Founder of PIE & Property Aura
Nick is the founder of PIE (Property Intelligence Engine) and Property Aura, with 10 years of experience in property investment research and data analysis. He builds tools that help investors make data-driven decisions using AI-powered market analysis.
LinkedInMid-term rentals (30-90 days) earn 15-30% more than long-term rental with less regulation than Airbnb. MTR demand grew 25% YoY. See real income numbers and setup costs.
Cap rate, cash-on-cash return, and the 1% rule are the only 3 numbers that matter. Gross yield, IRR, GRM, ROI, and cash flow per unit are noise. See why with real examples.
House flipping costs average $50-80K in 2026. Materials up 30-40% since 2019. Full line-by-line budget with per-sq-ft costs for every renovation category.
Rental arbitrage promises $2K/mo passive income with no property ownership. Reality: 60% of new arbitrageurs quit within 18 months. Real risks, real math, real profits explained.
Flood, earthquake, vacancy, tenant damage, and mold are excluded from most landlord policies. 40% of landlords are underinsured. See what's missing and what it costs to fix.
RTO mandates shifted STR demand from remote-work cities to business centers. Boise and Austin STR revenue dropped 20-35%. Nashville and Chicago are rising. See the data.
Rental tax deductions save $5K-$15K/yr. Depreciation, Schedule E, cost segregation, and 1031 exchanges explained with real dollar examples.
If rates drop to 5.5%, rental cash flow improves 22% and property values rise 8-12%. If rates stay at 7%, cash flow stays flat. Three scenarios modeled with real numbers.
Five red flags - fresh paint, blocking furniture, hovering sellers, vague disclosures, suspicious listing history - expose concealed defects.
Buyers underestimate renovation costs by 40–60%. Projects exceed budgets by 15–20%. The cheapest house often costs more than a move-in ready home.
Yes, lenders can verify employment after closing. Post-closing QC audits are routine Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac requirements, not trouble.
Sweat equity isn't dead — but it's harder. Renovation costs rose 30-40% since 2019, 78% of Gen Z wants move-in ready, and full remodels recover only 50-65%.