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Passively Rich with Rentals

Passively Rich with Rentals

By: Melissa Nash Real Estate Investor & Coach
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Tired of "hustle culture" real estate advice? This show is where busy professionals learn to build serious wealth without sacrificing their lives or creating a second job.


Host Melissa Nash built a $5M+ rental portfolio while working full-time and raising four kids using her signature "Lazy Investor Method." She's helped over 2,000 students purchase $500M+ in real estate assets, with many replacing their W-2 income entirely.


If you're a 9-to-5er who wants rental income without becoming a landlord, this is your show. Each episode breaks down lazy wealth strategies, passive income tactics, and recession-proof investing, all designed to help you build financial freedom without creating another job.


Ready to invest the lazy way? Your future self will thank you.

Learn more at www.hellomelissanash.com.

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Episodes
  • The 1% Rule Is Dead — Here's What I Look For Instead
    Apr 28 2026

    Most investors don’t have a money problem. They have a confusion problem.

    APPLY TO WORK WITH ME: Book a free strategy call and we’ll map it out together:
    👉 https://www.passivelyrichwithrentals.com/scheduling

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    In this episode, we're talking about why the 1% rule is dead — and what to look for in a rental property instead.

    Most people use the 1% rule as their go-to filter for evaluating deals. If a property doesn't hit it, they pass. The problem? That one outdated metric is quietly keeping good investors on the sidelines while great deals go to someone else.

    That's where they get stuck.

    In this episode, I break down why the 1% rule made sense historically but no longer holds up in today's market, what's actually happening in Midwest markets like Indianapolis, and the mental model I use to evaluate deals in 2026 — so you can stop chasing a ratio and start building real wealth.

    We'll go through why appreciation has broken the 1% rule in quality markets, what you're actually buying when you chase it into C-class neighborhoods, and what cash-on-cash return really looks like on a current deal — without managing tenants or fielding maintenance calls yourself.

    If you've been passing on properties because they don't hit 1%, this episode will completely change how you evaluate deals.

    What you'll learn:

    • What the 1% rule is and why it worked historically
    • Why Midwest appreciation has made it nearly impossible to hit in B-class neighborhoods
    • The hidden risks of chasing 1% into C-class areas
    • The portfolio pyramid mental model for building long-term wealth
    • What I actually look at instead — and the real numbers on a current Indianapolis deal

    Go to https://www.passivelyrichwithrentals.com/scheduling and book a strategy call with me- It is 30 minutes, it's free, and together we will figure out whether the academy is the right next step for you or whether you are already ready to jump into the deal bank. And start looking at live deals.

    If you want to skip the trial-and-error phase — the months of watching YouTube videos, bouncing around forums, second-guessing yourself, not knowing who to trust — book a free strategy call with me. Link is in the description. It's 30 minutes, it's free, and we'll figure out together whether the Academy is the right next step for you, or whether you're already ready to skip straight to the Deal Bank and start looking at live deals. Either way, you'll leave knowing exactly where you stand and what your next move is.

    I work with a limited number of clients at a time specifically because I want every person I work with to have direct access to me, the best off-market inventory, and a fully vetted system that's already built. If that's you, don't wait on it.

    APPLY TO WORK WITH ME: Book a free strategy call and we’ll map it out together:
    👉 https://www.passivelyrichwithrentals.com/scheduling

    2. Most investors don't have a money problem.
    They have a confusion problem.

    FREE Download: https://ladyluckinvestments.com/turnkeycheat

    MORE RESOURCES:

    • Protect your rentals the right way and form your LLC fast: {CLICK HERE}
    • Create extra cash strategically so you can invest faster: ...
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    19 mins
  • Is Turnkey Real Estate Still Passive in 2026? (The Truth)
    Apr 21 2026

    Most investors don’t have a money problem. They have a confusion problem.

    APPLY TO WORK WITH ME: Book a free strategy call and we’ll map it out together:
    👉 https://www.passivelyrichwithrentals.com/scheduling

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    In this episode, we're talking about a real-life St. Louis deal that is generating $578 a month in passive income starting on day one.

    Most people think you need to be a "boots on the ground" landlord to see a 25% cash-on-cash return. That’s where they get stuck.

    In this episode, I break down exactly how one of my clients bought a fully renovated property in a top-tier Midwest market without ever flying to Missouri. We'll go through the purchase price vs. value, the negotiation secrets for free property management, and why Boeing’s massive 2026 HQ relocation makes this market a long-term goldmine.

    If you've been sitting on the sidelines watching inflation eat your savings, this episode will show you the exact math you need to get back in the game.

