The Housing Provider Show

The Housing Provider is the go-to podcast for landlords, property managers, and real estate investors who want to run smarter, more profitable rental businesses.Every month, we break down the challenges and opportunities of providing housing, covering everything from tenant management and legal updates to maximizing ROI and avoiding costly mistakes.Whether you’re a seasoned investor or a first-time landlord, we’ll help you navigate the business of housing with confidence.

The Housing Provider Show is a business podcast hosted by Tim Harstead, with 31 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Tim Harstead hosts The Housing Provider Show, a business show with 31 episodes published.

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  Episode #9

  AI Rental Scams: Fake Leases, Fake Pay Stubs & What Landlords Need to Know

  Aug 25, 202618 minS2

  AI is changing property management and it's creating new challenges for landlords. In Episode 9 of The Housing Provider Show, Tim Harstead and David Bovyn from Chicago Style Management break down how artificial intelligence is being used to create fake leases, fake pay stubs, fraudulent rental applications, and fake rental listings and what landlords and property managers can do to protect themselves. They also explore the positive side of AI and emerging property technology, including AI-powered marketing, fraud detection, smart locks, leak detection systems, smart thermostats, smart smoke detectors, and noise monitoring. In this episode, you'll learn: • How AI can create convincing fake rental documents • How landlords can identify fraudulent pay stubs and leases • Why applicant and landlord reference checks still matter • How scammers are using AI to create fake rental listings • How AI can help monitor the internet for fraudulent property listings • How landlords can use AI to improve rental property marketing • Smart technology that can help prevent water damage • How smart locks can simplify self-guided showings and property access • How smart thermostats can help protect rental properties • How noise and smoke monitoring technology could reduce property damage and operating costs Whether you're a Chicago landlord, property manager, real estate investor, or rental property owner, this episode covers practical ways technology is changing the way rental properties are managed. - Follow The Housing Provider Show for more conversations about property management, real estate investing, landlord strategies, rental properties, technology, and the Chicago real estate market.

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  Episode #8

  They Lied About "No Money Down" Real Estate

  Jun 5, 202652 minS2

  <p>Most real estate investors don't fail because of bad deals—they fail because they underestimate risk.</p><p>In this episode of The Housing Provider Show with guest Ed Thelen from 79th Ave Lending, we uncover the truth behind the popular "no money down" real estate strategy and discuss why cash reserves, risk management, and proper planning are critical for long-term success.</p><p>Our conversation covers private money lending, passive income opportunities, common mistakes made by new investors, and the realities of owning rental properties when things don't go according to plan. We also break down the investing pr...

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  Episode #7

  This Tenant Paid Rent… But Was Running a Nightmare Operation (2026 Real Estate Reality)

  Mar 31, 202627 minS2

  <p>Most people think bad tenants = unpaid rent.</p><p>That’s not the real problem.</p><p>In this episode, we break down a real situation where a tenant was paying rent… while destroying an entire building, breaking into units, renting them out illegally, and creating a dangerous environment for everyone.</p><p>And here’s the worst part…</p><p>👉 It was harder to evict them than a tenant who doesn’t pay.</p><p>We also answer the big question:<br>Is real estate investing still worth it in 2026?</p><p>You’ll learn:</p>Why cash flow is NOT wha...

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  Episode #6

  What Insurance Companies Don’t Tell Property Owners(Public Adjuster Explains)

  Feb 18, 202646 minS2

  <p>If you’re a Chicago landlord or real estate investor, this episode could save you thousands, or even millions, in insurance mistakes.</p><p>In Episode 6 of The Housing Providers Show, host Tim Harstead sits down with public adjuster Dorian Bezanis from Alpha Adjusting to break down how insurance claims REALLY work for rental property owners.</p><p>Most landlords misunderstand their policy, from 3% deductibles to coinsurance penalties and loss of rent coverage. </p><p>This episode explains the hidden risks that impact Chicago multifamily owners, housing providers, and investors.- Key topics covered:The 3% deductible trap (policy value vs...

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  Episode #5

  The 5 Ways Real Estate Makes Money (For Chicago Investors & Landlords)

  Jan 10, 202640 minS2

  <p>Most real estate investors chase cash flow, and that’s why many give up too early.</p><p>In this episode of The Housing Provider Show, we explain the five real ways real estate makes you money, why cash flow is often the smallest return early on, and how Chicago investors build long-term wealth through appreciation, leverage, mortgage paydown, and tax strategies.</p><p>We also break down Chicago landlord laws, including rent increase notice requirements, late fee rules, legal entry notices, and when tenants can (and cannot) withhold rent.</p><p>This episode is a must-listen for:</p><p>...

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