One of the most common methods of entry into the real estate investing business is through wholesaling. It requires limited capital and offers a fairly straightforward process. In a typical wholesale transaction the wholesaler connects a seller with an end buyer.  When the contract is assigned the wholesaler steps out of the way and either...Read More

There is much more to investing in real estate than finding properties to pursue. Where many investors slip up is not recognizing the importance of staying on top of every area of their business.  As cliché as it sounds you need to treat your investing like the business it is.  This means keeping a constant...Read More

The rehab process isn’t complete until you sell your property. You can do everything right throughout your rehab but it won’t matter if your property sits on the market.  Even if you did quality work and made smart upgrades you can’t overplay your hand.  Where you price your property will often dictate how quickly it...Read More

There are multiple ways to purchase a property. Your financing options are largely based on your available capital and your long term investing goals.  The financing you choose for a rental property is often not the same as what you would use for a rehab.  There are times when lender financing makes the most sense. ...Read More

The real estate investing business isn’t easy. There are times in most every investor’s career when you will question what you are doing.  There may even be times when you feel that you have had enough and will never master the business.  You are not alone.  Like any other business investing in real estate is...Read More

Good tenants are the backbone for any successful rental property. You can have the best property in a great location but if your tenants are poor it won’t make a difference.  In many cases the better you are as a landlord the better your tenants will be.  There are several little things that you can...Read More

It has often been said in the real estate world that there is not much that separates one investor from another. In a local market most investors have access to the same contacts and an equal chance when a new listing becomes available.  If this is the case why are some investors more successful than...Read More

There are many stages to a successful real estate flip. Most investors feel that once they complete the work on the property their job is over.  In many respects the job is only just beginning.  You can do everything right from start to finish but you still need to get your property sold.  Selling for...Read More

It is easy getting caught up in the everyday hustle and bustle of your real estate business. Unexpected tasks always seem to pop up at the worst possible times.  Before you know it you spend all day trying to accomplish one single item.  This is a way of life for many investors.  Instead of focusing...Read More

One of the keys to a successful real estate business is a diversified portfolio. The different avenues you have for creating wealth the safer your business is.  There are many investors who are intimidated at the prospects of a commercial property.  They feel that the greater number of units the risker the investment is.  The...Read More