Welcome to the Keys to Success Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the lucrative world of Section 8 rentals with Shalece Daniels, a seasoned real estate investor and avid traveler. Shalece shares her journey from starting as an 18-year-old landlord to becoming a full-time investor in Detroit’s Section 8 market. She reveals how she turned challenges like over-leveraging and market crashes into valuable lessons that shaped her successful real estate strategy.

Shalece explains the benefits of Section 8 housing, including guaranteed government-backed income and tips to find reliable tenants. Learn how she screens tenants, nurtures relationships, and maintains properties using a cost-effective approach. Shalece also breaks down her formula for calculating cap rates, showcasing how you can achieve up to a 22% return on investment in undervalued markets like Detroit. She dives into creative ways to finance properties, build community relationships, and address misconceptions about Section 8 tenants.

Shalece even gives a sneak peek into her upcoming book, sharing strategies for passing inspections, retaining tenants, and creating sustainable rental income. Whether you're a new investor or looking to scale, this episode is packed with actionable advice on working smarter, building generational wealth, and achieving time freedom—all while living your dream life.

Key takeaways:

• Why Section 8 rentals are a recession-proof investment.
• How to calculate cap rates and find undervalued markets.
• The power of tenant retention and how small gestures can increase long-term profitability.
• Building relationships with banks, inspectors, and community organizations for success.
• Overcoming limiting beliefs to achieve financial freedom and location independence.

Shalece also opens up about how exposure to new ideas helped her embrace a life of travel and financial independence. Her inspiring journey proves that with the right strategies, you can thrive in real estate and beyond.