In this episode of the College Real Estate Coach, real estate expert Vikki Grodner sits down with savvy investor Ryan Winzenburg to uncover why college towns—especially those with powerhouse football programs—are some of the most profitable places to buy property in America.
Ryan breaks down how he went from Denver to Tuscaloosa, shares his exact strategy for analyzing college markets, and reveals how he cash-flows thousands per month using short-term, mid-term, and long-term rental strategies.
📈 In this episode, you'll learn:
– Why college towns like Tuscaloosa and South Bend are rental goldmines
– How to find the right college markets using data tools like AirDNA, PriceLabs, and Furnished Finder
– How to leverage football weekends and graduation events
– Mid-term rental strategies (nurses, professors, insurance housing!)
– How to bypass short-term rental regulations legally & more!
Whether you’re an investor, parent, agent, or college alum looking to build wealth through real estate, this episode is packed with tactical advice and real-world examples you won’t find anywhere else.
👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow along as we coach you through building wealth in America’s top college towns.
📞 Contact The College Real Estate Coach team: Vikki Grodner - 205.422.9713
🕒 Timestamps:
00:00 – Meet Ryan Winzenburg & Intro
04:10 – Why College Towns Beat Big Cities
09:30 – $1,200 Game Day Rentals?!
13:45 – How to Analyze College Towns with Data
17:00 – Northport Workaround: Beat STR Regulations
22:00 – Mid-Term Rentals: Underrated Goldmine
30:10 – PriceLabs, Furnished Finder, & Other Pro Tools
36:50 – Final Thoughts: Don’t Overthink It—Get Started
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