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Turn That “Dead” Deal Into Cash Flow
Can’t flip it? Don’t dump it. Try these cash flow exits.
The Enterprise Guide to Secure Voice AI Rollouts
Deploying Voice AI in a regulated industry? This guide shows how security isn’t just a requirement—it’s your rollout strategy.
Learn how HIPAA and GDPR compliance can accelerate adoption, reduce risk, and scale across 100+ locations.
From encryption and audit logs to procurement readiness, this guide outlines what enterprise IT, ops, and CX teams need to launch AI voice agents with confidence.
Exit Strategy Kung-Fu for Weird Deals: 4 Ways to Profit from Dead Deals

You found a property. It’s not bad—but it’s not selling. The flip buyers ghosted, the rehab budget crept, or the market just shifted under your feet. Time to panic? Nah.
Time to break out your Exit Strategy Kung-Fu and apply these four profit-saving techniques.
1. Short-Term Rentals (STR)
Is the area decent? Near anything interesting? You might be able to turn that oddball property into a cash cow with Airbnb or VRBO. Even a 1-bed can outperform a 3-bed long-term if it’s near the right attractions. Bonus points if it’s quirky—it’ll photograph well.
2. Co-Rooming Rentals
If flipping doesn’t fly and STR zoning won’t work, consider co-rooming—renting rooms individually. College towns, hospitals, workforce housing areas... This model can easily outpace traditional rent. Just make sure you screen tenants like your retirement depends on it (because it might).
3. Lease Option
A tenant-buyer pays a premium rent and an option fee for the right to purchase later—often at a slightly above-market price. It’s a great way to generate monthly cash flow while deferring capital gains and maintenance headaches. And hey—if they don’t buy, you still win.
4. Seller Financing
Can’t sell it the regular way? Become the bank. Sell it on terms. You don’t need to own it free-and-clear—just refi into a long-term loan, and carry the note using a wrap mortgage or installment land contract (fewer headaches if they default).
🧠 Bottom Line:
If you can’t flip it, don’t dump it—pivot. Weird deals deserve weird solutions, and in real estate, weird often means profitable… if you’re creative enough.
13 Investment Errors You Should Avoid
Successful investing is often less about making the right moves and more about avoiding the wrong ones. With our guide, 13 Retirement Investment Blunders to Avoid, you can learn ways to steer clear of common errors to help get the most from your $1M+ portfolio—and enjoy the retirement you deserve.


