‘Squatter hunter’: This California man will rid your home of ‘unwanted guests’ for a fee starting at $5K – here’s how to make big real estate money without his help
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Flash Shelton, 57, has made a career out of his singular talent for “squeezing out squatters.”
The California native, who identifies as an “anti-squatter activist, squatter hunter, squatter remover,” says he just does whatever he has to help people get squatters out of their homes. And sometimes that means using these “unwanted guests’” own strategies against them.
In an interview with KTLA 5, Shelton says many of these offenders aren’t necessarily homeless, but rather career criminals “looking for easy street” — however, now they’ve got him to contend with.
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Shelton’s passion for the cause started back in 2019 when his father died. His mother decided to sell her Northern California home, but while the house was empty and on the market, seven strangers moved in — even bringing in their own furniture.
Local law enforcement told Shelton there was nothing they could do so he decided to take matters into his own hands. And now taking homes back has become his full-time gig, with fees starting at $5,000.
While this is a unique way to earn money, there are some other ways to earn money from real estate without needing Shelton’s services.
Commercial real estate
Commercial real estate is a solid way to enter the market and earn additional income. While this asset class has typically been reserved for the ultra-wealthy, First National Realty Partners, a private equity firm, is changing that.
FNRP’s investment platform allows accredited investors to invest in necessity-based commercial real estate without having to find deals themselves. Because these properties are rooted in essentials, they can withstand periods of economic uncertainty.
To get started, fill in some information about yourself, your income, and your investment goals, and you can start earning extra cash without becoming a squatter hunter.
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Rental properties
Being a landlord is another way to play the real estate game that promises steady cash flow and tax benefits. However, it may be more trouble than it's worth if you’re not keen on managing tenants and fixing leaky faucets.
With platforms like Arrived, you can invest in shares of rental homes and vacation rentals without taking on the responsibilities of property management.
Arrived lets you browse a curated selection of homes, each vetted for their appreciation and income potential. Once you find a property you like, you can choose the number of shares you want to buy and start investing in real estate right away.
REITs
Finally, REITs are a great way to invest in real estate. They offer the chance to diversify your portfolio and earn passive income without having to fork over the cash to pay for a property in full.
DLP Capital gives you easy access to REITs through their crowdfunding platform.
Through a number of their tax-advantaged funds, DLP Capital puts a focus on making an impact on America’s housing crisis by investing in income-producing affordable rental housing in high-demand U.S. regions. So, you’re not only investing in a worthy asset, but also in the community it’s a part of.
To start investing with DLP Capital, all you have to do is answer a few questions about yourself and you can start browsing REIT options, find the right fit for you, and take advantage of these vehicles known for generating steady returns.
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