When you’ve been in real estate long enough, you can spot an abandoned house from a mile away. But how do you find the owner or seller?

Thinking of hiring a real estate agent? It’s a great idea—in theory! But unfortunately, many licensed agents aren’t so great and even fewer are good at working with investors. Don’t waste time or money on the wrong one. Be on the lookout for these seven signs of a BAD agent!

Some real estate agents rave about their jobs, citing huge client bases and big paydays. Others seem to struggle to stay afloat. So, what sets them apart?

Working with a big real estate brokerage can cost time and commissions—but there are major advantages, too. Weigh the pros and cons here.

There’s a lot to know and a lot of risk involved in buying foreclosures at auction. But if you know what you’re doing, the rewards outweigh the risks of bidding.

Think you’ve found the perfect property to bid on? Don’t get too excited! The home you want may not make it to auction, even if it’s scheduled for sale.

Many new investors don’t learn basic real estate information at their own expense, leading to unnecessary fees and confusion about costs of homeownership.

When bidding on a house at auction, solely pulling property information from the internet does not qualify as appropriate due diligence. Do this instead.

Buying property can be nerve-wracking, not to mention expensive. While it may seem tempting to skip the appraisal process, here’s why you shouldn’t.

Want to buy a home? Curious how much the down payment will be? Learn what a down payment is, how to fund it, and why paying more or less may be beneficial.

Buying a home for the first time can be stressful and anxiety-inducing. Knowing the right questions to ask an agent will make you feel far more comfortable throughout the process.

While it may seem tempting to cut your purchase expenses on your first property, resist the urge to skip the home inspection. An inspector’s job is to find out as much information as they can about the property—for you. Here’s how to make sure you get the most out of the inspection process.