Written by David Dodge  

The statistics are brutal, yet rarely discussed openly in the industry.

According to the National Association of Realtors, approximately 87% of new real estate agents quit within their first five years. Some studies place the failure rate even higher—closer to 90%. Most do...

Written by David Dodge  

The calendar is about to flip to 2026, and the question on every new investor’s mind is simple: Is this the year to finally get in, or the year to sit on the sidelines?

The answer, like most things in real estate, is “it depends.” It depends on where you buy, how you buy, ...

Written by David Dodge  

Real estate investing looks deceptively simple from the outside. Buy a property below market value, rent it out or flip it, and watch the money roll in. Yet every single day I talk to new investors who have been “getting ready” for 6 months, 12 months, even 2 years… and sti...

Written by David Dodge  

How I Buy Rental Properties With Zero Cash — And How You Can Too

I’m David Dodge. I’ve been immersed in the St. Louis real‑estate scene for nineteen years, wholesaling more than 750 houses through House Sold Easy, and I co‑wrote The BRRRR Method. But here’s the thing: I’ve...

Written by David Dodge  

How to Help “Forever Renters” Finally Break Into Homeownership in 2025–2026

I still remember the exact moment I realized something had gone seriously wrong in the housing market.

It was a Tuesday afternoon in late October. I was on the phone with a 38-year-old software en...

Written by David Dodge  

The U.S. housing market has never been tougher for newcomers. For the first time in more than 40 years, the share of first-time homebuyers has dropped to a record low — a clear sign that the American Dream of homeownership is slipping further out of reach.

This isn’t just ...

Written by David Dodge  

Hello, future real estate trailblazer! With just two months left in 2025, the buzz around "hottest real estate markets 2026" is already building. Why? The U.S. housing market is poised for a gentle rebound next year—think stabilizing rates around 6%, a 10% sales surge, and ...

Written by David Dodge  

My very first listing pitch still haunts me a bit. I showed up with a thick binder of printouts, a slideshow I’d slapped together after midnight, and nerves that could power a small city. The sellers, a nice couple heading to Florida for retirement, nodded along for maybe f...

Written by David Dodge  

Are you searching for budget-friendly real estate in a vibrant, thriving city? St. Louis is a goldmine for affordable properties, and with the help of a trusted local brokerage firm like House Sold Easy, finding your dream home or investment property has never been easier. ...

Written by David Dodge  

Selling your home can be an emotional and financial rollercoaster. When an offer lands on your table, it’s tempting to jump at the first number that looks good—or reject one that feels too low. But evaluating an offer is more than just comparing price tags. It’s about under...