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Guest blogger, real estate investor, and attorney Jen Sperling has turned two of her previous homes into successful rental properties. Here are 15 things you might not think of doing before you move out.
Thinking about turning your home into a rental? In this episode of the Real Life Planning Podcast, Cynthia Meyer sits down with attorney and investor Jen Sperling, who has done it twice, to share the strategies, legal must-knows, and real-world lessons that make the transition smoother (and more profitable).
Your backyard could do more than grow grass — it could grow income. Learn how accessory dwelling units (ADUs) can boost your financial strategy.
Most advisors don’t speak “real estate.” Here’s how to choose a financial planner who actually understands rental property, tax strategy, and your long-term goals.
In Episode 75, Vekevia Tillman-Jones, CFP®, MBA, breaks down how to choose a rental strategy that actually fits your personal budget.
In Episode 73, Cynthia Meyer, CFA®, CFP®, ChFC®, chats with design expert and entrepreneur Meredith Royall of Lime Painting of Westchester about transforming your space without blowing your budget.