Property Profits Real Estate Podcast

A $500,000 house renting for around $3,000 a month does not meet the old 1 percent rule. Anne Curry is finding another way to make the numbers work.
Anne is a longtime buy and hold investor in Tacoma, Washington. She explains how she is looking for properties with something extra: enough backyard space for DADUs and, when possible, an unfinished basement with a separate entrance.
Anne walks through the numbers she is seeing in Tacoma. She says a 1,000 square foot, three bedroom, two bath DADU can cost around $300,000 to build and rent for roughly $3,000 to $3,200 per month. She also explains why the original house can sometimes be sold while the new backyard rentals are kept.
Her newest approach adds another piece. Anne is buying homes where the basement can become another unit. That can help the main property work as a rental today while she holds the backyard for possible development later.
Key topics and takeaways:
Why Anne still prefers buy and hold investing
Why the old 1 percent rule is harder to reach in Tacoma
Using DADUs to create rental income from backyard space
Anne's example of a $300,000 DADU renting for $3,000 to $3,200
Why unfinished basements with separate entrances are getting Anne's attention
Land banking backyard space for future DADUs
Why Anne starts with an investor's goal before choosing a strategy
Guest information:
Anne Curry is based in Tacoma, Washington. She works with real estate investors and also offers mentorship using an hourly model.
Website: anncurryhomes.com
Anne also mentioned free events in Tacoma, with information available through her website.
Call to action:
To learn more about Anne, her mentorship, and her Tacoma events, visit anncurryhomes.com.

Your brain can form an opinion about someone in about 0.3 seconds. And when you explain what you do, Dr. Thomas Troutman says you have only a few more seconds to speak to the part of the brain that makes decisions.
Thomas works with business owners and high level executives on revenue, reputation, and relationships using ideas based on how the brain makes decisions.
In this conversation, Thomas explains why a natural smile matters during a first meeting and why many websites make the mistake of talking about the company instead of the visitor. He recommends using “you” language so the message stays focused on the person you want to reach.
Thomas also explains his idea of becoming unforgettable in 11 seconds. His own introduction is: “I help business owners to become unforgettable in 11 seconds by speaking with the decision maker's brain.”
Key topics and takeaways:
Why Thomas says first impressions can form in about 0.3 seconds
Why visual information gets processed quickly
How a natural smile can affect an interaction
Why your website should talk about your visitor instead of your company
The difference between rational explanations and primal decisions
How Thomas explains what he does in 11 seconds
The trade show booth that used mirrors instead of displaying products
Guest information:
Dr. Thomas Troutman works primarily with business owners, high level executives, and their teams. He is the author of Make Me Great and has a PhD in artificial intelligence.
Website: happy-brains.com
Thomas said visitors can use his website to contact him, learn more, and access free books.
Call to action:
Visit happy-brains.com to learn more about Thomas and his work. Viewers watching the video can also use the QR code mentioned during the conversation to reach the Make Me Great book page.

Buying land and putting a brand new manufactured home on it may sound simple. Chris Gavre explains why the details before closing on the land can make or break the project.
Chris and his partner buy parcels ranging from small individual lots to larger pieces they can divide into several lots. They prepare the land, order manufactured homes directly from the manufacturing plant, permanently install them, complete the required utility and inspection work, and sell them on the open market.
One important part happens before they ever close. Chris checks zoning, water and sewer access, soil conditions for septic systems, development costs, and private restrictions. He learned the last point through what he calls an expensive lesson. County approval does not necessarily reveal deed restrictions, neighborhood covenants, or HOA rules that could prevent a manufactured home from being placed on the property.
Key topics and takeaways:
How Chris defines a land home package
Why most of his projects are outside city limits
The due diligence Chris completes before buying land
Why deed restrictions must be checked separately from zoning
Why Chris orders homes directly from manufacturing plants
How the homes become eligible for FHA, USDA, and VA financing
Why Chris finds this model more predictable than flipping houses
The financing and county level challenges involved
How Chris and his partner manage 50 to 60 projects without a large staff
Guest information:
Chris Gavre is a real estate investor based in Charlotte, North Carolina. He and his partner Robert develop land home packages and also offer a coaching program for people who want help learning the model.
Chris invited interested listeners to call or text him at:
770 862 0246
Chris said that if he misses a call, send him a text explaining what you are calling about.
Call to action:
If you are interested in learning about land home packages or want help understanding the process, Chris said you can call or text him at 770 862 0246.

