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50 Questions: Everything you didn't know, but should, about Ding-Bat Rental Investments

  • 08/17/2026
  • 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Embolden Beer Co., 8655 Production Ave Ste A, San Diego, CA 92121

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REMINDER: WE'VE MOVED TO MONDAYS

Register by 1:00 pm on meeting day to get a printed nametag!

50 Questions: Everything you didn't know, but should, about Ding-Bat Rental Investments

with Ward Hanigan 

First Question: What IS a Ding-Bat Rental!?

A small lower-cost rental property designed for stable long-term tenancyoften appealing to older tenantsin affordable markets with low turnover and strong cashflow potential.

Ward Hanigan, a long-time investor, friend and supporter of the NSDREI, has been investing in and teaching the Ding-Bat strategy for decades, refining the model through real-world experience and building a rental portfolio known for exceptionally long-term tenants—many staying 20 to 25 years or more. And he's here to teach you how.

Whether you’re already investing in real estate or just getting started, the Ding-Bat strategy offers another way to look at rental property investing.

For experienced investors, it may open up an additional market to explore; for newer investors, it can provide a more approachable way to begin building a rental portfolio.

A few topics Ward will cover:

  • How long do tenants stay in a Ding-Bat Rental? 
  • Is it really important to only have 1 Ding-Bat tenant?
  • What does Ward see as the future of Ding-Bats?
  • What about Ding-Bats in distressed neighborhoods?
  • Are there Ding-Bat opportunities in unused back yards?
  • How do you long-term plan with Ding-Bat Rentals.
  • How do I assess a Ding-Bat Rental?
  • What are some Modular designs for Ding-Bat Rentals?
  • What do I need to know about permanent tenants with Section 8?
  • What about vacancies with Ding-Bat Rentals ... what vacancies?

Prior to the presentation, we’ll start off with our famous Market Update presentation with Jerry Ryan, a few words from our Valued Sponsors,  and the “Haves and Wants” segment.

About the Speaker

Ward Hanigan is a full-time foreclosure specialist and trainer, located in San Diego County. He brings you over 30 years of real estate experience, with a degree in Economics and a Doctorate in Law. He has worked in California's foreclosure market exclusively since 1982, and as a consequence he has extensive experience finding cash, researching title, handling evictions, rehabbing, reselling, working as a foreclosure consultant for lenders (handling their REO turnarounds and rollovers) and as a "one-on-one" trainer and mentor to some of the most successful foreclosure practitioners in the Western United States.

Ward is also a long-time friend and supporter of the NSDREI! It is always extra special when Ward shares his expertise with our club. 

AGENDA:

 5:30 - 6:30 PM San Diego’s Best Networking. Arrive early to network and chat with a Pro to get your questions answered.
 6:30 - 7:15 PM

We start the meeting with some board business, followed by our famous Market Update presentation with Jerry Ryan, a few words from our Valued Sponsors, and the “Haves and Wants” segment. (If you have a deal, service or you are looking for a specific investment, come prepared to share!)

 7:15 - 8:30 PM  Presentation & Q/A
 8:30  You don't have to go home, but we gotta clear out. 


NEW process for Haves and Wants: We are limiting this to 10 people and there will be a signup at the check-in desk. There is also a board on the literature table for you to post your have/want so people can just take a photo of your offer and contact information. You can also bring flyers for the literature table. If you have a deal, service or you are looking for a specific investment, come prepared to share!


PARKING:  Plenty of free parking in the venue lot, the surrounding business lots and on the street (since we meet after business hours)


FOOD OPTIONS AND NO-HOST BAR

  • Pizza, salad, snacks and water will be provided
  • Beer, seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase
  • NEW: Additional food is available for purchase
    • Onsite DIY Ramen Bar
    • The Pizza Joint (speedy, free delivery): a wide selection of appetizers, wings, burgers, sandwiches, salads, pastas, pizza (NY red & white pies), and desserts - order online

Find out more about Embolden Beer Co.

REGISTRATION RATES & DEADLINES:

Pre-registration is appreciated by noon on meeting day,
so we know how much food to order.


Early  Regular
  thru 8/16 on 8/17

Member
(Includes member levels: Individual/
Military/Board/Sponsors/Honorary/
Affiliate/Speaker in the past 12 months)

Free



 Free



Non-Member $20  $25
Military Non-member $15  $20

Please note that in-person meetings are NOT streamed on Zoom.

The session will be recorded and access to recordings is a benefit of membership. Click here for more information about joining.

Cancellation/refund deadline is Wednesday at noon before the meeting. No shows will be charged in full.

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