.- Triple Net Lease Costs: Rising property taxes, borne by the tenant, add financial strain.- Increased Competition: Discount retailers such as Walmart, Target, Aldi, Dollar Tree, and Family Dollar provide alternatives that attract budget-conscious shoppers.A Closer Look at Worcester’s Retail LandscapeA brief examination of supermarket properties in the area highlights financial and logistical challenges:- 29 Sunderland Road: Built in 1960, this 46,050-square-foot property sold for $4.1 million in 2022.

I work full time at a decent job, but have quickly learned that I needed to make some changes in my families life by securing our financial future. 

The education and support are incredible, as are the resources and the community.

Have you had tenants who seemed qualified on paper but turned out to be financially unreliable?

If you’re just getting started, house hacking is one of the smartest moves you can make to accelerate your financial growth.### Final ThoughtsHouse hacking is a great strategy—but it’s not a shortcut to instant wealth.

We’re currently using it for multi-family properties in a few core markets.While redIQ is a much more sophisticated tool that focuses on properties with over 50 units, our system is perfect for properties up to 50 units, providing an efficient solution for managing lead intake and financial analysis without the complexity of larger systems.Here’s how it works:Lead Intake & Processing: Automatically processes broker emails and key documents (OMs, Rent Rolls, T12s, etc.).Quick Review: Evaluates leads based on key metrics like IRR, price per unit, and more.Detailed Analysis: Extracts data from documents, evaluates financials, and identifies additional income sources.Market Research Integration: Automates checks on flood zones, demographics, school quality, etc.Deal Tracking: Uses Google Sheets to visually organize lead data—while not a full database system, it provides a simple and efficient way to store and track deals without the need for a full-fledged database like MongoDB.Financial Analysis: Built-in underwriting and financial modeling with automated reports.In addition to ZCG, I also own a portfolio of properties.

You should vet the company to ensure they have the resources to pay the rent.You ALWAYS do background checks on the people living in your property because if you let in an axe murderer and they harm someone, you are likely to get sued.Whether or not you charge an application fee is up to you.  

Invest in your future with your actions, your mindset, and your resources."""

This includes networking, learning from experienced investors, and strengthening your financial position.If you’re starting with limited capital, setting up an LLC and building a strong credit profile (700+ FICO) can open up financing opportunities.

I ask you why you want to get into this because most people get into real estate for the wrong reasons, just the financial angle.