Development does not have to start in a major city. Sometimes the biggest opportunities are sitting in your own hometown.
Kristi Kandel believes local people are the best people to shape the future of their communities. Instead of waiting for outside developers, she encourages investors and entrepreneurs to recognize opportunities that already exist around them.
In this episode, Kristi shares the story of a Michigan waterfront redevelopment that transformed an abandoned property into a gathering place for the community. She explains why local knowledge creates a competitive advantage, how development projects are funded, and why collaboration with city leaders can create long term success.
Key Topics
Why development should happen for local communities
The Michigan waterfront redevelopment story
How developers raise capital without using only their own money
Why smaller communities offer unique opportunities
Building projects that create lasting community impact
Guest Information
Kristi Kandel
Website: KristiKandel.com
Podcast: Local Real Estate Developer Podcast
Call to Action
Learn more about Kristi's work and connect with her through KristiKandel.com.
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/property-profits-real-estate-podcast/id1445202

Strong communities do not happen by accident.
Steven Libman believes multifamily investing is about more than buying apartment buildings. It is about creating places where people know their neighbors, support one another, and feel valued.
In this conversation, Steven explains how his company, Investing with Purpose, combines multifamily investing with intentional community building. From resident CARES teams and neighborhood events to financial education and community outreach, he shares how caring for residents has become part of their investment strategy.
Steven also discusses selecting experienced operating partners, navigating today's market conditions, and maintaining transparency with investors during uncertain times.
Key Topics
Why experienced operating partners come before underwriting
Lessons from recent market challenges
How resident CARES teams build stronger communities
Community events that help neighbors connect
Why resident retention improved through intentional engagement
The difference between KPIs and Key Care Indicators
Financial education opportunities for residents
Raising capital by staying true to company values
Guest Information
Steven Libman
Founder of Investing with Purpose
Website:https://www.iwpurpose.com
Learn more about the Purpose Care Initiative and current investment opportunities through the company website.
Connect with Steven
Website:https://www.iwpurpose.com
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/property-profits-real-estate-podcast/id1445202

Building a Multifamily Business Starts with the Right Team
Owning a large apartment community has been Sonia Dimitrov's goal since she first arrived in America. In this episode, she explains how that dream has grown into a family business focused on multifamily investing.
Sonia shares how years of working together in successful businesses prepared her family for this next chapter. Each member brings a different strength to the team, allowing them to divide responsibilities across acquisitions, financing, construction, and asset management while learning from experienced mentors along the way.
If you're interested in multifamily investing, this conversation offers practical insight into preparing before making your first acquisition.
In This Episode
Sonia's journey from Bulgaria to the United States
The experience that inspired her multifamily investing goal
Building a business with six family members
Why clearly defined roles create stronger teams
Investing in mentorship before investing in apartments
Evaluating dozens of opportunities before finding the right deal
Plans to acquire a 100 to 120 unit apartment community
Long term goals for growing a multifamily portfolio
About Sonia Dimitrov
Sonia Dimitrov is an entrepreneur based in Houston with experience in plumbing, HVAC, contracting, and commercial real estate. She is now focused on acquiring multifamily apartment communities alongside her family while applying the business systems and teamwork that have helped them succeed in other industries.
Connect with Sonia
LinkedIn: Search Sonia Dimitrov
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Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/property-profits-real-estate-podcast/id1445202
YouTube: https://youtu.be/JOywO2xmm54