property's equity into your next real estate deal And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-776. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 50m 53s | ||||||
| 9/25/26 | You've Got a 100% Financing Deal. Do You Take It? (Rookie Reply) | Great deals are hard to find as a rookie, so when one lands in your lap, it can feel like you just struck gold. But how do you actually know if it's the real thing, or if there's a catch? Today, we're breaking down how to evaluate a low-money-down deal when one comes your way, and exactly what to look for before you say yes. Welcome back to Rookie Reply! First, we’re helping a rookie weigh a 100% financing offer his agent is warning him away from—what actually makes a deal like this worth the risk attached to a “no money down” loan? We map out our best advice moving forward, and how to think about reserves for the unexpected. We’re also helping a rookie reverse-engineer his very first house hack, working through when to bring an agent into the picture, and how to walk into an FHA inspection. Finally, a 20-year-old dad who's done all the studying but is still too scared to pull the trigger on his first deal. We offer the next best steps on how he can comfortably make that decision without risking hard financial hits! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover How to tell if a 100% financing offer (0% down) is worth the risk Managing reserves for the deals that don't go as planned Reverse-engineering your very first house hack (exact steps to take) Knowing exactly when to bring an agent into the picture on your first deal Walking into an FHA inspection fully prepared (and what they’ll look for!) The mindset shift that makes your first deal feel possible And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-775. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 26m 07s | ||||||
| 9/23/26 | Multifamily vs. Single-Family Investing: Which Is Better for Beginners? | Every rookie investor arrives at the same fork in the road early on: single-family home or multifamily. Which one's actually the better option? The property type you choose first can shape how fast you cash flow and how quickly you're able to scale your real estate portfolio. Today, we're breaking down both approaches so you can make that choice with confidence! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie Podcast! We're covering the real pros, cons, and differences between single-family and multifamily investing, including how your first rental property affects your options down the road. We're also running deal analysis on a similar single-family home and duplex to show you exactly where the major differences lie and dig into the numbers to see which path actually builds more wealth. While the decision largely depends on your market, budget, and time, this episode shows you exactly how to weigh those factors against your own goals. By the end, you'll know which property type will get you where you want to go! In This Episode We Cover Whether you should invest in single-family or multifamily for your first rental The catch with some high-cash-flow multifamily properties Real numbers on two deals (including cash flow!) The challenges of house hacking a single-family home Why financing becomes more difficult past a fourplex Which type of rental property we’d buy if we were starting over today And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-774. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 36m 26s | ||||||
| 9/21/26 | How to Turn One Condo Into a 17-Unit Rental Portfolio! | Getting into an expensive market can feel completely out of reach for a rookie. But today’s guest looked at the numbers and realized that if he worked this in his favor, he could build reliable, long-term wealth. That math led him to 17 doors across three states, and today, he’s breaking down all his tips so you can start, and scale, too! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! In December 2009, Rick Albert was a broke college senior when he was introduced to a successful real estate investor. That meeting sent Rick down a path that started with an LA condo that many overlooked. He managed to see past the issues, and house hacked the unit with just 10% down. That single deal became the foundation for everything: a HELOC that funded an ambitious ADU conversion, a renovation that took three times longer than planned, and eventually a portfolio spanning 17 units across 3 states, with his business partner. Today Rick breaks down his advice on investing in high-cost markets, the numbers behind his deals, and what he'd do differently if he had to start over with no money. He also covers the unusual trick he used to cover his own closing costs, and what he did with the $228K he walked away with when he finally sold that first condo! If you've ever assumed a market like LA is off-limits for a rookie, this episode says otherwise! In This Episode We Cover How to turn a "problem" property into your first house hack Why cash flow isn't the only way to build wealth How to use a HELOC (home equity line of credit) to fund your next deal Why moving into your own rental can unlock a better refinance without an appraisal How to keep a renovation alive when the money runs short What to do with a six-figure gain once you sell The lender trick that puts money back in your pocket at closing And So Much More! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 03m 58s | ||||||
