It’s no surprise that people are looking to capitalize on the real estate market without actually shelling out the cash necessary. After all, with the majority of U.S. markets seeing double-digit appreciation in the last year, buying property is more expensive than ever.

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Houston, Texas.

We can't help but see potential in forgotten old houses like this one. From the unique curb view to the bountiful windows, this property was destined for a quality resident—with a bit of TLC, of course. 

At the foot of the Ozark mountains sits the proud city of Tulsa, Oklahoma. As the second largest city in the state, Tulsa has a storied history as a titan of the energy industry and the cultural and arts hub of Oklahoma.

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

What was eye-catching about this property were the large windows on nearly every side of the house. Inside, however, you could say it was stuck in the past. Overly pink and precious in some places, and primitive and sparse in others, this property was in need of a head-to-toe do-over. 

If you live in the United States, you’re feeling the pains of rising inflation. In December, U.S. inflation hit a rate of 7 percent for 2021 – the highest it’s been in forty years. You’ve likely felt its impact in your day-to-day life, from the gas pumps to the grocery stores.

On this week's rental update, Nate recaps the month of December and recaps 2021's final numbers providing an overall picture of last year's success. He then goes into REI's plans for the new year.

Why does buy-and-hold investing work? 

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

This property was a stunner from the start. A spacious ranch with unique architectural details, we could see the potential clearly, even through some of the outdated features inside. Each room had a remnant of 70's style, with dark beams and cabinets, wood paneling, and teal bathroom tile. Our team was more than up to the challenge of bringing this beauty up to date.  

Most people who invest in anything are after passive investments. Active investors must dedicate considerably more time, energy, and expertise to building their portfolios. Those are things that people don’t often have – and building wealth can’t wait until you have them.

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

You would never know that this monster rental property was down to the very studs when it was purchased by REI Nation. But we saw potential in this DIY-gone-wrong, and with the help of our team of expert renovators and local contractors turned it into fantastic home a fit for a large family.