In today's episode, we dive deep into the world of turnkey real estate investments with Zach Lemaster of Rent to Retirement. Zach shares invaluable insights for those looking to invest in real estate without the heavy lifting of property management. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a newbie pondering your first purchase, this episode is a goldmine of strategies on choosing markets, scaling your portfolio, and achieving financial freedom through savvy investments. Grab your pen and paper—you won't want to miss the wealth of knowledge Zach brings to the table!

Key Highlights:

• [00:00:33] - Introduction to turnkey real estate investments and the benefits they offer.
• [00:01:57] - Zach shares his background as an optometrist turned real estate mogul.
• [00:02:45] - The pivotal moment that shifted Zach and his wife's approach to investing out-of-state.
• [00:03:05] - How Zach transitioned from optometry to full-time real estate investing, allowing for early retirement.
• [00:06:01] - Zach discusses his first real estate deals and the strategy behind them.
• [00:10:02] - The comprehensive approach Rent to Retirement takes to select the best investment markets.
• [00:15:11] - Discussion on the growth and demand in the Southeast U.S. real estate market.
• [00:16:15] - A detailed look at the "build to rent" model that Rent to Retirement specializes in.
• [00:19:16] - The benefits of furnished rentals and midterm rentals for maximizing investment returns.
• [00:25:32] - How Rent to Retirement assists investors in navigating the real estate market to maximize ROI.

Links & Resources:

• Visit Rent to Retirement's website: Rent to Retirement
• Text "ROI" to 33777 for more insights on real estate investments.

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