How to Protect Your Properties from Theft
July 15, 2024 | 3 Minute Read Time With the volume of properties we are renovating, several often remain vacant for some time. Having vacant properties is bad enough, but leaving them vulnerable to theft and vandalism is even worse. Over the years, we have experienced break-ins at our these vacant properties. Thieves have stolen […]
The 5/1 ARM’s Come Due for 1.7M Homeowners
July 8, 2024 | 2.5 Minute Read Time Unlike the more popular fixed-rate mortgage loans, ARMs can provide temporary relief for homebuyers wanting to avoid higher mortgage rates, but they come with risks. After the fixed introductory period — usually five, seven, or ten years — the rate on an ARM adjusts periodically based on […]
Real Estate Fearmongering for Clicks
July 8, 2024 | 5 Minute Read Time I am always amazed by the number of experts or gurus on YouTube predicting a real estate crash in 2024. Many of these YouTubers skillfully use psychology to craft their content, titles, and thumbnails to maximize clicks. More clicks translate to more subscribers and greater opportunities to […]
Why the U.S. Housing Market May Nosedive
July 1, 2024 | 5 Minute Read Time The U.S. housing market, a pillar of the American economy and an indicator of financial health, has recently faced a significant decline. This downturn, reaching unprecedented lows, has raised alarms across the financial sector, affecting homeowners, prospective buyers, and investors alike. Various factors have contributed to this […]
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 […]
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 […]
How the Fed Influences Interest Rates
May 13, 2024 | Reading Time: 4 Minutes The Federal Reserve is renowned for its role in shaping economic cycles, often characterized by periods of expansion and contraction. However, its effectiveness is sometimes hindered by a lack of comprehensive understanding of the economy’s dynamics and the delayed impact of its actions. One significant driver of […]
Why Refinancing At A Higher Rate May Be Your Best Move
April 29, 2024 | Reading Time: 2 Minutes As an investor eyeing a refinance for your rental properties, you’re sitting on the fence waiting until commercial rates drop from their current 7.5% average. Your existing rate stands at a favorable 5%, but your portfolio boasts a nice chunk of equity you’re thinking about using for […]
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 […]