In the turnkey real estate industry, anyone can claim to offer "full-service" investing. The
term gets thrown around so frequently that it's lost much of its meaning. But when
you're entrusting someone with your financial future and potentially hundreds of
thousands of dollars, you need more than marketing buzzwords.
Chris Clothier

Recent Posts
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Customer Service Standards: What Sets Premium Turnkey Real Estate Companies Apart
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Oct 9, 2025
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Transformation Tuesday: From Run-Down to Rent-Ready
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Oct 7, 2025
This beautifully renovated Memphis home is a perfect example of what it means to invest with confidence. Located in a quiet, established neighborhood, 1791 Homedale Avenue offers a spacious layout with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and over 1,600 square feet of living space — making it ideal for long-term residents.
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The Foundation for Turnkey Investing Success: Exceptional Customer Service
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Oct 2, 2025
Excellent customer service is not a “nice to have” in turnkey investing—it’s the foundation. Totally non-negotiable. Your turnkey provider or property management team can excel in virtually every other area, but if they stink at customer service, you’re in for a rough ride!
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Transformation Tuesday: Inside a Fully Renovated Memphis Investment Property
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Sep 30, 2025
Welcome to 4580 Hickory Branch Drive, Memphis, TN 38141 — a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home built in 1981 with 1,374 square feet of living space. This single-family property has just completed a full renovation, making it a ready-to-rent investment that blends comfort, quality, and long-term durability.
This home offers immediate income potential while positioning investors for steady growth in one of the Southeast’s most sustainable real estate markets.
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Emergency Maintenance Response: What Investors Should Expect from Property Managers
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Picture this: you're coming home from vacation. After throwing elbows at the airport, suffering through layovers, and paying $40 for a disappointing burger and fries, you're finally home. You unlock the door and step in, luggage in tow.
And you immediately know something is very wrong. A quick look at the thermostat shows that it's 92 degrees Fahrenheit when it should be 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Obviously, you can't sleep like this. You're spending your first night home in a hotel.
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Transformation Tuesday: A Fresh Start for a Memphis Investment Property
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Sep 23, 2025
Located in the heart of Memphis, 6777 Castlegate Cove is a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offering 1,562 square feet of comfortable living space. Originally built in 1986, this property has been thoughtfully updated to meet the needs of residents while remaining a strong investment for turnkey investors. This home combines convenience, comfort, and investment potential in a growing Memphis neighborhood.
Whether you’re expanding your portfolio or looking for your first turnkey investment, this property is a prime opportunity.
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The Real Estate Investor’s Financial Readiness Scorecard
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Sep 18, 2025
We meet with passive real estate investors of all varieties at REI Nation—from fledgling investors just starting to seasoned pros with sizable portfolios. We’ve been in this business for well over twenty years now. We’ve seen the ups and downs of the market and dealt with every investor anxiety imaginable. And, ultimately, helped thousands of turnkey investors build lasting wealth.
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Transformation Tuesday: Why Memphis Turnkey Properties Deliver Consistent Results
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Sep 16, 2025
Every week we highlight a home that’s been transformed from outdated to opportunity, showing exactly how our turnkey process creates reliable investments for our clients. This week, we’re featuring a 3-bedroom, 2-bath property located at 4474 Bonnie Brae Drive in Millington, TN. Built in 1984 with 1,241 square feet, this home has now been fully renovated to meet our standards and is ready to begin its next chapter as a consistent and dependable turnkey property. With a projected first-year rent of $1,450 and no HOA, this property is positioned to deliver long-term stability in one of the strongest rental markets in the nation.
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The Real Estate Investor's Quick Guide to 1031 Exchange Rules
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Sep 11, 2025
Real estate investors have a wealth of tax strategies at their disposal. This is one of the primary motivators for investors to choose real estate as their primary asset! We’re here to give you the rundown on one of the most powerful tax-deferral tools at your disposal: The 1031 Exchange.
Summary: A 1031 Exchange defers capital gains taxes through the sale of one investment property and the purchase of another "like-kind" property.
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Transformation Tuesday: From Fixer-Upper to Prime Rental in Houston
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Sep 9, 2025
This week’s transformation takes us to 9003 Chateau Forest Drive in Houston, TX 77088. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with 1,342 sq. ft. and a 2-car garage was originally built in 1970. When our team first saw it, the property looked tired, dirty, and rundown—far from the kind of home we want to provide to investors. But with the right rehab plan, a lot of hard work, and careful attention to detail, it’s now a modern, welcoming home that is ready to generate reliable income at $1,795/month in rent.