Property Soup

EP19 | Rentvesting - What is it, and is it right for me?

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In this episode of Property Soup, Allan and John discuss the concept of rent vesting, which is the strategy of renting where you live and investing in properties that are not your primary residence. They debunk the conventional wisdom that buying a home first is the only logical choice and explain the benefits of rent vesting, such as increased cash flow, tax efficiency, and the ability to build wealth faster.

  • 💡 Rent vesting is the strategy of renting where you live and investing in properties that are not your primary residence.
  • 💡 The conventional wisdom of buying a home first is being challenged as people realize the drawbacks of being tied to a mortgage for many years.
  • 💡 Rent vesting offers increased cash flow, tax deductions, and the ability to build wealth faster.
  • 💡 Expenses on your primary residence are not tax deductible, while expenses on an investment property are fully deductible.
  • 💡 Rent vesting allows for greater tax efficiency and the possibility of significant tax refunds.
  • 💡 The gap between median income and median house prices has increased, making it harder for people to save for a 20% deposit on a home.
  • 💡 Rent vesting offers a more flexible and adaptable approach to property investing.
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    Property SoupBy Allan Cuevas, John Staggs, Travis Breheny