Ep. #56 | How to Start Investing in Real Estate (Step-by-Step)

Описание: Published Oct. 7, 2025

In this solo episode of The Long Game, Ryan Richards breaks down exactly what he would do if he were starting his real estate investing journey today. Whether you’ve been saving for your first multifamily property or just starting to explore real estate as a wealth-building tool, this episode walks through a clear, actionable plan to get started.

Ryan explains how to leverage low down payment options, live in your investment to gain hands-on experience, and use strategic renovations to build equity that funds your next property. He also shares how he and many of his clients have used this approach to grow from one home to a full portfolio — all by starting small and repeating the process.

What you’ll learn:

-Why “house hacking” is one of the smartest ways to start investing
-How to buy a multifamily property with as little as 3.5%–5% down
-What types of renovations actually increase property value
-How to build an equity snowball and use it to fund future deals
-Why cosmetic improvements can outperform major structural repairs

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to start investing in real estate, this episode proves you don’t need a huge amount of cash — just the right strategy and mindset.

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HOST
Ryan Richards | Branch Manager, Northpoint Mortgage | NMLS 1987735
[email protected] | www.financewithteamrichards.com
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