Investment Strategy

Learn about asset classes and investment methods that dial into strategies to meet your REI goals: Alternative Investing | Commercial | Funds | IRAs | Multifamily | Single Family | Syndication

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Investment Strategy

Learn about asset classes and investment methods that dial into strategies to meet your REI goals: Alternative Investing | Commercial | Funds | IRAs | Multifamily | Single Family | Syndication

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Is It Time to Switch from Home Investing to Commercial?

Is It Time to Switch from Home Investing to Commercial?

Investing in property—land, hotels, office buildings, apartments, private homes—has long been a moneymaking proposition. Of course, a major investment company or builder, solidly financed and determined to produce only the very top of the line condominiums in Monaco will have different challenges and resources than the average investor. However, for ...
Real Estate Investing Versus 401(k)

Real Estate Investing Versus 401(k)

The most commonly accepted retirement plan in the United States today is the 401(k) plan. But have you considered real estate investment as a retirement vehicle? Let’s take a look at the two options. 401(k) Plans Interestingly, the 401(k) wasn’t even intended for use as a retirement vehicle when it ...
What You Need to Know About the “Value-Add” Buzz

What You Need to Know About the “Value-Add” Buzz

The problem with buzzwords in the world of investing is they replace sound decision-making with decisions based on hype. ​​Remember the buzzwords that dominated last year? Crypto and meme stocks were generating a lot of investor attention—along with their money. Flush with stimulus money, newbie investors flooded the markets, snatching ...
Think Realty Webinar: What Investors Should Know About Navigating the Upcoming Market

Think Realty Webinar: What Investors Should Know About Navigating the Upcoming Market

Think Realty is providing you with another FREE WEBINAR! On September 26th at 5PM (CST), our founder Eddie Wilson along with Glenn Stromberg from MobileVestEd will be speaking about what investors should know about navigating the upcoming market. In this webinar, you will learn: Learn the current economics of a ...
Should Investors Be Alarmed About Recent Market News?

Should Investors Be Alarmed About Recent Market News?

It doesn’t matter where we get our news, none of us have been able to escape talk about an upcoming recession, rising interest rates, and “historically” high inflation. Seeing the Federal Reserve raise interest rates another 75 basis points can definitely be disheartening. Although it is certainly a warning, it ...
Investors' Role in the Housing Crisis

Investors’ Role in the Housing Crisis

Looking at the economy, we see an ecosystem that works like a well-oiled piece of machinery. It has a lot of parts and wheels that each play a vital role in its operation. If one piece of the machinery is worn down, the other pieces are affected. But you can ...
What Is Legacy Investing?

What Is Legacy Investing?

Many of today’s entrepreneurs aren’t looking to start businesses just to make money; they are looking to make a difference while making money. For generations, the main reason for investment was to build wealth. And, if you were fortunate enough to achieve that end, a subsequent goal was passing that ...
How to calculate your moving costs per cubic foot

How to calculate your moving costs per cubic foot

Anyone who has ever had to move to a new house understands that it can be stressful, as you are likely to confront an array of problems that need your attention from arranging all paperwork to packing. When relocating, you'll need to estimate the exact cost of moving your belongings ...
Fix and Flip: A Practical Guide for Investors in 2022

Fix and Flip: A Practical Guide for Investors in 2022

Over the last decade, investors have flocked to fix-and-flip properties, which primarily delivered healthy margins in relatively short order in a booming market. ATTOM estimates that house flips accounted for 4.9% of all home sales in the second quarter of 2021. In 2022, the picture looks quite different. With supply ...
Become a Strategy Savvy Investor

Become a Strategy Savvy Investor

We’ve all done it. At some point, we’ve driven by the house with the abandoned vibe and thought, “Man, somebody should buy that and turn it into a (insert: restaurant, boutique, salon, office, remodel, etc.).” Some of us may even have momentarily considered doing it ourselves. That’s the voice of ...
4 Ways to Protect Your Investment in Recessionary Times

4 Ways to Protect Your Investment in Recessionary Times

As Warren Buffet said, “The first rule of an investment is don’t lose money. And the second rule of an investment is don’t forget the first rule.” The financial markets are in distress. Stock market values are down significantly year to date. Cryptocurrency values are down even more. Everyone is ...
Change Brings Opportunity

Change Brings Opportunity

According to an old Chinese proverb, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is now.” This is true about so many things in life, especially investing in real estate. In a changing market, however, many people might challenge that advice. Like the seasons, ...
5 Key Considerations Before Selling Your Home For Cash

