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An Investor’s Guide to Financing Options
Whatever your financing strategy may be, success as a real estate investor today requires access to capital when you need it and a partner for the long-term. With inventory at an all-time low and home prices and interest rates at an all-time high, real estate investors are anxiously trying to ...
Proper entity structure and tax optimization can create advantages for real estate entrepreneurs. In the competitive world of real estate investing, structuring your business correctly can be the difference between success and failure. Beyond securing financing, finding lucrative deals, and managing properties, building a robust legal and financial foundation is ...
Rental Property Compliance and Responsibilities of Landlords
Being a property owner can be highly rewarding, but it also comes with difficulties and is time-consuming, especially when things don't go as planned. And, with the significant impact of legislation on real estate, failing to grasp your responsibilities can result in severe penalties and fines for breaking the rules, ...
Understanding the importance of advocacy and how to harness its power for your benefit while also using the Empire Operating System is key to a successful real estate business. Advocacy can make a world of difference in your real estate endeavors, but do you know how to use it to ...
Top 5 Factors to Consider When Investing to Commercial Properties
Commercial real estate investment comes with challenges and opportunities that are unique and different to those encountered when investing in residential property. To be successful in commercial property investment, it is important to have a solid understanding of factors that can influence the performance and value of the asset. Let’s ...
Evaluating Rental Rates and Knowing When to Raise the Rent
As a rental real estate investor, knowing how to evaluate the local rental market and set accurate rental rates is essential to long-term profitability. In fact, the rental rate should be one of the important calculations you make before you even buy an investment property. It’s also important to re-evaluate ...
Is 100% Financing An Actual Product?
The answer is “yes,” but is it for you? Finding the right financing option for your real estate investment project is crucial. One unique product in the private lending space is 100% financing. Many real estate investors are surprised to discover it is an actual product. Like every other lender, ...
Top 5 Recession-Proof Markets in 2023
Choosing the right real estate investment to add to your portfolio requires ample research and extensive knowledge about the market you're investing in. A poor decision can result in your portfolio dropping substantially in value at a time when you're trying to increase your gains. When the broader markets start ...
Think Realty Webinar: Retire Your Way: The Solo 401k Strategy for Entrepreneurs
Think Realty is providing you with another FREE WEBINAR! On January 17th at 12:00PM (CST), Nathan Long with Quest Trust Company will be speaking on "The Solo 401k Strategy for Entrepreneurs." Join Quest President Nathan Long as he shares what makes the Solo 401k so desirable for busy entrepreneur. You’ll ...
A Real Estate Investor’s Guide to a Changing Market
Strategies for Real Estate Investors Thriving in a Volatile Market In an era marked by constant shifts, the U.S. real estate market is no exception. Investors find themselves navigating through a maze of escalating property prices and dwindling affordable housing. Yet, the show must go on. Below, we delve into ...
Transforming your home into a retirement community residence is a great way to generate income while providing a valuable service to seniors in your community. Venturing into this type of business requires one to be knowledgeable about caring for older people. A good environment will ensure that they maintain a ...
Harnessing AI in Real Estate: A Game-Changer for Tech-Savvy Investors
In the whirlwind arena of real estate investing, staying ahead of the curve means more than just understanding the intricacies of the market. It's about capitalizing on cutting-edge technologies to gain a competitive edge. As AI continues its relentless advance across industries, its implications in real estate are profound, especially ...
Essential Hard and Soft Skills to Real Estate Investing Success
Successful real estate investors typically possess a range of essential skills that help them to navigate the complexities of buying and managing single-family rental homes. While developing “hard skills,” like in-depth knowledge of the real estate field, contracts, financing, and others are an important part of investing success, there are ...
Rental Property Tax Deductions: The Bottom Line
One of the most appealing aspects of owning single-family rental homes is the long list of deductions available to you come tax time. Unlike an owner-occupied property, when you own and operate rental homes you can claim deductions for a wide range of expenses, from insurance to maintenance costs to ...
8 Tools to Elevate Real Estate Presentations and Engage Buyers in the Digital Era
A well-crafted presentation can elevate your real estate business ahead of your competitors. The product is one thing, of course, but presentation is the key. That’s why real estate marketers now rely on a number of hi-tech tools to provide personalized experiences, tap into the emotions and desires of their ...
How to Build a Long-Distance Real Estate Investing Team
For investors in the long-distance rental real estate industry, building a team you can trust is one of the most important tools for success. Buying and managing single-family rental properties at a distance can be one of the most rewarding investment options available. But doing so profitably requires a team ...
6 Ways to Update Your Apartment Complex with New Amenities
As apartment living continues to be a popular housing choice, property managers and owners are increasingly looking for ways to enhance the resident experience and add value to their complexes. One effective approach is to invest in new and innovative amenities that cater to the modern lifestyle. Here, we'll explore ...
Vacation Rental Property 101: What to Look For & How to Maximize Your Investment
What if you could pay for an investment property’s monthly mortgage payment in a single weekend? It’s quite possible, thanks to the popularity of vacation rental platforms like Airbnb and VRBO. In fact, Airbnb hosts alone made $22 billion from their vacation rentals in 2022. In this article, we'll explore ...
Which Home Climate Control Systems Are Best for Investment Properties?
With daily temperatures rising throughout the world and areas of Australia reaching 35˚C on average, a home climate control system or an HVAC is crucial if you want to survive the heat. It’s also a given if you’re looking to put your property on the rental market. Nobody wants to ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
