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May 26, 2025 9 mins

Rental property cash flow looking good? Great!

But what happens when the HVAC suddenly dies or a tenant unexpectedly moves out, leaving you with a vacancy? Skimping on cash reserves is a critical mistake that can sink your investment faster than you think!


On this episode (Ep 51) of the 5-Minute PRIME Podcast, host Martin Maxwell dives into the absolute necessity of building and maintaining adequate operating and capital expenditure (CapEx) reserves for long-term success.

Tune in to learn:

  • The True Cost of Being Unprepared: How unexpected repairs and vacancies can destroy your profits without a safety net.
  • Why Investors Neglect Reserves: Common pitfalls like over-optimism, tight budgets, and underestimating future costs.
  • How Much is Enough? Practical rules of thumb for calculating reserves (e.g., 3-6 months of expenses + % of property value for CapEx).
  • Building Your Buffer: Simple, actionable strategies to consistently fund your reserve accounts.
  • Investing with Confidence: How adequate reserves provide peace of mind and financial stability.

Is your investment portfolio truly secure, or are you one surprise expense away from disaster? Learn how to build a financial fortress around your properties. 

Subscribe now to master this crucial element of sustainable real estate investing!


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