Does real estate investing feel like more work than it’s worth? It doesn’t have to! Today’s guest would hustle from sunrise to sundown until she had an epiphany that transformed her approach to real estate. If you want a rental portfolio that gives you financial freedom , time flexibility, and a “job” that beats your nine-to-five, she’s going to show you how! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Leka Devatha had what most rookie investors dream of having: multiple rental properties ,...
Oct 22, 2025•37 min
Do you dream of financial freedom , but aren’t sure how to reach it? Ashlee Perry was in a similar boat, but in just one year of real estate investing , she has been able to turn her home into a money-making machine and buy a rental property with low money down —bringing her one step closer to her ultimate goal! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Ashlee had always wanted to reach financial freedom, but it wasn’t until she discovered real estate that she saw a clear roadmap for achi...
Oct 20, 2025•45 min
Welcome to another Rookie Reply , where Ashley Kehr and Tony J. Robinson answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group . This time, we’re covering questions like: How to make your offers more competitive When does long distance investing actually make sense? Partnership best practices for reducing friction and increasing cash flow! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here ! Check out more resources from this show on ...
Oct 17, 2025•38 min
Planning to self-manage your rental properties ? There’s much more to it than just collecting rent checks ! Even as a do-it-yourself (DIY) landlord , you’ll need help, so we’ve assembled a list of 10 must-have tools that will not only improve your property’s performance but also save you a ton of time and money ! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! In this episode, Ashley and Tony are sharing some of their favorite tips, tricks, and tools for rookie landlords. From the best property...
Oct 15, 2025•1 hr 5 min
If real estate investing feels out of reach—like something people with money do—this episode might just change that. Today’s guest was sleeping in his car , had maxed out his credit cards , and barely spoke English , yet was able to build a real estate portfolio that brings in over $4,000 in monthly cash flow ! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Sebastian Rodriguez moved to the US without a job, money, or connections in hopes of building a better life. After hearing about the finan...
Oct 13, 2025•40 min
Welcome to another Rookie Reply , where Tony J Robinson and Ashley Kehr answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group . This time, we’re covering questions like: House hacking with a friend, can you legally do this? How to handle one tenant wanting another tenant off the lease An airbnb host changed the listing after people already booked! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here ! Check out more resources from this show on ...
Oct 10, 2025•21 min
Most rookies think you need a mountain of cash to buy a rental property , but the truth is that the financing strategy you choose matters much more than the size of your bank account . Today, we’re breaking down five of the best (and sometimes overlooked) ways to get your hands on the money you need to close—from low-money-down bank loans to options that let you bypass the bank altogether! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! In this episode, Ashley and Tony share some of their favor...
Oct 08, 2025•38 min
There are dozens of ways to make money in real estate —including some tactics that are currently flying under the radar and quietly making smart investors a ton of money in 2025 . The best part? Many of them are easier to implement than you probably think, and in this episode, we’ll show you exactly what’s working in today’s market! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Today, Ashley and Tony are breaking down four of the top “niche” real estate investments that are paying big in toda...
Oct 06, 2025•44 min
Welcome to another Rookie Reply , where Ashely Kehr and Tony J. Robinson answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group . This time, we’re covering questions like: A more beginner-friendly BRRRR method for those without six figures Strategies to lower your premiums so your insurance bills stay reasonable The “lazy” method experts use to increase rents Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here ! Check out more resources from this show on ...
Oct 03, 2025•33 min
Brittany Arnason bought her first rental property in a small town while making $10/hour as a waitress . She was doing everything herself —working a job by day, renovating houses at night , managing tenants in between, sleeping in her van for a few hours, and repeating. The “freedom” that real estate investing was supposed to give her wasn’t there until she stepped back and decided to scale a different way . Now, a decade later, she’s a multimillionaire with a completely passive portfolio, making...
