You never know when you may want, or need, to rent a property. There are many investors who got their start in the business by renting out their primary residence after the mortgage collapse.  There is also a large segment of investors who decide to rent after putting their rehab on the market.  A solid...Read More

Even the most casual sports fan has probably heard about the great run the Golden State Warriors are on this year. For those who haven’t the Warriors won an NBA record 73 games this year and are well on their way to back to back championships.  While they are led by MVP Stephen Curry they...Read More

Cash flow is the most important consideration when buying a rental property. Appreciation is nice but far from a guarantee.  A rental property with strong monthly cash flow will positively impact your overall real estate portfolio.  It is important to stay on top of your rental market, expenses and any changes in rent at all...Read More

Negotiation is a major characteristic of being a successful real estate investor. You use this skill on a daily basis more than you may realize.  Not only is this helpful in finding deals but many other aspects of your business as well.  You negotiate in almost everything you do and everything you purchase.  Successful negotiation...Read More

One of the biggest differences between average investors and great ones is their ability to quickly evaluate a property. The great investors can walk into a new listing and within minutes know what they want to offer, what they anticipate spending and what the expected after repair value will be. Getting to this point takes...Read More

Your credit score is something that you cannot take for granted. You may only use credit a handful of times a year but when you do you need your scores to be strong.  A poor credit score will increase interest rates, fees and may even cause your application to be denied.  Conversely strong scores give...Read More

There are many different ways to find deals in the real estate world. One of the most popular methods is by obtaining a real estate license.  It has long been preached that a real estate license will give your business an added boost.  While it can certainly help at times it may not be as...Read More

As a landlord you can’t control everything with your rental property. There are times when you think you have the perfect tenant only to find they are breaking the rules of your lease.  How you respond when you hear the news directly reflects the success of your property.  If you turn your head and continue...Read More

Real estate investing has undergone numerous changes in the past two decades. Perhaps the biggest change is with the number of part time investors.  For years a majority of real estate investors entered the business on a full time basis.  This was not just a hobby but a career.  In recent years there has been...Read More

There is a lot that goes into buying a great investment property. It takes a combination of due diligence and hard work in several different areas.  If you let your guard down in any area along the way you open yourself up to trouble.  One mistake with an investment property can end up costing you...Read More