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How I Bought My First Rental Home (Without Being Rich)


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Think you need to be rich to own rental property? Think again.

In this episode of Reset & Reclaim, I share the real story of how I bought my first rental home with less than 5% down—and why it was one of the smartest financial moves I’ve ever made. You’ll learn how buying as an owner-occupant helped me qualify for a lower interest rate, what numbers to run before choosing a home, and how I turned my primary residence into a cash-flowing rental without burning out.

We’ll also talk about what it’s really like to take care of a home (yes, I unclogged a sink and changed out a faucet with the help of YouTube!)—plus the tools that made renting it out way easier than I imagined, like Avail.co.

Whether you're dreaming of your first home or looking for a smarter path to financial freedom, this episode is packed with insight, encouragement, and steps you can actually take.

Need help running numbers or planning your first property?
We can help. Visit www.empowerlifecoachca.com to start building your personalized real estate strategy.

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The Reset & Reclaim PodcastBy Nardin Johnson