| 9/18/26 | Don't Buy a House Hack Until You've Checked These Numbers (Rookie Reply) | Investing in your first house hack but not sure whether the deal makes sense in the long run? House hacking is the way most rookies get started in real estate, and we’re breaking down how to analyze those deals to make sure you’re starting off strong! Welcome back to Rookie Reply! We’re back, answering three of your burning questions straight from the BiggerPockets Forums. In this episode, a rookie wants to try his first house hack but needs to know exactly what to analyze in a duplex vs. a single-family home. We’re breaking down the three factors that decide if it makes sense in their market, including a "supermax" strategy most rookies haven't even considered! We’re also weighing in on whether an investor should buy local or out of state for their first long-term rental, and the one trend rookies need to check before choosing a market! Finally, a rookie who is torn between a duplex or a vacation home gets an answer with a twist: the tax loophole that could make one option the smarter buy. Three very different scenarios, but all packed with strategies that will help you on your buying journey, and a clear path to building your long-term wealth! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover The three numbers that make or break a house hack deal (always run these) The "supermax" strategy for maxing out your house hack returns Why negative cash flow isn't always a bad sign Backyard vs. out-of-state investing: which wins for your first rental The tax loophole most rookies have no idea about (very useful if you have a BIG tax bill) And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-772. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 22m 30s | ||||||
| 9/16/26 | 8+ Ways to Find Your First or Next Rental Property in 2027 | Finding real estate deals is a challenge for many rookies. Trying to tell the difference between a great deal and a property that is merely disguised as one is something usually only experienced investors see through. But in this episode, we’re sharing some of the best strategies we use to find real estate deals—including a few options you’ve probably never heard of! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Today, we’re breaking down eight different ways to find your first (or next) rental property! First, you’ll need to build your buy box so that you know exactly which types of properties to look for and where to find them. But then, we’ll show you how to work through the MLS the smart way, find real estate deals via word-of-mouth, and use seller concessions, wholesalers, and pocket listings to buy undervalued properties. We’ll even share an often-overlooked opportunity that could help you buy an entire real estate portfolio in one transaction! For each strategy, we’ll get into the real advantages and drawbacks, so you know exactly which of these channels fits where you are right now. Finally, we’ll show you exactly what to track so your hard work actually translates into your next deal! In This Episode We Cover The best ways to find great real estate deals in 2027 Why you must build your buy box before searching for deals How to use the MLS (multiple listing service) like an experienced investor The secret to finding “hidden” rental portfolios (and how to negotiate them!) The pros and cons of using word-of-mouth to land deals What a pocket listing really is, and how to get on an agent's shortlist How to effectively manage your direct-to-seller outreach campaigns And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-771. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 52m 01s | ||||||
| 9/14/26 | Two Rentals, $3,000 Each: The Guide to Closing with Close-to-Nothing | You don't have to live near your rental, or bring a huge check to closing, to build a real estate portfolio. Today’s guest closed both her deals with only $3,000 out of pocket for each deal, and in a city she'd never even visited. We’re walking through how she did it, and how you can get started, too! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Thomasina Myresa grew up learning how to save. And while she was good at it, it was only when her career was put on hold that she found BiggerPockets, and the art of investing. After finding her mentor, Thomasina went on to close her first deal just five months later! More impressively, it was out-of-state, and with only $3,000 down. Thomasina walks us through how she used the seller concession strategy to keep her closing costs tiny—twice, what she looked for in a property management company (and why she fired one within the first week), and how she scaled from a single family rental to now house hacking a $325,000 duplex. Thomasina’s smart and humble approach to scaling while finding her purpose and niche as a landlord is an all-round inspiring journey, and one that any rookie can relate to! Find out how you can use Thomasina’s strategies to get your journey started in as little as five months! In This Episode We Cover The seller concession trick that got her to closing with only $3,000, twice How a career-halting moment pushed her to pivot into real estate Saving vs. investing, and the career fool-proofing that real estate offers! The rent hike mistake that cost her her first tenant, and the lesson it taught her How to house hack using the rent-by-the-room investing strategy Why she fired her property manager after just one week And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-770. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 45m 56s | ||||||
