HoltonWiseTV Highlights (51)

Portland landlords are leaving the city at record pace, and it’s easy to see why. Between eviction moratoriums, strict rent control, high property taxes, and a regulatory environment stacked against landlords, running a rental or property management business in Portland has become nearly impossible. In this video, we break down the chaos hitting Portland rentals and why so many investors are deciding the American Dream is no longer attainable there.

Landlords often get asked why they keep renting to Section 8 tenants if they don’t want to. The answer is simple: in most states, laws prevent discrimination against Section 8, leaving investors with no choice but to comply. In this video, we break down why this system exists, how it impacts rentals, and what every investor needs to know to protect their properties and cashflow.

Sacramento investors — and California investors in general — need to see this: Section 8 rentals can turn into real disasters if you’re not managing them locally. From smoke detector issues to fire hazards and tenant chaos, evictions and problems happen fast, and out-of-state investors without boots on the ground are the ones left cleaning up the mess. This video shows why having a real local team is the only way to protect your properties and your cashflow.

Sacramento investors — and California investors in general — need to stop letting people guilt-trip them over evictions, because when a tenant lives in your property and refuses to pay, that isn’t “hardship,” it’s theft. In this video I break down why evictions aren’t cruel, why accountability matters in landlord-friendly markets, and why out-of-state investors have to treat rentals like a business if they want real cashflow.

Memphis tenants love to act shocked when an eviction happens, but the truth is simple: rent isn’t optional, and a lease isn’t a suggestion. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV as we break down the eviction process, the excuses tenants use when they’re months behind, and why landlords aren’t “the bad guy” for enforcing the contract after multiple late notices, broken promises, and zero accountability.

Memphis investors need to hear this because no amount of “great property management” can save a rental in a bad neighborhood. In this video I break down why tenant quality starts with the area, not the house, and how overpaying for a hood property because someone sold it to you as “stable” will destroy your returns, your exit strategy, and your sanity. If you want to invest in Memphis the right way with a low-risk, solid neighborhood approach, check out my friends at Rent To Retirement and get connected with a real boots-on-the-ground team that actually vets the area before you buy.

Working people are getting crushed while the system hands out benefits with almost zero accountability, and landlords are expected to take all the risk, all the stress, and all the losses like it’s normal. In this video, I’m breaking down the uncomfortable truth about how Section 8 really works, why so many investors get blindsided, and why the only person who consistently gets held responsible in this system is the property owner.

People love to ask landlords if we “feel bad” evicting tenants, and the truth is simple: I don’t evict anyone — they evict themselves. In this video I explain what really causes evictions, why it’s rarely about “hard times,” and how every eviction I’ve ever filed came from tenants making bad choices, dodging responsibility, and stealing from the owner.

People always ask if I feel bad evicting tenants, and my answer is simple: I don’t evict anyone — they evict themselves. In this video I break down the real reasons evictions happen, why “good tenants” don’t get put out, and how almost every eviction I’ve ever filed came down to one thing: tenants stealing from the property owner.

Orange County investors — and California investors everywhere — keep buying out of state thinking they’re printing money, but the second Section 8 chaos starts, the truth shows up: without boots on the ground handling evictions, repairs, and inspections, your cashflow gets eaten alive while you’re stuck in California.

Everyone keeps calling it an “eviction crisis,” but the truth is simple: if you don’t pay, you don’t stay. In this video I’m breaking down why protecting deadbeat tenants is destroying neighborhoods, crushing small landlords, and making housing worse for everyone — and why bringing back real evictions is the only way to restore accountability in the rental market.

For Los Angeles investors — and California investors in general — investing out of state, this is the side of rentals nobody shows: real evictions, tenant chaos, Section 8 drama, and the problems that destroy your “cashflow” if you don’t have boots on the ground. This quick highlight reel shows what the rental business actually looks like in landlord-friendly markets, and why the only investors who win long-term are the ones with a real local team.

Sacramento investors need to understand what every California investor learns the hard way: out-of-state rentals don’t work without a local crew, because Section 8 tenants, city inspectors, and eviction timelines don’t care that you live in California and can’t show up when the property goes sideways.

Long Beach investors — and California investors in general — can succeed out of state with Section 8, but only if boots on the ground can handle compliance, tenant turnover, repairs, and evictions quickly, because the property will not run itself.

San Jose investors — and California investors in general — think out-of-state Section 8 rentals are mailbox money until the first eviction, the first trash-out, or the first house fire, and that’s when they learn the only thing that matters is having boots on the ground with a real team that can handle problems immediately.

Los Angeles investors — and California investors in general — need to hear this: out-of-state rentals in Akron, Ohio aren’t passive income, especially with Section 8. If you think you can buy from LA and manage it like mailbox money, you’re going to get smoked by evictions, trash-outs, house fires, and city inspectors, and the only way you survive is with real boots on the ground.

