July 26, 2019
Rental properties are not self-sufficient units. In the blink of an eye your brand-new rental will turn five years old. Just like that you will need to consider making necessary updates and improvements. This is even more critical if your property had some wear and tear when you took ownership. You don’t necessarily need to […]
July 19, 2019
Once you submit an offer you should have a pretty good idea of what you are walking into. You never want to get into a situation where you are almost disappointed by getting a signed contract. Where many novice investors get into trouble is by submitting offers without doing their necessary homework. Their last ten […]
July 12, 2019
It is human nature to try to save a buck whenever and wherever possible. However, it is important to pick and choose your battles wisely. Doing a task that you aren’t necessarily qualified for can make the task much more expensive and time consuming. Where you might think you are doing the right thing you […]
July 5, 2019
One of the most common roadblocks for new investors is figuring out where to get started. They pursue a handful of potential niches and strategies but find faults in almost all of them. If you are looking for a path that is more secure than you think and offers an easy point of entry a […]
June 28, 2019
The success of your rental property is directly based on the strength of your tenants. Who you rent to will determine if the next twelve months are smooth sailing or a constant nightmare you can’t get out of. When you face a vacancy, it is critical that you don’t let the short term influence your […]
June 21, 2019
One of the keys to any successful real estate business is lead generation. With the explosion of the internet and social medial there are more places to find deals than ever before. A tried and true method that has stood the test of time is direct mail. Sure, direct mail can be pricey and time […]
June 14, 2019
Getting a loan can be an overwhelming experience. Regardless if you are a seasoned investor or a first-time homebuyer there are plenty of terms and jargon that can be intimidating. Knowing what to look for and the right questions to ask can save you thousands of dollars and put you in the best possible loan. […]
June 7, 2019
No two real estate investors are the same. Something that works for you may not work for a fellow investor, even in the same market. It is important to make your own decisions and always do your own due diligence. This is especially the case when it comes to obtaining your real estate license. You […]
May 31, 2019
With so many new investors entering the market the best way to ensure success is by standing out from the crowd. Standing out means doing things just a little different than everyone else. Different doesn’t have to mean extreme, it can mean just a little better than the people around you. Your attention to detail […]
May 24, 2019
There is more to real estate investing than flips and rehabs. Sure, these can be your bread and butter investments, but it is ok to sprinkle in a buy and hold deal every now and then as well. If you are like most investors you may have considered adding a rental property but weren’t sure […]