Should parents buy college rental property in an LLC—or their personal name?

In this episode, The College Real Estate Coach Vicki Grodner sits down with real estate attorney Rachel Evans to explain how LLCs work, why they’re commonly used in college-town investing, and the costly mistakes parents make when they wait too long to decide.

A must-listen for parents buying property for students, especially in Alabama college towns.

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Thinking about buying real estate for your college student — or investing in a college-town market?

In this episode of The College Real Estate Coach, host Vikki Grodner sits down with Jeff Wu, a Keller Williams agent serving the Washington DC–Virginia–Maryland corridor, to explore how college real estate investing works in major metropolitan markets.

They discuss how parents are choosing to buy instead of rent for their college students, how alumni and investors approach university-adjacent real estate, and why long-term factors like job centers, hospitals, and infrastructure often matter just as much as the university itself.

This conversation breaks down the realities of buying condos versus single-family homes near universities, the balance between long-term appreciation and short-term cash flow in higher-priced markets, and what parents and investors should know about landlord regulations and rental strategies in different municipalities.

If you’re a parent, investor, or out-of-state buyer considering college-town real estate, this episode offers practical insight into how the right strategy — and the right local expertise — can turn college housing into a long-term opportunity rather than just an expense.

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What if you could build a home for your student — or add valuable rental units in a college town — in half the time of traditional construction?

Whether you're investing near the University of Alabama, UAB, Auburn, or any high-demand university market, this episode reveals why modern, factory-built construction is becoming one of the fastest, smartest, and most cost-effective ways to create student housing, game-day rentals, and long-term wealth.

How off-site construction can cut build times by 50%

The difference between tiny homes, ADUs, modular homes, and HUD-coded units

What zoning really means for parents and investors

How one university added 104 new beds in just nine months

Why small-footprint homes are ideal for student rentals & game-day stays

How to evaluate land, timelines, and budget when planning a modular build

If you’re a parent buying for your student, an out-of-state investor, a short-term rental host, or someone exploring housing solutions in a fast-growing college town, this episode gives you the clarity and strategy you need to make smart decisions.

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Thinking about buying for your student—or investing in one of the fastest-growing college-town markets in the U.S.? Atlanta may be your smartest move yet.

In this episode of College Real Estate Coach, host Vikki Grodner sits down with Atlanta real estate expert Michael Hickman (Keller Williams) to break down the real estate dynamics surrounding Georgia Tech, Emory University, Georgia State, Spelman, Morehouse, Clark Atlanta, and Kennesaw State.

You’ll learn:

• the major differences between each university’s housing demands

Whether you're a parent planning ahead, a local buyer, or an investor assessing college-town ROI, this episode gives you the clarity you need to make high-confidence decisions.

🏡 Auburn Real Estate Secrets: How Parents & Investors Are Scoring Big Near Campus

Thinking about buying property in Auburn—or any college town? This episode is packed with insider knowledge you won’t hear anywhere else.

Host Vikki Grodner sits down with Auburn Realtor Daniel Blessing to uncover why Auburn, Alabama is one of the most unique—and profitable—college towns for buyers, parents, and investors.

👉 Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

🎧 Whether you’re a parent, investor, or college-town real estate enthusiast, this episode gives you the playbook for buying in Auburn—and insights you can apply to college towns across the country.

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Thinking about buying a property near campus? Whether it’s for your student to live in, a gameday getaway, or a smart long-term investment—how you finance it matters more than you think.

In this episode of The College Real Estate Coach, Vikki Grodner is joined by Tuscaloosa lending expert Lindsay Nance to break down the real financial strategies behind buying real estate in a college town.

🎓 Learn the ins and outs of financing options for:

They’ll cover everything you didn’t know to ask:

💰 From FHA and VA to jumbo loans and creative financing, this episode is your college-town real estate financing crash course.

📍 If you're a parent tired of paying rent… or an investor eyeing college towns for cash flow and appreciation… this episode will give you the edge you need to buy smart.

🔔 Subscribe now to catch future episodes filled with expert tips, buyer strategies, and market insights tailored for college-town real estate.

Is renting in college just throwing money away? Can buying real estate while in college actually build wealth?

In this episode of The College Real Estate Coach, Vikki Grodner teams up with her husband and finance expert Ken Grodner to break down one of the most important decisions college families face: Should you rent or buy in a college town?

