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Confessions of a Section 8 Landlord

By: Sara Aviles
Narrated by: Melissa Costea
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"Confessions of a Section 8 Landlord" is a candid account of the challenges and rewards of managing low-income housing. This gripping collection of stories exposes the raw reality of self-managing a twelve-unit apartment complex in one of America’s most dangerous cities. With a sense of humor and a touch of horror, the author recounts their experience with tenants who go to great lengths to save on rent, run-ins with the local gang leaders, and multiple squatters who turn the property into their own.

Through these captivating tales, the author exposes many of the challenges of investing in low-income housing while sharing lessons learned from their own mistakes. Although the stories are not for the faith-heart, the author’s account of their experiences will leave listeners feeling both entertained and informed.

The book is a must-listen for anyone looking to invest in low-income housing. While it might not be an easy road, the author’s story proves that the rewards can be immense. “ Confessions of a Section 8 Landlord” offers a thought-provoking perspective on the complexities of managing affordable housing, while providing valuable insights into the world of low-income housing.

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Speaks from experience!

The author of this audiobook is definitely speaking from experience when she reviews all of the scenarios of being a section 8 landlord. It's funny, but also eye opening and makes you feel more aware on what you're signing yourself up for. It's easy to follow, understand, and listen. Lots of great tips throughout.

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A fascinating listen

This audiobook is raw, eye-opening, and oddly entertaining. The stories are wild, and the author's honesty about the highs and lows of managing low-income housing is interesting, and there is plenty to learn from their experiences. The book made me laugh at some of the crazier situations but also cringe at the challenges they faced. If you're curious about what goes on behind the scenes in the world of being a landlord, this audiobook is a fascinating listen.

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A Raw and Honest Look at Low-Income Housing

This is a compelling audiobook that offers an unfiltered glimpse into the realities of managing low-income housing. The author shares gripping stories from their experience self-managing a twelve-unit apartment complex in a challenging environment, blending humour with the stark truths of the job.

Listeners will find themselves entertained and educated as they navigate the ups and downs of dealing with tenants, local gang dynamics, and unexpected challenges like squatters. This audiobook is a must-listen for anyone considering investing in low-income housing, providing valuable insights and lessons learned from real-life experiences. If you're ready to understand the complexities of affordable housing, this engaging account is the perfect guide!

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Good to know

If you are a landlord or wanting to be one, there are so many ways you can go. Section 8 housing is one of them, but just so you know, it's a rough road. This book doesn't hold back. Please listen to this before you commit your time, money, and sanity. You'll be prepared, if you do.

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Informing!

As someone interested in becoming a landlord, this audiobook was a great pick. The candid stories of managing low-income housing, from tenant challenges to unexpected encounters, gave me a raw and realistic perspective on what to expect. It’s a must-listen for anyone considering this path.

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a great learning material

Although it's a mix of many stories on other people, looking at it (or listening to it) from a real estate investor, especially a rental property investor's perpestive, somehow it's a great learning material for me. I just started investing into rental units not long ago. and still in the phase of learning and building my experience. i've talked to quite a few people in the industry. but this book still tells me a lot stories that i haven't heard of. quite fascinating to have found this book. i'd highly recommend it.

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Goood

This book is straight up insane.. tenants using hot showers to heat their apartments , gang drama , and squatters turning units into their own crash pads, It's chaotic but packed with no BS advice on property managers and avoiding hidden repair costs. Even if you’re not into real estate, the stories are wild enough to keep you hooked.

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Enlightening listening to this!

Really engaging from the outset, a fascinating and slightly nervewracking account of a section 8 landlord!

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Both entertaining and educational!

I enjoyed this audiobook and found it both informative and entertaining. The book covers stories from the author's experience managing low-income housing tenants. The author shares valuable learning lessons, e.g., a list of items not to include in the flat when renting out, as they always need fixing, to advise around choosing a great management agent. The stories and accounts are entertaining and fun to listen to, although some of the situations described are extreme and surely stressful when in the middle of it - highly recommended if you are a property investor, have been a property investor, or are considering investing in property.

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This book felt so real.

The stories felt so real, like things you’d never believe could happen until they do. It made me think about all the risks I hadn’t considered before. I felt every emotion—shock, frustration, even a little hope. If you’re thinking about renting to tenants, this is a must.

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