EPISODE · Aug 6, 2026 · 23 MIN
Can Buying a Condo Save You Thousands on College? | Kathi Jesse Explains
from Parents: Is Your Teen College Ready? · host Shellee Howard
In this episode, you'll learn: Why college housing is often one of the largest out-of-pocket expenses for families How buying a property near your student's college may help build equity instead of paying rent The benefits of FHA "Kitty Condo" loans and low down payment financing options How 1031 exchanges can help families preserve and grow their real estate investments Potential tax advantages of owning student housing Whether a condo or single-family home makes the best investment for college students What to do if your student changes schools—or decides not to attend college How real estate can become part of a long-term family wealth strategy Questions parents should ask before investing in college housing College planning considerations that can help families minimize debt and maximize financial flexibility 🎁 Episode Gift & Contact 🎓 College Planning Support for ParentsWant help organizing next steps and avoiding costly college mistakes? 📘 Workbook Gift:https://go.collegereadyplan.com/podcast-gift-workbook 🤝 Interested in Collaborating with College Ready?Email or call [email protected] (949)235-7350
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How to Use Real Estate to Pay for College and Build Family Wealth What if your student's biggest college expense could become one of your family's greatest financial assets? In this episode, Shellee Howard, Founder and CEO of College Ready, welcomes Kathi Jesse, a real estate broker with more than 30 years of experience, to discuss an often-overlooked strategy for paying for college: using real estate to build equity instead of paying rent. Kathi explains how purchasing a condo or home near a college campus can help families offset housing costs, take advantage of potential tax deductions, and create long-term wealth while supporting their student's education. She also shares insights on FHA "Kitty Condo" loans, 1031 exchanges, and what parents should consider if their student's college plans change. Whether you're just beginning the college planning process or looking for creative ways to reduce the cost of college, this episode offers practical strategies to help you make informed financial decisions.
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