In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Jessie Lang, founder of Unlocked Rentals and author of “Rentals Made Easy,” to explore her journey from a $92,000 condo to a self-managed 70+ unit portfolio. Jessie shares how she unknowingly began house hacking out of necessity, transitioned into full-time investing, and eventually found her stride using the BRRRR method and private money.

From Craigslist roommates and DIY renovations to managing properties remotely and building a team, Jessie reveals how she scaled her business without skipping the hard work. She discusses the power of meetups, mentorship, and trusting your instincts, especially when the traditional path doesn’t fit. Jessie also talks about her mastermind community, the launch of her new book, and why she still prefers single-family rentals over multifamily deals.

This episode is a must-listen for investors looking to grow with intention, learn how to self-manage successfully, and avoid common pitfalls on the way to financial freedom.

In this episode, you will hear:

• How Jessie Lang went from living with roommates to profiting from rentals before she saw herself as an investor

• Why house hacking and the BRRRR method became her foundation for growth

• The turning point that led her to leave her W-2 and go all in on real estate

• The benefits of single-family rentals, tenant retention, and pet-friendly properties

• How she self-manages remotely, builds systems, and trains her team

• What inspired her to launch a mastermind and write “Rentals Made Easy”

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