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Landlording & Property Management 6 min read

Mar 18, 2021Mar 31, 2023 Max Sharkansky

What Is Rent Control—And Is It Bad for Landlords? (Updated 2021)

There are several misconceptions about rent-controlled properties. For some, they can be a great addition to their investment portfolio. In this article, we look at the good and the bad…

Land 3 min read

Jan 24, 2020Nov 07, 2023 Max Sharkansky

What Are Typical Real Estate Developer Fees?

Anyone who is investing in a commercial real estate deal should take the time to really understand how their money will be spent. This is a critical step in the…

Commercial Real Estate Investing 4 min read

Jan 11, 2020Mar 16, 2021 Max Sharkansky

A Real Estate Investor’s Guide to the Equity Waterfall

When someone refers to the equity waterfall in commercial real estate, they’re essentially talking about how cash flow from an asset will be distributed and when. There are countless ways…

Finding Deals 5 min read

Jan 05, 2020Mar 16, 2021 Max Sharkansky

5 Questions to Ask When Evaluating a Real Estate Developer

If you’re looking to invest in commercial real estate, how can you decipher the good developers from the great? Some you may want to run from altogether, but how can…

Finding Deals 3 min read

Dec 20, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Max Sharkansky

4 Key Apartment Management Issues to Consider Before Investing

It would be naïve to think that investing in apartment buildings is a way to “get rich quick,” as some have promised. Here are four critical apartment management issues to…

Finding Deals 3 min read

Nov 28, 2019Aug 07, 2023 Max Sharkansky

3 Unnerving Signs a Recession Is Coming

Recessions don't just come out of nowhere. There are noticeable steps leading up to it. Be prepared before the recession hits! Here are three signs to look for.

Real Estate Investing For Beginners 2 min read

Nov 19, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Max Sharkansky

Due Diligence: What Every Asset Requires Prior to Purchase

All investments require a certain amount of due diligence on the part of the investor before signing on the dotted line. It’s smart to know as much as possible about…

Housing Markets 4 min read

Nov 09, 2019Feb 20, 2024 Max Sharkansky

5 Best Cities to Buy Rental Properties Right Now

Experienced multifamily investors tend to like certain markets because the properties they own in these regions have delivered desirable results for them—and they foresee the same success in the future.…

Real Estate Investing For Beginners 2 min read

Oct 31, 2019Jul 10, 2023 Max Sharkansky

Protect Your Real Estate Investments & Finances with Strategic Reserves

Don't just wait around for the unexpected to happen to your investment property. Prepare yourself—and your finances—by creating a budget and setting aside strategic reserves monthly. You'll be happy you…

Commercial Real Estate Investing 3 min read

Oct 26, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Max Sharkansky

True or False: Commercial Real Estate Is Guaranteed to Perform Better Than Stocks

While real estate investments tend to perform as well or better than equities in the long-term, is it a sure bet? Could it possibly be true that commercial property investing,…

Finding Deals 3 min read

Oct 18, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Max Sharkansky

The Difference Between Broker-Dealers & RIAs—and How It Impacts Investments

Having someone in your corner to help you with investing advice is crucial. But how do you know which service to go with? I break down the major differences between…

Real Estate Investing For Beginners 2 min read

Oct 11, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Max Sharkansky

Here’s Why You Should Partner with a Co-Investing Manager

You should find someone who cares about your investment just as much as you do. Co-investment, where a manager invests their own money, has been gaining ground in the real…

Real Estate Investing For Beginners 2 min read

Oct 06, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Max Sharkansky

Bonds vs. Stocks vs. Real Estate: Which One Wins?

Let’s take a look at bonds, stocks, and private real estate and compare how they performed over time, according to The Rate of Return of Everything, 1870-2015, an in-depth study…