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Fix and Flip Tips: 5 Ways to Ensure You Turn a Profit
Fixing and flipping properties can be a profitable real estate investing strategy—or not. Recent reports suggest profits are being squeezed. However, if you're smart about sourcing deals, running the numbers,…
Can I Get a Mortgage After Filing for Bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy doesn't have to be the end of the road in terms of purchasing property. A financial fresh start is around the bend. Learn how, when, and where you can…
As a Long-Time Real Estate Investor, Here’s What I’d Do Differently If I Was Just Starting Out…
Sure, it's currently not possible to go back in time and begin certain ventures—like investing in real estate—all over again. But as an industry veteran, if I could, here are…
Here’s How You Fund a Deal—Before Creating That LLC
Many investors set up LLCs to invest in properties, but you need to know your borrowing options before you pick your EIN number. This article will show you how to…
Should You Sell Your Investment Property or Use a 1031 Exchange?
1031 exchanges are often used by real estate investors to build wealth by avoiding capital gains tax. But is it always better to exchange? This article takes you through the…
14 Expert Tips to Get Loans Approved (Conventional OR Private Money!)
As a real estate investor, one of the worst things that can happen is searching for months to find the perfect property only to get turned down when it comes…
No Money Down Loans: How Do They REALLY Work?
Several hard money lenders have started advertising zero down loans. Are these what they claim to be? Are these a good option for investors? Let's take a closer look at…
The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Financing
With multifamily properties, there are important differences to understand, requirements to know about, and tips to consider as you look to move into this space. Financing, in particular, is often…
The 20 Best Performing Opportunity Zones for Real Estate Investors
Opportunity Zones have been in the news a lot, but what do we know about performance for investors? This article reviews the tax advantages of Opportunity Zones and what we…
Little Competition, Big Profits: Why Spec Home Investing Could Be Right for You
A spec home is basically a single family or multifamily property without a buyer lined up (speculation). Investing in these properties can be risky, but with that risk comes very…
This Is the Best Time to Set Up an LLC for Your Investing Business
Real estate investors use LLCs as protection against liability. But when is the right time to set up your LLC? Read about the advantages of LLCs and factors to consider…
The Pros and Cons of Becoming a Hard Money Lender
Should you become a hard money lender? When most people think of real estate investing, they think of direct investing like fix and flips and buy and holds. But there…
