Traditional Real Estate Isn't Working Anymore...
Summary
The speaker discusses how the traditional long-term rental strategy is becoming increasingly difficult to achieve positive cash flow due to high property prices. As a result, many investors are turning to alternative strategies like mid-term rentals, short-term rentals, co-living, and residential care facilities to increase cash flow, which he terms "modern investors."
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