Why You Should Be Tracking Months of Supply Real Estate Data
June 17, 2024 | 4 Minute Read We are finally seeing signs of panic in the real estate market following the release of new data from various reliable sources. The main concern for many right now is the rapid growth in inventory. Experts who have accurately predicted market trends since 2020 agree: regardless of how […]
The Fed’s Balance Sheet and Impact on Real Estate
June 10, 2024 | 3.5 Minute Read Looking ahead, the United States faces significant borrowing needs, with projected expenditures surpassing revenue by approximately $2 trillion in 2024. The shortfall requires the government to issue treasury securities to fund its spending, thereby increasing the supply of securities in the market. Moreover, new mortgages also contribute to […]
The Power of Real Estate Debt Investment
May 27, 2024 | 2.5 Minute Read Diversifying your investment portfolio is a time-tested strategy that helps mitigate potential losses and offers opportunities for wealth growth over time. Real estate debt investments provide a unique way to diversify, offering exposure to the real estate market without the hassle of actively managing a property. Real estate […]
The Top 10 Real Estate Investing Strategies
April 29, 2024 | Reading Time: 6 Minutes The good news about real estate investing is that you have options. Don’t worry. REI.School has got you covered. The strategy you choose to go with will depend on different factors. What’s your tolerance for risk? How much control do you want over your investment? What’s your […]
Housing Market’s Fear Factor: Separating Fact from Fiction
April 29, 2024 | Reading Time: 2 Minutes Fear often paralyzes potential buyers and sellers, keeping them on the sidelines of the housing market. And much of this fear is stoked by sensationalized media coverage that prioritizes clicks over accuracy. Let’s be clear: the media isn’t in the business of serving the public; it’s a business […]
Understanding Hard Money Loans
April 29, 2024 | Reading Time: 1 Minute If you are looking to fix and flip a project and need a hard money lender, they will loan you up to 90% of the purchase price and 100% of the renovation costs. However, the total amount is capped at 75% LTV (loan-to-value) of the after repair value […]
How are your cash reserves?
April 22, 2024 | Reading Time: 2 Minutes If you’re feeling uncertain about your cash reserves, it’s wise to consider shoring them up, even amidst the likelihood of a soft landing in the market. This means ensuring you have enough liquidity to weather potential economic shifts. Even if there’s a modest decrease in rates, it […]
Understanding the 1% Rule
April 22, 2024 | Reading Time: 1 Minute The 1% rule is a guiding principle in real estate investing that assesses the relationship between a property’s purchase price and the income it can generate. According to this rule, the monthly rental income should be at least 1% of the property’s buying price. To apply the […]
Huge Number of Homeowners Hold Onto Favorable Mortgage Rates
April 18, 2024 | Reading Time: 6 Minutes Something profoundly unusual has unfolded in the American housing market over the past couple of years, marked by a rise in mortgage rates to around 7 percent. These rates, though not historically extraordinary by themselves, present a challenge due to the fact that the average American household […]
Focus on Real Estate Fundamentals
April 15, 2024 | Reading Time: 1.5 Minutes Disregard for Fundamental Principles: With the market experiencing strength, many investors are overlooking fundamental principles. This could involve factors such as the intrinsic value of assets, economic indicators, or risk assessment. When the market is performing well, there can be a tendency to become complacent and neglect […]