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The 10 best cities for first-time real estate investors in 2026

The 10 best cities for first-time real estate investors in 2026

Low entry price, strong cash flow, landlord-friendly laws, and stable tenant demand. These 10 cities check every box.

Jacob McEwen

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May 12, 2026


The salary you need to buy a house in every state

The salary you need to buy a house in every state

We calculated the minimum income required to afford the median home in all 50 states. Some will surprise you.

Jacob McEwen

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May 5, 2026

Why your homeowners insurance just doubled

Why your homeowners insurance just doubled

Insurance costs rose 12% nationwide last year. In some states it's up 50% in 3 years. Here's why and what to do about it.

Jacob McEwen

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Apr 28, 2026

3 states where property taxes eat your cash flow

3 states where property taxes eat your cash flow

Your monthly payment doesn't just go to the bank. In some states, the county takes more than your mortgage.

Jacob McEwen

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Apr 21, 2026

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The hidden cost that kills most rental property deals

The hidden cost that kills most rental property deals

Jacob McEwen

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Apr 14, 2026

3 numbers that tell you if a rental property is worth buying in 60 seconds

3 numbers that tell you if a rental property is worth buying in 60 seconds

Jacob McEwen

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Apr 10, 2026

The real cost of closing on a rental property (it's not just the down payment)

The real cost of closing on a rental property (it's not just the down payment)

Jacob McEwen

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Mar 31, 2026

5 cities where rentals still cash flow in 2026 (and 5 that don't)

5 cities where rentals still cash flow in 2026 (and 5 that don't)

Jacob McEwen

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Mar 24, 2026

The $6,550 Question Nobody Asks Before Moving States

The $6,550 Question Nobody Asks Before Moving States

Jacob McEwen

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Mar 22, 2026

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