The Landlord Chick Podcast

3 Things For 2026 Push Start

In this episode, I talk about 3 things to do to give your 2026 a push start. Three easy things to execute on in December before Christmas to give you early traction in 2026. In the last part of the episode, I cover changes that are coming to the podcast, my online courses planned for 2026, and a digital store update!

The 2026 Reset: Stepping Down, Landlord Training, and Unveiling Our Next Chapter

An essential Landlord Chick update! I'm covering my strategic decision to step down from the investor organization and sharing the ugly reality of my most recent, extensive unit rehab. Plus, I'm teasing some huge new brand developments for the start of 2026: The unveiling of our official online store and the launch of additional online classes designed to scale your business and your portfolio. I detail my new professional focus: providing specialized eviction education to landlords and tenants in the county, a service I'm contracted for by Sheriff's Departments in Wisconsin. I also explain why I'm now dedicating significant energy to intentionally controlling my marketing and personal brand narrative—plus, a quick personal note on joining the DAR. The future of The Landlord Chick is here.

Handling the Holy Trinity: The Difficult, the Demanding, and the Angry Tenant

In this episode, your host, "Landlord Chick," offers a masterclass on navigating the most challenging tenant personalities: the difficult, the demanding, and the angry. Instead of just reacting to frustrating situations, you'll learn to decode what your tenants are really saying beneath the surface of their complaints. We'll break down common scenarios and provide a practical, three-step action plan for each one: 1. The Complaint: The surface-level issue (e.g., "The neighbor's dog is driving me crazy!"). 2. The Subtext: The underlying feeling or need (e.g., "I feel my peace and quiet aren't being respected, and I need to know you'll enforce the rules."). 3. The Professional Response: A strategic and empathetic action plan that solves the problem and strengthens your landlord-tenant relationship. This episode is about more than just handling a complaint; it's about mastering professional communication to reduce turnover, protect your property, and build a more profitable and stress-free rental business. Learn how to turn what feels like a headache into a long-term win.

Dealing With Difficult Tenants

In this episode we're covering how to handle those challenging tenants. The chronically delinquent, the constant complainer, and the maintenance problem. Learn how to communicate with any of these tenants in an effective manner that won't escalate any situation you find yourself in.

The Nitty Gritty of Loans

Let's dive into the differences in loans between a fixed interest and an adjustable rate mortgage, plus tackle that heavy topic of what amortization is and how it affects the total you pay.