Dave Holman shares how buy-and-hold real estate, strong operations, and impact-driven housing can create durable wealth and thriving communities.
In this episode of RealDealChat, Dave Holman—real estate investor, broker, and property manager—walks through a grounded, real-world approach to building wealth through long-term ownership and responsible operations.
Dave shares how a nontraditional path—from nonprofits and entrepreneurship abroad to real estate in Maine—shaped his philosophy around housing, community, and capital. We dive into scaling from a handful of units to 360+ units owned and managed, plus 180+ units under development, while keeping a strong focus on residents, retention, and operational discipline.
We also explore Dave’s work housing immigrants and refugees, why many assumptions about tenants are wrong, and how impact-focused housing can still outperform financially. On the tactical side, Dave breaks down some of the best low-hanging fruit for increasing NOI—including property tax appeals, insulation upgrades, heat pumps, and utility optimization.
This is a thoughtful conversation about patience, fundamentals, and why buy-and-hold real estate remains one of the most resilient paths to long-term wealth.
🌐 Learn more about Dave & his team: 👉 https://holmanhomes.com
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