5 Key Considerations Before Selling Your Home For Cash

A house is an excellent investment that many people want for personal or business purposes. Private buyers consist of individuals and families, whereas business buyers include real estate professionals and investors. Cash home buyers or real estate investment firms may often offer ‘homes for fast cash’ deals or purchase properties ...
The Real Difference: Property Management Made Easy

The Real Difference: Property Management Made Easy

Owning rental properties requires significant commitment and upkeep; the volume of tasks required to keep your rental home in good shape and always leased can sometimes seem overwhelming. Hiring a professional property management company like Real Property Management that can perform almost all the work needed to protect your rental ...
Top 10 Things to Know About SFR Investing

Top 10 Things to Know About SFR Investing

Whether you're new to investing or simply want to explore options in your real estate portfolio, we're here to help you get the facts on single-family rentals (SFR). SFR investing has been a hot ticket item for investors for some time— and it’s not cooling down anytime soon. Despite all ...
Think Realty Magazine September/October 2022

Think Realty Magazine September/October 2022

+ WHAT'S INSIDE Investment Strategy |  Change Brings Opportunity • 4 Ways to Protect Your Investment in Recessionary Times • Become a Strategy Savvy Investor • Fix and Flip: A Practical Guide for Investors in 2022 • Are Series LLCs a Good Choice? • What is Legacy Investing? • Should Investors ...
5 Tips to Sell Your Home Faster

5 Tips to Sell Your Home Faster

When you want to sell your house, you want to do it as fast as possible, especially if you need the money urgently. Not only that, but it also lets you move on with your life and begin the next stage. Although most people would want a home that they ...
Maximize Profit and Minimize Taxes with Real Estate Investing

Maximize Profit and Minimize Taxes with Real Estate Investing

Andrew Carnegie is famous in many circles, but one of his quotes stands out: “Ninety percent of all millionaires become so through owning real estate.” Although there are several real estate investment strategies, most novice investors start with a rental home, often their own or the other half of their ...
The Market for New Construction Rentals in Southwest Florida

The Market for New Construction Rentals in Southwest Florida

You may have been thinking about your real estate investment and wondering, with the state of the economy, where you should look to purchase next. The past two years have seen unprecedented migration from all areas of the United States into Florida, with the southwest Gulf Coast leading that trend ...
Don’t Believe the Negative Headlines!

Don’t Believe the Negative Headlines!

Lots of investors are active in today’s real estate market, despite mixed messages you may see in the headlines. So, do they know something you don’t? Chris Clothier, partner at REI Nation, is pulling back the curtain, sharing insights you should have as an investor navigating flips, dips, and more ...
Modernize an Outdated Property to Boost Your ROI

Modernize an Outdated Property to Boost Your ROI

In such a competitive rental market, it can be difficult for older homes to compete against modern updated homes, particularly if an older home requires certain updates. The professionals at Real Property Management work with property owners to ensure a maximum return on investment, including making upgrades in older homes ...
Think Realty Podcast #242 – Evolving in the Economy

Think Realty Podcast #242 – Evolving in the Economy

Between inflation and interest rates rising, everything is more expensive. With that in the back of every mind, what can you say to investors who are trusting you with their capital or properties? Our guest, Tom Olson from GoodSuccess.com, talks about the current state of the market, how he evolved ...
Pet-Friendly Features Tenants Look for When Purchasing a New Home

Pet-Friendly Features Tenants Look for When Purchasing a New Home

Coming home after a long, exhausting day, there is nothing better than being greeted with a purr or a tail that is wagging. Pets are more than just animals to their owners; they are part of the family. Along with improving children's behavior, they provide companionship and home security. But ...
Myths and Truths about Real Estate Investing Every Investor Must Know

Myths and Truths about Real Estate Investing Every Investor Must Know

Every investment venture has myths and truths, and it's upon you to do your research to distinguish what is real. If you want financial independence, then start investing in real estate. This sector is a bit challenging for new investors, and that's where real estate agents come in. To make ...
Moving Soon? Here Are 6 Tips for Finding the Perfect Home in a Hurry

Moving Soon? Here Are 6 Tips for Finding the Perfect Home in a Hurry

Have you recently been employed at a new job in a new location and need to relocate as quickly as possible? Are you moving soon but haven't yet found a new place to live and want to know what you should keep in mind when trying to find the perfect ...