Rental Income Podcast With Dan Lane
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.
Episodes
December 9, 2025 • 27 mins
Zach started buying rentals at 21 with no family money, no partners, and no roadmap. He didn’t come from a real estate background, but he taught himself creative financing and pushed forward deal by deal. In just two years, he built a large rental portfolio that now includes more than 100 properties.
On this episode, Zach walks us through exactly how he did it. He shares how he built a trustworthy team to handle construction and pro...
On this episode, Zach walks us through exactly how he did it. He shares how he built a trustworthy team to handle construction and pro...
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On this episode, we walk step by step through how Derek Harris built his rental portfolio from the ground up. Derek has been buying rental properties for five years, and today he owns 10 doors.
He takes us through each acquisition, explaining how he found the properties, their condition, and the work he did to fix them up. Derek also breaks down how he financed every deal.
He talks about where he found the money for his down payment...
He takes us through each acquisition, explaining how he found the properties, their condition, and the work he did to fix them up. Derek also breaks down how he financed every deal.
He talks about where he found the money for his down payment...
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November 25, 2025 • 23 mins
Adam Negri believes real estate is the easiest business in the world. In his view, anyone can do it. There is no get-rich-quick angle, just a simple formula: buy a few solid properties each year, stay patient, and before long you’ll own a few million dollars’ worth of real estate.
On this episode, Adam walks through exactly how he built his portfolio following that approach. He explains why he focuses on straightforward residential ...
On this episode, Adam walks through exactly how he built his portfolio following that approach. He explains why he focuses on straightforward residential ...
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November 18, 2025 • 21 mins
Preston Garcia spent two full years studying, researching, and preparing before he ever bought his first rental property.
On this episode, Preston opens up about how that first deal has actually worked out. We dig into how he found the property, the creative seller financing he worked out, how much cash he had to bring to the table, and how he raised additional capital by bringing in a partner.
Preston also shares the realities of ma...
On this episode, Preston opens up about how that first deal has actually worked out. We dig into how he found the property, the creative seller financing he worked out, how much cash he had to bring to the table, and how he raised additional capital by bringing in a partner.
Preston also shares the realities of ma...
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November 11, 2025 • 22 mins
Joe Hammel was tired of clocking in at the factory every day, so he decided to bet on himself. He went all in on real estate, and today he earns $10,000 a month in profit from his rentals.
On this episode, Joe breaks down exactly how he built his portfolio. We dig into his numbers, the types of properties that are performing best (and which ones to avoid), and the price ranges and locations that are giving him the best returns. Joe ...
On this episode, Joe breaks down exactly how he built his portfolio. We dig into his numbers, the types of properties that are performing best (and which ones to avoid), and the price ranges and locations that are giving him the best returns. Joe ...
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November 4, 2025 • 23 mins
When Michael Atkins got his real estate license, he thought it would be the key to making more money. But after a few months, he realized the income wasn’t consistent. Some months were great, and others he made nothing at all.
On this episode, Michael shares how investing in rental properties changed everything. His rental income now covers all his bills, giving him financial stability and the freedom to grow his business without pr...
On this episode, Michael shares how investing in rental properties changed everything. His rental income now covers all his bills, giving him financial stability and the freedom to grow his business without pr...
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October 28, 2025 • 18 mins
Many investors focus on cash flow, but they’re often looking at it the wrong way.
In this episode, William Lokar shares a common mistake he sees investors make when analyzing cash flow and explains how to look at your numbers more accurately. He also talks about how understanding the difference between return on investment and return on equity can completely change how you manage and grow your portfolio.
William explains how he star...
In this episode, William Lokar shares a common mistake he sees investors make when analyzing cash flow and explains how to look at your numbers more accurately. He also talks about how understanding the difference between return on investment and return on equity can completely change how you manage and grow your portfolio.
William explains how he star...
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October 21, 2025 • 23 mins
Will Radosvich was feeling burned out at work and desperate to retire early. The problem? Most of his money was tied up in a 401(k) that he couldn’t touch for years.
Instead of waiting, he decided to create his own path to financial freedom. Will started buying rental properties that produced cash flow, even if it was just a little at first.
His second property only made $50 a month, but it taught him the power of steady progress and...
Instead of waiting, he decided to create his own path to financial freedom. Will started buying rental properties that produced cash flow, even if it was just a little at first.
His second property only made $50 a month, but it taught him the power of steady progress and...
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October 14, 2025 • 27 mins
When Scott Morse’s Airbnb bookings started to slow down, his cash flow became unpredictable. He needed a more consistent way to generate income from his properties. That’s when he discovered the power of renting by the room.
In this episode, Scott shares how he converted his former Airbnbs into co-living rentals and why his cash flow is now more consistent, and even higher than before.
He explains how he finds tenants, how he manage...
In this episode, Scott shares how he converted his former Airbnbs into co-living rentals and why his cash flow is now more consistent, and even higher than before.
