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Ready to get your read on? Dive into the article archive to help you build wealth through real estate investing. We feature top subject matter experts exploring every facet of the industry.
Dig deeper than the published reports about job growth before you decide to invest in a market. Of the many jobs that were lost during the pandemic, some quickly returned when lockdowns ended, some turned out to be gone for good, and some are still finding their way back. That ...
How Legislation Impacts the Real Estate Investment Industry
Staying informed about relevant legislation helps investors make decisions about investment strategies, risk, and profitability. Legislation plays a significant role in influencing real estate investing. Laws and regulations can impact property acquisition, ownership, development, financing, leasing, and sales. Let’s take a closer look at each one. 1. Zoning and land-use ...
5 Ways to Give Your Investment Property a New Look
With remodels on the rise, you want to give your property an updated look without breaking the budget. With whole-house flips slowing down, remodels are becoming more common. Kitchen and bathrooms are usually the focal point of these remodels. But the problem with trying to give any property a new ...
Getting fundable is more than just having a good credit score. Lenders make the most money when they lend money, right? Then why does it seem like they want to keep borrowers in the dark about how to qualify to borrow their money? The reality is lenders wish you knew ...
Investors in the cannabis industry must carefully evaluate all factors affecting their target market to minimize risk. The California Gold Rush of the 19th century is an ideal study in risk management. The lure of unimaginable wealth and the romanticism of the American frontier pulled hundreds of thousands of fortune ...
Real estate investors appear to be focused more on rental properties than on fix-and-flip opportunities according to the Spring 2023 Investor Sentiment Survey from RCN Capital, conducted by market intelligence firm CJ Patrick Company. More than half of the survey respondents (53%) indicated that they plan to hold investment properties ...
Best ROI Optimization Strategies for Single-Family Rental Property Owners
There’s no doubt that the real estate market has faced some unprecedented challenges in the last few years. For single-family rental property owners, those challenges have brought about many changes, as well. Volatile markets, economic concerns, and a societal shift in personal and professional priorities have all demanded resilience from ...
Re-Righting—Not Rewriting—the History of African American Real Estate Investors
A new wave of African American businesspeople is helping to create generational change in their local communities through real estate investing. In inescapable piece of the rich history of African Americans is that many stories accepted as truths are all too often written by those who seek to harm and ...
Navigating the No-Loan Landscape
In the coming months, lenders will be selective when financing commercial real estate deals. The failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank have only added to the pressure on borrowers. Wary of further bank runs, lenders are moving to preserve capital and shore up their balance sheets. For the ...
Think Realty Webinar: The Do’s and Don’ts of Fix and Flip Investing
Think Realty is providing you with another FREE WEBINAR! On September 13th at 12:00PM (CST), Mark Burch and Ben Joanis with Temple View Capital will be speaking on "The Do's and Don'ts of Fix and Flip Investing." In this webinar, you will learn: Three Pieces of the Puzzle: 1. Loan/Financing ...
Pros And Cons Of Buying Property At Auction
Stepping into the world of real estate investment marks a pivotal move toward achieving financial independence. One such investment is the buying and selling of properties. The potential to generate passive income, benefit from tax advantages, and experience capital appreciation make property investment a compelling choice for those seeking wealth ...
Broker Power: A Key to Investors’ Success
Working with a mortgage broker for your real estate funding needs offers a number of advantages. Working with a mortgage broker for your real estate funding needs offers a number of advantages. As a residential real estate investor, you face a myriad of decisions that shape the trajectory of your ...
10 Tips for Successfully Managing Your First Rental Property Investment
Take the time to consider your goals, plan your acquisition strategy, and decide how to manage the property. Investing in a rental property is a favored way to earn passive income and build wealth. But the process can be intimidating for first-time investors. It involves a series of decisions and ...
Where to Expect Increasing Foreclosure Volume for the Rest of 2023
Nearly nine in 10 (86%) mortgage servicing industry professionals surveyed at the Auction.com Disposition Summit in June said they expect their organization’s completed foreclosure auction volume to increase in 2023 compared to 2022. Most (62%) expect volumes to increase slightly while 24% expect volumes to increase substantially. Foreclosure Volume Drivers ...
How does cladding work? In buildings and houses, cladding is a process of attaching or covering a structure with a material. It is a method of creating a unique appearance for residential housing. It is important to study the environment and consider the main function of the building before choosing ...
How to Invest in Single-Family Rentals While in the Military
Active-duty military personnel might think that investing in real estate is simply not an option while serving their country. But the reality is that even active members of the military can successfully invest in single-family rental properties. With today’s technology and the right property management team on your side, it ...
The Differences Between Student and Family Rental Properties
Some key distinctions exist between student housing and family housing. Here are some of the significant differences found between the two. There are some key similarities between multifamily and student housing regarding the construction types and the methods used for building. Still, when the design team is involved, they can ...
Think Realty Webinar: Oil and Gas Cash Flow
In this webinar, you will learn about: A diversified 4,435 acre field in West Texas with up to 30+ wells and a massive upside from the new technology. This currently producing field has immediate monthly cash flow, tax benefits, two additional pay zones and acquisition cost of $1.00 per revocable ...
Designed For Success: Creating Achievable Goals
“To me, success is not about money. It’s about what I design.” —Paula Scher It doesn’t matter what your goals are. They can be real-estate-related, or real estate can be the investment vehicle that allows you to achieve your goals. The important thing is to be clear and specific about ...
Only 41% of Homes in England Meet Recommend Energy Rating
New 2023 research from Open Property Group found that just 41% of homes in England meet the recommended Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of ‘C’ or above. This is only a 1% increase from the previous year. In 2022, only 40% of homes in England met the standard, despite the ...
3 Ways to Use Lease Management Software for Inflation Protection
No one is immune from inflation. The rising costs of goods, services, loans, and leases have impacted consumers and businesses alike. The impact of inflation on commercial real estate has been enormous, especially because inflation can drastically increase the cost of rent. As business leaders know, their lease portfolio is ...
Affinity Real Estate Media dba Think Realty Launches New Website
Kansas City, Missouri – Affinity Real Estate Media dba Think Realty (Think Realty) the premier media platform for real estate investors, featuring timely news, education, exclusive events, tools, and more has announced the launch of its new website https://www.thinkrealty.com/. Members and other users now have an easier-to-navigate website that is ...
4 Things You’ve Never Considered About Your Website’s Design
You’re a property management expert, which means you know the ins and outs of running a profitable real estate venture. But not many property management experts also can say they’re website design experts. Because of this, there are a few key factors involved in web design you may never have ...
What to Consider When Establishing Commercial Real Estate KPIs
When it comes to commercial real estate, businesses and investors must consider a number of risks, including economic uncertainties, inflationary pressures, and even business growth itself. Brick-and-mortar retail, for example, is on solid footing right now. But, a shift in consumer confidence and economic growth stagnation could lead to a ...
Considering an Additional Investment Property? Here’s Some Key Data to Help You Decide.
As a rental property investor, the key to building real wealth with your investments is to buy multiple properties. But you may have questions, including whether now is the right time for you to buy or whether you really need another investment property. While every investor’s situation is different, one ...
