PODCAST EPISODE 338 – Should I Sell My Rental?

ByCory Shepherd

In this episode, Cory asks a powerful question every real estate investor should consider: Should I sell my rental?

It’s easy to assume that if a property is cash-flowing, it’s worth keeping. But when you dig deeper, the numbers often tell a different story. Cory breaks down the difference between Return on Investment (ROI) and Return on Equity (ROE), and why ROE becomes more important as your property appreciates. You’ll learn how mortgage paydown, rising expenses, and hidden opportunity costs affect your real return, and what to do about it. Plus, discover four key questions to ask before deciding to sell, including how tax exemptions, cap rates, and your long-term strategy factor into the equation.

Whether you’re actively managing rentals or simply wondering if your equity could work harder elsewhere, this episode will help you make informed, purpose-driven financial decisions rooted in today’s reality, not yesterday’s assumptions.

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Cory is the author of the books Cape Not Required and Your Business Your Wealth (with Paul Adams) as well as the cohost of More Than Commas, a 300+ episode financial podcast.  He has also written for Authority Magazine and spoken at multiple events and conferences across various industries.  Ever in pursuit of personal growth, Cory has attained the Chartered Financial Consultant® & Certified Financial Planner® designations, requiring thousands of hours of experience and rigorous training.  He believes strongly in education as a core component of his work with clients, and he loves the opportunity to build a new spreadsheet.

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