Earnest money deposits remain one of the most controversial parts of a real estate transaction. Losing deposit money is expensive, and it can happen to even the best investors. Some are so afraid of losing the precious little deposit they...more >>

Are you interested in raising capital for your real estate startup? There are venture capital firms, private equity funds, family offices, crowdfunding portals, and angel investors who are simply looking for somewhere to put their money. How can real estate...more >>

What should real estate investors do when mortgage lenders start getting tough to work with? There is no question about it: some lenders can be very hard to work with at times. There are even circumstances that can cause difficult...more >>

What is a ‘starter home,’ and is it time you bought one? Is it time for you to kick renting to the curb? If so, which type of property should you be buying? What role should a starter home play...more >>

How can real estate investors rev up their returns to achieve more success? The Franklin Multiple In reference to the $100 bill sporting the face of Benjamin Franklin, the ‘Franklin Multiple’ is all about achieving 100x returns. So how have...more >>

Winning in real estate is as much about knowing which mistakes to avoid as it is about knowing what to do. There are some very obvious blunders to avoid, of course: failure to launch, expanding at the wrong time or...more >>

There are many people that have been on a break from real estate investing for almost a decade. Many are dreaming of making a comeback. They know it is the best option for getting ahead, and back on track to...more >>

Real estate businesses that want to attract the best talent in the industry, and on great terms, will strive to establish themselves as the employer of choice. Once you dominate this position in the minds of industry workers, you can...more >>

What steps can you take today to become a better real estate investor tomorrow? Whether you still haven’t gotten started in real estate, or you already have 100 plus properties under your belt, what are some of the moves you...more >>

Like it or not, there is no denying the powerhouse that is McDonald’s. The company has pioneered the fast food industry, and even revolutionized it. In fact, few companies have realized success on a level that McDonald’s has seen since...more >>