Finding Deals

How Much Profit Should You Make on Each Real Estate Deal?

A lot of investors ask me how much money we make on every single deal. It used to frustrate me. I always thought, "Why do you care how much money…

Case Study: How I Bought My First Apartment Building [With Pictures!]

After years of acquiring and investing in single family rentals, I finally made the leap into multifamily and purchased my first apartment building. Here's the breakdown of the purchase for…

This Deal Analysis Proves the (Disappointing) Truth About the 2% Rule

Many people want real estate math to be simple—so they turn to "rules" to quickly evaluate properties. But do guidelines like the 2% rule REALLY work? In my opinion, the…

Dominate Your Niche With This Simple Real Estate Investing Strategy

What are the most successful real estate investors doing differently than everyone else? I'll tell you. And if you can do it successfully, you may be on your way to…

4 Tips That Allow Me to Successfully Flip 10 A-Class Properties Per Year

Today, let's talk about how to successfully flip multiple properties each year. Here's what I look for when purchasing an A-class property to flip.

A Seller Wants Way Too Much for Their Property—What Now?

"What if a seller wants way too much for their property?" This was a question posed by one of our associates, and while it is a simple one, it’s worth…

I Almost Bought Properties at Auction (Here’s What Stopped Me!)

Want to snag an awesome real estate deal for cheap? Auctions might seem like your ideal option—but beware: there are hidden risks and costs. Here's why the numbers MIGHT not…

What to Do When a Deal Goes Sideways (Hint: Don’t Panic!)

Start thinking now about how you'll react when a deal gets complicated, because one inevitably will. Let's talk about the less rosy side of the business, when something happens to…

The Best Real Estate Advice I Ever Received

When I was first getting started, I sought out the best real estate investing knowledge I could find. I talked with other investors and read as much as I could. But…

Try Out These Free Web Tools to Evaluate Deals

Evaluating a property is one of the most important aspects of investing. Luckily, most of what you'll need is available for free if you know where to look.

3 Hidden Pitfalls of Online Auctions (& How to Avoid Them)

When attempting to buy property on real estate auction websites, you can lose your deposit without closing on the property or even end up with a property you can't sell.…

How to Accurately Estimate Expenses on a Rental

When it comes to new investors who are interested in rental real estate, the financial side of things causes the most frustration. People aren’t sure how to calculate anticipated monthly…