In this episode of The Rent-ish Pod, we welcome John Blatchford, a Cincinnati-based developer renowned for his expertise in historic property revitalization. John unpacks how house hacking can be a game-changing entry point for first-time real estate investors, focusing on smart funding strategies and proven methods for building equity from day one. If you’re eager to break into real estate and want practical tips on financing, renovations, and maximizing your investment, this episode delivers actionable insights and investor wisdom you won’t want to miss. Discover more about John Blatchford’s work at Cohorts and get inspired to kickstart your real estate journey!

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