Listen "Episode 15: The Big Pivot - From Primary Residence to Profitable Airbnb"
Episode Synopsis
In this rollercoaster episode of Real Life Real Estate, host Sam Lopez breaks down the twists and turns of a recent real estate deal that started as a simple primary residence purchase—but took a sharp pivot toward a lucrative short-term rental investment.Sam shares how a financing hiccup led to a hard money solution, a powerful tax strategy, and a deep dive into the BRRRR method. You’ll hear about real numbers: the $330K purchase, a $170K renovation, and a projected $655K ARV—with a plan to pull $250K back out via refinance and cash flow $7,000–$10,500/month on Airbnb.Plus, Sam gives practical insights into short-term rental tax loopholes, market strategy, and why chickens and goats may still get their time to shine. Whether you're a beginner or scaling your real estate portfolio, this episode is packed with real strategies from the front lines.
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