Podcast Episode

Should you raise the rent on a good tenant?

Passively Rich with Rentals | Passive Income & Real Estate Investing for Busy Professionals·Melissa Nash: Turnkey Rental Expert & Wealth Strategis·2 October 2026·14 min

About this episode

Melissa's property manager emailed with good news. The rental comps came back between $1,600 and $1,675, well above the $1,400 her tenant was currently paying. But the email didn't stop there, and what came next changed the entire decision. Watch the Free Training: The Lazy Investor Method You've done the research. So why haven't you bought yet? This free training breaks down the three things keeping almost every first-time investor stuck and how to finally move forward with confidence. Watch here: https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazy-training-sign-up In this episode: Why a rent increase isn't always the right move, even when the comps say you can get itThe real math behind raising rent versus losing a great, low-maintenance tenantWhat the "3% national rental increase" assumption actually means, and why it's not a guarantee You'll walk away with a clearer way to think about rent increases, tenant retention, and why the smartest investing decisions aren't always about squeezing every last dollar out of a property.   Ready to stop researching and start owning rentals that actually run without you? Go watch The Lazy Investor Method masterclass, link above, and see exactly how Melissa builds out-of-state rental portfolios with local teams that handle the details.   See you on the next one. Melissa----------------------Most people don't stall because they can't read a mortgage calculator. They stall because nobody will tell them which market, which team, and which house. If that's you, the next step is simple: In about 40 minutes I walk you through the exact People, Property, and Process system I use to buy out of state without becoming a landlord, including a real property projecting a 17% return that I would not buy and why. Register, and I'll also send you my "Deal or No Deal" Calculator so you can screen a property in about 30 seconds. Watch it on demand; no live call to wait for. Watch the free training here: https://ladyluckinvestments.com/lazy-training-sign-up Know someone who's been thinking about buying a rental for years and still hasn't pulled the trigger? Send them this one.🎙️ Enjoyed this episode? Tap the link below to leave us a quick 5-star review! It takes less than 60 seconds and helps other busy professionals find the show. Leave a 5-Star Review Here------->  https://ratethispodcast.com/passiveNot sure if you're ready to buy your first rental or if something is holding you back? Take the Gut Check: ...