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Blog Post Deal #2: Long-Distance Investing With Creative Financing
By Cedar Ridge Property Management - Saturday, September 6, 2025

Deal #2: Long-Distance Investing With Creative Financing

Property: 331 East Rodeo Drive, Tucson, AZ 85719Size: 795 sq. ft., located in the Barrio near downtown TucsonPurchase Date: October 22, 2014Financing StructureLoan Type: Personal loan from Navy Federal Credit UnionAmount: $52,000Term: 60 monthsInterest Rate: 11.49%Payoff: Pa...
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Blog Post Deal #2: How a Risky Long-Distance Purchase Turned Into an Infinite Return
By Cedar Ridge Property Management - Friday, September 5, 2025

Deal #2: How a Risky Long-Distance Purchase Turned Into an Infinite Return

In October 2014, I was stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina when I got an email from the gentleman who helped me with my very first real estate deal. He had another property available — a small 795-square-foot house in the barrio near downtown Tucson, Arizona.There was...
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Blog Post Deal #1 Breakdown: How a Messy First Property Became an Infinite Return
By Cedar Ridge Property Management - Thursday, August 28, 2025

Deal #1 Breakdown: How a Messy First Property Became an Infinite Return

This is the first post in my series breaking down my first ten real estate deals. The goal isn’t to show you perfect investments — it’s to show you how real estate builds wealth over time, even when the first deal looks like a mess.Property OverviewLocation: Tuc...
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Blog Post Deal #1 My First Real Estate Deal From Mold, Mistakes, and No Cash Flow to Infinite Return
By Cedar Ridge Property Management - Thursday, August 28, 2025

Deal #1 My First Real Estate Deal From Mold, Mistakes, and No Cash Flow to Infinite Return

Deal #1: My First Real Estate Deal: From Mold, Mistakes, and No Cash Flow to Infinite ReturnIn 2011, I was 21 years old, fresh out of college, and about to report for active duty in the United States Marine Corps. I didn’t have much money, but I had a lot of drive and ...
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Blog Post Why I Chose Real Estate to Build Lasting Wealth (and What I’ve Learned Since 2006)
By Cedar Ridge Property Management - Thursday, August 21, 2025

Why I Chose Real Estate to Build Lasting Wealth (and What I’ve Learned Since 2006)

I’m going to share my wealth-building and real estate investing lessons in a ten-part blog series where I outline what I learned from my first ten deals. This introductory post is about the beginning of my journey. My hope for this sharing is to inspire others to make the s...
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Blog Post Jacksonville vs. Wilmington: Which Coastal Market Is Better for Rentals?
By Cedar Ridge Property Management - Friday, August 8, 2025

Jacksonville vs. Wilmington: Which Coastal Market Is Better for Rentals?

For real estate investors eyeing North Carolina’s coastal markets, Jacksonville and Wilmington stand out as two compelling options. Both cities offer unique advantages, from strong rental demand to affordable entry points, but they cater to different investor goals. This bl...
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Blog Post How to Buy HUD Homes in Q2 2025: A Guide for Investors
By Cedar Ridge Property Management - Friday, July 18, 2025

How to Buy HUD Homes in Q2 2025: A Guide for Investors

HUD homes—properties foreclosed on after defaulting on FHA-insured loans—offer new investors a chance to buy undervalued real estate with high equity potential. In Q2 2025, with only 19 HUD listings in North Carolina, these opportunities are rare but rewarding. This g...
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Blog Post Q2 - 2025 Real Estate Market Insights for April-May-June
By Cedar Ridge Property Management - Thursday, July 10, 2025

Q2 - 2025 Real Estate Market Insights for April-May-June

The real estate market in 2025 offers unique opportunities for investors who understand its dynamics. From timeless investment principles to current trends in mortgage rates, sales, and rentals, here’s how to position yourself for success in today’s shifting landscape...
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Blog Post What It Means to Work With Asset Managers, Not Just Property Managers
By Cedar Ridge Property Management - Friday, June 20, 2025

What It Means to Work With Asset Managers, Not Just Property Managers

💡 80% of Your ROI Comes from Your Asset’s ValueMost landlords in coastal NC focus on monthly cash flow — and it’s important. But over a 10- to 20-year horizon, the real wealth lies in your asset itself. In markets like Wilmington, where rental demand grew 8% ...
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Blog Post The True Cost of DIY Property Management in Coastal NC
By Cedar Ridge Property Management - Thursday, June 5, 2025

The True Cost of DIY Property Management in Coastal NC

Many DIY landlords in North Carolina—especially those managing just one rental—think they’re saving money by handling everything themselves. Whether you're managing a home in Wilmington, Jacksonville, or Swansboro, it seems easy enough: list the property, sc...
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