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Top 8 Things That You Should Do After Buying a House

| Article | Fundamentals
Buying a house is a costly and time-consuming process. First of all, you need to determine what you are looking for and find a few houses for sale that suit your needs. Thanks to the internet, you can do that with ease. You just have to start googling things like ...
Voices of Reason: Managing Your New Remote-Work Team

Voices of Reason: Managing Your New Remote-Work Team

| Webinar | Operations
00:58:51 | Many of you have transitioned -- or are in the process of transitioning -- your teams to working from home during COVID-19 shelter-in-place mandates. While technology makes this an increasingly viable option, managing a remote team is markedly different than an in-person environment. And COVID-19 means that this ...
10 Tech Savvy Garage Security Tips to Make Your Home Safer

10 Tech Savvy Garage Security Tips to Make Your Home Safer

Although not many people believe it, your garage is one of the most important parts of your house - it stores your car, as well as other, often expensive items, and many people tend to use it to enter the living area more often than the front door. However, it ...
Tips for a 1031 Exchange

Tips for a 1031 Exchange

A 1031 exchange is any large investor’s secret weapon, but you’ll want to be sure to use it even if you’re just getting started. When buying and selling homes, the IRS always wants its slice of the pie in the form of tax. Although a 1031 exchange can be tricky ...
Think Realty Magazine April 2021

Think Realty Magazine April 2021

+ WHAT'S INSIDE Investor Stories |  Contributor Corner Featuring Steve Streetman • Former Teacher Turns to Real Estate • Presidents' Circle Fundamentals |  The Right Real Estate Investment Instructors • Profiting from Real Estate Syndication • Five Strange Facts About IRAs • Commercial Review • Extend Your Capabilities with Property ...
April 2021 Commercial Review

April 2021 Commercial Review

+ WHAT'S INSIDE Commercial Review |  Commercial Real Estate Post-COVID • Protecting Multifamily Investments • Suburbanization Unveils Growth Opportunities • Using Data to Drive Self-Storage Acquisitions ...
Voices of Reason: Managing Your Real Estate Business During Covid-19

Voices of Reason: Managing Your Real Estate Business During Covid-19

| Webinar | Operations
02:53:03 | The current Coronavirus situation is unlike anything we have experienced in our lifetime. And while some of you are enthusiastic for positive opportunities, others are concerned and anxious. Regardless of which side of the emotional fence you’re on (and it might change daily), Think Realty and the American ...
What To Consider When Buying Your First Home

What To Consider When Buying Your First Home

| Article | Fundamentals, Operations
Finally! The moment you’ve been waiting for! You are ready to buy your first home. You’ve planned your finances well and saved for some time to be able to make a big purchase. However, it can be intimidating buying your first home, as you don’t have any experience in the ...
Growing Your Portfolio in Today’s Market

Growing Your Portfolio in Today’s Market

00:42:25 |  In this panel discussion, real estate experts provide strategies for expanding investment portfolios in the current market. They explore how to navigate rising interest rates, inflation, and fluctuating property values while identifying opportunities in both residential and commercial real estate.  Other Replays for this Event ...
State of the Single-Family Rental Industry

State of the Single-Family Rental Industry

00:43:02 |  This panel discussion explores current trends and challenges in the single-family rental (SFR) industry. Experts discuss rising demand for rental homes due to affordability concerns in the housing market, along with the increasing interest from institutional investors. The panel highlights key factors influencing the SFR market, such as ...
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How to Invest in Real Estate Debt Funds

| Article | Funding, Operations
Real estate debt funds gained popularity during the 2008 financial crisis. Essentially, debt funds link borrowers, who tend to be developers, to short-term capital to finance their construction projects. Real estate debt funds have in the recent past been experiencing rising interest from investors. The strong competition is leading to ...
Fix and Flip Investing – What Lenders are Looking For

Fix and Flip Investing – What Lenders are Looking For

00:48:06 |  In this panel discussion, experts from the real estate lending industry share insights into what lenders prioritize when financing fix and flip investments. The panel emphasizes the importance of a strong business plan, detailed project cost analysis, and realistic timelines when seeking funding. Lenders look for investors with ...
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Types of Loans Available to Texans and Others

| Article | Funding, Operations
Borrowed money can be utilized for a variety of things, from buying an engagement ring to funding your business dream. However, with the various types of loans available to Texans and others, which one is the best option for what purpose? Here’s a quick look at a few types of ...
State of the Multi-Family Market

