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As we all know, there is no such thing as free money. Whether you’re an investor or a household consumer, there will be occasions when you’ll need to borrow funds for investments and purchases. The cost associated with borrowing money is called “interest.” As a borrower, you need to understand the difference between simple interest vs. […]

Like many businesses across the country, many real estate investors will have to have to reevaluate their business model in the wake of COVID-19. Fortunately, the extent by which investors are expected to change shouldn’t be as drastic as other industries. Historically, disruption within the real estate sector has resulted in amazing wealth-building opportunities. Today’s […]

Emerging technologies and shifting homebuyer demographics have begun to shake up the real estate industry in recent years. These factors have influenced all aspects of traditional real estate transactions ranging from the way properties are listed to average closing times. This has left many investors wondering where the future of real estate is headed, and […]

The cost of flipping is more closely related to a moving variable than a fixed expense. If for nothing else, it’s impossible to formulate a universal equation to pinpoint the exact cost a flip will incur. It is worth noting, however, that while the individual costs may be difficult to account for, there are broader […]

Nothing is more beneficial to your long term financial health than the right rental property. Sure, quick flips and rehabs are great for the short term but a strategic acquisition of a rental property can completely change your portfolio. Not only are they a source for surplus monthly cash flow, but they also build equity […]

Why Is Having An Exit Strategy Important? An exit strategy is important because it not only guides an investor’s decisions throughout a given deal, but also dictates how they will maximize the profitability. While speed of implementation is of the utmost importance when attempting to facilitate a transaction, do not attempt to initiate a deal without […]

Few lender options award today’s homebuyers with a greater opportunity to protect their financial interests than rate locking. With the ability to lock in an interest rate, prospective buyers may simultaneously mitigate the risk of higher mortgage payments and protect their buying power. That said, it’s not nearly enough to simply lock in an interest […]

Goals are fuel. Goals are direction. Goals are what push us forward in life. Here, are three (albeit lofty) definitions for the word “goal.” More formally, Wikipedia defines a goal as “the object of a person’s ambition or effort; an aim or desired result.” In other words, goals are just the tasks people assign themselves […]

A rental property purchase is not the same as a fix and flip project. With a fix and flip deal, you are focused on generating short term profits whereas a buy and hold rental may be in your portfolio for several years. It is essential that you know everything about your rental market, the property […]

Success in the real estate investing industry won’t happen overnight, and it definitely won’t happen without proper planning or implementation. For entrepreneurs, a real estate investment business plan can serve as a road map to all of your business operations. Simply put, a real estate business plan will serve an essential role in the formation of […]