| 9/11/26 | Should You Keep or Sell a Rental Property That Needs Work? (Rookie Reply) | Your first rental cash flows just fine, but it needs some work, and in order to scale your portfolio, the next big decision hits: Should you hold and repair, or sell it and cash in? Today, we’ll show you how to tell a “keeper” from a potential money pit before you spend a dollar more! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! This week we’re tackling three more questions from the BiggerPockets Forums. First up, we’ll hear from a couple choosing between house hacking and flipping houses and show them why it might not have to be either/or. Next, an NYC investor is debating between two real estate markets, and we’re breaking down how to *make his money go as far as possible.* Finally, a landlord’s first long-term rental needs significant repairs, and he’s questioning if it’s worth renovating or if it’s finally time to sell. There’s a crucial step he needs to take before making that decision, and we’re uncovering exactly what it is! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover How to determine whether you should keep (and fix) or sell a rental property Why it’s crucial to get real repair estimates before assuming the worst Why house hacking and flipping don’t have to be mutually exclusive Financing options that can get you into a property with little to no money down How to choose between two (great) real estate markets And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-769. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 22m 32s | ||||||
| 9/9/26 | 8 Ways to Get More Passive Income from Your Rental Properties | Every hour you spend chasing rent or coordinating a repair is an hour you could’ve spent growing your real estate portfolio or doing the things you actually enjoy. The fix? It’s not working harder, but building the systems that free up your time. When done right, you can get more passive income from your rentals, and we’ll show you exactly how to do it! Welcome back to another episode of the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Today, we’re breaking down eight ways to get your rentals working for you, so that your portfolio generates more passive income and doesn’t just give you a second job. No rental is ever fully hands-off, but the right tools, systems, and processes can get you much closer. We’re walking through what that looks like, the difference between property management and asset management, and the software that automates the busywork! If you want real estate investing to feel more like an actual investment and less like a job, this episode is your roadmap! In This Episode We Cover The best ways to get more passive income from your rental properties The difference between property management and asset management How buying turnkey real estate or new construction limits maintenance Software that automates rent collection, maintenance requests, and other tasks How preventative maintenance saves you time (and money!) When hiring a virtual assistant is actually worth it And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-768. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 32m 28s | ||||||
| 9/7/26 | He Started 8 Months Ago. He Already Has 4 Rentals ($6,000 Cash Flow!) | People say it’s just too hard to find real estate deals in 2026, but today’s guest is proving them all wrong. He’s already bought four rental properties that make over $6,000 in monthly cash flow, and he’s been investing in real estate for just eight months. Joe Crocker is eager to trade his 70-hour workweek for financial freedom, and he’s on track to replace his W-2 income with rental cash flow in the next two years. He’s not finding these properties by building lists, cold calling, or sending mailers. These are regular deals right off the MLS. He buys one, adds some value, pulls his money out, and buys the next one. It’s a simple investing strategy that anyone can use, yet most people don’t. Meanwhile, Joe has already completed multiple deals this year and is well on his way to building a cash-flowing rental portfolio that gives him the money, time, and freedom he’s always wanted. Follow his model, and there’s no reason why you can’t, too! In This Episode We Cover The exact strategy Joe’s using to replace his income with rental cash flow Scaling to four rental properties in just eight months while working his W-2 job The simple property tax strategy that can instantly boost your cash flow How to find overlooked, undervalued real estate deals in 2026 (on the MLS!) Why you should go into every real estate deal with at least two exit strategies And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-767. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 31m 09s | ||||||
