21: In this episode, Neil Clements tells the full story behind his very first rental property. Neil bought this house when he was just 25 years old, right before one of the biggest bull runs in U.S. real estate history.

He walks us through why he bought it, how he structured the deal, and what happened over the next 9 years, including a massive increase in property value, a cash-out refinance, tenant challenges, and rising expenses.

Neil breaks down his favorite rental property strategy: buying a primary residence, living in it for a few years, and then turning it into a long-term rental. This method allowed him to build a rental portfolio using low down payments and better financing terms.

If you're thinking about buying rental properties or wondering if it's still worth it in 2025, this episode is packed with insights, strategies, and lessons learned the hard way.

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