Every veteran real estate investor starts out looking to close their first deal. Many of them had the same fears and aspirations that you may be experiencing. What got them through their first few months was focusing on what is really important. It is easy to get pulled in a dozen different directions as you […]
Sheds are trending. What will you do with yours? Those looking for home renovation ideas, ways to add space, and opportunities to add appeal to investment properties shouldn’t be overlooking one of this year’s top real estate trends – sheds. Why Sheds? Customized sheds have been growing in popularity and visibility over the last year, […]
There is something to be said in real estate about the ability to use other people’s money. Regardless if you currently use conventional financing at some point you will have a need for a hard money lender. Like everyone else in the real estate business you need to find the right partner to work with. […]
Real estate investors have been flipping properties for decades. Only in the past couple of years has the popularity hit the mainstream. There are more TV shows and books dedicated to rehab and flips than ever before. As simple as the process may look there is more to it than meets the eye. If you […]
Spring is almost here. So what’s the best way to tackle your home; clean, stage, or renovate? It’s that time of year when homeowners and renters get restless. Some will seize the opportunity to move, while others will settle for making over their existing spaces. Either way that may require some organizing, clearing out, or […]
Mortgage interest rates have taken a roller coaster ride over the past few weeks. Just when it appeared that rates would climb to two year highs the market shifted in the opposite direction. Interest rates continue to fall and have again crept near historic levels. This presents homeowners, and real estate investors, with an opportunity […]
It is difficult sometimes to think about the future. Five, ten and even twenty years down the road can seem like an eternity. The reality is that the future often comes much quicker than we would like. That is why it is important to build a solid real estate portfolio today to brace for the […]
What does it take to be successful at flipping houses? Flipping houses has become fashionable – thanks to reality TV – a new period of growth in the US real estate market, and a new line up of celebrities renovating and reselling high-end luxury homes. It can be fun and profitable. For many, including stock […]
How can individuals expand their investments in real estate without dealing with getting a mortgage loan? There are pros and cons to using mortgage loans to finance real estate investments. Some wouldn’t dream of investing without using mortgages, but it’s not the top choice for everyone. So what options are there for those wanting to […]
Can home buyers get out of a real estate contract after it is signed? If so, how do they do it? It’s a common question and concern. Can you gracefully exit a purchase and sales contract once you’ve executed one? If so, when is the best time to back out? What is the right way […]