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WHY HOME EQUITY IS THE NEW FINANCIAL FUTURE

Tuesday, November 03

It’s no secret that the housing market is booming. Homeowners are at a serious advantage right now because they have access to their home equity. As your home appreciates in value, your equity does too- giving you access to larger capital to use at your disposal. Some people take out their hom...


THE EXPENSES THAT ACCOMPANY RENTAL UNITS

Tuesday, November 03

You just bought your first rental property, congrats! Now what? Well, you’re probably wondering “how much of my own money is required to maintain my rental units?” The good news is that it all depends on you. Some rental owners like it pay large amounts of money in renovations, while others do...


WHAT YOU SHOULD AND SHOULDN’T DO WHEN BUYING A HOME

Sunday, November 01

It’s true. Buying a home is scary. Especially if you are a first-time homeowner. Where do you even begin? There are so many ins and outs, so many questions, concerns, and even confusion when trying to find your dream home. Your first bit of advice is this: do not believe everything you see on t...


THE POWER OF SOCIAL MEDIA: REAL ESTATE MARKETING

Sunday, November 01

C’mon, we’ve all seen it. In fact, everyone is doing it. Using the power of social media to harness success and fame is not an easy feat. But that doesn’t stop some people. Real estate agents have been using social media sites such as Instagram to plug in their latest listings. And it’s working....


SPOTTING A BAD DEAL…AND AVOIDING IT

Sunday, November 01

Even the most skilled investors have been victims to bad deals. More often than not, red flags are not always glaringly obvious. In order to avoid bad deals, you should always consider several factors before signing your name on the dotted line. Foundation Check Whether it is your first property...


Long-Term vs. Short Term Tenants

Friday, October 30

When purchasing an apartment building to rent out to tenants, there are critical things that one should consider. One thing to consider is the type of tenants you wish to have. Choosing the right kind is crucial to your bottom line, and more importantly, your goals as an investor. A short-term t...