EPISODE · Jun 10, 2026 · 25 MIN
11% Builder Incentives on Alabama New Construction Rentals
from Rent To Retirement: Building Financial Independence Through Turnkey Real Estate Investing · host Rent To Retirement
This episode is sponsored by…NCH:Set up an LLC to protect your investments! – https://nchinc.com/rtrBLUPRINT HOME LOANS:Get pre-approved with one of RTR’s preferred lenders at https://bluprinthomeloans.com/renttoretirement/ Alabama new construction is getting serious attention from real estate investors — and in this episode of the Rent To Retirement Podcast, Matthew Seyoum is joined by Frank Merry to break down why.Frank shares what makes Alabama attractive for out-of-state investors, including lower property taxes, landlord-friendly laws, affordable new construction, strong rental demand, and major employment drivers across markets like Birmingham, Huntsville, Kimberly, Tuscaloosa, and Columbiana. 🏡The biggest highlight? Select Alabama new construction rental properties are currently offering up to 11% of the purchase price in builder incentives, which may be used toward closing costs, rate buydowns, property management reserves, appliances, fencing, and more.Whether you’re buying your first rental property or expanding your portfolio, this episode explains why Alabama may be one of the most investor-friendly new construction markets available right now.⏱️ Timestamps:0:08 – Introduction to Alabama new construction0:51 – Why investors from expensive markets are looking at Alabama1:12 – Affordability, landlord-friendly laws, and low property taxes2:46 – Huntsville growth, NASA, Space Force, FBI, and tech jobs4:05 – Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and Central Alabama rental demand5:51 – Understanding Alabama’s suburban and driving lifestyle10:24 – Kimberly, Alabama and why investors are watching this market13:13 – Investor-owned rentals vs. primary homebuyer communities15:33 – Why Tuscaloosa has consistent rental demand18:13 – Breaking down the 11% builder incentive opportunity19:19 – How investors can use incentives for closing costs and rate buydowns20:15 – Conventional vs. DSCR loan incentive limits22:21 – Why timing matters for investors on the fence24:49 – Final thoughts on Alabama real estate investing📧 Got a question or story to share?Email us at: [email protected]👍 Like this episode? Hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next one!💬 Comment below with your biggest takeaway from this episode!🌐 Explore turnkey investing opportunities: https://www.renttoretirement.com🗓️ Schedule a Free Consultation:https://bit.ly/3QSPEoS📺 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h1lnz1kM75Gj79VV8QtEg🎧 Listen to the Rent To Retirement Podcast on the Go:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/renttoretirement📬 Join Our Newsletter Email List:Submit your info at the top right corner of the page:https://renttoretirement.com📩 Have Questions for the Podcast?Send them to: [email protected]Your question might be answered in a future episode!#RealEstateInvesting #RentToRetirement #AlabamaRealEstate #PassiveIncome #NewConstruction
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This episode is sponsored by…NCH:Set up an LLC to protect your investments! – https://nchinc.com/rtrBLUPRINT HOME LOANS:Get pre-approved with one of RTR’s preferred lenders at https://bluprinthomeloans.com/renttoretirement/ Alabama new construction is getting serious attention from real estate investors — and in this episode of the Rent To Retirement Podcast, Matthew Seyoum is joined by Frank Merry to break down why.Frank shares what makes Alabama attractive for out-of-state investors, including lower property taxes, landlord-friendly laws, affordable new construction, strong rental demand, and major employment drivers across markets like Birmingham, Huntsville, Kimberly, Tuscaloosa, and Columbiana. 🏡The biggest highlight? Select Alabama new construction rental properties are currently offering up to 11% of the purchase price in builder incentives, which may be used toward closing costs, rate buydowns, property management reserves, appliances, fencing, and more.Whether you’re buying your first rental property or expanding your portfolio, this episode explains why Alabama may be one of the most investor-friendly new construction markets available right now.⏱️ Timestamps:0:08 – Introduction to Alabama new construction0:51 – Why investors from expensive markets are looking at Alabama1:12 – Affordability, landlord-friendly laws, and low property taxes2:46 – Huntsville growth, NASA, Space Force, FBI, and tech jobs4:05 – Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and Central Alabama rental demand5:51 – Understanding Alabama’s suburban and driving lifestyle10:24 – Kimberly, Alabama and why investors are watching this market13:13 – Investor-owned rentals vs. primary homebuyer communities15:33 – Why Tuscaloosa has consistent rental demand18:13 – Breaking down the 11% builder incentive opportunity19:19 – How investors can use incentives for closing costs and rate buydowns20:15 – Conventional vs. DSCR loan incentive limits22:21 – Why timing matters for investors on the fence24:49 – Final thoughts on Alabama real estate investing📧 Got a question or story to share?Email us at: [email protected]👍 Like this episode? Hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next one!💬 Comment below with your biggest takeaway from this episode!🌐 Explore turnkey investing opportunities: https://www.renttoretirement.com🗓️ Schedule a Free Consultation:https://bit.ly/3QSPEoS📺 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h1lnz1kM75Gj79VV8QtEg🎧 Listen to the Rent To Retirement Podcast on the Go:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/renttoretirement📬 Join Our Newsletter Email List:Submit your info at the top right corner of the page:https://renttoretirement.com📩 Have Questions for the Podcast?Send them to: [email protected]Your question might be answered in a future episode!#RealEstateInvesting #RentToRetirement #AlabamaRealEstate #PassiveIncome #NewConstruction
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