The Hidden Math That’s Quietly Draining STR Profits | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 08

Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast

Most hosts don’t realize they’re sitting on dead equity.

In this episode, Mike reveals how he sold a 4-unit for $530K and turned one cash-flowing asset into two.

Increasing his annual income by $20K and doubling his return on equity to 42%.

You’ll learn how to:

• Know when it’s smarter to sell or refinance

• Use a simple formula to spot dead money in your portfolio

• Turn today’s high interest rates into tomorrow’s buying advantage

• Upgrade your investor pitch if you’re a property manager or cohost

This is not theory.

This is how smart investors build wealth when others freeze.

Don’t let rising rates or inflated prices scare you.

Use math, not emotion.

03:15 - Interest Rates & Market Dynamics: What’s Really Driving Real Estate Trends

06:38 - Capitalizing on a Potential Market Rebound

08:56 - The Power of Strategic Home Design and Amenities

12:10 - Creative Investing: How to Make High-Priced Homes Pencil Out

15:42 - Personal Property Case Study: Real Numbers, Real Lessons

19:05 - Debt-to-Income Mastery: Unlock Your True Buying Power

24:00 - Cash-Out Refinance: A Wealth-Building Strategy Explained

28:17 - The True Cost of Holding Equity with Low Returns

31:30 - Sell vs. Refinance: Which Path Builds More Wealth?

36:05 - 1031 Exchanges & Strategic Redeployment of Equity

38:40 - Enhancing Returns with Furnishing, Tech & Experience Design

41:25 - Real Estate as an Experiential Platform: Be First in Your Market

44:00 - Simple Math vs. Complex Emotions: Making Rational Investment Decisions

46:45 - Coaching Investors: Ask the Right Questions to Guide Strategy

49:00 - Build Your 5-Year Vision: Align Your Real Estate with Life Goals

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