In this episode of Scaling Up, Shane Unruh dives into the often overlooked realities of holding real estate long-term. While most investing advice focuses on how to buy property, Shane lays out why the real challenge begins after closing the deal.

From unexpected capital expenses to city policy changes and tenants tying garbage bags wrong (yes, really), Shane shares real-world examples and lessons learned from managing hundreds of units. He also touches on:

• The hidden costs that can destroy your cash flow

• Why having a budget isn't enough — and why you should double it

• How larger companies approach capital expenditures (and what you can learn from them)

If you’re a new or aspiring property investor, this episode is a must-listen. Learn how to plan for the long game — and why cash reserves are king in real estate.

📌 Subscribe for more insights on scaling your real estate portfolio!

👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for the follow-up episode where Shane recaps how it actually went when he took over 3 buildings in a week!

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In this episode of the Scaling Up Podcast, Shane Unruh dives into the critical first month or two after taking over a rental property. It's not as simple as getting the keys and collecting rent — from unexpected maintenance issues and missing tenants to tricky inherited expenses and setting clear payment standards, Shane shares real stories and hard-earned lessons from his own portfolio.

- Initial Tenant Interactions

- The Reality of Rent Collection

- Unexpected Expenses

- The Two-Year Stabilization Period

👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for the follow-up episode where Shane recaps how it actually went when he took over 3 buildings in a week!

Listen to the Podcast:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19IzmDW...

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast...

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shane_unruh?l...

XSManagement: https://xsassetmanagement.com/

Taking over your first rental property can be overwhelming — from inspections to dealing with tenants to figuring out who has the keys. In this episode, Shane Unruh shares real-world advice and personal stories about what it’s really like to take control of a building for the first time (or even your tenth). Whether you're managing 8 units or 180, this episode breaks down what to expect, what can go wrong, and how to get it right.

Learn how to:

• Communicate with tenants before takeover

• Perform strategic unit inspections

• Handle unexpected issues with utilities, signage, and tech

• Build an effective onboarding process (even with 300+ tenants!)

👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for the follow-up episode where Shane recaps how it actually went when he took over 3 buildings in a week!

Listen to the Podcast:

Spotify

Apple