The real estate market has undergone a significant shift from its state just a few years ago. Prices have cooled in several regions, interest rates remain elevated, and investors are learning quickly that cash flow, not speculation, is what keeps your portfolio healthy. Recently, Rent To Retirement analyzed hundreds of deals nationwide, utilizing rent-to-price ratios,...
As multifamily investors, one of the first things we track is rent growth. It tells you everything about supply, demand, and the health of a market. According to new data from CoStar and Apartments.com, U.S. rents saw their sharpest October decline in more than 15 years. That is not something you see often, and it...
Most people grow up hearing one thing about debt. Debt is bad. Stay out of debt. Cut up your credit cards. Live below your means. Experts like Dave Ramsey or Suze Orman often convey this message because they are speaking to people who already struggle with debt. They are teaching basic financial safety. I respect...
When ultra-luxury New York City housing markets stir, it’s more than just a headline—it’s a signal. A recent wave of high-net-worth residents in NYC is reportedly deciding to relocate to suburban markets or other states. While headlines often focus on politics or tax issues, as real estate investors, we need to look beneath the surface:...
Ken McElroy’s November Reading List: 10 Books That Build Leadership, Mindset, and Financial Intelligence November is the perfect month to pause, reset, and intentionally prepare for the months ahead. As the year winds down, it’s natural to reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and what skills you want to strengthen. It’s also a season of...
I’ve been in real estate for over three decades, and one thing has always been true: the market rewards investors who see shifts early. Right now, one of the biggest shifts underway isn’t grabbing mainstream headlines, but it’s transforming how investors build wealth. Welcome to the rise of build-to-rent communities (BTR) and alternative rental asset...
Most people think that when you hit your 60s, you slow down. You ride off into retirement. You play golf. You coast. Your best days are behind you. For me, it has been the complete opposite. I am sharper, more motivated, and more curious now than I was in my 30s. And it is not...
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Across the country, thousands of multifamily buildings built in the 1960s and 1970s are reaching the end of their useful life. If you’re a real estate investor, that matters a lot. These properties often look like great value-add opportunities, but beneath the surface are expensive surprises such as outdated electrical systems, failing plumbing, worn-out roofs,...
Most investors crowd into the same handful of “hot” cities. Austin, Nashville, Miami, Phoenix, chasing headlines and hoping the trend continues forever. But the best opportunities often live off the radar, in smaller markets that haven’t hit investors’ radar yet. After 30 years and 10,000+ units, I’ve learned that growth doesn’t always start in big...
