Andrea Lizcano

How to Analyze Deals Like a Real Estate Investor (Not a Dreamer) If you want to succeed in real estate investing, it’s not enough to just dream about owning properties and making big money. You need to analyze deals like a pro—with facts, numbers, and clear criteria. Here’s how to move beyond wishful thinking and […]

Managing Tenants Like a Pro: Lease Tips and Screening Strategies Buying the property is just the beginning—managing tenants well is where long-term success (and sanity) really live. The difference between a smooth, profitable rental and a costly headache often comes down to who you put in the property and how you manage expectations from day

The BRRRR Strategy: How to Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat Real estate investors are always looking for ways to stretch their dollars—and few strategies do that better than BRRRR. If you’re hoping to build a portfolio with less upfront cash and scale faster, the BRRRR method might be your ticket. Let’s break down exactly what

Step-by-Step: What to Expect During Your First Investment Property Purchase Buying your first investment property is a huge milestone—and yes, it can feel overwhelming at first. But with the right roadmap, the process becomes much more manageable (and exciting). Whether you’re buying a rental, a fixer-upper, or a house hack, knowing what to expect can

How to Start Investing in Real Estate with Little or No Money Think you need tens of thousands of dollars to invest in real estate? Think again. While it’s true that money helps, it’s not the only way in. With a little creativity, resourcefulness, and strategy, you can start investing in real estate even if

Fix and Flip vs. Buy and Hold: Which Strategy Is Best for You? When it comes to real estate investing, two strategies dominate the conversation: Fix and Flip and Buy and Hold. Both can be powerful wealth-builders—but they’re vastly different in approach, risk, and reward. So which one is best for you? Let’s break down

How to Choose the Right Market for Your First Rental Property Investing in real estate can be a life-changing move—but only if you choose the right market. Buying the perfect property in the wrong location can lead to headaches, vacancies, and disappointing returns. So before you put your money down, it’s critical to understand what

House Hacking 101: How to Live for Free and Start Building Wealth Imagine living in your home with no rent or mortgage payment—and still building equity. Sounds like a dream, right? Welcome to house hacking, a smart real estate strategy that’s helping first-time investors live for less (or even free) while starting their journey toward

The 5 Most Common Mistakes New Real Estate Investors Make (and How to Avoid Them) Real estate is one of the most powerful wealth-building tools available today—but that doesn’t mean it’s without risks, especially for those just starting out. Many new investors jump in full of excitement, only to stumble into the same avoidable traps.

Estate Power Team: The Must-Haves for Success Behind every successful real estate investor is a power team—a group of trusted professionals who bring expertise, save you time, and help you make smarter decisions. Building your team is just as important as finding the right deals. Here’s the must-have members of your estate power team: 1.