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Welcome to the Wednesday edition of the Financial Freedom Newsletter! Are you looking for a powerful strategy to grow your real estate portfolio quickly? There's a method that savvy investors and I have used to acquire multiple properties with a relatively small amount of initial capital. It’s called the BRRRR strategy, and today we’re breaking it down into simple, actionable steps.
What is the BRRRR Method?
BRRRR is an acronym that stands for Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat. It’s a cyclical process that allows you to purchase a property, increase its value, and then pull your initial investment back out to use for your next deal. It's an incredible way to build momentum and scale your investments.
Let's walk through how it works.
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BRRRR in 3 Simple Steps
Step 1: Buy & Rehab
The first part of the process is all about finding the right deal. You're looking for an undervalued property that needs some work—a classic "fixer-upper." The key is to buy it below market value so you have room to add value through renovations. This is often called "forced appreciation."
Once you've purchased the property, the rehabilitation phase begins. This involves making strategic improvements to increase the property’s worth and make it attractive to tenants. The goal is to raise the property's value significantly more than the cost of the renovations. This is where you create equity.
Step 2: Rent & Refinance
After the rehab is complete, it's time to place a reliable tenant in the property. Securing a lease not only starts generating cash flow but is also crucial for the next step. Lenders want to see that the property is producing income before they will consider refinancing. Consistent rental income demonstrates that your investment is stable and profitable.
With a tenant in place, you can approach a lender for a cash-out refinance. The lender will appraise the newly renovated property at its higher market value. Based on this new valuation, you can get a loan for a percentage of the property's worth (typically 70-75%). This new loan pays off your original purchase and rehab costs, and ideally, returns your initial investment capital back to you.
Step 3: Repeat
This is where the magic really happens. With your original capital back in your hands, you are now free to go out and find the next undervalued property. You can repeat the entire process—Buy, Rehab, Rent, and Refinance—over and over again. Each cycle adds another cash-flowing property to your portfolio, helping you build wealth and passive income streams without needing to save up for a new down payment each time.
Your Next Step on the Path to Freedom
The BRRRR method is a fantastic way to accelerate your real estate journey. It takes careful planning and smart execution, but the results can be transformative.
Ready to learn more about how the BRRRR strategy can help you scale your investments?
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