State of the Multi-Family Market

00:50:03 | This session explores provides a comprehensive analysis of the current trends and conditions in the multifamily real estate sector. Industry experts will discuss market performance, occupancy rates, rental demand, and key factors impacting investment opportunities. The session will explore economic influences, financing options, and future growth projections, offering ...
Single Family Rentals – Optimizing the ROI on Your Investments

Single Family Rentals – Optimizing the ROI on Your Investments

00:44:57 | This panel gathers real estate experts to discuss strategies for maximizing returns in the single-family rental market. The panel will cover topics such as property management, market analysis, and cost-effective renovations, providing investors with actionable insights to improve cash flow, reduce expenses, and enhance long-term profitability. Ideal for ...
Jumping from Single to Multi-Family Investing

Jumping from Single to Multi-Family Investing

00:52:45 | This panel focuses on the transition from investing in single-family properties to multifamily real estate. Industry professionals will share insights on scaling portfolios, financing strategies, and navigating the complexities of multifamily investments. This discussion offers practical guidance for investors looking to grow their portfolios, increase cash flow, and ...
Tax Benefits of Investing in Real Estate

Tax Benefits of Investing in Real Estate

| Article | Funding, Operations
Real estate investment is one of the most lucrative investment options available. The industry has created countless millionaires since time immemorial. In fact, many financial experts rank real estate as the best investment to get the highest return on investment (ROI). This is also backed by many studies that have ...
How to Prepare for Millennial Homebuyers

How to Prepare for Millennial Homebuyers

The pandemic has pushed more millennials into searching for a home earlier than they had anticipated. In its third annual Millennial homebuyer survey, Clever Real Estate asked 1,000 people who are planning to purchase a home in the next year about their hopes, anxieties, and the compromises they’re willing to ...
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Is Investing in Rental Properties Worth the Risk?

Rental properties can provide a way to supplement your income and over time can lead to your only source of income. However, as with any investment, there are some risks. Listed below are a few pros and cons to owning rental properties. Fixer Upper If you’re investing in real estate ...
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Software and Its Role in the Real Estate Industry

If you work in the real estate industry, you’re aware of the many types of software that can help you work in a more efficient and productive manner. And when you do that, your chance of success goes through the roof. With that in mind, a growing number of real ...
Investing in the Houston Market

Investing in the Houston Market

00:46:52 | This panel discussion brings together industry experts to explore the dynamics of Houston’s real estate landscape. The discussion will cover key investment opportunities, market trends, and challenges unique to the Houston area, including economic factors, growth hotspots, and property demand. Attendees will gain valuable insights into making informed ...
State of the Build For Rent Market

State of the Build For Rent Market

00:45:21 | This panel discussion explores the growing trend of purpose-built rental properties and its impact on the real estate market. Industry experts will discuss current market conditions, emerging investment opportunities, and the challenges faced by developers and investors in this sector. Topics will include rental demand trends, financing options, ...
Technology That Maximizes Your ROI

Technology That Maximizes Your ROI

00:46:20 | This panel discussion explores the latest technological tools and innovations that can enhance returns on real estate investments. Industry experts highlight how technology such as property management software, data analytics, virtual tours, and automation platforms can streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve decision-making. Attendees will learn how adopting ...
Finding the Right Investment Path For You

Finding the Right Investment Path For You

00:44:46 |This panel discussion focuses on helping real estate investors identify the investment strategy that best aligns with their financial goals and risk tolerance. Industry experts discuss various pathways, including residential rentals, commercial properties, fix-and-flip projects, and real estate syndications. They offer insights on market trends, property types, and financing ...
How to Structure Notes for Maximum Value

How to Structure Notes for Maximum Value

00:45:29 | This panel discussion explores strategies for structuring real estate notes to maximize their value and returns. Experts share insights on key elements such as interest rates, amortization schedules, and collateral arrangements that can enhance a note’s attractiveness to both buyers and sellers. They also discuss ways to mitigate ...