Brad Hovis strips rental property analysis down to what matters: real cash, real numbers, and real-world thinking. Discover how most investors blow it on vacancy and maintenance. This episode helps you break through the noise and buy with confidence.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• A harsh truth about Section 8 rentals most investors don't consider
• Real cost of vacancy (especially with a mortgage)
• The myth of the 30% rule and why it's costing investors real money
• Why "perfect" math keeps you broke
• Reasons why obsessing over decimal points could sabotage your future

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• Hovis Capital

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Think multifamily is the fast track to wealth? Think again. Brad Hovis reveals why single-family homes often outperform, with fewer headaches, lower vacancy risk, and more exit options. If you're just starting out, this episode gives you the clearest path forward.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Why single-family tenants stay longer and why that’s a hidden superpower
• An Excel trick that makes you buy a terrible multifamily deal and how to spot it
• The reason vacant houses still hold value and vacant apartments don’t
• How lease-to-own tenants can make your rentals bulletproof
• Overlooked cause why most new investors fail and how to avoid it

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• Apartments vs Houses (Part 1)
• Apartments vs Houses (Part 2)
• Apartments vs Houses (Conclusion)

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From walk-off grand slams to walk-in rentals. David Bote reveals how he turned MLB paychecks into lasting wealth. He shares the behind-the-scenes playbook, including hoarder house flips, debt-free investing, and helping renters become homeowners. Tune in now to learn how he built real cash flow after baseball, and how you can too.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• How a trashed “hoarder house” turned into a high-quality rental
• Why David refuses to use debt even when others say it’s smarter
• What most pro athletes get wrong about “passive” income
• The behind-the-scenes pressures that shape big league decisions
• A contract clause that let David walk away from baseball on his own terms

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• Hovis Capital
• MLB.com
• Minor League Baseball | MLB.com

ABOUT DAVID BOTE

David Bote is a former MLB infielder known for his clutch performances with the Chicago Cubs, including a legendary walk-off grand slam in 2018. Drafted in the 18th round in 2012, he rose through the minors by playing nearly every position and made his MLB debut in 2018. Bote retired in early 2025 after a stint with the Dodgers. Off the field, he's a devoted husband, father of three, and strong in his Christian faith, attributes he credits for shaping both his life and career.

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• Instagram: @david_bote13

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