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How You Can Unlock More Cash Flow with Mixed-Use Properties

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we dive into a niche strategy that’s been gaining traction across real estate portfolios: mixed-use properties. We’re talking about storefronts with apartments above, office-residential hybrids, live-work lofts, and beyond, and why these hybrid properties can unlock multiple income streams, increased flexibility, and long-term cash flow. We break down the biggest advantages (and challenges), walk through real-life examples, and share creative strategies to make these

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Generating Cashflow with Storage Investing

On this week’s episode of Uncontested Investing, we unpack one of the most recession-resistant, overlooked niches in the game: self-storage investing. It may not sound sexy, but storage units are delivering strong, stable cash flow with low risk, minimal management headaches, and surprisingly scalable upside. We break down how smart investors are leveraging storage to diversify their portfolios, reduce liability, automate operations, and add value through tech, partnerships, and even

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Scaling Your Short Term Rentals Portfolio

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we dive into the booming world of short-term rentals (STRs) and explore how savvy investors are leveraging platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo to maximize cash flow, diversify geographically, and reduce risk. From vacation properties to workforce housing, the hosts break down how investors of all sizes can scale intelligently by choosing the right locations, designing a memorable guest experience, and taking advantage of seasonal

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PROFIT MARGINS ON HOME SALES CONTINUE TO DROP IN FIRST QUARTER

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Typical home sales profit margin fell to 50 percent, from peak of 64 percent in 2022;  Home sales prices remain near historic highs ATTOM, a leading curator of land, property data, and real estate analytics, released its first quarter 2025 U.S. Home Sales Report, which shows that homeowners, on average, made a 50.2 percent profit selling single-family homes and condos during the first quarter of the year. That was down 3.2 percentage

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Multigenerational Living a Priority for Nearly 3-in-10 Prospective Homebuyers

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Increase fueled by caregiving needs and affordability As families think ahead to their next move, many are considering how to bring loved ones under one roof—whether to care for aging parents, support adult children or share household expenses. Nearly 3-in-10 prospective buyers (28%) plan to purchase a home that will include family members from multiple generations, according to a new survey released by Veterans United Home Loans, the nation’s largest VA lender.

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America’s Top Eco-Friendly Cities for Car-Free Transit

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New ranking from Local Logic and Realtor.com® reveals the best cities for walking, biking, and commuting without a car; the Northeast and California’s Bay Area lead the way with Hoboken, N.J.; Cambridge, Mass.; and Berkeley, Calif., at the top How we navigate our cities plays a big role in sustainability — but not every place makes it easy to go car-free. Realtor.com® and location intelligence company Local Logic unveiled a new ranking of America’s Top Eco-Friendly Cities for Car-Free

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