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Short articles from the Show Me How Podcast archive on leasing, financing, renovations, and investing.
Why Roofs Are the Hidden Deal-Breaker in Today’s Real Estate Market
Inspired by Episode: Roofs, Rates & Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know Now Everyone is watching rates. Everyone is watching prices. Alm…
Read2025-12-09The Silent Killer of Real Estate Deals: Bad Contractor Bids
Inspired by Episode: Show Me How to Not Get Screwed by a Contractor (and the upcoming follow-up episode) Nothing can derail a renovation faster — or c…
Read2025-12-09Why Your First Investment Property Should Be a Duplex in 2025
Inspired by Episode: Show Me How to Buy a Duplex, Live in One Unit & Rent the Other (House Hacking Episode) If you’ve been dreaming of becoming a real…
Read2025-12-04Short-Term Rentals in 2025: Cash Cow or Costly Hobby?
The Airbnb gold-rush days are over. But that doesn’t mean short-term rentals (STRs) are dead — it means the easy money phase is gone, and professional…
Read2025-12-04The Biggest Real Estate Scam of 2025? Bad Contractors. Here’s How to Outsmart Them.SHow
2025 is seeing a sharp rise in contractor-related issues — from unfinished projects to shady pricing. Why? Labor shortages, increased renovation deman…
Read2025-12-04Why 2025 Might Be the Best Year to Buy a Home (Even If Rates Aren’t Cute)
For the past few years, homebuyers have been stuck in a frustrating cycle: high prices, low inventory, and interest rates that feel anything but frien…
Read2025-12-02Market Confidence is Quietly Returning in Real Estate
Introduction After months of uncertainty, the housing market appears to be gaining its footing again. Mortgage rates have slumped to roughly 6.125% , …
Read2025-06-12House Hacking 101 — How to Live Mortgage-Free (Almost)
Imagine living in your own home while someone else helps you pay the mortgage. That’s not a dream — that’s house hacking, and it’s one of the most pow…
Read2025-06-12Commercial Leasing Demystified — What You Need to Know Before You Sign
Leasing a commercial space can feel like entering a whole new world of real estate. Between NNN leases, CAM charges, and confusing contracts, it’s eas…
Read2025-06-12The 1% Conventional Mortgage — Too Good to Be True?
With home prices rising and down payments feeling out of reach, many first-time buyers are turning to low-down-payment mortgage programs. One that’s g…
Read2025-04-10Why is It Important to Know the Rules and Regulations of an HOA?
Avoiding Fines and Penalties HOAs have the authority to fine residents for violating rules. If you don’t follow the community guidelines (e.g., parkin…
Read2025-04-10Top 5 Real Estate Trends to Watch in 2025
The real estate market is constantly evolving, influenced by societal shifts, technological advancements, and economic changes. As we head into 2025, …
Read2025-04-10What is Commercial Real Estate?
Commercial real estate (CRE) refers to property used primarily for business purposes rather than residential living. It includes any property that is …
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