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How to Achieve Financial Freedom Through Real Estate: The Co-Living Strategy

Discover how to achieve financial freedom through real estate with the innovative Co-Living strategy. Learn about the benefits of passive income, tax advantages, and how Co-Living investments can help... ...more

Co-Living Investment and Property Management

July 23, 20243 min read

How to Achieve Financial Freedom Through Real Estate: The Co-Living Strategy

Run Your Co-Living Business Like a Business: Three Essential Tips for Success

Discover proven strategies for running your Co-Living business like a professional. Livingsmith shares essential tips on legal compliance, setting up a business entity, and effective risk management. ... ...more

Co-Living Investment and Property Management

July 16, 20243 min read

Run Your Co-Living Business Like a Business: Three Essential Tips for Success

Co-Living and Storage Space?

Unlock the gold standard in co-living property management by providing essential storage solutions. Learn best practices for creating a clutter-free, organized living environment that enhances residen... ...more

Co-Living Investment and Property Management

July 05, 20242 min read

Co-Living and Storage Space?

Financing Magic in Acquiring a Coliving Rental House

Discover the magic weapon for accelerating your Coliving investment portfolio with Grant Shipman's advanced house hacking 2.0 strategy. Learn how to maximize profits while minimizing cash outlays usin... ...more

Co-Living Investment and Property Management

June 29, 20243 min read

Financing Magic in Acquiring a Coliving Rental House

How to Manage Refrigerators in Coliving Spaces: The Livingsmith Gold Standard

Discover Livingsmith's gold standard for managing refrigerators in shared coliving spaces. Learn how our 40-point household system ensures harmonious, efficient, and organized communal kitchens. Imple... ...more

Co-Living Investment and Property Management

June 21, 20243 min read

How to Manage Refrigerators in Coliving Spaces: The Livingsmith Gold Standard

$113 Million Coliving Company Files for Bankruptcy: What Went Wrong and How to Avoid the Same Mistakes

Discover the reasons behind the recent bankruptcy of a $113 million Coliving company and learn how to avoid the same mistakes with expert insights from Livingsmith. Master Coliving property management... ...more

Co-Living Investment and Property Management

June 14, 20243 min read

$113 Million Coliving Company Files for Bankruptcy: What Went Wrong and How to Avoid the Same Mistakes
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Are you struggling with underwriting a property, determining necessary renovations, writing a lease, or dealing with a tenant situation? With our extensive CoLiving experience, we're here to support you every step of the way. Our team of seasoned professionals understands the unique challenges and opportunities in the CoLiving market, and we're dedicated to helping you navigate them with ease.

Whether you're a newcomer looking to break into the CoLiving sector or an established property owner seeking to optimize your operations, we offer tailored advice and practical solutions. From detailed property assessments and strategic renovation planning to crafting airtight leases and resolving tenant issues, our expertise ensures that you can manage your properties efficiently and profitably.

We pride ourselves on our personalized approach. When you schedule a call with us, you’re not just getting generic advice—you’re getting customized guidance from experts who are deeply familiar with your specific needs and goals. If you want to ensure you’re speaking with the right person for your particular questions, reach out to us. We'll connect you with the specialist best suited to address your concerns, providing you with the confidence and clarity to make informed decisions.

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About

Grant

Coliving Investor & Property Manager

Coliving Author

  • Over two decades of diverse coliving experience, including communes, co-ops, and rent-by-the-room setups, supplemented by over $100k in real estate and business training.

  • Launched his coliving investment and property management company in 2017 using OPM and syndication, achieving financial freedom within 24 months.

  • Pioneered the first property management model for sobriety houses with Harmony, developed the first coliving training course in 2019, and authored several books on coliving.

  • Managed properties maintained a 97% lifetime average occupancy rate, thriving even during COVID and demonstrating profound industry insights.

  • Actively contributes to the coliving community, offering consultancy and continuously learning to expand his influence and knowledge in the field.

Jaci

Coliving Investor & Property Manager

Creative Financing Specialist

  • Over seven years of experience in the coliving space as a founder, investor, and manager, with a key role in developing Household-X-standard systems.

  • Skilled in property assessment, underwriting, and creative financing, leading to successful coliving setups.

  • Led innovative projects outside real estate, like Cricket Farms, and has nearly two decades of experience in healthcare software IT, showcasing versatility and complex system management skills.

  • Active in professional development, participating in mentorship groups such as Pace Morby's SubTo and Gator, and is a certified Top Tier Transaction Coordinator.

  • Pursues diverse interests outside of real estate, including being a certified dog trainer and practicing partner acrobatics, highlighting her commitment to continuous personal and professional growth.

Harmony

Head Coliving Property Manager

SoberLiving Specialist

  • As Livingsmith's Head Property Manager since 2021, Harmony is central to fostering stable, empowering communities that champion recovery.

  • Helped create Soberliving Property Management and added it to the first Oxford House, improving the owner's bottom line and decreasing the relapse rate.

  • Earned Colorado Agency for Recovery Residences certification in 2021, reinforcing her expertise as a recovery coach and peer specialist.

  • Expanded into property management in 2021, focusing on supportive living environments and playing a leadership role in Oxford housing.

  • Co-founded Household-X, driving the development of its household-led management approach and actively recruits for sober houses.

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