What would you do if you discovered a stranger secretly living in your home?
This is the shocking true story of a phrogging nightmare, when someone was found secretly living in a family’s attic without their knowledge.

“Phrogging” refers to the terrifying phenomenon of people hiding and living in other people’s houses — sometimes for days, sometimes for months — completely undetected. From strange noises in the ceiling to missing food and moved belongings, the warning signs can be easy to miss until it’s too late.

In this video, we explore:

- What phrogging is and how it happens

- The real-life case of someone discovered living in an attic

- The warning signs homeowners ignored

- How to protect yourself from hidden intruders

This story plays out like a horror film — but it’s all too real.
If you’re into true crime, creepy real stories, or mysteries that actually happened, this one will stay with you long after it ends.

Zohran Mamdani’s new proposal to freeze rent across New York City has landlords, tenants, and economists all asking the same question — what happens next?

In this episode of Landlord Lens, we break down the truth behind Mamdani’s “Rent Freeze Act.” Could it actually protect tenants, or will it crush small landlords, stall development, and make the housing shortage even worse?

We’ll unpack:

- What a city-wide rent freeze really means in practice

- How similar policies played out in other cities

- The economic ripple effects on property values, taxes, and new construction

- Why some experts call it a disaster in disguise and others say it’s NYC’s only way out

- Whether you’re a landlord, renter, or policymaker, this video shows the real-world consequences of turning NYC housing into a political battleground.

With the looming 2025 government shutdown threatening millions of Americans, one question stands out: what happens to Section 8? In this episode of Landlord Lens, we break down exactly how a shutdown could disrupt housing assistance, voucher payments, and landlord reimbursements across the country. We’ll look at the chain reaction that happens when HUD funding freezes, the potential delays landlords should prepare for, and what this means for the renters who rely on these programs to stay housed.

We’ll also unpack the political standoff behind the scenes, why Congress can’t agree, what agencies get hit first, and how long the damage could last if negotiations drag on. Whether you’re a property owner, renter, or just following the economic fallout, this episode cuts through the noise to show how the shutdown might ripple through the housing market and whether Section 8 can survive it.

Thinking about short-term rentals, mid-term stays, or sticking with long-term tenants in 2025? In this episode of Landlord Lens, John sits down with Ryan Saylor from Beyond Pricing(Now Beyond)to break down the latest rental market trends and what landlords need to know to maximize returns.

Ryan brings years of experience helping operators—from single-property Airbnb hosts to professional managers with thousands of listings—optimize pricing and boost occupancy. Beyond was the first dynamic pricing tool built specifically for short-term rentals, and today they support property managers and investors around the globe with data-driven strategies.

We cover:

- The differences between short-term, mid-term, and long-term rentals in today’s market

- How regulations are shaping investor decisions in 2025

- Which markets are thriving (and which ones are struggling)

- How dynamic pricing works for Airbnb-style properties

- Key questions to ask yourself before choosing a rental strategy

- Whether you’re managing one property or a growing portfolio, this conversation will help you understand the opportunities and risks in the year ahead.

👉 Learn more about Ryan’s work and Beyond’s pricing tools here: https://www.beyondpricing.com/

Denver is considering a brand-new “Vacancy Tax,” also being called a “Ghost Tax,” aimed directly at landlords who leave their rentals empty. The idea is simple: if you keep a property vacant for too long, the city wants to charge you a fee. Supporters say it will push landlords to lower rents and bring more housing to market. Critics warn it could backfire, drive investment out of Denver, and ultimately hurt renters.

In this video, we break it all down:

- What the Vacancy Tax is and how it would work

- Why housing advocates are pushing for it

- How it compares to similar taxes in cities like San Francisco, Oakland, and Washington D.C.

- The potential impact on Denver landlords, renters, and the overall housing market

- Whether this “Ghost Tax” could actually lower rents — or just make the crisis worse

👉 If you’re a landlord, tenant, or just someone following the housing crisis, this video will give you the full picture of what Denver’s Vacancy Tax really means.

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Some landlords say rentals should come with NOTHING, no garbage disposals, no ceiling fans, no extras at all. Just canned lights, a refrigerator, and an oven. Their reason? Everything else breaks.

But is that the smart move… or a huge mistake? In this video, we break down the argument, what it means for landlords and tenants, and whether “bare bones rentals” are actually the future of property management.

👉 Do you think rentals should come fully equipped or stripped down? Comment below—we want to hear from both landlords and tenants.
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Could Donald Trump really declare a National Housing Emergency? With housing costs at record highs and millions of Americans priced out of the market, this shocking move could change everything. From sky-high mortgage rates to rent hikes and the ongoing affordability crisis, the idea of a “housing emergency” isn’t just political theater—it could reshape real estate, landlords, and renters across the country.

In this video, we break down:

- Why 75% of Americans can’t afford the median home price right now

- How a Trump-backed emergency could impact mortgage rates, rents, and property values

- What it would mean for landlords vs. corporate investors

- The ripple effects on construction and housing supply

- If you’re a landlord, renter, or investor trying to survive the housing crisis, you don’t want to miss this.

Dave Seymour went from being a Boston firefighter working 120 hours a week and on the verge of losing everything… to becoming a nationally recognized real estate investor, star of Flipping Boston, and founder of Legacy Alliance. In this episode of Landlord Lens, Dave shares how he turned financial desperation into financial freedom, and the exact rental investing strategies he uses today.

👉 Learn more about Dave Seymour’s Legacy Alliance here: https://legacyalliance.com

🔑 What you’ll learn in this video:

- How Dave went from broke firefighter to millionaire investor

- Why “working harder” isn’t always the answer

- The role tenants play in building true wealth

- Rental investing secrets for new and seasoned investors

- How discipline beats motivation every time

If you’ve ever wondered how to go from struggle to success in real estate investing, this conversation will give you the mindset and tools to start making it happen.