A
real estate investor who recently purchased a fourplex reported that sharing the news with friends led to mixed reactions, with some appearing envious or resentful. The investor, who previously owned a small condo, was surprised by this response and wondered if it would be a recurring pattern. They asked on Reddit's real estate investing forum whether they should keep their rental properties private.

    Many commenters advised keeping details about rental properties confidential unless speaking with close family or trusted friends. One landlord suggested only sharing financial information with those directly impacted by it, while another said that revealing one's wealth can lead people to reveal their true selves. Some attributed the negative reactions to jealousy, but others pointed out that being a landlord is often viewed as controversial.

    Some argued that owning property contributes to rising housing costs and that landlords are seen as contributing to social issues. However, others saw the investor's disclosure as awkward rather than malicious, suggesting it was simply an uncomfortable topic of conversation. A few commenters advised adjusting how success is presented, recommending sharing "horror stories" about maintenance headaches instead of only highlighting financial wins.