| 9/4/26 | How to Buy Your First Multifamily Rental With Low Money (Rookie Reply) | You’ve picked an investing strategy, you’ve studied your market, but now you need the money to get started. You’re not alone, as this is perhaps the most common hurdle for rookie investors. But today, we’ll show you how to work around this and get the funding you need, so you can finally buy your first (or next) rental property! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! This week, we're tackling three questions from the BiggerPockets Forums. One investor has $250,000 saved but is stuck between strategies in a market where the numbers don't easily work, while a SoCal investor is trying to find a more landlord-friendly real estate market to invest in. We’ll share the one habit that quietly derails a lot of new investors once opportunities start rolling in, and when "close to home" is a real requirement versus just a security blanket. And our last question comes from someone who needs the actual money to buy his first multifamily property. We’ll share our favorite creative financing options, as well as the two skills any rookie can use to attract potential investing partners! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover What to consider before buying in an expensive real estate market Creative ways to make real estate deals cash flow (even in pricey areas) How to make consistent, passive returns with private money lending How to narrow down your ideal market and property type by building a buy box The skills that make investors want to partner with you (even with low money) When you should say no to a deal or real estate investing partnership And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-766. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 23m 21s | ||||||
| 9/2/26 | Build Your First Rental (DON'T Buy One) in 2026 | Builders are currently offering huge incentives on new construction homes, to the point where buying "new" might be actually cheaper than buying an existing rental property in your market right now. Today we’re breaking down how this overlooked investing strategy is saving rookies much more than you realize! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! This week, we’re making the case for new builds as a very strong rental strategy: why builders are currently offering incentives that are hard to pass on, how to negotiate on a spec home, how to buy them with low money down, and the difference between buying new inventory and building from the ground up. We’re also digging into walk-in equity and how getting into an early phase of a new community can put you ahead on day one. We’ll also walk you through what to actually budget for land, financing, permitting, and your team before you even commit to a ground-up build. If you're weighing building versus buying for your next rental, this episode will help you make up your mind. New doesn't have to mean expensive. Sometimes it means a better deal that’s just hiding in plain sight! In This Episode We Cover Why many new construction homes are cheaper than resale homes in 2026 Why builders are offering massive incentives (and how to negotiate them!) The differences between buying a spec home and building from scratch How walk-in equity works, and how to actually get it on your next property What to budget for land, permits, and your team before you build And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-765. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 39m 04s | ||||||
| 8/31/26 | He Made $60,000 in 2 Months with This “Failed” Real Estate Deal | Every rookie thinks their first deal will go according to plan (it almost never does). Today, we’re bringing on a guest who had a long list of all the worst-case scenarios that happened to him, and still walked away winning (to the tune of $60,000!). He’s walking us through it all, so you can master your first deal, too! Welcome back to another episode of the Real Estate Rookie Podcast! This week, we’re sitting down with Caleb Smith, a real estate agent who bought his first rental at 21 with next to nothing in the bank, and then watched two very different deals go sideways in two very different ways! One taught him an expensive lesson about lenders. The other got hit by a zoning surprise nobody could have predicted, and forced him to pivot on the spot. Getting your numbers right isn't always enough. Sometimes the thing that changes everything isn't the market, the property, or the strategy—it's something buried in a permit office you never saw coming! If you're trying to figure out how to get your first deal done with limited capital, wondering what can quietly derail your plan, or just want to hear how a rookie handles it when things don't go the way he expected—today’s episode has real numbers, real setbacks, and a few hard-won lessons worth taking with you into your next deal! In This Episode We Cover How Caleb bought his first rental at 21 with only $2,000 to his name Pivoting to a live-in flip strategy (and the huge benefits of doing so!) How to knock on doors to find off-market investment properties Turning a seller credit into an interest rate buydown The $10,000 origination fee mistake that taught him to shop lenders Surviving a falling chimney, botched kitchen, and a zoning reversal mid-deal! And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-764. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 46m 55s | ||||||
