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Secure Your Financial Future = Cash Flowing Rental Portfolio
Are you a savvy success-driven woman who wants to secure your financial future with a rental portfolio?
Not only can you build long-term wealth through your rental properties, but you also get to be your own boss and call the shots.
As someone who's been in the real estate game for a while, I know how intimidating it can be to start building your rental portfolio. But trust me when I say that the rewards are worth it!
There are two different ways in which real estate can generate a return on investment; rental property cash flow and appreciation.
Are you a savvy success-driven woman who wants to secure your financial future with a rental portfolio?
Not only can you build long-term wealth through your rental properties, but you also get to be your own boss and call the shots.
As someone who's been in the real estate game for a while, I know how intimidating it can be to start building your rental portfolio. But trust me when I say that the rewards are worth it!
There are two different ways in which real estate can generate a return on investment; rental property cash flow and appreciation.
Cash Flow vs. Appreciation
Rental property cash flow refers to the income generated by the property from rental payments, minus any expenses such as property taxes, mortgage payments, maintenance costs, and property management fees.
If the rental income exceeds the expenses, then the property is said to have a positive cash flow. Positive cash flow can provide steady income to the owner and may also allow for the accumulation of additional properties.
Appreciation, on the other hand, refers to the increase in value of the property over time. This can occur due to factors such as inflation, changes in the local real estate market, or improvements made to the property.
When a property appreciates, the owner can sell the property for more than they purchased it for, generating a profit. Appreciation can be an important factor in the long-term profitability of a real estate investment.
While cash flow and appreciation are essential in real estate investing, they can have different implications for an investor's overall strategy.
Cash flow can provide immediate income, while appreciation may take longer. Additionally, a property that generates positive cash flow may be more stable and less reliant on market fluctuations. In contrast, a property that relies primarily on appreciation may be more volatile and subject to market fluctuations.
Ultimately, choosing between focusing on cash flow or appreciation will depend on an investor's goals, risk tolerance, and market conditions.
I prefer to have a mixed portfolio with properties that cash flow today and others that will generate more appreciation in value over time; however, today, we will focus on monthly cash flow.
So, let's dive in and talk about the top three key steps to help you secure your financial future with a cash-flowing rental portfolio.
Cash Flow vs. Appreciation
Rental property cash flow refers to the income generated by the property from rental payments, minus any expenses such as property taxes, mortgage payments, maintenance costs, and property management fees.
If the rental income exceeds the expenses, then the property is said to have a positive cash flow. Positive cash flow can provide steady income to the owner and may also allow for the accumulation of additional properties.
Appreciation, on the other hand, refers to the increase in value of the property over time. This can occur due to factors such as inflation, changes in the local real estate market, or improvements made to the property.
When a property appreciates, the owner can sell the property for more than they purchased it for, generating a profit. Appreciation can be an important factor in the long-term profitability of a real estate investment.
While cash flow and appreciation are essential in real estate investing, they can have different implications for an investor's overall strategy.
Cash flow can provide immediate income, while appreciation may take longer. Additionally, a property that generates positive cash flow may be more stable and less reliant on market fluctuations. In contrast, a property that relies primarily on appreciation may be more volatile and subject to market fluctuations.
Ultimately, choosing between focusing on cash flow or appreciation will depend on an investor's goals, risk tolerance, and market conditions.
I prefer to have a mixed portfolio with properties that cash flow today and others that will generate more appreciation in value over time; however, today, we will focus on monthly cash flow.
So, let's dive in and talk about the top three key steps to help you secure your financial future with a cash-flowing rental portfolio.
First things first, let’s find the property that will cash flow.
You need to have a solid understanding of the rental market in your area. This means knowing what kinds of properties are in high demand and what rent prices are. Decide on your criteria; make sure your property meets your specific criteria. Let's write those criteria, so start making your list.
What area? How many bedrooms? How many baths? Finished basement? Driveway and/or garage? Close to schools? Etc. The list goes on. Once you have researched, you can look for properties that fit the bill.
When evaluating potential properties, remember that your goal is to find a property that will generate cash flow.
This means looking for properties that will bring in more money than they cost you to own and maintain. Don't get distracted by properties with a lot of potential for appreciation but aren't generating much rental income – remember, your goal here is cash flow!
First things first,
let’s find the property that will cash flow.
You need to have a solid understanding of the rental market in your area. This means knowing what kinds of properties are in high demand and what rent prices are. Decide on your criteria; make sure your property meets your specific criteria. Let's write those criteria, so start making your list.
What area? How many bedrooms? How many baths? Finished basement? Driveway and/or garage? Close to schools? Etc. The list goes on. Once you have researched, you can look for properties that fit the bill.
When evaluating potential properties, remember that your goal is to find a property that will generate cash flow. This means looking for properties that will bring in more money than they cost you to own and maintain. Don't get distracted by properties with a lot of potential for appreciation but aren't generating much rental income – remember, your goal here is cash flow!
Of course, finding the right tenant is the second step.
Establishing your ideal tenant criteria is key to attracting the perfect tenant. Every savvy landlord knows it is essential to establish your written criteria before you start screening applicants.
Also, you must have excellent strategic skills to ensure your rental property is protected and your returns are maximized.
So, how can you ensure long-term, responsible, stable renters who will take good care of your property? The answer lies in a thorough, comprehensive screening process.
You want to avoid ending up with unreliable, irresponsible short-term renters who will destroy your property faster than a tornado.
You must establish your ideal tenant criteria first, then screen applicants like a boss. Ensure you maximize your returns and take all necessary precautions to protect your investment.
Think of yourself as a detective on a mission to find the perfect tenant who respects you and treats your property as their own.
Of course, finding the right tenant is the second step.
