Should You Become a Landlord? Pros, Cons & Costly Surprises

Welcome to Coffee with Real Estate! Join host Susan and producer Kurt as they dive into the realities of owning rental properties. With 15 years of hands-on experience, Susan shares the benefits like positive cash flow, portfolio diversification, and long-term appreciation—while Kurt keeps it real about the pitfalls. From unreliable tenants and surprise repairs to vacancies, rising costs, and grueling turnover make-readies, they break down what new landlords often underestimate. They also chat about time commitment, whether to self-manage or hire help, and even touch on a fun story about JP Morgan Chase’s in-house pub. Informative, honest, and occasionally spicy—perfect for anyone thinking of dipping their toes into landlording. Grab your coffee and get the unfiltered truth! #RentalProperties, #LandlordLife, #RealEstateInvesting, #CashFlow, #PropertyManagement, #RentalIncome, #ProsAndCons, #RealEstateTips, #CoffeeWithRealEstate, #LandlordLessons