5 Factors that are Pushing the Demand for Rentals Sky High
Wednesday, November 23
Ever since the financial crisis of 2008, it seems like more and more people are less inclined to buy houses. This isn’t just an opinion, either; it’s a fact, with the numbers to back it up. According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, U.S. home ownership has declined to its lowest po...
Turnkey FAQ: Your Top Questions Answered
Monday, November 21
Turnkey investment properties are more popular than ever. With all this growing interest, it makes sense that more people are starting to take notice of this investment option - and especially those who have zero experience in real estate.But here’s the thing about people with no real estate expe...
Want to See Who Your Prospective Tenants Really Are?
Wednesday, November 16
New tenants offer up a mix of emotions for landlords: excitement, relief, nervousness, and probably a few other feelings, too. This is perfectly understandable, considering there’s a lot riding on these people who are probably complete strangers to you, and there are as many horrible tenants out...
Active Vs. Passive Investing: Which One is Right for You?
Monday, November 14
There are lots of different ways to invest your money, but most can be broadly classified into two main categories: active or passive. These are two very different strategies for investing, naturally attracting very different types of investors.So which one is right for you and your money? Before...
Tax Benefits of Owning Rental Real Estate: Part One
Friday, November 11
Taxes are one of the only certainties in life. Whether we like or not, we’ve all got to pay our dues to Uncle Sam. However, there are ways to save yourself some money through tax advantages, and many of these are available to you when you invest in real estate for rental purposes. In fact, this s...
Is the 2% Rule Really that Important?
Wednesday, November 09
Let me preface this by saying that rules, in general, make me a little upset. I get that they have a purpose, and they provide a guideline, and they’re often a good starting point for investors who are new to the biz. But the problem that I see with rules is that people think they HAVE to follow ...