December 5, 2025
Inheriting Tenants: Instant Cash Flow or Huge Headache? (Rookie Reply)
Real Estate RookieAbout this episode
Forming a real estate investing partnership could help you scale your real estate portfolio faster, but if you’re not careful, you could just as easily find yourself in hot water. Want to make sure you structure your partnership in a way that protects you and your assets ? Then you won’t want to miss this episode! Today’s Rookie Reply features more questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and answers from your trusted hosts, Ashley and Tony. First, we hear from a rookie who may be on the verge of making a major blunder with their first partnership , but not to worry—we’ll steer them in the right direction. Our next question comes from someone who’s about to close on their first rental property but is wary of inheriting tenants . What should they do? Offer cash for keys ? Delay possession of the property? We’ll break down all of their options! Finally, how difficult is it to start and scale an Airbnb business today? Our resident short-term rental expert shares some of the tools, systems, and expectations you’ll need to grow a profitable portfolio— no matter the market ! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here ! In This Episode We Cover What you must know before structuring a real estate investing partnership Debt and equity partnerships explained (and which one you should use) What to do (and not do) when inheriting tenants on a rental property Whether you can still start an Airbnb business (and be profitable) in this market Tips, tools, and tricks for scaling your short-term rental portfolio And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-649 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices