Posts filed under: Buying & Selling Houses

Buying & Selling Houses

17 Questions to Ask an Investor-Friendly Real Estate Agent

In this article When looking for an investor-friendly real estate agent, you should ask different questions than if you were buying a primary residence. Purchasing investment properties requires different factors, decisions, and calculations that regular real estate agents don’t use. A real... Read More

5 Ways to Find an Investor-Friendly Real Estate Agent

In this article For a real estate investor, knowing how to find a real estate agent who is investor-friendly is the key to successful real estate investments. Finding the right property to create rental income takes time, energy, and patience; real estate... Read More

What Is a Real Estate Broker?

In this article A real estate broker works as a middleman, or matchmaker, who connects a buyer and a seller. In real estate, a broker’s job is to match homebuyers and home sellers, while being paid a commission for their service.  A... Read More

What Do Real Estate Agents Do?

In this article Embarking on the journey of buying or selling a property can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. In this intricate process, a guiding hand can make all the difference.  Enter the real estate agent—a real estate professional equipped with an... Read More

Contingent vs. Pending: What’s the Difference in Real Estate?

In this article As a real estate investor, it’s important to always be on the lookout for deals. If you see a property you like that has a contingent listing status, be sure to keep an eye on it. If certain... Read More

Buying a House in a High Risk Fire Zone: What Investors Need To Know

In this article Wildfires aren’t something that most people think about—but they can happen nearly anywhere. Just as a wildfire unexpectedly broke out in Maui and devastated the island, the same thing can happen in other places. Wildfires usually occur without any... Read More

Home Appraisal: How It Works & How Much It Costs

In this article The home appraisal is a big part of the home buying process, especially if you need a mortgage loan. Lenders require appraisals to ensure the home is worth enough money to lend to investors to purchase the home.... Read More

How to Find Who Owns a Property

In this article Suppose you come across a house or land that interests you but don’t see a for sale sign. You might wonder how to find out who owns a property. Since property ownership records are public, you can access... Read More

How Long Does It Take to Close On a House?

In this article As a real estate investor, buying a new property is a significant personal and financial decision. While the process can be challenging sometimes, it’s all worth it once the transaction is complete.  Understanding how to purchase a house is... Read More

How to Buy a House With Bad Credit

In this article Buying a house isn’t always a bed of roses. The yin and yang of interest rates in 2023 are out of this world, and for those with bad credit, it adds even more stress into the mix. Although obtaining... Read More