| 7/21/26 | real estate investmentfinancial freedom+4 | Hana JonesEaston Jones | BiggerPockets | Los Angeles | real estatefinancial independence+5 | — | 32m 09s | ||
| 7/17/26 | housing marketreal estate investing+4 | — | BiggerPockets | — | housing marketreal estate+5 | — | 15m 58s | ||
| 7/15/26 | long-term rentalsshort-term rentals+4 | — | BiggerPockets | — | rental propertyAirbnb+4 | — | 39m 21s | ||
| 7/13/26 | real estate investingproperty management+4 | Stephanie Wagner | BiggerPockets | — | rental propertyreal estate portfolio+4 | — | 37m 34s | ||
| 7/10/26 | real estate investingwholesaling+4 | — | — | — | real estateinvestment+4 | — | 20m 38s | ||
| 7/8/26 | retirement planningreal estate investing+3 | — | BiggerPockets | — | retirementreal estate+5 | — | 30m 18s | ||
| 7/6/26 | real estate investinghouse hacking+3 | Crystal Lloyd | BPCON | — | rental propertyzero down+5 | — | 38m 20s | ||
| 7/3/26 | cash flowreal estate investing+3 | — | BiggerPockets | — | cash flowrental income+5 | — | 25m 58s | ||
| 7/1/26 | real estate investingcreative financing+3 | — | BiggerPockets | — | real estatefunding+3 | — | 37m 28s | ||
| 6/29/26 | real estate investingpersonal finance+3 | Brent Beard | BiggerPockets | Kansas City | real estateinvesting+5 | — | 30m 26s | ||
| 6/12/26 | property management softwareshort-term rentals+3 | — | BiggerPockets | — | property managementlandlords+3 | — | 22m 33s | ||
| 6/10/26 | real estate investingshort-term rentals+3 | Tony | BiggerPockets | — | real estateinvesting+7 | — | 40m 22s | ||
| 6/8/26 | real estate investingcollege investment+3 | Megan Chou | Rich Dad Poor Dad | — | real estaterental units+3 | — | 43m 28s | ||
| 6/5/26 | home equityrental property+3 | — | BiggerPockets | — | home equityHELOC+5 | — | 26m 49s | ||
| 6/3/26 | off-market propertiesreal estate investing+3 | Janelle Carlson | BiggerPockets | — | off-market dealsreal estate+4 | — | 46m 28s | ||
| 6/1/26 | real estate investingBRRRR method+3 | Nathan Shelby | BiggerPockets | — | real estaterental properties+5 | — | 40m 12s | ||
| 5/29/26 | real estate tax strategiescost segregation study+4 | — | BiggerPockets | — | tax benefitsrental properties+5 | — | 24m 11s | ||
| 5/27/26 | mortgage ratesrental properties+4 | — | BiggerPockets | U.S. | 3% mortgageassumable mortgages+5 | — | 25m 26s | ||
| 5/25/26 | Airbnbreal estate investment+3 | Erin Robinson | BiggerPockets | — | rental propertyAirbnb listings+3 | — | 43m 19s | ||
| 5/22/26 | mortgage payoffrental property investment+3 | — | — | — | mortgagerental properties+7 | — | 23m 21s | ||
| 5/8/26 | real estate investingnegative cash flow+4 | — | BiggerPockets | — | real estate dealsnegative cash flow+3 | — | 23m 20s | ||
| 5/4/26 | real estate investingfirst real estate deal+4 | Tiffany Da Silva | BiggerPockets | — | real estateinvesting+6 | — | 40m 50s | ||
| 5/1/26 | rehab cost estimationreal estate investing+3 | — | — | — | rehab costsreal estate+5 | — | 24m 00s | ||
| 4/29/26 | rental property investingturnkey rentals+4 | — | BiggerPockets | — | BRRRRturnkey properties+6 | — | 25m 59s | ||
| 4/27/26 | job burnoutreal estate investing+3 | Brian Flint | BiggerPocketsVA+1 | — | job burnoutreal estate+5 | — | 52m 29s | ||
| 4/24/26 | earnest money depositsproperty management+3 | — | BiggerPockets | — | earnest money depositdue diligence fees+5 | — | 20m 53s | ||
| 4/22/26 | side hustlesreal estate investing+4 | — | BiggerPockets | — | side hustlesdown payment+6 | — | 37m 17s | ||
| 4/20/26 | real estate investingcash-flowing assets+4 | Kimber Rachuy | BiggerPockets | Air Force | income streamsreal estate+5 | — | 36m 41s | ||
| 4/17/26 | rental property investmentsingle-family homes+4 | — | BiggerPockets | — | single-family rentalduplex+5 | — | 22m 58s | ||
| 4/15/26 | real estate investingpartner involvement+3 | — | BiggerPockets | — | real estateinvesting+5 | — | 24m 09s | ||
| 4/13/26 | real estate investingcash flow+3 | David Epstein | BiggerPockets | New York | rental propertiesco-op strategy+3 | — | 40m 21s | ||
| 4/10/26 | inheriting tenantsraising rent+3 | Tony | BiggerPockets | — | rental propertytenant quality+3 | — | 18m 18s | ||
| 4/8/26 | real estate offersinvestment strategies+3 | Laila Smith | BiggerPockets | Dallas-Fort Worth | real estateoffer terms+5 | — | 43m 26s | ||
| 4/6/26 | real estate investingfinancial freedom+3 | Justin Whitted | BiggerPockets | — | real estateinvesting+5 | — | 36m 14s | ||
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- weekly episodes since inception
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Chart history for Real Estate Rookie
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| Japan | — | #33 | #33 | — |
| United States | — | #69 | #69 | — |
| IL | — | #72 | #72 | — |
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| CO | — | #109 | #109 | — |
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| AE | — | #137 | #137 | — |
| Japan | — | #167 | #167 | — |
| HU | — | #180 | #180 | — |
| PT | — | #181 | #181 | — |
| BE | — | #198 | #198 | — |
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13 placements across 11 markets.
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13 placements across 11 markets.