In this episode, I break down how to manage your own rental properties remotely—step by step—using the exact processes my friend Dave uses to keep vacancies under two weeks in San Diego, CA and Jacksonville, NC. You’ll learn:
How to fill vacancies fast with smart, wide-net marketing (Zillow, Trulia, HotPads, Realtor, FB Marketplace, Craigslist, IG, word-of-mouth) and pro-level photos/video
Why enforcing “application before walkthrough” saves time and filters for qualified tenants
The pipeline: application → walkthrough (with a trusted local) → attorney-vetted lease → first month + deposit → move-in
How to structure deposits and rent accounts (separate, interest-bearing) and avoid commingling
What to include in a welcome letter, plus move-in/move-out forms that protect your deposit decisions
How to build a maintenance Rolodex and a reliable on-the-ground helper for inspections and showings
(00:00) Intro
(00:37) Managing rentals from anywhere
(01:18) Dave’s record of short vacancies
(01:45) Marketing channels and pro photos
(03:39) The rental pipeline explained
(05:27) Payments and separate accounts
(06:39) Move-in day essentials
(07:13) Protecting deposits with forms
(07:50) Rent collection methods
(09:06) Building your maintenance team
(10:21) The War Room Mastermind
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