He explains how he finds tenants, how he manage...
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October 7, 2025 • 27 mins
Max Emory was crushing it with the BRRRR strategy on duplexes. His system was working, steady cash flow, solid equity gains, and growing confidence as an investor. But like many of us, Max wanted to scale up.
He heard that buying bigger properties would accelerate his success — until it didn’t.
When Max bought a 6-unit and a 3-unit, things started to fall apart. The deals didn’t perform the way he expected, and he ended up losing a l...
He heard that buying bigger properties would accelerate his success — until it didn’t.
When Max bought a 6-unit and a 3-unit, things started to fall apart. The deals didn’t perform the way he expected, and he ended up losing a l...
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September 30, 2025 • 21 mins
Jon Paddol is a regular guy who has quietly built a solid rental portfolio. He started at 24, renting out rooms to friends, and looking back, he wishes he had bought even more properties when he was in his 20s.
On this episode, Jon shares how he transitioned from renting to friends to screening actual tenants, and what that experience taught him.
He also talks about how he only buys properties in a very tight area, close to where he ...
On this episode, Jon shares how he transitioned from renting to friends to screening actual tenants, and what that experience taught him.
He also talks about how he only buys properties in a very tight area, close to where he ...
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September 23, 2025 • 26 mins
Chris Heller’s rental journey started more than three decades ago, and the secret to his success has been patience.
Year after year, his tenants paid down his mortgages while his properties quietly appreciated. Over time, he sold off smaller rentals and traded up to bigger, more valuable ones, building lasting wealth along the way.
In this episode, Chris shares how recognizing market cycles has given him an edge, allowing him to sell...
Year after year, his tenants paid down his mortgages while his properties quietly appreciated. Over time, he sold off smaller rentals and traded up to bigger, more valuable ones, building lasting wealth along the way.
In this episode, Chris shares how recognizing market cycles has given him an edge, allowing him to sell...
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September 16, 2025 • 19 mins
Luca and Mat have built a rental portfolio by repeatedly buying condos in the same complex. They know the floor plans, understand the values, and can move quickly when a new unit hits the market, giving them a huge advantage over other buyers.
A new train line is being built nearby, drastically reducing the commute time to the city center. Luca and Mat believe the neighborhood is poised for growth once the station opens, and they’ve...
A new train line is being built nearby, drastically reducing the commute time to the city center. Luca and Mat believe the neighborhood is poised for growth once the station opens, and they’ve...
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September 9, 2025 • 25 mins
When Joe first started investing, he thought what he wanted most was time freedom. But over time, he realized what he really wanted was flexibility, and his rental income has given him just that.
.In the past year alone, Joe has added four new properties to his portfolio. On this episode, he shares how he found those deals, how he financed them, and the creative ways he’s used a HELOC to fund purchases.
We also talk about how he’s ap...
.In the past year alone, Joe has added four new properties to his portfolio. On this episode, he shares how he found those deals, how he financed them, and the creative ways he’s used a HELOC to fund purchases.
We also talk about how he’s ap...
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September 2, 2025 • 24 mins
When Greg Zessin first started buying rentals, he went after deals that looked like they would produce strong cash flow on paper. Some months, the numbers worked great, but other months, unexpected repairs or tenant issues wiped out his profits.
Over time, Greg realized that not all cash flow is created equal. He shifted his strategy to focus only on properties that provide steady, consistent income.
On this episode, Greg shares what...
Over time, Greg realized that not all cash flow is created equal. He shifted his strategy to focus only on properties that provide steady, consistent income.
On this episode, Greg shares what...
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August 26, 2025 • 23 mins
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 ...
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 ...
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August 19, 2025 • 21 mins
Jason Hull retired at just 46 years old and now spends most of the year traveling with his wife in search of the perfect climate. His lifestyle is funded by his rental income.
But Jason didn’t get there overnight. He started out buying foreclosures, fixing them up, and renting them out.
When COVID hit, everything changed—labor shortages, material shortages, and rising costs made his strategy nearly impossible. Instead of giving up, J...
But Jason didn’t get there overnight. He started out buying foreclosures, fixing them up, and renting them out.
When COVID hit, everything changed—labor shortages, material shortages, and rising costs made his strategy nearly impossible. Instead of giving up, J...
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August 12, 2025 • 26 mins
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...
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...
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August 5, 2025 • 23 mins
Nick Disney has tried it all: high-end rentals, low-end rentals, and everything in between. Over the years, he’s figured out exactly what type of property makes him the most money with the least hassle.
On this episode, Nick shares the type of property, neighborhood, and price range that consistently performs well for him.
We talk about the mistakes he made when chasing slightly higher returns on different types of properties, and ho...
On this episode, Nick shares the type of property, neighborhood, and price range that consistently performs well for him.
We talk about the mistakes he made when chasing slightly higher returns on different types of properties, and ho...
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July 29, 2025 • 22 mins
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 d...
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 d...
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