How to Make Effective Decisions in Business and in Life
Turn decision making into a routine, systematized, or delegated process whenever possible to maximize your success. Here are several specific ways to do just that from the "father of modern…
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Andrew Syrios
10 Tried & True Habits of Impressively Productive People
Don't just meander through the work day. Get things done and then go have some genuine fun. But how can you do that? Well, I'm glad you asked. Here are…
5 Types of Real Estate Financing to Consider for Your First Real Estate Investment
Financing can be a real challenge for just about anyone in real estate, but it can be a particularly big hurdle for those just starting out. That being said, there…
Opinion: Proposed Restrictions on Landlords Could Devastate Investors—and the Housing Industry in General
There is a growing hostility toward landlords in the U.S. and a major push against landlords' ability to operate their businesses. I can't deny there are bad landlords out there,…
If You’re in Commercial Real Estate, You Should Consider the CCIM Designation: Here’s Why
In the commercial space? You should strongly consider pursuing a CCIM. It will add to your credibility and provide networking opportunities, as well. Here's everything you need to know about…
Is It Wise to Invest in Real Estate for (Nothing but) Appreciation?
What if you invested in houses solely for appreciation—without considering cash flow? Is this too big of a risk, or just risky enough to pay off? I'll explain how to…
6 Reasons HOAs Aren’t Necessarily Deal-Breakers
Contrary to belief, HOAs are not the killer of deals. As long as you do your homework ahead of time, investing in condos can be profitable. In this article, I…
4 Types of Renovations That Are Better Left Undone
When it comes to elective work, there are some improvements that are worth the bang for your buck and there are others that most certainly are not. Here are the…
Are Condos Profitable as Investment Properties? Let’s Look at the Numbers
There can be times when it makes sense to buy a condo or co-op. For example, we bought a package of 17, which was an amazing deal at the time. But…
Which Politician Pitched a 25% Tax on Flipping Houses?
Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont has proposed placing "a 25 percent house flipping tax on speculators who sell a non-owner-occupied property, if sold for more than it was purchased within…
What Does the Inverted Yield Curve Mean for Real Estate Investors?
An inverted yield curve has become a sort of indicator of an impending recession of doom to many investors. But what does it even mean for a yield curve to…
How to Build Rapport with Motivated Sellers
When you're buying directly from a seller, you need to tread lightly. You want to get a good price—but you don't want to offend the seller either. In this article,…
How Accurate Are Zillow Zestimates? I Tested the Home Valuation Tool Post-Upgrade
Are Zillow Zestimates reliable these days? Years ago, I would've said Zestimates were worthless. But Zillow has continuously been updating and improving their home valuation tool. The newest version claims…
