There are all kinds of **“hidden” real estate deals **floating around, and if you take action in this housing market, you could beat everyone else to them—even if you’re new to real estate investing). Today’s guest used this tactic to buy 250 rental units in just FIVE years, and she’s about to share it with you!
Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Off the back of her new book, Smarter Short-Term Rentals), **Avery Carl **joins the show to teach YOU how to find “hidden” deals that turn into **profitable **vacation rentals). If you look closely, **real estate listings **are riddled with errors that could help you buy a rental property) well below market value. A few of these properties could give you financial freedom, and in this episode, Avery will show you exactly which “clues” to look for!
You’ll also learn how to choose an Airbnb market and why investing in a saturated area is a better bet than trailblazing in an unproven market. But that’s not all. Avery will shed light on “over-amenitization” and show you how to make your short-term rental) pop with smart furniture and** décor** choices instead!
In This Episode We Cover:
Why the 2025 housing market is the *perfect *playground for new investors
The biggest opportunities and challenges new investors face in 2025
Listing “clues” that could tip you off to an undervalued property
Creative ways to make your short-term rental stand out in any market
The number one mistake investors make when analyzing a rental property)
Telltale signs that it’s time to sell your investment property
The BEST Airbnb markets to invest in right now (and which ones to avoid!)
And **So **Much More!
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(00:00) Intro
(00:43) Making “Low” Offers
(04:18) Common Listing “Clues”
(08:28) Picking Airbnb Markets
(17:19) How to Stand Out
(22:38) When to Exit a Property
(28:47) Markets to Avoid
(32:34) BEST Markets in 2025
(34:43) Connect with Avery!
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