Why I Converted a Listing to a Short Term Rental
July 29, 2024 | 5 Minute Read December 2021, I assisted an out-of-state investor with refinancing his turnkey properties in Birmingham. To my surprise, I discovered that he had several short-term rentals (Airbnb’s) in the same areas where we had long-term Section 8 rentals. Who would have thought short-term rentals (STRs) could operate in these […]
Stress Test Your Analysis Before Buying
July 22, 2024 | 1 Minute Read From a historical perspective, real estate investments have demonstrated substantial returns. According to the S&P 500 Index, commercial properties have averaged an annual return of approximately 9.6%, which is only marginally lower than residential properties by about 0.7%. From a historical perspective, real estate investment has demonstrated substantial […]
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 […]