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House Hacking: How I Bought a Duplex and Let My Tenant Help Pay My Mortgage
When people hear “real estate investing,” they usually picture someone with a massive portfolio, a pile of cash, and ten rental properties. That’s not where you have to start. Sometimes, real estate investing looks like buying the home you’re going to live in anyway — and choosing one that can also produce income. That’s exactly what I did. I bought a duplex in University Place, Washington, moved into one side, and rented out the other. Now, instead of carrying the entire cos

Whitney Lumsden
Sep 176 min read
21 Google Reviews, All 5 Stars: What My Clients Are Saying
When I started in real estate, I promised myself I'd treat every client's move like it was my own family's. Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest, most emotional decisions you'll make, and you deserve someone who picks up the phone, explains the fine print, and fights for you. So I'm proud to share that I now have 21 Google reviews, every one of them 5 stars. I didn't want to just tell you that. I wanted you to hear it from the people I've worked with. First-time buy

Whitney Lumsden
Sep 174 min read
Exploring Olympia, WA: Current Housing Trends and Top Neighborhoods
As of January 27, 2025, Olympia, Washington, continues to attract new residents drawn by its vibrant community, natural beauty, and...

Whitney Lumsden
Jan 27, 20252 min read


Home Buying with VA Home Loan Guide
Download our Ultimate Home Buying Guide to get expert tips and insights on navigating the process, from start to finish.

Whitney Lumsden
Oct 1, 20241 min read
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