If real estate investing was easy, everyone would do it. For as much upside as the business offers, it also has its fair share of risk. If you are not constantly on your toes, you can lose your shirt. While you never expect bad things to happen, they can absolutely happen to anyone. Even minor […]
The real estate business is not easy. For every investor that enters the business, one or two are probably on the verge of exiting. The biggest reason is because most new investors think things will happen overnight. When they realize that it often takes several months to gain traction, they become annoyed and frustrated with […]
What will Florida’s top real estate markets look like for investors in 2016? In addition to California and the Northeast, Florida continues to be one of the most popular parts of the country for real estate investment, and attracting new residents. So what do the Sunshine State’s most notable property markets look like as we […]
Many don’t realize just how large of a part real estate plays in the finances of real royalty and celebrities. So how can more individuals invest in property like kings and queens, and reap royal rewards? While both historic and modern day royalty may be famous for other things, their real estate plays a huge […]
Who are the strongest homebuyers and renters in the U.S. property market? Knowing who the most active renters and buyers are in the market can help real estate investors target their marketing and position their properties in a better place to sell. While the U.S. job market is in far better shape than it was […]
Which are the best types of properties to invest in today? Is it better to invest in brand new construction, distressed houses, or somewhere in between? There are many different types of real estate investment opportunities out there. There is a wide range of property conditions, and they can make a big difference in how […]
Which type of supermarket is your real estate business most like? How will that impact how much income you generate, how people see you, and what they expect? In one community in Southwest Florida, there are at least five distinct supermarket brands operating within a few miles of each other, and probably more real estate […]
Getting into real estate can be life-changing for couples and families. More often than not, it is seen as a change for the better. It can completely alter the dynamics of family finances, what’s possible in the future, happiness quota, and what type of legacy can be created. However, that doesn’t mean that there can’t […]
1. Occupancy Status: This is quickly (once again) rising as one of the top types of fraud that is setting up many mortgage borrowers for disaster. It has become so prevalent in 2015 that borrowers are taking to online real estate forums like BiggerPockets to herald their success at maximizing financing by buying several ‘primary […]
There are many more similarities between real estate and stock market investing than most know, or will admit to. However, there are substantial differences that no one can afford to ignore anymore. These may be even more important over the next few years. So what do you need to know? The Similarities There are actually […]