How much should individuals be investing in their real estate education? Real estate education is clearly important for every individual employed in the industry, as well as investors and other consumers. However, the amount investors should invest in their education remains a topic of hot debate. Few blink at the high prices of private education...Read More

Despite complaints, competition in the California real estate investment world can be a great thing. It can be great for the state, for consumers, and for real estate companies themselves. While some real estate investors and consumers have been quick to hit the internet and gripe about how increasing competition has made things more difficult,...Read More

As we head into 2015, real estate CEOs, investors, and agents are dusting off new plans. However, their effectiveness in budgeting will make all the difference in whether they reach their goals or fall short. So, what essential items do these pros need to be budgeting for in the year ahead? Even real estate professionals...Read More

Want to take your real estate career to the next level in 2015? Whether you are a San Diego real estate agent, real estate assistant in New Haven, CT, home staging expert, investor, California mortgage broker, or offshore freelancer providing support services to U.S. real estate companies, the following 10 tips will keep you growing...Read More

What lessons should real estate investors be gleaning from American banks’ biggest blunders? While most of the media spin, and online debates focus around pointing fingers at U.S. banks, savvy real estate investors might be best served observing the available lessons so that they don’t repeat them. Collections One of the biggest bank stories is...Read More

When you stop learning, your real estate business will suffer. Regardless of how much you may think you know, there is always something to be gleaned that can improve your position. Consequently, those real estate agents, investors and CEOs that throw themselves into learning have the biggest advantage. So what savvy real estate knowledge building...Read More

Property taxes are one of the least understood aspects of real estate. That said, what do you need to know about property taxes? Perhaps even more importantly, how can you protect your property and finances? Property taxes can be tricky for first-time homebuyers, aging homeowners, real estate investors, and real estate professionals. So what are...Read More

Can home buyers, sellers and real estate investors negotiate San Diego realtor fees? Some don’t even think twice about paying fees to their realtor. Others immediately dismiss the idea of ever working with a San Diego real estate agent, or participating in a transaction that hosts a realtor. Others hit the web, social and online...Read More

Any good landlord will tell you that you are only as good as your tenants. In addition to finding good tenants, however, it is also critical to protect yourself and your property at all times. This means taking measures before you commit to a new tenant. Conduct routine maintenance to make sure the property is...Read More

Commercial real estate loans are becoming more commonly used by real estate investors and wealthy property buyers. With conventional lending still trying to catch up, more and more individuals are using various forms of commercial financing. Having said that, what do borrowers need to know about commercial loans? Perhaps even more importantly, how can they...Read More