In this episode of the Rent to Retirement Podcast, host Zach Lemaster takes us on a deep dive into the strategies he employs to achieve a 100% Return on Investment (ROI) in real estate. From case studies to tax-saving techniques, Zach covers it all. Tune in to discover how you can scale your portfolio and dramatically increase your ROI.

The quick start guide to STR self management:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/125rg...

Key Moments:

00:00:08: Introduction to achieving a high ROI in real estate
00:00:14: The importance of running through the numbers with actual case studies
00:00:33: How to maximize your return on investment and save on taxes
00:00:46: Discussing the strategy using a normal investment property example
00:01:00: The benefits of new construction properties in the Sunbelt
00:01:15: How to save tens of thousands of dollars in taxes and increase ROI
00:01:42: The importance of scaling your portfolio for long-term growth
00:02:04: The five and ten-year projection in real estate investing
00:02:12: Applying the IDEAL investment formula at Rent to Retirement
00:02:54: The case study of an Alabama property purchase and its financial breakdown
00:03:30: Calculating ROI and the significance of looking beyond cash flow
00:04:11: The impact of appreciation and leverage in building wealth in rental real estate
00:04:54: How depreciation plays a crucial role in tax savings and ROI
00:05:54: The benefits of a cost segregation study for real estate professionals
00:10:42: Achieving accelerated depreciation through short-term rental strategies
00:11:08: The potential for high ROI even without being a real estate professional
00:14:00: Exploring the concept of self-managing short-term rentals for tax benefits
00:17:00: The importance of understanding and utilizing cost segregation studies
00:19:00: How furnishing costs can also contribute to tax deductions and ROI
00:21:00: The impact of short-term rentals on ROI and tax savings over time
00:23:00: The significance of self-managing properties and the resources available
00:25:00: Encouraging investors to explore accelerated depreciation and short-term rental strategies
00:27:00: A call to action for investors to reach out for guidance and resources