Real Estate Investing Blog

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The Timeshare Trap: Understanding Why Timeshares Can Be Risky Investments

Imagine owning a piece of a vacation paradise, a place that you can return to year after year. The idea can be incredibly enticing, and that's precisely the allure of a timeshare. However, upon digging deeper, the picture-perfect promise often reveals hidden flaws. Today, we explore why timeshares are generally considered unfavorable investments.

Jul 18, 2023

Understanding the Key Distinctions: Deed vs Title in Real Estate

In the realm of real estate, we often hear terms like deed and title. While these two terms are sometimes used interchangeably by the general public, they bear different meanings and implications in the legal context of property ownership. In this blog post, we aim to demystify these terms and shed light on their essential differences.

Jun 25, 2023

Essential Organization Strategies for New Real Estate Investors

Diving into the real estate market is a thrilling venture teeming with abundant opportunities to grow wealth. Yet, this dynamic field also presents multiple components that, without proper organization, can quickly become daunting. Let's delve into seven fundamental tips to help structure your journey into real estate investment, keeping chaos at bay

Jun 11, 2023

5 Effective Ways to Purchase Real Estate With No Money Down

Investing in real estate is an excellent way to build wealth and secure your financial future. However, the common belief is that real estate purchases require significant upfront capital. The good news is that there are strategies available for aspiring investors to purchase properties with little or no money down.

May 7, 2023

How to Fund Your Next Real Estate Investment Deal

Real estate investment is not the same as buying a property for personal use. An investment property enters your portfolio and needs only to ROI at a decent pace to be considered a good investment. Rental homes, fix-and-flips, and vacation rentals all have potential to become profitable over time with the right strategy. While most real estate transactions require some out of-pocket cash to close the property, not all do.

May 1, 2023

The Impact of Interest Rates on Real Estate Investing

Real estate investing is an excellent way to generate passive income and build long-term wealth. However, like any investment, it's not without its risks. One critical factor that can impact real estate investing is interest rates.

Apr 25, 2023

What is Phantom Cash Flow?

"Phantom cash flow" is a term used in real estate investing to describe a situation where a property generates positive cash flow on paper but not in reality. In other words, the cash flow is "phantom" because it appears to exist on paper but is not actually being generated.

Apr 19, 2023

Where to Find Off-Market Deals

As a real estate investor or homebuyer, finding a good deal on a property is essential to maximize profits or find the perfect home. While many properties are listed on the multiple listing service (MLS) or popular online real estate websites, some of the best deals are found off-market.

Apr 14, 2023

What is Subject-To Financing?

A subject-to real estate transaction, also known as a subject-to mortgage or subject-to financing, is a creative financing strategy that allows a buyer to purchase a property while leaving the existing mortgage in place.

Apr 9, 2023

Real Estate Investing for Beginners: Common Mistakes to Avoid

Real estate investing can be a lucrative and rewarding venture, but it's not without its challenges. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced investor, it's important to be aware of the common mistakes that can lead to financial losses and missed opportunities.

Apr 4, 2023

4 Key Benefits of Out-of-State Real Estate Investment

It's no secret that real estate investing is highly rewarding. But harnessing the full benefits of this competitive market requires you to think on your feet. Fluctuating markets, skyrocketing interest rates, economic downturns, and changing job markets keep you on your toes. You must get creative with your investment strategies to profit in this dynamic sector.

Mar 27, 2023

What Silicon Valley Bank Collapse Means for Real Estate Investing

The collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank has shocked investors. The speed at which these banks failed exemplifies a textbook case of a classic bank run—a situation where depositors pull their deposits en masse. But are we on the verge of another collapse?

Mar 20, 2023

Do High Interest Rates Make Turnkey Homes a Bad Investment?

Real estate investors in the US have one distinct advantage over rental properties in other countries—the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. The interest rates on these mortgages are often meager enough to offset the cost of borrowing.

Mar 14, 2023

Build the Right Team for Your Out-of-State Investing Success

Buying and owning a rental property within your locality can be challenging. Buying one in a different state only multiplies the challenges. However, out-of-state real estate investment is a great way to diversify rental income and spread your risks. It's also a great start to estate investing and can help you maximize your ROI.

Mar 10, 2023

Scaling Your Rental Portfolio with DSCR Loans

Conventional mortgages won't do when looking to quickly scale your real estate portfolio in a highly competitive market. You need a flexible funding solution that grants you ready access to cash.

Mar 8, 2023

Buying Property? 4 Ways to Maximize Returns from Your Real Estate Investment

Investing in real estate is an excellent way of generating consistent returns and even building generational wealth. Whether single or multi-family units, buying turnkey properties always yields a significant return on investment (ROI) if done well.

Mar 5, 2023

What is a Turnkey Investment Property?

It can seem like there are an endless amount of investment options out there from buying individual stocks to investing money into your 401k. However, real estate has been, and continues to be one of the best investments and has stood the test of time through wars and recessions.

Mar 1, 2023