They cover:

✅ How monthly rent compares to mortgage payments

✅ The hidden power of principal paydown

✅ No-money-down and other loan options (USDA, VA, FHA, etc.)

✅ When it makes sense to rent first, buy later

✅ Why buying young is a wealth game-changer

✅ How parents can invest in their kids’ futures (literally!)

✅ And the best strategy to start building equity right now

Whether you're a parent, student, or new investor, this episode is packed with actionable advice that could change your financial future.

👉 Hit subscribe and join us weekly for more insights into smart investing, college town real estate, and how to make real estate work for you!

📩 Got questions about real estate or physician loans? Drop them in the comments or connect with us directly!

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Can a TikTok hustle turn into a thriving interior design empire? Yes—and CJ Zucker, owner of Ambyanse Interiors, proves it. In this episode of The College Real Estate Coach, Vikki Grodner sits down with the creative force behind some of Tuscaloosa’s most beautifully designed homes and Airbnbs.

🎙️ From California to Idaho to Alabama, CJ shares how a bold DM to a TikTok influencer catapulted her career into luxury real estate design—completely remotely. Now based in Tuscaloosa, she reveals her top design tips for:

Creating tasteful, high-performing Airbnbs in college towns

How to style short-term rentals without “throwing up Alabama”

What to prioritize for functionality and style

The one hack she uses to make student housing feel like home

Why knowing who you're designing for is just as important as what you’re designing

Whether you’re a real estate investor, parent buying near a college campus, or a design lover dreaming of your next project—this episode delivers real talk, practical advice, and a few design secrets you’ll want to steal.

🔗 Be sure to like, subscribe, and check out CJ’s resources below!

Instagram: ‪@LifebyCJ‬

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Are you a medical student, resident physician, or parent trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home during med school or residency? You’re not alone—and this episode of The College Real Estate Coach is your ultimate guide to making the smartest financial move in your medical journey.

Join real estate experts Vikki and Ken Grodner as they uncover why buying real estate during medical school or residency can be a game-changer for your financial future—and how doctor home loans (even with high student debt) make homeownership possible now, not later.

✨ Inside This Episode:

✅ Should medical students rent or buy?

✅ How physician mortgage loans work (even with student loan debt)

✅ Low- and no-down-payment options for doctors and healthcare professionals

✅ Why lenders love working with med students and residents

✅ What makes Birmingham, AL a top housing market for doctors

✅ How to turn your first home into a long-term rental investment

🎉 BONUS: Behind-the-scenes of our Match Day celebration at the Birmingham Zoo, how we help medical students transition into homeownership, and what lenders, sponsors, and housing experts are doing to support new physicians!

👩‍⚕️ Whether you’re starting med school, about to begin your residency, or a parent helping your future doctor settle into a new city, this video is packed with real estate tips, financial strategies, and proven pathways to build generational wealth.

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Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this video with other medical students, residents, and physician families navigating the home buying process.

In this episode of the College Real Estate Coach, real estate expert Vikki Grodner sits down with savvy investor Ryan Winzenburg to uncover why college towns—especially those with powerhouse football programs—are some of the most profitable places to buy property in America.

Ryan breaks down how he went from Denver to Tuscaloosa, shares his exact strategy for analyzing college markets, and reveals how he cash-flows thousands per month using short-term, mid-term, and long-term rental strategies.

📈 In this episode, you'll learn:

– Why college towns like Tuscaloosa and South Bend are rental goldmines

– How to find the right college markets using data tools like AirDNA, PriceLabs, and Furnished Finder

– How to leverage football weekends and graduation events

– Mid-term rental strategies (nurses, professors, insurance housing!)

– How to bypass short-term rental regulations legally & more!

Whether you’re an investor, parent, agent, or college alum looking to build wealth through real estate, this episode is packed with tactical advice and real-world examples you won’t find anywhere else.

👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow along as we coach you through building wealth in America’s top college towns.

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🕒 Timestamps:

00:00 – Meet Ryan Winzenburg & Intro

04:10 – Why College Towns Beat Big Cities

09:30 – $1,200 Game Day Rentals?!

13:45 – How to Analyze College Towns with Data

17:00 – Northport Workaround: Beat STR Regulations

22:00 – Mid-Term Rentals: Underrated Goldmine

30:10 – PriceLabs, Furnished Finder, & Other Pro Tools

36:50 – Final Thoughts: Don’t Overthink It—Get Started