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Hot Markets for Real Estate Investors
October 14, 2024 | 2.5 Minute Read While the average homebuyer may feel the pressure of rising interest rates, real estate investors are stepping in, capturing a record share of homes. Investors accounted for 14.8% of home purchases in the first quarter of 2024—the highest percentage since data tracking began in 2001, according to Realtor.com® […]
The 1% Rule is Making a Comeback
August 19, 2024 | 2 Minute Read Back in April, I discussed the 1% rule and its relevance to real estate investing. The 1% rule helps investors evaluate a property’s price against its potential gross income. According to this rule, the monthly rent should be at least 1% of the purchase price. For more details, […]
All-Cash Offers From Big Investors Recede
July 29, 2024 | 2 Minute Read During the hypercompetitive pandemic years, cash was king as investors flooded the housing market with hefty cash offers. Now, however, the trend is shifting. According to a recent Realtor.com® report, the percentage of investors purchasing homes with cash dropped to 64% in the first quarter of 2024. This […]
4 Places to Buy Property for Big Profits
July 1, 2024 | 2 Minute Read Time As home prices continue to soar in markets across the country, investors may be seeing dollar signs. Anyone who purchased a property prior to the COVID-19 pandemic has probably seen its value appreciate significantly in recent years. In fact, owner-occupied housing wealth increased $9 trillion between the […]
When selling an investment property is a bad idea
June 24, 2024 | 1.5 Minute Read Time An out-of-state investor was seeking to sell his recently vacated turnkey property. This neighborhood, a very affordable, rising blue-collar working-class area, has been a target for investors looking to flip and hold properties for years. The previous Section 8 tenant paid $800 per month. The investor is […]
Building Wealth With The 4-3-2-1 Real Estate Strategy
May 27, 2024 | 1.5 Minute Read Build wealth through real estate investing requires strategic planning and a clear roadmap toward financial stability. One such roadmap gaining traction among investors is the 4-3-2-1 rule, a strategy that outlines the ideal financial outcomes for building a rental portfolio of properties. 4 Properties for Stability: The cornerstone […]
10 High-Risk Real Estate Markets
May 20, 2024 | Reading Time: 4 Minutes Historically, real estate investment has yielded substantial returns. The S&P 500 Index reports that the average annual return on commercial properties is about 9.6%, slightly lower than the 10.3% return on residential properties. However, real estate investment carries inherent risks. Factors such as market timing, location, demand, […]
Use Debt To Pay No Taxes
May 13, 2024 | Reading Time: 2.5 Minute Investors often use borrowed money, known as debt, to finance the purchase of properties. This strategy allows them to acquire more assets than they could with their own capital alone, significantly increasing their potential for growth and income. https://youtu.be/b_jMHK7QXRw?si=ouEL2NfjI_P7Fnaf One of the key benefits of using debt […]
Five Real Estate Tech Trends To Watch In 2024
May 13, 2024 | Reading Time: 5 Minutes Technological innovations, such as the rise of remote work facilitated by advancements in communication technology, can reshape housing preferences. Changes in work patterns and lifestyle choices may alter demand for certain types of properties, leading to localized price adjustments. 1. Tech Challenges: The property technology sector, a […]
Considering Cap Rates In Today’s Market
April 29, 2024 | Reading Time: 2 Minutes If an investor is considering what to look for in a real estate investment, a cap rate is one of the first factors they review. They want to know their return before debt service (the mortgage). You can find the cap rate by taking the net operating […]
