The Housing Bubble Nobody Wants to Admit
September 15, 2025 | 2.5 Minute Read Everyone’s waiting for the Fed to make its next move on rates. My prediction through the end of the year? September 18 → Cut 0.50% (from 5.25% → 4.75%) October 31 → Cut 0.25% (from 4.75% → 4.50%) December 11 → Cut 0.25% (from 4.50% → 4.25%) But […]
Wholesalers: Stop Using the Same Script on Investors
September 1, 2025 | 2 Minute Read Every single week, without fail, I get emails, texts, and calls from wholesalers across the country wanting to buy my properties. I respect the hustle—leveraging technology to reach homeowners is smart. But here’s the problem: I’m not your typical “homeowner.” I’m an investor. And that distinction matters. Why? […]
It’s Not a Mortgage Rate Problem. It’s a Price Problem
August 4, 2025 | 3 Minute Read There’s a lot of noise right now about interest rates and the housing market. You’ve probably heard the common refrain:“If the Fed would just lower rates, houses would start selling again.” But that misses the bigger picture. We don’t have a mortgage rate problem—we have a home price […]
My Zillow Hack To Finding Cheap Properties
August 11, 2025 | 2 Minute Read Hunting for real estate deals on Zillow used to be a slog—hours spent sifting through listings for that rare gem. But with the right strategy and a powerful (free!) keyword list, you can now uncover investment properties faster and smarter. Understanding Zillow’s Game Plan Zillow is the go-to […]
Comp a Property When Comps Don’t Exist
August 4, 2025 | 3 Minute Read What do you do when you find a great potential rental, but the comparable sales (“comps”) are unclear, underwhelming, or nonexistent? It’s a common challenge. Sometimes we’re tempted to force a square peg into a round hole just because we like the property. But to make sound investment […]
The Deceitful Trick Wholesalers Use to Increase Profits
June 30, 2025 | 2 Minute Read While browsing the MLS, I found a property listed for $57,500. I contacted the agent—only to learn it was actually a wholesaler, who failed to disclose “seller holds equitable interest.” That’s a required disclosure when marketing a contract on the MLS. Still, I scheduled a showing. The home […]
Where to Find Foreclosures
June 16, 2025 | 3.5 Minute Read If homeowners default on payments, the lender can foreclose to recover the loan. This creates opportunities for real estate investors to buy distressed properties at discounted prices but with growing competition, especially in today’s market it’s harder than ever to find them. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. […]
What Happens When Your Contract Falls Off a Cliff?
June 2, 2025 | 4 Minute Read I currently have (or had) two properties under contract that were scheduled to close this past Friday on Friday, May 30th. Neither deal has closed. As you know, real estate purchase contracts are legally binding agreements with specific closing timelines. When a seller fails to close on time, […]
About that “As Is” Clause in Your Contract
April 28, 2025 | 2 Minute Read The “as is” clause is a powerful tool. When a property is sold “as is,” it means the seller is offering it in its current condition, with no promises to repair, replace, or improve anything before closing. While it can make the deal easier, it also comes with […]
How to Hire the Right Property Manager
April 7, 2025 | 3 Minute Read I often hear from out-of-state investors looking to offload their rental properties. The biggest reason they want to sell? Bad property management. It’s a common and costly mistake. A property manager can make or break your investment. When these investors contact me wanting to sell, I often end […]