The Extra Downside Protection I Look For in Investments
Commercial real estate has felt like a slow-motion car crash over the last two years, but as you continue (or start) investing passively, consider this framework for evaluating risk.
Market & Deal Analysis
7 Tips to Help You Find the Right Real Estate Market
Learn how to find the best real estate markets to make smart investments.
Don’t Risk Your Money: Check These Stats Before Selecting Your Investment Market
Choosing the right market to invest in is your most important investment decision.
How I’m Able to Find Success in Real Estate Even Without Securing Great Deals
Success in real estate does not require securing “great deals.” It requires great fundamentals: location, a reliable tenant segment, and properties that attract those tenants.
4 Unconventional Signals That Show Me Untapped Potential in a Real Estate Market
We all know the basics for market analysis, but these less conventional signals can be game changers.
Initial Market Analysis Is the Most Important Part of Any Real Estate Deal
Purchasing a property in just any market doesn't mean you'll achieve financial freedom.
My Flip MUST Check These 5 Boxes—or I’m Walking Away From the Deal
If something about the deal doesn't make financial sense, I'm not buying.
Do You Think It’s a Tough Time to Invest? It’s Not When You Can Get Deals Like This
Are you sitting on the sidelines in this market? Many investors are. There’s a lot of fear and caution. But we’re not. And you don’t need to be, either. Of…
Why Location Is the Most Important Investment Decision You Will Make
Location determines all the long-term characteristics of your rental income. So to achieve and maintain financial independence, the most important decision you will make is to choose a city where…
From Big Data to Big Deals: Leveraging Data Analytics in Real Estate Investing
There’s no denying that big data and data analytics tools are transforming the real estate landscape. But just how is this happening? What is behind the power of analytics in…
Living Overseas Can Help You Earn More Money in Real Estate Over the Long Run—Here’s How
The cost of living has been rising steadily over the last several decades, especially with inflationary pressures over the past couple of years. At this rate, is it easier to…
What I Learned From National Retailers to Decide What and Where to Invest—And How You Can Do It Too
In 2005, I decided to start an investor services business. I reviewed all the popular investing literature. What I found were self-professed experts offering opinions and no processes. As an…
After Several Years of Investing, These Are My Fundamentals for Generating Passive Income
A good investment strategy starts with clarifying your goals. For most investors, that means financial freedom, but a big part of getting there comes from passive income. These are the…
