

Rental Income Podcast With Dan Lane
Rental Income Podcast
Inspiring interviews with everyday people that are generating passive income by investing in rental properties. On each episode, we talk to a landlord about how they found and purchased their rental properties, how they financed them, and issues they face with property management, and managing tenants.Make sure you follow the show. A new episode is released every Tuesday.
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Sep 9, 2025 • 25min
How Rentals Give Him Time FlexIbility With Joe Blackshere (Ep 538)
Joe Blackshere, a seasoned real estate investor with over 30 rental properties in Kansas City, shares his journey toward flexibility through rental income. He reveals how he recently added four properties using creative financing methods, including a HELOC. Joe dives into the impacts of rising insurance premiums and property taxes on his strategies and discusses the BRRRR method's financial benefits. He emphasizes selecting the right neighborhoods and leveraging home equity to enhance cash flow while navigating the complexities of property management.

Sep 2, 2025 • 25min
The Secret To Consistent Monthly Cash Flow With Greg Zessin (Ep 537)
Greg Zessin, a landlord with 68 rental units in Springfield, Illinois, shares his journey towards achieving consistent monthly cash flow. He reveals the lessons learned from fluctuating profits due to unexpected repairs and tenant issues. By focusing on properties that yield steady income, Greg highlights which property ages and neighborhoods to target or avoid. He also discusses his strategies for retaining tenants longer and shares unique methods for finding off-market deals, transforming his investment approach for steady success.

Aug 26, 2025 • 24min
He Builds Rentals Cheaper Than He Can Buy Them With Tyler Casey (Ep 536)
Most real estate investors assume buying existing rentals is the fastest path to cash flow. But what if you could build them cheaper, and end up with a property that performs better long-term? That’s exactly what Tyler Casey discovered.On this episode, Tyler breaks down the strategy that’s allowing him to out-build the market. He shares why the right floor plan can be a game-changer, how repeating the same blueprint cuts costs and saves time, and the small design details that dramatically reduce maintenance headaches down the road.We dive into the financing he’s using, walk through the actual numbers on one of his recent builds, and compare new construction to rehabs, and why building can actually be the easier, smarter move.Tyler also takes us back to his beginnings, buying his first rentals at just 18, and shows how his approach has evolved into something far more scalable.Along the way, we unpack the hidden advantages of building vs. buying: tax benefits, lower operating costs, higher rent potential, better tenant quality, and even cheaper insurance.https://rentalincomepodcast.com/episode536Thanks To Our Sponsors:Ridge Lending Group - Get A Free 30-Minute Strategy Session With Caeli Ridge.MidSouth HomeBuyers – Turnkey Rentals In Memphis & Little Rock. Instant Cash Flow On Day One. (Priced between $100,000 to low $200's)Rental Accounting Software Made Easy. Free 30 Day Trial

Aug 19, 2025 • 21min
How He Retired Off Rentals At 46 With Jason Hull (Ep 535)
Jason Hull, who retired at just 46 by investing in rental properties, shares his remarkable journey. He discusses how he transitioned from buying foreclosures to constructing new rentals after COVID changed the market. Jason emphasizes the critical importance of tenant screening and reveals how he manages his portfolio while traveling the world with his wife in search of the perfect climate. He also offers insights into strategic real estate investing and the advantages of cash purchases, even when navigating challenges like labor shortages.

Aug 12, 2025 • 26min
How A Garbage Man Makes $8,000 A Month In Rental Income With Jeff Taz (Ep 534)
With his job as a garbage man, Jeff Taz doesn’t get paid if he doesn’t work, so having another source of income was critical. Over the years, Jeff has faced some tough situations where his rental income allowed him to take time off without stressing about paying the bills.On this episode, Jeff shares how he built his portfolio by sticking to a simple strategy, buying one property a year. We talk about how he saved for down payments, what his numbers look like today, and we walk through exactly how he grew his portfolio from nothing to where it is now.https://rentalincomepodcast.com/episode534Thanks To Our Sponsors:MidSouth HomeBuyers – Turnkey Rentals In Memphis & Little Rock. Instant Cash Flow On Day One. (Priced between $100,000 to low $200's)Ridge Lending Group - Get A Free 30-Minute Strategy Session With Caeli Ridge.Rental Accounting Software Made Easy. Free 30 Day Trial

