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Holding Rental Property: It Will Go Wrong (The Honest Truth)

15 Sept 2026 · 0 min

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In this candid monologue, Mendell Gosnell, CPM, warns landlords that problems with rental properties are inevitable. He explains that while many months may run smoothly, sudden issues—such as a broken plumbing line or multiple tenant move‑outs—can arise, bringing unexpected expenses and stress. Gosnell emphasizes the importance of not letting that stress overwhelm you and preparing mentally for the ups and downs of property ownership.

And not allow the stress to overwhelm you when things don't go right. And they go wrong, and they will go wrong. And you'll have some challenging months and some expenses that you didn't expect. Here we go. There was a lot of months that nothing happened. It was just like clockwork, you know, no issues. And then all of a sudden, plumbing line would break, and we'd get 3 move-outs and things like that. But