Do Today’s Record-Low Rates Make Refinancing a Winning Strategy?
Used correctly and strategically, refinancing your mortgages can help you grow your real estate investment portfolio immensely.
Real Estate Financing
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Hard Money vs. Private Money: Choosing the Best Creative Financing Solution for You
If you're seeking creative ways to finance your next investment property, you've likely debated hard money vs private money. The topics of hard money and private money can be pretty…
LPMI: What is Lender-Paid Mortgage Insurance and Is It Right for You?
When it comes to the words mortgage insurance, many people have a negative reaction because they think it is bad. Is mortgage insurance bad? Maybe, maybe not.
Should You Raise Private Capital for Your Next Investment Project?
Taking private capital is serious business, but if you do it right, have a plan, and have the personnel and processes in place to execute your plan, it could be…
Is Your Seller Requesting a Proof of Funds Letter… And You Don’t Have Any? Here’s What to Do
The proof of funds letter is a very simple yet powerful addition to your offer package. Here's how to obtain this letter—even if your business is low on cash.
6 Ways To Use Retirement Plans To Grow Your Real Estate Portfolio
Taking advantage of your retirement funds through self-directed plans can be a game-changer in growing your portfolio—as long as you weigh out all the variables, run the numbers, and ensure…
With Low Interest Rates, Should You Skip the 1031 Exchange and Refinance Instead?
Historically, refinancing an investment property would add debt—at a cost. However, today’s low interest rates mean you can pull out cash and lower your monthly payment. Win-win? Most of the…
7 Clever Buy and Hold Investment Property Loan Ideas
Want to get into buy and hold investing, but not sure how to finance it? Here's a list of investment property loan ideas. Start growing your empire today!
Should You Buy Mortgage Points? Evaluate the Financial Benefits First
Just like many investors and homeowners, I was recently considering refinancing a rental property I own. After submitting my application, I received a table of rates available to me. I…
What’s Better for Investors—a 15-Year or 30-Year Mortgage?
What's more conducive to building wealth for investors? Different financial experts will advocate for different loan terms—and they'll be right for different reasons. What’s the difference between these popular loan…
Best Deal Ever: Making a Good Deal Great by Negotiating Seller-Held Terms
Matt Oviat explains how he has been able to successfully navigate the pricey Utah real estate market by using some creative terms.
Syndication 101: How to Present a Deal To Investors
Do you have a great real estate deal but not enough cash on hand? Present this information to potential investors to get their buy-in.
A Well-Kept Secret for Buying Property With No Money Down (& Growing Your Portfolio Quickly!)
Coming up with the down payment to purchase property consistently and grow your real estate investment portfolio is a struggle. Enter lendable equity.
