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July 31, 2025 I was visiting last night with a new real estate client, and we were discussing Rentvesting. They had never heard the term, which made me think others might not know either. So I will put my old professor hat back on and talk about “rentvesting”. Rentvesting is a real estate strategy where you rent a home to live in (usually in a location that suits your lifestyle) while buying an investment property somewhere else—typically in a more affordable or higher-return area. 🧠 In Simple Terms: You live where you want, and buy where you can afford (or where the numbers make sense). 🏠 Example: Let’s say you want to live in Lawrence, KS because it’s close to work and has great schools, but homes there cost $400,000—outside your budget. Instead, you: • Rent a house in Lawrence for $1,800/month • Buy an investment property in Ottawa, KS for $220,000 • Rent out the Ottawa property for $1,400/month • Let it build equity and generate cash flow while you enjoy your lifestyle in Lawrence 💡 Why Rentvesting Is Growing in 2025: • High home prices in desirable areas • Higher mortgage rates, limiting primary home affordability • Younger buyers (Gen Z & Millennials) value flexibility but still want to invest • It lets you get into the market without sacrificing your location preferences ✅ Pros: • Builds wealth through property investment • Lets you live in a location you might not afford to buy in • Often comes with tax benefits (on the investment property) • Helps first-time buyers get into the market sooner ⚠️ Cons: • You don’t build equity in the place you live • Managing a rental property (especially remotely) takes work • You still have renting restrictions where you live (e.g. no renovations) • Two sets of housing expenses (mortgage + rent) 📌 Should You Rentvest? It can be a smart strategy if: • You’re priced out of your ideal neighborhood • You want to start building equity and take advantage of appreciation • You’re open to being a landlord or using a property manager


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