Ready to build your real estate empire… but not sure where to begin? Think of us as your personal trainer. From detailed breakdowns of real-world deals… to one-on-one coaching sessions and a warm, welcoming community… hosts Ashley Kehr and Tony J Robinson bring on a wide range of guests to tackle the “newbie” questions you've wondered about but might be afraid to ask. Looking to 10X your real estate investing business this year? This show isn’t for you. Looking for your first, second, or third deal -- or envisioning a more modest portfolio? Step right up. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, we’ll arm you with the tips, tools, and roadmaps you'll need as you embark on your journey toward financial freedom.
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episode 284: Rookie Reply: What You Need to Know Before Buying Your First Rental
Still waiting to buy your first rental property? Everyone’s been there. It can be nerve-racking not knowing where to buy, what makes a “good deal,” and whether or not all your hard work will go to waste. Even investing experts like Ashley and Tony were nervous about taking their first step, which is exactly what they’ll walk through on today’s episode! If you’re a rookie sitting on the sidelines, waiting to get into real estate, this is the episode for you!
Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! In this episode, we share exactly how to close an off-market deal when there’s no real estate agent involved. Ever wondered how our hosts went from real estate rookies to real estate pros? Today, they share their first deal diaries. Learn how Ashley ended up buying the first property she EVER looked at and how Tony bought his first two properties with ZERO money down. Finally, we touch on the struggles of analyzing deals when you’re just starting out, as well as choosing the right insurance policies for short-term rentals!
If you want Ashley and Tony to answer a real estate question, you can post in the Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group! Or, call us at the Rookie Request Line (1-888-5-ROOKIE).
In This Episode We Cover
How to close an off-market deal with no real estate agent involved
Key takeaways from our hosts’ very first real estate deals
Landing your first real estate deal (with as little as NO money down!)
How to analyze a property and know when you’re getting a GREAT deal!
The differences between renters and homeowners insurance (and which one you need)
The best ways to insure a short-term rental (STR) property
And So Much More!
Links from the Show
Find an Agent
Find a Lender
Join the Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group
Join BiggerPockets for FREE
BiggerPockets Rental Calculator
2 Long-Distance Rentals with $0 Down with Tony Robinson
Don’t Lose Your Portfolio to Lawsuits! Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Asset Protection for Rookies: 7 Wealth-Saving Answers from an Expert
How to Buy a Rental Property with NO Money OR Credit
Get Competitive Insurance Options for Your Short-Term Rental: BiggerPockets, Steadily and Proper Insurance
Connect with Ashley and Tony:
Ashley's BiggerPockets Profile
Ashley's Instagram
Tony's BiggerPockets Profile
Tony's Instagram
Check the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-284
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