In this episode, Jonna welcomes Kirby Atwell, a seasoned real estate investor and host of the Living Off Rentals podcast. Kirby shares his journey from military service to real estate investing, emphasizing his transition from flipping houses to building a portfolio of cash-flowing short-term rentals. He discusses the significance of setting clear financial goals, leveraging affordable markets in the Midwest and Southeast, and the benefits of multi-unit properties for maximizing rental income. Additionally, Kirby highlights how he manages his properties with a team of VAs, his strategies for ensuring high occupancy through seasonal adjustments, and the impact of personalized guest experiences. Discover how this military veteran replaced his income, left flipping behind, and built a short-term rental business that funds his family-first lifestyle.
In this episode, Jonna welcomes Kirby Atwell, a seasoned real estate investor and host of the Living Off Rentals podcast. Kirby shares his journey from military service to real estate investing, emphasizing his transition from flipping houses to building a portfolio of cash-flowing short-term rentals. He discusses the significance of setting clear financial goals, leveraging affordable markets in the Midwest and Southeast, and the benefits of multi-unit properties for maximizing rental income. Additionally, Kirby highlights how he manages his properties with a team of VAs, his strategies for ensuring high occupancy through seasonal adjustments, and the impact of personalized guest experiences.
Discover how this military veteran replaced his income, left flipping behind, and built a short-term rental business that funds his family-first lifestyle.
00:15 Welcome to the Idaho Real Estate Investor Show
00:49 Guest Introduction: Kirby Atwell
01:39 Kirby's Background and Journey
03:40 Kirby's Military Experience and Transition to Real Estate
06:10 Early Real Estate Ventures and Lessons Learned
10:40 Transition to Short-Term Rentals
18:20 Managing and Scaling Short-Term Rentals
20:31 Achieving Financial Freedom Through Real Estate
20:51 Building and Managing Properties in Florida
22:40 Insurance and Building Codes in Florida
24:37 Helping Busy Professionals Invest in Real Estate
25:44 Balancing Work, Family, and Real Estate
26:35 Transitioning to Full-Time Real Estate Investing
27:28 Working Together as a Couple in Real Estate
28:14 Living the Farm Life in Indiana
29:22 Teaching Others to Achieve Financial Freedom
31:02 Choosing the Right Locations for Investment
36:57 Personal and Professional Goals for the Future
38:01 Connecting with Kirby and Final Thoughts
Connect with Kirby Atwell at:
https://www.livingoffrentals.com/
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