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A Guide to Investing in Section 8 Real Estate With Michael Curadossi

May 09, 2025 • Marc Bautis • Episode 245

What if your rental income was government-backed — and your tenants stayed nearly a decade? Meet the investor who built an $8 million net worth doing exactly that…

In this episode of The Agent of Wealth Podcast, host Marc Bautis is joined by Michael Curadossi, a real estate investor who has built a 72-unit portfolio — and an $8 million net worth — by focusing on Section 8 housing. Michael shares how he scaled from a single property flip to managing dozens of rentals, all while leveraging the stability and long-term benefits of government-subsidized tenants.

In this episode, you will learn:

Why Section 8 housing is one of the most overlooked opportunities in real estate.
How to identify the right properties and locations for subsidized rentals.
Tips for managing Section 8 tenants and minimizing turnover.
The systems and mindset that helped Michael scale his portfolio sustainably.
And more!

Tune in to discover how government-backed rental income can create long-term wealth — and why Section 8 might be the hidden gem in your real estate strategy.

Resources:

Episode Transcript & Blog | section8doneright.com | Follow Michael Curadossi on Instagram: @section8doneright | Bautis Financial: 8 Hillside Ave, Suite LL1 Montclair, New Jersey 07042 (862) 205-5000 | Schedule an Introductory Call