Memphis investors need to hear this because people are getting straight up scammed on “neighborhood quality.” In this video I break down a tale of two Memphis neighborhoods and show you exactly what a real stable rental area looks like versus what the internet is calling “nice” when it’s actually the ghetto — and why buying in the wrong area destroys your tenant quality, your exit strategy, and your long-term returns. If you want to invest out of state the right way and avoid getting burned, check out my friends at Rent To Retirement and get connected with a legit boots-on-the-ground team.

Orange County investors love the idea of buying cheap rentals out of state, but California investors need to understand that Section 8 cashflow comes with real-world problems like evictions, damage, and inspections, and without boots on the ground you will get crushed by issues you can’t solve from behind a laptop.

San Diego investors — and California investors everywhere — keep thinking Section 8 out-of-state rentals are easy cashflow, but the truth is the money is real and the chaos is real too, and if you don’t have a local team handling the evictions, inspections, repairs, and tenant issues, you’re going to lose your shirt.

Sacramento investors… listen. California investors in general need to hear this: Section 8 rentals aren’t passive income. If you’re buying out of state thinking it’s just mailbox money… you’re gonna get smoked. Because the money is real — but so is the chaos. Evictions. Trash-outs. House fires. Angry tenants. City inspectors. You don’t win in this game by owning rentals… you win by having boots on the ground. A real team. Real contractors. Real property management. People who can show up today, not “next week.” If you want cashflow, fine… but don’t pretend it’s passive.

Los Angeles investors love talking about “cashflow” — but out-of-state rentals are where the real money is made… and where the real problems show up too. On this quick clip, you’ll see our eviction crew going into a rental house on eviction day, dealing with the chaos firsthand, and showing what the rental business actually looks like when you’re buying in cheaper markets for bigger returns. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV for more real-world out-of-state investing content.

Sacramento investors — and California investors in general — love talking about “passive income” until it’s time to deal with real evictions, tenant chaos, Section 8 drama, and even house fires. On HoltonWiseTV, you’ll see what the rental business actually looks like on the ground, and why the investors who can handle the chaos are the ones who get paid. Subscribe for more real-world rental investing content.

Los Angeles investors love talking about “passive income” — until it’s time to deal with real evictions, tenant chaos, and the side of Section 8 rentals that nobody posts about on social media. On HoltonWiseTV, you’ll see what the rental business actually looks like on the ground, and why the investors who can handle it end up getting paid. Subscribe for more real-world rental investing content.

San Francisco investors love talking about “passive income” — until it’s time to deal with real evictions, tenant chaos, and the ugly side of rentals that nobody posts on Instagram. On HoltonWiseTV, you’ll see what the rental business actually looks like on the ground, and why the investors who can handle it end up getting paid. Subscribe for more real-world rental investing content.

Chicago rentals aren’t passive income — they’re a full-contact sport. You’ll see our team handling real evictions, tenant chaos, and the side of Section 8 investing that most people never show… and why the investors who can stomach it end up getting paid. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV for more real-world rental investing content.

Flipping houses isn’t actually hard — the hardest part is buying the property cheap enough to leave room for real profit. Contractors, budgets, comps, and ARV all matter, but none of it matters if you can’t consistently find discounted deals. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV as we break down why acquisition is the real bottleneck for flippers and what investors need to focus on if they want to scale.

Most investors make the mistake of chasing big apartment buildings—and it’s costing them thousands in interest. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV as we break down why 3–4 unit properties give you the BEST financing, 30-year fixed rates, and way more profit potential. If you want to maximize cash flow and avoid the commercial loan trap, this is a must-watch.

Section 8 tenants can create some of the wildest headaches for landlords, and smoke detectors are often at the center of the chaos. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV as we show why keeping your smoke detector batteries fresh is one of the simplest ways to prevent fires, protect your property, and avoid disaster when tenants use the batteries for their Xbox controllers. If you own Section 8 rentals, this little habit could save you thousands.

People love to act like Section 8 is “guaranteed rent” and tenants are automatically grateful, but that’s not how it works in the real world. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV as we break down why some Section 8 tenants don’t respect the property, how landlords get stuck holding the bag when the house gets destroyed, and what investors need to understand before buying these rentals so they don’t get wiped out on repairs.

A lot of people love commenting that if Section 8 tenants destroy your rental, the government will just reimburse the landlord for everything, but that is completely false. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV as we break down what actually happens when a Section 8 tenant trashes a property, why most landlords never see a dime for damages, and what you should really be doing to protect yourself if you’re investing in these rentals.

Squatters are a nightmare for most landlords, but for smart investors they can be a hidden opportunity. Real estate investors can get paid to solve other people’s problems. Properties with squatters often sell at a discount., Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV to learn how turning chaos into control can lead to serious profit when you know what you’re doing.

Non-locking door handles are one of the cheapest ways to cut turnover costs and stop wasting money every time a tenant moves out. In this video I’ll show you why we install them on rentals, how it saves you time and thousands long-term, and the simple system that lets you only swap the deadbolt instead of replacing the whole lockset every turnover.

