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One of the quietest, most boring properties in my portfolio just got loud — real loud.After years of steady cash flow, my very first rental just hit me with a vacancy, a mess, and a decision: re-rent, refinance, or sell?In this short but real-time episode, I break down the numbers, the missteps, and what I’m learning now that my tenant's gone and a new property manager says the rent could jump by $445.This is what they don’t post on Instagram.Let’s talk about:Why market rent ≠ PM rentHow I found out I was underpriced by $400+Whether I should sell, fix, or holdAnd the mindset shift this little rental sparked

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I’ve been talking a lot about the flip lately — the stress, delays, and unknowns. But today I’m shifting gears and sharing a quiet win. A while back, I bought two rental properties for just $24,000 total, and they’ve been paying me $900/month ever since. No drama. No gray hairs. Just solid, boring real estate that works.In this episode, I break down:How I found and financed these two dealsWhat cash flow really looks like after reservesThe mindset shift from “sexy flips” to steady playsWhy out-of-state rentals might be the play for beginnersWhether you're stuck in analysis paralysis or chasing the next big win, this episode is your reminder: you don’t have to start big — you just have to start.

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This flip was supposed to be done. Listed. Sold. But here I am — still chasing contractors, debating whether to drop $5,000 on sod just to get better photos, and trying to stay optimistic as everything drags out.In this episode, I open up about what’s really going on behind the scenes — the delays, frustrations, and lessons I wish I knew before starting. Whether you're on your first flip or your fifth, this one’s for anyone stuck in the middle of a deal that just won’t end.Here’s what I unpack:• Why this flip still isn’t listed• The $1,500 appliance decision & $5K landscaping debate• How poor planning (and trusting referrals) cost me• The mental toll of waiting, pivoting, and learning on the fly• The contractor contract clause I’ll never skip againIf you’ve ever felt like real estate is flipping you, not the other way around — press play. This is the side of investing most people don’t post about.👉 Tag me on Instagram @RickyRicardoShow and share it with someone who needs to hear the real.

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I fired my listing agent. Found out my flip wasn’t even finished. Paint missed, cabinets sloppy, windows dirty — and now I’m staring down a $5,000 sod bill just to make the yard sellable.I’ve got a hard money loan due in October, and holding costs bleeding me every month. This flip has officially tested me — financially, emotionally, and as a leader.In this episode, I break down:– Why I fired my agent– What my new agent found that shocked me– How sloppy work nearly ruined my flip– And the brutal lessons I’ll never forgetThis isn’t HGTV. This is the real work.🎧 The Ricky Ricardo Show – Episode 43

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An $800 sewer bill, a tenant breakup, and a flip that won’t sell — this week, everything hit pause. I’m sharing how I’m dealing with real estate setbacks, a recent car accident, and the mindset it takes to keep going when nothing’s moving. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your investing journey, this one's for you.

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This week was a wild one.First, I almost lost everything because I let my property insurance lapse.Then, I got hit with an $800 water bill from my tenant—and guess who’s on the hook for that? Me.Oh, and let’s not forget the flip—I dropped the price by $20K and finally had some showings.This is the raw, unfiltered side of real estate investing that nobody talks about.No sugarcoating, no guru talk—just lessons, reflections, and the real grind of building a portfolio from scratch.Let’s talk about it.

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The Ricky Ricardo Show documents the real journey of building financial freedom through leverage, better decision-making, and real-world lessons — in real time.
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This is the raw, unfiltered truth behind my first flip in Wetumpka, Alabama. I’m sharing the exact numbers—every dollar, every risk, and every lesson.From the $105K purchase price, a $100K rehab, and a whopping $86K of my own money out-of-pocket (yeah, you read that right), to the potential payday of $132K—this episode breaks down what flipping really looks like when you’re all in.I’ll tell you how I funded it (hint: 401k loan, credit cards, and pure hustle), what surprised me along the way, and why I’m holding tight for the big payout.If you’ve ever thought about flipping, investing in small markets, or chasing financial freedom, you need to hear this.💬 DM me if you want to talk real estate flips, small-town investing, or if you’ve got your own story to share. Let’s build this community, one lesson at a time.Instagram : @rickyricardoshow

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This one hit hard.My very first rental just got hit with a code violation from the county, and to make it worse… my flip in Alabama still isn’t moving — even after 60 days on the market.In this episode, I break down:What the violation was and how I found outThe surprise items my tenant left behind (hint: rodents got involved 🤢)Why I had to drop the flip price by $20,000My new net profit estimate: $377,135 — and why that’s not all profitThis is the stuff no one tells you about real estate investing. I’m sharing it all in real time — wins, losses, and the mindset that keeps me going.Next week: I’ll reveal the full breakdown of what I owe and what I actually walk away with.

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Think buying real estate gets you out of paying taxes? Think again. In this episode, I sit down with Liz Hernandez—a real estate investor and CPA who drops truth bombs about depreciation, the short-term rental loophole, cost segregation, and why your flip isn’t 1031-exchangeable (yep, we said it).We break down the biggest tax mistakes beginners make, how to really benefit from deductions without an LLC, and the difference between saving money and actually building wealth. If you’ve ever been confused about write-offs, depreciation recapture, or how to avoid a 40% tax hit on your flip, this episode is your cheat code.Whether you’re holding, flipping, or Airbnb-ing, this one’s packed with real talk to keep your CPA from sending you bad news next April.

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The Ricky Ricardo Show documents the real journey of building financial freedom through leverage, better decision-making, and real-world lessons — in real time.
Real estate is the current vehicle, but the principles apply far beyond it.

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We’re almost halfway through 2025, and it’s time to get brutally honest. I set bold goals this year—three flips, six rentals, and $100K profit—and in this episode, I’m breaking down exactly where I stand, what’s holding me back, and how I’m adjusting. From the mounting costs of a stalled flip to the mental game of staying focused while working a W-2, I’m sharing the real numbers, real lessons, and the mindset shift I had to make. This isn’t a highlight reel—it’s a gut check. Whether you’re winning, wavering, or just trying to keep your head above water, tune in for a transparent look at what it really takes to chase financial freedom.

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The Ricky Ricardo Show documents the real journey of building financial freedom through leverage, better decision-making, and real-world lessons — in real time.
Real estate is the current vehicle, but the principles apply far beyond it.