Oct 01, 2025•31 min
Think you need to buy a dozen rental properties just to break free from your nine-to-five job ? Today’s guest proves that you might only need a couple. In just two years, he’s built a two-property portfolio that brings in serious cash flow and has helped him ditch the corporate grind for good. And in this episode, he’ll show you how to do the same! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Dylan Pettijohn was still hustling at his W-2 job , saving every dollar for his first rental propert...
Sep 29, 2025•46 min
Welcome to another Rookie Reply , where Tony J Robinson and Ashley Kehr answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group . This time, we’re covering questions like: Would you rather have one property paid off worth 500k or maybe 600k in 5 leveraged properties? Is House Hacking Still Viable Without Renting by the Room? Which Is Harder: Finding Deals or Getting Financing? Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here ! Check out more resources from thi...
Sep 26, 2025•28 min
Ever wondered why some people make millions from real estate investing while others barely break even? There are seven things that successful investors do differently, and they could mean the difference between just scraping by and building real, life-changing wealth . What are they? Stay tuned to find out! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! In this episode, we’re unpacking the seven “golden rules” of real estate investing that all rookies must know. There are bumps in the road on ...
Sep 24, 2025•33 min
Many rookies get into real estate investing to pursue financial independence , and going from single-family to multifamily investing can be a cheat code for reaching your financial goals even faster . Today’s guest had a goal of 50 rental units that she was able to achieve in just four years , and in this episode, she shares how she built her real estate portfolio so quickly! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Today, Jessie Dillon returns to the show to update us on her recent inve...
Sep 22, 2025•40 min
Welcome to another Rookie Reply , where Ashley Kehr and Tony J. Robinson answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group . This time, we’re covering questions like: How to access your home’s real equity before you hit the one-year mark… What to do when your short-term rental flops and mid-term sounds promising… And how to structure a seller financing deal when you’re brand new and the agents want their full cut. Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your quest...
Sep 19, 2025•32 min
The One Big Beautiful Bill has passed, and it could put thousands of dollars back in your pocket . In this episode, we’re breaking down how this powerful piece of legislation could help lower your tax bill and supercharge your returns , whether you’re relatively new to real estate investing or actively scaling your portfolio ! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Today, we’re joined by Amanda Han and Matt MacFarland from Keystone CPA , who break down the latest tax bill, what it mean...
Sep 17, 2025•37 min
Think you need a big bank account or extensive investing knowledge to buy a rental property ? Today’s guest got started with no money down , and this first real estate deal would open the door to multiple deals and six-figure profits . How did he pull it all off? You’re about to find out! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Tony Borman hit it out of the park on his first two deals. After buying his first property with $0 down and selling it for a $50,000 profit only a couple of year...
Sep 15, 2025•42 min
Welcome to another Rookie Reply , where Tony J Robinson and Ashley Kehr answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group . This time, we’re covering questions like: Getting a HELOC on a Rental Property with a Mortgage What should you do once you win a property from a tax lien auction How Much Time Do You Actually Spend on Real Estate Investing, and What’s a Realistic First-Year Goal? Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here ! Check out more reso...
Sep 12, 2025•30 min
Does flipping houses still work in 2025? Yes! Despite high interest rates , inflated material costs , and the recent shift towards a buyer’s market , this is still one of the most profitable investing strategies . Today, we’ve brought on a pair of seasoned flippers to break down the current market and what rookies need to know ahead of their first or next flip! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! In this episode, we’re joined by expert house flippers Henry Washington and Dominique G...
Sep 10, 2025•55 min
What happens when you leave your career to pursue real estate investing ? Once dead set on becoming a country music star, today’s guest was forced to rethink her future when the world came to a screeching halt . Thankfully, real estate was the exact pivot her young family needed, allowing her to make a huge profit on her very first real estate deal ! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! For three years, Tori Tyler had wanted to jump into real estate, but like many newbies, informatio...
