Vacancy: The Largest Expense in Property Investment

Vacancy isn’t just a temporary gap in rent—it’s the single biggest threat to an investor’s bottom line. While costs like taxes and management fees are easy to plan for, a vacant home bleeds money in two directions: zero income and costly turnovers. In this post, we break down how even a single month of vacancy can derail your returns, why timing and tenant care matter, and how Section 8 offers a built-in advantage when it comes to stability. For investors in 2025, reducing downtime isn’t optional—it’s the edge.