Posts filed under: Real Estate Investing Basics

Real Estate Investing Basics

Breaking Down the “Location, Location, Location” Principle

In this article When you ask what the most important factor is when buying a piece of real estate, whether it is a primary residence, a second home, or an investment property, their response will often be the old adage: “location,... Read More

Six Sources of Deals That Investors and Agents Can Capitalize on in Any Market

In this article There are three things on investors’ and agents’ minds right now: high interest rates, elevated home prices, and low inventory. With mortgage rates approaching 8% and the median price for a home in the United States over $410,000 (up around 46% from $280,000 in... Read More

Buying a Tenant-Occupied Property? You Can’t Afford to Leave Out These Terms

In this article As investors, we often come across properties that seem to be good deals, but there’s one big issue: the current tenants.  It becomes obvious that the current owner isn’t managing professionally, they didn’t screen properly (or at all), and... Read More

Four Ways to Approach Real Estate Investing Online

In this article Investing in real estate digitally can seem daunting at first. How can you use tech to build and curate your portfolio? Luckily, we’ve outlined four easy ways you can integrate tech into your real estate business and use... Read More

What Is Real Estate?

In this article Real estate is simply any land or property. It can encompass buildings, structures, natural resources, and mineral deposits.  When you purchase real estate, you’re buying any and all improvements and the legal right to use and improve the land.... Read More

What Is a Mortgage?

In this article Most people can’t afford to buy a house or property outright, which is where a mortgage comes into play. But what is a mortgage, and how does it differ from a loan? A mortgage can come from a bank,... Read More

Home Equity: What It Is, How To Calculate, & How To Use It

In this article Yes, those monthly mortgage payments are good for something besides the obvious: this little thing called equity. Simply put, home equity is cash you can access thanks to those monthly payments you make every month. Whether you’re looking to... Read More

What Is a Lien in Real Estate?

In this article A lien is a financial claim that a person or company has on a property. Liens are generally placed on real property, such as homes and commercial buildings, but they can also be placed on other forms of... Read More

Landlord Insurance is Getting Expensive—Here’s 7 Ways to Reduce Your Bill

In this article As a property owner, you understand the importance of safeguarding your rental investments. Landlord insurance offers invaluable protection against potential financial setbacks associated with rental properties, allowing you to protect yourself and your rental property business. In this article, we’ll walk... Read More

Why and When Real Estate Investors Should Use General Contractors to Their Advantage

In this article One of the best ways to make money on a real estate investment and to add another equity possibility to the mix is to buy a distressed property—one that needs some degree of work. Whether it is a complete... Read More