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Turnkey Real Estate Investing

Chris Clothier

Entrepreneur, writer, speaker, ultra-endurance athlete, husband & father of five beautiful children. Chris puts these natural talents on display every day. As a partner at REI Nation, Chris addresses small and large audiences of real estate investors and business professionals nationwide several times each year. Chris is also an active writer, weekly publishing real estate, leadership, and endurance training articles.

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TBD - Dallas-Ft. Worth Turnkey Transformation

By Chris Clothier on Tue, Apr 5, 2022

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Dallas-Ft. Worth, Texas.

Under the jungle of overgrown bushes and weeds, and behind the 80's wallpaper and paneling, lay a fantastic investment property. The key to bringing out the potential in this single-family rental was to highlight its noteworthy features: generous outdoor spaces and storage, and unique two-floor living spaces within.

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The Top 5 States for Buying Investment Properties (2022)

By Chris Clothier on Wed, Mar 30, 2022

With so many investment markets to choose from, figuring where to buy rental properties can be a daunting prospect. While investors can find opportunities just about anywhere, your choice of market can make or break your wealth-building efforts.

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Envy of the Neighborhood - Memphis Turnkey Transformation

By Chris Clothier on Tue, Mar 29, 2022

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Memphis, Tennessee.  

This large, eye-catching property had many things going for it. One thing it didn't? An old biohazard of a pool! Inside, loud colors and worn-down flooring pulled focus from some amazing architectural features. However, we knew that with a little TLC this property could be the talk of the town. 

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6 MORE Business, Money & Investing Podcasts to Listen to Right Now

By Chris Clothier on Wed, Mar 23, 2022

During times such as these, we may feel more “stuck” than ever. Whether you’re weathering financial hardship, uncertainty, or waiting to make money moves until your confidence in the market returns, you still have opportunities to invest in and enrich your life. For real estate investors at every skill level, a continuing education is crucial. 

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A Perfect Time Capsule - St. Louis Turnkey Transformation

By Chris Clothier on Tue, Mar 22, 2022

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from St. Louis, Missouri

Mid-century sentiment was written all over this property, with large windows and pastel colors around every corner. Outside, a shaky addition obstructed the view of a gorgeous backyard, and the dark, cluttered basement was more of an obstacle course than a space-saver. No worries! Our team made quick work of this renovation, and now it's a contemporary, comfortable home for its residents. 

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Rental Update: March 15, 2022

By Chris Clothier on Wed, Mar 16, 2022

On this week's rental update, Nate recaps the month of February – a great month for REI Nation with record highs and lows. Last month saw 167 new leases signed with lease renewals reaching 320 and move outs at a record low of only 81 total. Nate predicts that these trends will only continue in the month of March.

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3 Ways to Prep for the Busy Spring Real Estate Market

By Chris Clothier on Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Do you have your finger on the pulse of the real estate market? Predictions may be tough to make, but preparations are not. Here’s what you need to know going into the Spring real estate market!

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Cute as a Button, Neat as a Pin - Birmingham Turnkey Transformation

By Chris Clothier on Tue, Mar 15, 2022

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Birmingham, Alabama.

This may look like a straightforward three bed, two bath home, but the designers of this Birmingham property made the most of every nook and cranny of its 1,162 square feet! That's why we knew we had to bring our A-game to this renovation, and make this property feel as spacious and homey as it was originally intended.

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In a Market Like This One, Should I Wait to Invest in Real Estate?

By Chris Clothier on Wed, Mar 9, 2022

When people ask when they should invest, our answer has always been “as soon as possible.” The current state of the real estate market – record-high prices, an inflated economy, supply chain issues – may have you questioning whether now is still a good time to invest.

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Cool in the Texas Sun - San Antonio Transformation

By Chris Clothier on Tue, Mar 8, 2022

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from San Antonio, Texas

With a smaller property, every square inch counts! That's why we liked the layout of this Texas ranch-style house, with lots of open living spaces and multi-level yard space as well. However, we couldn't help but notice some critical updates needed to make this a safe and comfortable home for a future resident!

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