Month: July 2018

Closing ‘Subject To’ deals are easier than you may think. Once you get the seller to sign the Purchase and Sale Agreement, you simply have a title company close the deal. Now, not every title company is familiar with ‘Subject To’ deals, so be sure you search around for one that has some experience with…

No doubt the majority of folks that get into real estate investing get into it because they want to build wealth. From gaining equity long-term, fixing and flipping for a fast profit, or betting on appreciation, the goal is the get a good return on your investment. Now some property investors start purchasing real estate…

Bali is one of the most desired vacation locations in the world. Known for its magical landscape, mystical temples, exotic feel, gorgeous beaches, and cultural treasures, Bali is a one-of-a-kind destination. If you’ve had Bali on your mind for a while now, don’t you think it’s time to invest in a dream vacation such as…

As you know, finding motivated sellers is essential as a real estate investor. What you may not know is that a realtor can be an asset when you’re on the search for homes that aren’t currently listed in the MLS. How can a realtor help you? The role of a real estate investor can simply…

The real estate investment business is an excellent avenue to add residual income and continue to build wealth. The industry continues to grow, as more and more people become interested in starting such a business. If this sounds like you, I want to give some applicable tips to help you begin your business while paying…

When you spend time on effective marketing, you’re bound to get calls from homeowners wondering how you can help them. Whether they’re responding from an ad on Craigslist, word of mouth, or a direct mailing, knowing how to handle your first call from a homeowner can put any anxiety at rest and give you a…

Investing in distressed real estate is different than investing in the regular residential real estate. As “distressed”, the property may be in pre-foreclosure, foreclosure, short sale, the owner may have a huge lump sum that’s due, perhaps there’s a collateral issue with another property or some other situation that causes the property to be in…

Research from the University of California, Berkeley, indicates that the quality of your friendships can impact your health, which is something to be mindful of in a day and age where loneliness is a number one complaint for many people. Data suggest that those that have strong social relationships with friends simply live longer. Not…

If you’re in the real estate investment industry, you may have experienced a tenant abandoning your property. Maybe they were in the middle of a lease and didn’t want to wait until the term was up to move, or perhaps they left in the middle of the eviction process. Either way, the tenant’s decision to…

Investment property analysis is something you can learn to become adept at, but it’s going to take a little bit of time and practice. Granted, there are some great analysis tools online that can assist you, but learning the ins and outs of what to look for in an investment property is important too. As…