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Explore everything from strategies to get the most bang for your buck to foundational knowledge that will get you ahead of the competition.
Then find a reputable lender here.
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How to Develop a Strong Investor-Lender Relationship
Like in any other industry, a successful real estate investor is only as good as their network of well-versed, experienced professionals, and that begins with the relationship they develop with their lender. Having a strong relationship with your lender that’s built on mutual understanding and trust can be vital to ...
Real Estate Financing: A Guide to Funding Options
As a new real estate investor, funding and finding real estate go hand in hand. Unfortunately, an absence of knowledge of finance options keeps on thwarting most novel real estate investors in the present market. However, there are multiple common financing options to choose from. The below options have been ...
Asset-Based Loans for Beginners
Are you interested in getting started in real estate investment? Or are you an experienced investor looking for alternative loan options? Then asset-based loans might be right for you! An asset-based line of credit uses your real estate as collateral, making them a great option for investors who might not ...
How to Get a Soft Money Loan with a Private Lender
Stratton Equities has created a simple and easy process to receive a Soft Money Loan for your Real Estate Investment needs. We have an array of Soft Money, Hard Money, and NON-QM loan programs that are designed for any type of Real Estate Investor to meet all your mortgage needs ...
Think Realty Podcast #194 – Econ 101
It’s no secret there is an undersupply of homes and an overwhelming buyer demand right now. On this show, find out what the fundamentals of supply and demand mean for the marketplace now and into the future. How will the margins normalize? Listen to this to find out! Plus, strategic ...
Think Realty Podcast #193 – The Debt vs. Equity Debate
How do you raise equity? How do you know whom to trust? These questions are big for real estate investors and this episode answers them and more! Learn which top strategies borrowers are doing today, how to maximize your margins, and how to work with lenders. For more from guest ...
The Ultimate Guide to Passive Income
If someone promises that you’ll make money while putting absolutely no effort, then well, there is a high chance that they aren’t entirely truthful. You might have heard that some of your friends are making a living out of a passive income, but let us assure you that to reap ...
Should Investors Focus More on Cashflow or Equity?
“Why not both?” might be your retort to this article’s title, and I would surely agree that a real estate investor should seek both cash flow and equity. There’s no reason to settle for just one or the other, of course. That being said, “focus” is the key word here; ...
Think Realty Podcast #188 – Pockets of Activity
What are gateway markets and why should investors like them? This show covers co-ownership opportunities and how investors can hit their targeted cash yields without too high of risk. From generations to geography, the boomerang effect to a mass exodus, this episode dives into social trends that are affecting real ...
How to Invest in Real Estate Debt Funds
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 ...
Types of Loans Available to Texans and Others
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 ...
Wealth Thru Private Banking & Real Estate with Gary Pinkerton
00:51:00 | This session explores the concept of using infinite banking—a strategy that leverages whole life insurance policies to create a personal banking system—to build and grow wealth through real estate investments. The session covers how this approach allows investors to access cash flow, finance deals, and create tax advantages ...
Tax Benefits of Investing in Real Estate
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 ...
Multifamily Loans: Clarification in Commercial Real Estate
Using a Multifamily Loan to finance an apartment will allow you to buy a property that could very well end up being self-sufficient from the monthly rent you receive from tenants. Buying multifamily real estate properties may seem complicated at first glance, but a Multifamily Loan now offers a private ...
Think Realty Podcast #183 – Working Well with Lenders
When you need financing, you need to play your cards right. On this show, learn what to say to a capital partner, what information to have prepared, and how much in assets you need. Also, did you know you need to have the right contractor lined up when you come ...
Understanding How Mortgage Companies Use Your Credit Report
Most people interested in purchasing real estate don’t have the cash to do so alone. Although there are several ways to acquire money, obtaining a mortgage is the most common. If approved, a loan covers the cost of the home. While a home loan makes it easier to secure a ...
Regardless of the type of investor you are and your loan scenario, there is an array of loan programs designed to meet all your mortgage needs. Hard money and fix and flip loans are among the most popular programs that real estate investors utilize. Although they are two different programs, ...
Building Relationships with Banks, Credit Unions
Ever take a look at someone’s social media page and wonder how their life could be so perfect…sunsets on vacation, skydiving, food and drink with good friends. The truth is, no matter how perfect it looks, you only get to see the good parts. The screaming kids, the cranky spouse, ...
Everything You Need to Know About Fix and Flip Loans
Fix and Flip Loans are acquired by real estate investors to buy a cheap or rundown house and fix it up to sell it again for a profit. Investors interested in renovation buy low and sell high, on a fast and furious timeline and budget. These residential Fix and Flip Loans ...
What Do Private Money Lenders Look For?
If you need to acquire funding for your next real estate investment, a private money loan—sometimes referred to as a direct hard money loan—may be the solution for you. There are a few reasons why investors will want to seek out these loans from a private lender like Stratton Equities ...
Think Realty Podcast #181 – The Equity Strategy
Smart capital. Those two words can make or break your business. This show outlines what you need to be a successful entrepreneur, and it all boils down to the right funding and being a stronger borrower. Find out how to be in the best position to attain capital and how ...
Are You a Candidate for NON-QM Loans?
You might be a candidate for a NON-QM loan, or Non-Qualified Mortgage Loan, if you do not meet the strict Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) mortgage loan conditions. This type of loan is designed for some rental property investors, borrowers that are self-employed, and those who do not meet conventional ...
Think Realty Podcast #176 – The Best Guess
This show is as close to a crystal ball as you will get! Guest Jeffrey Tesch has the experience and knowledge to explain national trends and to predict winning markets. He’s one of the best players in the REI guessing game! Find out which markets are on the rise in ...
Think Realty Podcast #174 – The Lending World
If you’re ready to talk financing for your next deal, this episode is for you! From rental loans and rehabs, to cash-in-hand, inventory and interest rates, host Abhi and guest Patti Kaiker with Finance of America dive into all of it and more—like an intriguing new-construction lending model and markets ...
Think Realty Podcast #173 – Buyer Sentiments
When it comes to markets, where should you invest now? Remote work has opened up remote markets, so you absolutely CAN attain wealth in real estate that isn’t in your own backyard! This episode covers the surges we are seeing in markets and trends in REI. Learn how to get ...