Sep 08, 2025•36 min
Welcome to another Rookie Reply , where Tony J Robinson and Ashley Kehr answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group . This time, we’re covering questions like: My Property Manager Pushes Back on Bids—How Should I Handle It? BRRRR in Detroit or STR in Tampa—Which Path Builds Faster? First Rental Listed—When Should I Lower Rent? Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here ! Check out more resources from this show on ...
Sep 05, 2025•34 min
Is 2025 the perfect time to get into real estate investing ? With falling mortgage rates , favorable tax laws , and shifting real estate markets across the US, there are all kinds of opportunities for rookie investors, and in this episode, we’ll show you how to make your first or next move! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! The housing market is shifting fast, and today, we’re providing you with an all-in-one investing update —chock-full of actionable advice to implement before th...
Sep 03, 2025•42 min
Think you need a high-paying job or a large savings account to break into real estate investing ? You don’t! Today’s guest was delivering groceries for Instacart and mounting TVs for Geek Squad shortly before landing multiple seven-figure real estate deals , and in this episode, he’ll show YOU how to do the same—no matter your starting point! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Tired of working dead-end jobs and struggling to make ends meet, Jordan Scroggins knew he had to make some...
Sep 01, 2025•48 min
Welcome to another Rookie Reply , where Tony J Robinson and Ashley Kehr answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group . This time, we’re covering questions like: My Agent Won’t Move Fast Enough—What Do I Do? Starting a Wholesaling Business in College—Is It Too Much? My $4M Portfolio Isn’t Cash Flowing Like It Should—Now What? Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here ! Check out more resources from this show on ...
Aug 29, 2025•30 min
Do you wish you could quit your job — for good ? With enough rental income , you could! The very first step is to calculate your financial freedom number , and in today’s episode, we’ll show you how to do just that. Then, we’ll give you a step-by-step roadmap for reaching it! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Whether you’re eager to hand in your two-week notice or dream of retiring with real estate , Tony and Ashley provide a simple blueprint any beginner can follow. By the end of...
Aug 27, 2025•47 min
Real estate investing isn’t always pretty. Today’s guests had to make some serious sacrifices to buy their first investment property — living out of an RV , with a newborn, in the middle of winter. This bold move not only made them $180,000 on their first deal but also helped them snowball to five properties! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Nichole and AJ Frandanisa sold their house to start investing in real estate. But not only that—they bought a rundown property and lived in ...
Aug 25, 2025•41 min
Welcome to another Rookie Reply , where HOST and HOST answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group . This time, we’re covering questions like: How do you break free from analysis paralysis and finally start your real estate journey? Buy-and-hold vs. flipping: Which strategy is best for rookies looking for reliable wealth? Should you cash out half a million dollars from a property to scale faster, or is holding onto equity smarter? Looking to invest? Need a...
Aug 22, 2025•34 min
Rentals can give you financial freedom , but what if there’s a better way? Today’s guest took a much different path, buying a business that gave him immediate cash flow . Now, he’s building serious wealth through both business and real estate, and his strategy might just be the shortcut you’ve been looking for! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Rather than putting money down on a rental property , Tim Delaney bought a small wine and liquor store —a move that gave him huge cash flo...
Aug 20, 2025•43 min
Would you trade your wedding for a rental property ? What if it allowed you to retire years ahead of schedule ? Today’s guest saw the bigger picture, and in this episode, he’ll share how small sacrifices can yield a massive return! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast ! Rather than having the large, traditional wedding that most couples dream of, Dean Pinhas and his wife turned their wedding fund into the down payment for a home , which they would soon convert into the first of six ren...
Aug 18, 2025•41 min
Welcome to another Rookie Reply , where Tony J Robinson and Ashley Kehr answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group . This time, we’re covering questions like: What are the different ways you can structure an offer on a property? Should you use an attorney for an eviction or do the process yourself? Should I pick my W2 job to align with my real estate goals? Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here ! Check out more resources from this show ...
Aug 15, 2025•28 min