Section 8 tenants left my property in complete chaos — piles of trash, filth, and things you wouldn’t believe. In this video, I show the aftermath, how we handle disasters like this, and what investors need to know before renting to Section 8 tenants.

The housing market is at a critical turning point, and the BRRRR strategy has never made more sense. Interest rates are starting to drop, and savvy investors are positioning themselves to profit before the next big surge. In this video, I break down why now is the perfect time to act, what to watch in the market, and how the BRRRR method can maximize your returns in the coming months. Don’t miss these insider insights.

Investors are cashing in on Ohio Section 8 properties using seller financing, and this duplex is a perfect example. Only $59,000, $5,900 down, and $1,600 a month in rent. I break down how these deals work and how you can get access to opportunities like this. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV for more real-world investing tips and high-profit property strategies.

If they’re late on rent one time, it’s already over. In this video I break down why “working with them” is usually a mistake, why excuses don’t matter, and why landlords need to move fast the second rent isn’t paid. If they don’t have $800 today, they’re not magically coming up with $1,600 next month — and evictions take time, so waiting only costs you more. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV for more real-world landlord and investing truth.

Cleveland’s Lead Law is being used to crush regular landlords — but when a city councilman breaks the SAME law, nothing happens. Councilman Kevin Bishop helped pass Cleveland’s Landlord Lead Certification rules, yet 4 of his rental properties weren’t certified for years… and nobody prosecuted him. Council President Blaine Griffin brushed it off like it “slipped through the cracks” for 7 years. So what is this system really about: protecting families… or protecting insiders?

The last landlord had this Cleveland rental priced way under market — and that mistake is exactly why we bought it. They’re paying $1,300 while market rent is closer to $1,750, and with a tenant-occupied property in a solid area like Garfield, the competition is lower and the upside is huge. In this video, I break down how investors capitalize on situations like this and turn “bad management” into real profit.

A lot of investors are obsessed with cash flow — and that mindset can seriously limit your long-term wealth. In this video, I break down why Albuquerque is a market you need to understand before you buy, and how the smartest investors balance monthly income with the bigger buy-and-hold play that builds real net worth over time. If you’re trying to decide between being a “cash flow cowboy” or a true wealth builder, this is for you. And if you want help finding the right kind of long-term rentals, check out my friends at Rent To Retirement — they specialize in newly built turnkey properties built for buy-and-hold investors.

Walk through this hoarder house disaster with us and see the kind of mess we deal with every single day on HoltonWiseTV. Most people have no idea what real rental property problems look like until they’re standing in it. Subscribe if you want to see what we did with this house and how we turn chaos into cash-flow.

Most investors look at the numbers — price, rent, cash flow. But in Newark C-class neighborhoods, the real risk isn’t on the spreadsheet. It’s tenant conflict, frequent turnover, and constant management headaches. In this video, we break down why duplexes in certain Newark areas can quietly destroy your returns — and what smart investors should look for instead.

This eviction was pure chaos. The crew walked into one of the nastiest houses we’ve ever seen — filth, damage, and a cleanup job from hell. Watch what real landlords deal with behind the scenes. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV for more real-world eviction and investing content.

When the guy loaning you money get's his money cheaper, what do you think that means for you?

This “creative financing” isn’t creative — it’s just mortgage fraud with better marketing. Sub2 gets dressed up to sound legit, then someone charges you thousands to “teach” it. But when you strip away the fluff, this stuff lives in a shady gray area that can blow up in your face fast. Subscribe to HoltonWiseTV for no-BS real estate investing.

Most people see a squatter house like this and instantly think it’s a hard pass — too dirty, too risky, too much work. But real investors see something totally different: a massive profit opportunity. I’ve personally made millions of dollars flipping houses exactly like this. Properties that scare everyone else are often where the biggest money is made. Follow HoltonWiseTV if you want to learn how to spot these deals and turn chaos into cash.

Lights on, Tyler wants money, Joey’s in from Tampa… and I’m showing what out-of-state investing in Cleveland rental properties really looks like. Hit subscribe so you don’t miss these opportunities!

Two-prong outlets in an old Newark house? That’s a $2,000+ red flag. Smart investors always check — here’s what to look for.

Everyone assumes Section 8 tenants are a headache — but Newark landlords know the real truth. In some of the city’s toughest neighborhoods, these tenants actually pay more reliably than “regular” renters. If you’re investing in Newark, understanding who truly keeps the rent coming is everything. Watch this to see the unfiltered truth about Section 8 in the Garden State, and subscribe for more real talk on real estate investing in New Jersey.

You know how TV makes real estate look? Fresh cookies, perfect staging, and happy first-time buyers. Yeah… not this house. In this clip, we walk into a property where the stove is literally half white and half yellow — and you already know what that means. This is what real investing actually looks like behind the scenes, not the HGTV fantasy. Subscribe for more unfiltered real estate reality.