Aug 5, 2025 • 24min
Finding The Sweet Spot For Rental Properties With Nick Disney (Ep 533)
Nick Disney, a seasoned real estate investor from San Antonio, shares his journey through various rental markets, revealing that middle-income properties yield the best returns with minimal hassle. He discusses the costly mistakes he made while chasing higher returns and why sticking to proven markets is key. Nick also explains how he's successfully stepped back from daily management by building a reliable team and fostering strong contractor relationships, emphasizing the power of specialization in real estate investment.

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Jul 29, 2025 • 23min
How To Find Below Market Deals In An Expensive Area With Scott Durham (Ep 532)
Scott lives in an area where the average rental property costs around $600,000, making it tough to find anything that cash flows. Instead of giving up, Scott got creative.On this episode, Scott shares how he’s been able to pick up properties way below market value, and how he’s been able to make money on deals, even if they don’t work as long-term rentals. We break down the numbers on one of his recent deals, and talk through the different strategies he’s using to make investing work in a high-priced market.https://rentalincomepodcast.com/episode532Thanks To Our Sponsors:MidSouth HomeBuyers – Turnkey Rentals In Memphis & Little Rock. Instant Cash Flow On Day One. (Priced between $100,000 to low $200's)Ridge Lending Group - Making investment Mortgage process simple and stress-free.

Jul 22, 2025 • 20min
How He Grew The Profit On His Rentals By $8,000 A Month With Chase Bauer (Ep 531)
Chase Bauer, a successful real estate investor, returns to share how he boosted his rental profits from $20,000 to $28,000 a month. He explores creative strategies for finding lucrative deals in today’s challenging market and offers insights into financing new purchases. The discussion dives into the numbers behind recent deals and how to effectively manage a diverse portfolio of 54 properties. Chase also highlights the importance of long-term investment perspectives and the impact of rising costs on rental income.

Jul 15, 2025 • 20min
How He Built His Own Personal Pension With Rental Properties With RC Hand (Ep 530)
RC was self-employed his whole life—so when it came time to retire, he wouldn't have a traditional pension to fall back on. Instead, he decided to create his own.On this episode, RC shares how he started buying rentals in his 20s and built a personal pension plan with rental properties.Today, his rentals pay for his entire lifestyle, including traveling the world and living life on his terms.We talk about how he got started, where he found the money for his first properties, and what he’s learned from 50 years of being a landlord.RC also shares what he would do differently if he were starting over, advice he’d give his younger self, and the secret to keeping a tenant happy for 30 years.https://rentalincomepodcast.com/episode530Thanks To Our Sponsors:Ridge Lending Group - Making investment Mortgage process simple and stress-free.MidSouth HomeBuyers – Turnkey Rentals In Memphis & Little Rock. Instant Cash Flow On Day One. (Priced between $100,000 to low $200's)

Jul 10, 2025 • 15min
Bonus: DSCR Loans Explained (Finance Rentals Without Tax Returns, Bank Statements, Or Pay Stubs)
On this episode, Caeli Ridge breaks down how to buy a rental property using a DSCR loan — a type of financing where the lender doesn’t care about your personal income.No tax returns.No pay stubs.No bank statements.Instead, the loan is based on the income the property will generate. Caeli walks us through real examples of what kind of purchase price and rent numbers make a deal work, how lenders determine expected rent, and what kind of down payment you'll need. We also cover:The types of properties that qualifyHow DSCR loan rates compare to traditional financingPrepayment penalties to watch out forWhether cash-out refis are possible with this loan typeContact Caeli:1-855-747-4343info@ridgelendinggroup.comRidgeLendingGroup.comThanks To Our Sponsor:RentalTrial - Rental accounting software made easy


