Tools
Avail
Free DIY property management software for landlords. We use it to manage our long-term rentals: leases, rent collection, maintenance requests, all in one place.
Airbnb
We host on Airbnb. If you're considering short-term rental, especially for a house hack unit, this is where to start.
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Books by strategy
House Hack
The House Hacking Strategy
by Craig Curelop
The definitive guide to house hacking. Covers FHA loans, finding the right property, managing tenants while living on-site, and scaling from there.
Set for Life
by Scott Trench
How to build wealth fast through frugality and house hacking. Great for first-timers figuring out how to get their first door.
Buy & Hold
The Book on Rental Property Investing
by Brandon Turner
The classic beginner's playbook for buy-and-hold investing. Covers finding deals, financing, and managing properties for long-term cash flow.
Long-Distance Real Estate Investing
by David Greene
How to build a rental portfolio in markets you don't live in. Essential if you're investing outside your backyard.
BRRRR
Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat
by David Greene
The complete guide to the BRRRR method. Greene breaks down every phase: finding distressed deals, managing rehab, and pulling your capital back out.
The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs
by J Scott
If you're doing BRRRR, you need to know your numbers before you buy. This book teaches you how to scope a rehab and avoid expensive surprises.
Conservative
The Millionaire Real Estate Investor
by Gary Keller
A fundamentals-first approach to building wealth through real estate. Solid foundation for investors who prefer lower leverage and steady growth.
Building Wealth One House at a Time
by John Schaub
A slow and steady approach to building a rental portfolio with minimal debt and maximum control. Ideal if you're prioritizing stability over speed.
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