From building a nest egg for retirement to generating more income on a daily basis, there are many reasons people look toward city real estate for a secure investment. If you’re looking to put your money into the property market, you have several options. Below we’ve outline three types of property investing depending on your […]
Other people’s money (OPM) is an important concept to learn for real estate investing. For those first starting out in their real estate investing career, OPM may be the only way to get going. Additionally, for seasoned real estate investors, using OPM creates the potential of higher profits through the power of leverage. How To […]
Not all homeowners approve of the idea of open houses, which literally means: so many strangers taking a look around your home. But then there are those who do see value in hosting open houses. If you belong to the second category (and are about to sell your home) you’re going to need to read […]
Moving the entire household can be pretty daunting for homeowners relocating. That’s because for most people packing and unpacking is already over-the-top work and worry, let alone the moving part itself. Plus there’s always the fear of losing valuable stuff during a move or damages to the property. That’s why experts recommend professional movers instead […]
When you decide to sell your home, it can be a daunting task. There seem to be a thousand decisions to make and questions to answer before the home is finally listed for sale. First-time home sellers often make mistakes before listing, which result in stress, added costs, and an unhappy home-selling process. In this […]
There are many types of real estate investments that have tax advantages. Real estate agents who stay up-to-date on changes in the tax laws are more valuable to real estate investors. For example, it is useful to many clients if a real estate agent understands the basics of how to manage a tax-exchange sale (1031 […]
Reality TV shows have energized everyday people to dive into the real estate market and make money flipping houses. The dramatic presentation and profitable end results make the industry seem like a sure thing. But house-flipping, like any industry, has its share of challenges. Television often props up ratings by showing industry pros overcoming adversity […]
Many people may be hesitant to invest in real estate long-term investment. However, owning property has a steady historical track record and isn’t as volatile as other investment markets can be. Any investor who hasn’t seriously considered it as an option should take a closer look at the benefits of owning real estate and why […]
If you’ve been thinking about investing in a real estate project you may have considered buying a distressed house or two at a steep discount in order to fix them up and sell them at a higher price. This is known as “flipping”, and in today’s post, we’ll share a quick guide to flipping homes […]
When buying real estate, it’s crucial that the features of the home meet your criteria and best serve your goals. An ideal investment property has many important features that will differ from the vital features of an owner-occupied piece of property, and therefore it’s important when choosing an investment property to know what you should […]