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S3E18- Sean O’Dowd - Is build-to-rent the future of low-risk investments?

Agora Season 3 Episode 18

In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz chats with Sean O'Dowd, Managing Partner at Scholastic Capital, about leveraging technology to transform single-family home investments. Sean shares insights on optimizing maintenance and financial forecasting, making operations more efficient. He highlights the shift towards a build-to-rent model in response to rising interest rates, emphasizing suitability for low-risk investors. Discover strategies for balancing financial forecasting with effective property management, and learn from Sean's industry insights that could reshape your investment strategies.

Chapters:
00:01 - Introduction to Tyler Jordan and Nova House
10:05 - Why avoid real estate deals in the U.S. and Australia?
10:50 - The significance of having a local team in Costa Rica
14:57 - Debunking myths about international real estate investing
15:39 - The "Shameless Plug" segment: Current opportunities with Nova House
17:46 - How to invest using self-directed IRAs
18:16 - Closing remarks and listener engagement

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