Most people think bad tenants = unpaid rent.
That’s not the real problem.
In this episode, we break down a real situation where a tenant was paying rent… while destroying an entire building—breaking into units, renting them out illegally, and creating a dangerous environment for everyone.
And here’s the worst part…
👉 It was harder to evict them than a tenant who doesn’t pay.
We also answer the big question:
Is real estate investing still worth it in 2026?
00:00 – Tenant Paying Rent While Running Criminal Activity
00:21 – Why This Eviction Took Nearly 2 Years
01:21 – Harder to Evict for Crime Than Nonpayment
02:17 – Chicago Screening Laws Explained
05:24 – Is Real Estate Investing Worth It in 2026?
05:33 – Interest Rates: What’s Actually Normal
07:10 – Why Most Investors Misunderstand Cash Flow
08:27 – The 5 Ways You Make Money in Real Estate
09:05 – Strategy: Pay Off Properties Fast
10:10 – Hidden Costs That Kill Profits
11:13 – Who Should NOT Invest
12:37 – Real Estate Builds Wealth (But Can Break You)
13:52 – Emergency Funds Are Mandatory
15:16 – Can’t Cover 3–6 Months? Don’t Invest
17:18 – Why You Need a Property Manager
18:02 – Chicago vs Indiana: Risk vs Reward
19:15 – Why Chicago Deals Look So Good
22:13 – Biggest Mistake Out-of-State Investors Make
23:09 – Involve Property Managers Before Buying
24:45 – Tax Tip: Security Deposits Explained
27:03 – Real Estate’s Biggest Wealth Hack: Taxes
