Take a peek as Mark Anderson, Director of Renovations, walks us through a 1,361 sqft. new-build in Little Rock, Arkansas. This property, located in a neighborhood that has 10+ REI Nation new-build homes, has all the bells-and-whistles including vinyl plank flooring, granite countertops, and stainless steal appliances.
Chris Clothier

Recent Posts
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Rehab Walkthrough: December 19, 2021
By Chris Clothier on Mon, Dec 20, 2021
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The Real Estate Investor's Year-End Due Diligence Checklist
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Dec 16, 2021
With 2021 coming to a close, it’s time to look forward to 2022. After all, there’s no time to twiddle our thumbs. The best real estate investors are always moving forward and getting the job done. But do you know what needs doing?
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Little Slice of Heaven - Memphis Turnkey Transformation
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Dec 14, 2021
This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Memphis, Tennessee.
The original state of this property may have been idyllic from the outside, but walking inside would have run you right back out the door! Rough flooring and outdated features were anything but welcoming. Now, after a bit of work, this home is resident ready!
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What Happens When a Real Estate Market Slows Down?
By Chris Clothier on Wed, Dec 8, 2021
Every real estate investor is actively or acutely aware of their market conditions, be it in their specific investment markets or in the United States as a whole.
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Rental Update: December 7, 2021
By Chris Clothier on Wed, Dec 8, 2021
On this week's rental update, Nate recaps November's final numbers, and what you can expect for the month of December. He discusses this holiday season's trends and how REI plans to purchase more properties overall.
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Scattered to Serene - San Antonio Turnkey Transformation
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Dec 7, 2021
This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from San Antonio, Texas.
We love the unique features of this 1970's ranch, from the arched brick entryway to the exposed beams in the living area and master bedroom. All of our work in renovating was meant to shine a light on them, as we worked to clear up the unmaintained exterior and brighten up the mussy interior.
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5 Underappreciated Benefits of Passive Real Estate Investing
By Chris Clothier on Wed, Dec 1, 2021
Let’s be honest – passive investing doesn’t sound like the most exciting thing in the world. And truth be told, it’s not supposed to be! The big benefits of passive real estate investment aren’t about the thrills of sealing deals and making fast-paced executive decisions.
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Rehab Walkthrough: November 24, 2021
By Chris Clothier on Wed, Dec 1, 2021
Take a peek as Mark Anderson, Director of Renovations, walks us through a beautiful Arlington, Tennessee property actively being renovated. During the walkthrough, Mark shares why REI renovates the outside of the home first and the importance of job site organization for prospective residents.
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The Purge: Hoarder Edition - St. Louis Turnkey Transformation
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Nov 30, 2021
This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from St. Louis, Missouri.
Don't worry, this horror story has a happy ending! The unassuming exterior of the original condition of this house belied an interior overflowing with left-behind detritus like dolls, old computers, and more. After our team was done, you'd never know it the fright it once was!
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This Will Change Your Mind About Investing in Cheap Real Estate
By Chris Clothier on Wed, Nov 24, 2021
On the surface, buying cheap rental properties seems like a good idea. After all, you can afford several cheap rental properties at once versus one expensive property – and the sooner you can diversify, the better, right?