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February 17, 2025 21 mins

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In this episode of the Rent To Retirement Podcast, hosts Adam Schroeder and Eric dive deep into the booming real estate markets of South Bend, Indiana, and Iowa. If you're an investor looking for affordable properties with high cash flow potential, this episode is a must-listen!


🔎 What You’ll Learn:

✅ Why South Bend & Iowa are becoming real estate hotspots

✅ The impact of Notre Dame University & local industries on rental demand

✅ How Eric ensures turnkey properties stay low-maintenance & tenant-friendly

✅ The importance of strong property management & reliable rehab teams

✅ Key market trends, rental growth insights, and how to maximize ROI


📌 Timestamps:


00:26 – Meet Eric: Turnkey expert & provider

01:15 – How Eric’s rehabs keep costs low & durability high

02:40 – Why he expanded into South Bend & Iowa

05:45 – What’s fueling South Bend’s economic growth

07:59 – Who are the typical tenants in these markets?

09:12 – The importance of leasing properties before selling

10:58 – How rents & vacancy rates are trending

12:57 – The reality of rent comps vs. turnkey properties

14:37 – Expanding into Iowa: The Quad Cities Opportunity

17:15 – Property prices & rental returns – What to expect

18:49 – Why these markets almost hit the 1% rule

19:25 – Landlord-friendliness & eviction timelines

20:45 – How to find & buy Eric’s properties


🎯 Interested in investing? Browse Eric’s properties at Https://www.RentToRetirement.com & schedule a call with a strategist to see if it’s the right fit for you!


📩 Have questions? Email us at podcast@renttoretirement.com


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