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- Kent Long wanted passive income. The problem? All those gurus and guides online were only selling a fantasy. The one thing that seemed to actually generate income: real estate. When a property that could easily be split into two units came on the market, Kent jumped at the chance. Little did he know this $14,000 down payment would become an entire real estate portfolio that would help him retire early from his job.
At 46, Kent bought his first rental property (just two years ago, in 2024). The purchase price? A mere $70,000. With a small renovation, this property began bringing in $3,000/month in rent and some serious cash flow. Now that there was home equity to pull from, it was time to repeat this system.
Kent has now done this same type of deal four times, going from zero units to 10 units in just two years. He’s even gotten his young son involved, helping his 20-year-old profit nearly $50,000 from a similar deal! Kent’s close to replacing his income and fully stepping away from his 9-5, reaching early retirement, and dedicating all his time to real estate. He started in 2024 when most people thought real estate investing was past its prime—according to Kent, we’re still not even close!
In This Episode We Cover
The affordable real estate market where you can pick up rentals for just $70,000
How to turn a big single-family home into a cash-flowing duplex or triplex
Using the BRRRR strategy to get paid to buy rental properties (seriously!)
When it’s smart to use a HELOC (home equity line of credit) as a down payment
How to pass down wealth and wisdom to your kids so they can reach financial freedom, too
And So Much More!
Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1330.
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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices - Investors have used the same proven formula for decades: Buy a discounted property, renovate it, and increase its value by tens or sometimes even hundreds of thousands of dollars. It’s a simple investing strategy, and yet it’s one of the best ways to get rich through real estate investing.
But there’s a catch that too many investors miss. You can’t renovate just anything; you have to renovate the right things. After over 100 real estate deals, Henry knows exactly what moves the needle, and in part two of our series on estimating rehab costs, we’re showing you what to prioritize on your next renovation project.
First, we’ll walk you through the typical “moneymakers”—kitchens and bathrooms—what to improve, what not to improve, and what you should budget for these updates. But then, we’ll share three upgrades many investors never think about, yet they can have the greatest impact on property value (and rents!).
Whether you’re flipping houses or updating a rental property, this is the exact value-add playbook you should be using in 2026!
In This Episode We Cover
High-ROI renovations to prioritize on every investment property
Low-cost upgrades that can add value to your rental property
What actually makes a difference when updating kitchens and bathrooms
The typical cost of a cosmetic kitchen or bathroom renovation
Common renovation mistakes that will make your bathroom look “cheap”
And So Much More!
Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1329.
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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices - A real estate deal may look like a home run on paper, but you can’t know for certain until you’ve walked the property and uncovered exactly what needs to be fixed!
Budgeting for renovations is one of the things that trips new investors up, which is why we’re bringing you a two-part series on estimating rehab costs. In part one, we’re taking a deep dive into the “big five”—the five major home systems that can make or break your next investment. We’re covering everything from roof to foundation, and even a bonus sixth system that’s much more costly to replace than you probably think.
These are the line items that strike fear into investors due to their potentially high price tags. But rather than passing on a great deal, you’ll learn exactly what to look for when inspecting these systems, how much it costs to repair or replace them, and when to bring in an expert.
Whether you’re flipping houses or making improvements to raise rents, these are the tips and tricks you need to accurately create your budget, avoid expensive surprises, and ensure you’re buying a great property—not a money pit!
In This Episode We Cover
The “big five” systems to check (thoroughly) when walking a property
How to spot when a roof has “failed” and needs to be replaced
Two telltale signs that you should replace a home’s windows
The number one mistake investors make when estimating foundation repairs
How much it actually costs to fully replumb your property
Dangerous electrical issues that require immediate attention
And So Much More!
Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1328.
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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices - JPMorgan Chase, America’s largest bank, just made a big bet on housing—a $750B bet to be exact. At a time when most people hope home prices will fall, JPMorgan is gearing up to lend and invest in a huge way. Could this be a sign that those who buy now will be thanking themselves in the years to come? We’re getting into the details in today’s show.
On the Market is here with a housing market update! First, we’re touching on whether or not the market has already peaked in 2026. We still have four full months left in the year, but with home sales falling in July, it could signal that the hot summer is starting to cool. But a surprising type of home is still selling fast—it’s not the newly renovated house flip—it’s the ugly, outdated home next door. Why? We’re explaining in this episode.
JPMorgan Chase makes a $750B bet on housing, signaling that America’s largest bank is bullish on a certain type of real estate. Finally, the latest inflation rate update—the CPI (consumer price index) stayed in check last month, but is it enough to stop the Federal Reserve from raising rates?
In This Episode We Cover
Inside JPMorgan Chase’s $750B investment into affordable housing
The latest inflation rate update and what it could mean for your interest rate
Why buyers don’t want your renovated home (they want the ugly one next door)
A new 2026 home sale prediction and whether or not prices are still rising
Two types of homes that are selling fast in 2026 (and why yours might not be)
And So Much More!
Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1327.
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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices - The top 1% of real estate investors don’t have a “secret” market, a “better” investing strategy, or access to “exclusive” resources. They just do nine things better than most other investors—boring, repeatable habits that make you rich over time.
This is what separates successful investors from those who never quite reach their goals, flame out after a deal or two, or stay stuck on the sidelines. Many of these habits are much simpler than you think—things like investing consistently, being patient, and treating real estate investing like an actual business—yet most investors don’t do any of them.
Today, we’re sharing exactly what these nine habits are and how you can practice them throughout your own real estate business. Whether you’re starting from zero or already own a few rental properties, these are universal principles that any (and every) investor can benefit from.
You don’t need to master all nine of them overnight or even this year. Pick one or two, get to work, and you’ll start to see real results!
In This Episode We Cover
The nine most important habits of top real estate investors
Why patience is the single most important habit you should develop
How to avoid “shiny object syndrome” as you scale your real estate portfolio
Why time in the market always beats timing the market
The right way to build your real estate investing network
And So Much More!
Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1326.
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