February 25th, 2025 9:46 PM by Eric Willner
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Turn Real Estate into a Profitable Business: 9 Steps to Success
By Eric Willner, Investor, Coach, and Host of The Real Estate Show, America’s longest running daily radio show about real estate.
Welcome to The Real Estate Show – South Florida’s #1 Real Estate Radio Show and America’s longest-running daily radio show about real estate. My Name is Eric Willner, known as the Voice of Real Estate, founder of America’s longest-running daily radio show about real estate, and creator of The Automatic Landlord System for Owning Cash Flowing Real Estate ‘Profitably and Hassle-Free’. It’s a virtual real estate seminar in every episode.
Three Questions to Get You Thinking
Today, let’s talk about success and failure—and how to get that success in real estate. Our theme today is There are Even More Reasons Why NOW is a Great Time to Buy and Own Real Estate!
Our Mission
Our mission is simple but powerful: To transform lives through affordable housing. To empower, educate, and enable families and individuals to enjoy the American dream of homeownership.
In today’s highlighted Tools and Techniques, let’s dive into the practical part. But speaking of “practical”, observe how far we’ve come in just the first short 9 weeks. These are the weekly themes we have covered so far:
· 9 9 reasons why now is a great time to buy and own real estate
· L ack of Financial Literacy Increases Vulnerability to Foreclosure(25.02.10)
· A Real Estate Business is Just A Simple System (25.02.03)
· S YSTEMS Save Your Self Time Energy & Money (25.01.27)
· 8 Steps to Real Estate Wealth: A Modern Approach to Financial Freedom (25.01.20)
· Y ou Can retire in 5 Years, not 40 with Real estate (25.01.13)
· R eal Estate is Not Perfect, It’s Just Better (25.01.06)
· Y our Credit Score Will Determine How Many Great Opportunities You Get in 2025 (24.12.30)
Yesterday, we covered 9 reasons why now is a great time to buy and own real estate. Today, let’s break them down into 9 actionable steps so that you can take immediate action to make real estate work for you!
9 Actionable Steps to Take Advantage of Today’s Real Estate Market
1. Build Wealth Through Appreciation – Research Market Trends
The value of real estate has consistently increased over time. But to maximize your gains, you must understand local market trends. Start by analyzing historical appreciation rates in various neighborhoods. Use tools like Zillow, Redfin, and MLS reports to track home value trends and identify high-growth areas. Pay close attention to cities with job growth, infrastructure expansion, and population influx, as these indicators signal strong future appreciation.
2. Leverage Other People’s Money (OPM) – Explore Financing Options
One of the biggest misconceptions about real estate investing is that you need a large sum of cash to start. The truth is, you can use mortgages, seller financing, partnerships, and private lenders to fund your deals. The key is learning about loan programs, such as FHA, VA, conventional loans, and hard money loans. By leveraging OPM, you can own multiple properties and scale your investments faster.
3. Take Advantage of Tax Benefits – Consult with a Tax Professional
Real estate offers some of the best tax benefits available. Property owners can deduct mortgage interest, depreciation, maintenance costs, and even travel expenses related to real estate. One of the most powerful strategies is a 1031 exchange, which allows you to sell an investment property and reinvest the profits into another without paying capital gains tax. Always consult a real estate-savvy CPA to ensure you maximize these benefits.
4. Hedge Against Inflation – Choose Fixed-Rate Mortgages
Inflation increases the cost of goods and services—including rent. When you lock in a fixed-rate mortgage, your monthly payments remain the same, but your rental income will continue to rise with inflation. This means that over time, your profit margins increase, making real estate a perfect hedge against inflation.
5. Secure Your Financial Future – Get Pre-Approved
One of the biggest mistakes buyers make is not getting pre-approved before shopping for a home. A pre-approval shows sellers that you are a serious buyer and gives you a clear understanding of your borrowing power. It also prevents last-minute surprises and makes the homebuying process smoother.
6. Create Passive Income – Identify High-Yield Rental Properties
A great way to build wealth through real estate is by earning passive rental income. Identify high-yield rental properties by looking at cap rates, rental demand, and job markets. Websites like Rentometer and Mashvisor can help you analyze rental income vs. property expenses to ensure a positive cash flow.
7. Take Control Over Your Investment – Become a Market Expert
Unlike stocks, where you have no control over performance, real estate allows you to influence your returns. Learn about property management, renovation strategies, and local market conditions. Attend networking events, real estate meetups, and online forums to stay ahead of market trends and opportunities.
8. Buy Before Prices Rise – Act NOW!
If you’re waiting for prices to drop, you may be missing out on opportunities. Historically, home prices have risen over the long term. The sooner you buy, the sooner you start benefiting from appreciation, rental income, and tax breaks. Waiting could mean paying thousands more later.
9. Turn Real Estate Into a Business – Treat It Like One
If you want to be successful in real estate, treat it like a business. This means having a business plan, setting clear financial goals, tracking your income and expenses, and staying organized. Consider forming an LLC for liability protection and tax benefits.
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Resources to Help Renters, Buyers, and Investors
To take full advantage of today’s opportunities, you need the right tools, resources, and education. That’s why we provide:
Experts Teaching About Real Estate & Homeownership – Learn from industry professionals who can guide you through the home buying and investment process.
The Path to Homeownership Free Workshops – Join our Tuesday night workshops for actionable steps to get started!
Financial Calculators – Use tools to analyze mortgage payments, rental cash flow, and property appreciation.
A Financial Plan! – Create a step-by-step roadmap to building wealth through real estate.
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Summary of Today’s Show
9 Actionable Steps to Buy Real Estate Now Why Real Estate is a Strong Hedge Against Inflation Tax Benefits That Save You Money Tools & Resources for First-Time Homebuyers & Investors How to Turn Real Estate into a Business
What’s Next?
Tomorrow is our Wednesday Midweek Mortgage & Market Report, where we’ll bring you up-to-date trends, mortgage rate changes, and insider insights to keep you ahead in real estate.
Final Thoughts & Call to Action
Thank you for tuning into The Real Estate Show! Your journey to real estate success starts now—don’t just listen, take action!
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I’m Eric Willner, and I look forward to helping YOU achieve the American Dream of homeownership. See you next time!
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