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What effect will the slowing outside world have on our economy?

Danny Johnson | 5 Sep 2014

The gap in economic performance between the U.S. and overseas is widening, holding U.S. rates down. However, the data brings as many questions as answers for the economy. By historical… more

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Two critical keys to know before you bid on investment property at auction

R J Palano | 5 Sep 2014

When I preview houses prior to mortgage foreclosure sales or any type of auction there are two critical key things that I do. There is no substitute for experience and… more

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3 ways to diversify your real estate investing portfolio

Editorial Staff | 3 Sep 2014

Every discussion involving real estate investing usually centers around the concept of diversification. It is universally accepted as the golden rule of real estate investing, and the best way to… more

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Home prices nationwide increase 7.4% year over year new report says

Editorial Staff | 2 Sep 2014

Home prices nationwide, including distressed sales, increased 7.4 percent in July 2014 compared to July 2013, according to a new report from CoreLogic. This change represents 29 months of consecutive… more

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How well do you know the neighborhood where you are investing?

Kevin Guz | 2 Sep 2014

I recently had an opportunity to purchase a home in a great neighborhood. It had great resale potential, plus great lease opportunity if you wanted to buy and hold it. … more

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9 ways I have managed to keep tenants renewing their leases for the long term

Larry Arth | 2 Sep 2014

I learned early on in the business world that success is all about building relationships. I knew I had to build a strong relationship with my tenants, and those long-term… more

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3 big things the world economy is wrestling with right now

Danny Johnson | 29 Aug 2014

Here in the U.S. we enjoy the sturdiest economic situation in the world, no matter how creaky it may feel. But, to look outside… eyes wider and wider all the… more

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Home price growth continues to slow in all cities

Editorial Staff | 26 Aug 2014

Home prices across the U.S. continue to slow this year, according to a release from the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Index report. The home price index covering the entire nation increased… more

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The No. 1 most important thing about buying a house at auction

R J Palano | 25 Aug 2014

If you’re watching “Flip this House” or “Property Wars” on television, take my advice: Turn it off. These shows are orchestrated BS showing potential buyers doing inadequate research hoping they… more

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Fed may be closer to a rate hike than many assume

Danny Johnson | 22 Aug 2014

The world is a better-looking place than one week ago, and Fed Chair Yellen whispered “bang” but did not shoot. Thus the great barometer, the 10-year U.S. Treasury-note, rose a… more