Completing a successful Real Estate transaction is difficult and buyers back out of real estate deals far too often. It takes several moving parts coming together at the right time to get a deal to the finish line. Even when you have a signed contract you still need the inspection, […]
Getting a good deal is not enough to ensure a profit when investing in a rehab property. If you buy in the wrong market it truly won’t matter how low your offer is. Prior to making an offer, or even exploring a property, there are a handful of key items you […]
There is no greater long term investment in real estate than a quality rental property. The right rental will not only provide short term cash flow in the way of surplus rents received, but can give you the potential for appreciation years down the road. All the while you can […]
There are more rental property opportunities available today than ever before. A growing number of potential homebuyers are holding off and flooding the rental market. But not everyone has the temperament for being a landlord. On the surface, owning a rental property is easy. You buy a property, find some […]
Getting approved for a loan is much different than it was a decade ago. In the past there were multiple options and programs for every different income type and down payment. Today there is much more documentation required and everything is highly scrutinized. A seemingly innocent document requested at the […]
In the world of real estate, you never know what’s on the horizon. There are plenty of times when a situation is thrown in your lap completely out of the blue with unfamiliar circumstances. Such is the case with inherited properties. Dealing with an inherited property or a property in […]
In a typical listing agreement, instructions are defined in writing for how both Listing Agent and Buyer’s Agent receive their commission at the Close of Escrow. Industry Standard suggest the Listing Agent receives about 3.5% in a normal transaction while the Buyer’s Agent receives about 2.5%. Does that mean the […]
If you haven’t found yourself in a difficult financial situation stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, you should thank your lucky stars; 4.1 million Americans requested forbearance plans from their lenders as of April 20201. Most homeowners should by now be familiar with the CARES ACT. What is forbearance? Forbearance is […]
Many people are finding themselves in rather difficult circumstances these days. COVID-19 has seemingly turned the world upside-down. Businesses shuttered, people out of work, and all the while, bills still need to be paid. If you have a mortgage this can put your house at risk. Yes, it can also […]
“Investment is most intelligent when most business like” – Warren Buffett If investing is better when conducted most business like, does it mean that more real estate investors ought to be investing in a more businesslike fashion? Should every real estate investor be investing as a business? What does that really […]