    What you'll learn:

    • The real numbers: A $120k purchase price breakdown.
    • Why St. Louis rental demand is sitting at 55% with record-low vacancy.
    • How to negotiate one year of free property management.
    • The "Reserves" Rule: Why you need a 3-6 month cushion (and what to do when things go wrong).
    • Is turnkey still passive in 2026? (The honest answer).

    Go to https://www.passivelyrichwithrentals.com/scheduling and book a strategy call with me- It is 30 minutes, it's free, and together we will figure out whether the academy is the right next step for you or whether you are already ready to jump into the deal bank. And start looking at live deals.

    If you want to skip the trial-and-error phase — the months of watching YouTube videos, bouncing around forums, second-guessing yourself, not knowing who to trust — book a free strategy call with me. Link is in the description. It's 30 minutes, it's free, and we'll figure out together whether the Academy is the right next step for you, or whether you're already ready to skip straight to the Deal Bank and start looking at live deals. Either way, you'll leave knowing exactly where you stand and what your next move is.

    I work with a limited number of clients at a time specifically because I want every person I work with to have direct access to me, the best off-market inventory, and a fully vetted system that's already built. If that's you, don't wait on it.

    APPLY TO WORK WITH ME: Book a free strategy call and we’ll map it out together:
    👉 https://www.passivelyrichwithrentals.com/scheduling

    2. Most investors don't have a money problem.
    They have a confusion problem.

    FREE Download: https://ladyluckinvestments.com/turnkeycheat

    MORE RESOURCES:

    • Protect your rentals the right way and form your LLC fast: {CLICK HERE}
    • Create extra cash strategically so you can invest faster: ...
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    16 mins
  • How to Fund 5 Rentals in 1 Year: The $35k/mo "Income Snowball”
    Apr 14 2026

    Want to see what the Income Snowball could do for your numbers?

    Book a free strategy call with Adam here:
    https://tardus.com/?refAccId=003TN00000U91oRYAR

    APPLY TO WORK WITH ME: Book a free strategy call and we’ll map it out together:
    👉 https://www.passivelyrichwithrentals.com/scheduling

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    In this episode, we’re diving into real client results and what’s actually possible when you combine strategic cash flow with a system that compounds over time.

    Most people think they need a large starting portfolio or a lot of extra money to build meaningful passive income.

    That’s where they get stuck.

    In this episode, Adam shares real client numbers, real timelines, and how investors are building serious income streams while still growing their real estate portfolios.

    You’ll hear what’s happening behind the scenes, what actually drives these results, and how this works in real life without needing perfect conditions or massive starting capital.

    If you’ve been wondering whether this strategy actually works or how it could apply to you, this will give you clarity backed by real data.

    What you’ll learn:

    • How one client built $747 per month in passive income in just four months
    • How another client is on track for $35,000 per month within five years
    • Why starting with as little as $1,000 per month can still create momentum
    • How the Income Snowball actually works behind the scenes
    • What the most successful clients are doing differently

    If you want to see how this actually works step by step, the training linked above will walk you through it using real examples so you can understand exactly how to apply it.

    Haven’t heard Part 1 yet? Listen here on Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passively-rich-with-rentals/id1766588555?i=1000727051493

    Go to https://www.passivelyrichwithrentals.com/scheduling and book a strategy call with me- It is 30 minutes, it's free, and together we will figure out whether the academy is the right next step for you or whether you are already ready to jump into the deal bank. And start looking at live deals.

    If you want to skip the trial-and-error phase — the months of watching YouTube videos, bouncing around forums, second-guessing yourself, not knowing who to trust — book a free strategy call with me. Link is in the description. It's 30 minutes, it's free, and we'll figure out together whether the Academy is the right next step for you, or whether you're already ready to skip straight to the Deal Bank and start looking at live deals. Either way, you'll leave knowing exactly where you stand and what your next move is.

    I work with a limited number of clients at a time specifically because I want every person I work with to have direct access to me, the best off-market inventory, and a fully vetted system that's already built. If that's you, don't wait on it.

    APPLY TO WORK WITH ME: Book a free strategy call and we’ll map it out together:
    👉 https://www.passivelyrichwithrentals.com/scheduling

    2. Most investors don't have a money problem.
    They have a confusion problem.

    FREE Download: https://ladyluckinvestments.com/turnkeycheat

    MORE RESOURCES:

    • Protect your rentals the right way and form your LLC fast: {CLICK HERE}
    • Create extra cash strategically so you can invest faster: ...
    Show more Show less
    42 mins
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