Establishing your ideal tenant criteria is key to attracting the perfect tenant. Every savvy landlord knows it is essential to establish your written criteria before you start screening applicants.
Also, you must have excellent strategic skills to ensure your rental property is protected and your returns are maximized.
So, how can you ensure long-term, responsible, stable renters who will take good care of your property? The answer lies in a thorough, comprehensive screening process.
You want to avoid ending up with unreliable, irresponsible short-term renters who will destroy your property faster than a tornado.
You must establish your ideal tenant criteria first, then screen applicants like a boss. Ensure you maximize your returns and take all necessary precautions to protect your investment.
Think of yourself as a detective on a mission to find the perfect tenant who respects you and treats your property as their own.
The third key to success as a landlord is being proactive about dealing with any maintenance issues.
Whether it’s a leaky roof that needs repair, a broken storm door, or a stove that stopped working, you must be on top of repairs and take action quickly.
Remember, your rental properties are your business; you must treat them as such.
A well-maintained property will attract better tenants and command higher rents, so it is imperative that you keep your properties in good repair by staying on top of maintenance issues.
Your rental properties are your investments; it behooves you to protect your investment by keeping the properties in good condition at all times.
The third key to success as a landlord is being proactive about dealing with any maintenance issues.
Whether it’s a leaky roof that needs repair, a broken storm door, or a stove that stopped working, you must be on top of repairs and take action quickly.
Remember, your rental properties are your business; you must treat them as such.
A well-maintained property will attract better tenants and command higher rents, so it is imperative that you keep your properties in good repair by staying on top of maintenance issues.
Your rental properties are your investments; it behooves you to protect your investment by keeping the properties in good condition at all times.
Building a rental portfolio can have challenges. You'll need to be prepared to deal with the ups and downs of the real estate market, as well as the occasional difficult tenants or maintenance issues.
However, with the right mindset and a commitment to success, you can build a portfolio that generates steady cash flow and sets you on the path to financial security.
With suitable properties and the right tenants, you can bring in regular rental income without doing a lot of extra work and can generate passive income.
So, there you have it – my top three tips for securing your financial future with a cash-flowing rental portfolio. Do your research before you buy, be a savvy landlord who finds the ideal tenant, and stay proactive about maintenance issues with your properties.
And most importantly, don't be afraid to take the plunge and start building your cash-flowing portfolio today!
Building a rental portfolio can have challenges. You'll need to be prepared to deal with the ups and downs of the real estate market, as well as the occasional difficult tenants or maintenance issues. However, with the right mindset and a commitment to success, you can build a portfolio that generates steady cash flow and sets you on the path to financial security.
With suitable properties and the right tenants, you can bring in regular rental income without doing a lot of extra work and can generate passive income.
So, there you have it – my top three tips for securing your financial future with a cash-flowing rental portfolio. Do your research before you buy, be a savvy landlord who finds the ideal tenant, and stay proactive about maintenance issues with your properties.
And most importantly, don't be afraid to take the plunge and start building your cash-flowing portfolio today!
Keep Moving Forward
I Believe In You!💖
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“Choose your properties wisely.
You want money makers, not money takers.”
Mary Jo Whelan
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Mary Jo Whelan is a leader in the field of residential property rentals. She owns and runs a property management and renovation company in Baltimore.
Mary Jo started with no money, college education, or job. From these humble beginnings, she has grown her company to manage over 100 rental properties and manage over 50 rental renovations a year.
She co-facilities a monthly landlording strategy meeting for a local REI group and is the past president of NAPRM, National Association of Residential Property Managers.
Mary Jo is also the founder of Lucrative Landlording for Women, an exclusive community for success-driven women landlords. Lucrative Landlording provides an elite coaching program, masterclasses, and networking events designed to help women landlords maximize their cash flow and keep high-quality renters.
Mary Jo is passionate about helping women landlords succeed in the field of landlording, secure their financial future, and create generational wealth.
In her spare time, she enjoys practicing techniques for furniture painting, gardening, and traveling. And yes, just for fun, she actually jumped out of a perfectly good plane.
Mary Jo Whelan is a leader in the field of residential property rentals. She owns and runs a property management and renovation company in Baltimore.
Mary Jo started with no money, college education, or job. From these humble beginnings, she has grown her company to manage over 100 rental properties and manage over 50 rental renovations a year.
She co-facilities a monthly landlording strategy meeting for a local REI group and is the past president of NAPRM, National Association of Residential Property Managers.
Mary Jo is also the founder of Lucrative Landlording for Women, an exclusive community for success-driven women landlords. Lucrative Landlording provides an elite coaching program, masterclasses, and networking events designed to help women landlords maximize their cash flow and keep high-quality renters.
Mary Jo is passionate about helping women landlords succeed in the field of landlording, secure their financial future, and create generational wealth.
In her spare time, she enjoys practicing techniques for furniture painting, gardening, and traveling. And yes, just for fun, she actually jumped out of a perfectly good plane.
Mary Jo Whelan is a leader in the field of residential property rentals. She owns and runs a property management and renovation company in Baltimore.
Mary Jo started with no money, college education, or job. From these humble beginnings, she has grown her company to manage over 100 rental properties and manage over 50 rental renovations a year.
She co-facilities a monthly landlording strategy meeting for a local REI group and is the past president of NAPRM, National Association of Residential Property Managers.
Mary Jo is also the founder of Lucrative Landlording for Women, an exclusive community for success-driven women landlords. Lucrative Landlording provides an elite coaching program, masterclasses, and networking events designed to help women landlords maximize their cash flow and keep high-quality renters.
Mary Jo is passionate about helping women landlords succeed in the field of landlording, secure their financial future, and create generational wealth.
In her spare time, she enjoys practicing techniques for furniture painting, gardening, and traveling. And yes, just for fun, she actually jumped out of a perfectly good plane.
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