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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When You Should (and Shouldn’t) Pull Out Equity from Your Rental Property
Investing in single-family rental properties brings many rewards, but perhaps none can grow an investor’s wealth better than equity. As residential real estate appreciates and any related mortgage principal is paid down, the equity on a property can become a significant asset on any balance sheet. When this happens, you ...
Think Realty Podcast #298 – Unlocking Real Estate Success: Land Trust Secrets Revealed!
With the multiple options to invest in the real estate industry, have you considered a land trust? Eddie sat down with Joseph Seagle from My Land Trustee to discuss what the company does, how unique it is to the industry and why it is important to a real estate investor ...
Think Realty Magazine January/February 2024
+WHAT'S INSIDE Cover Story | How Real Estate Can Create Positive Social and Commercial Outcomes Market & Trends | Where to Spot Distressed Property Buying Opportunities in 2024 • Prime Suspects for Correction Design | Make Your Next Renovation a Real Splash! Funding | Preparing for Long-Term Financing of Single-Family Residential Rentals • An ...
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 ...
How High-Earning Real Estate Agents Can Become “Agent-Optional”
Restore balance and sanity to your career without sacrificing income. Do you feel burned out? Uncertain of how much you will make this year? Tired of hustling? All four U.S. regions have posted year-over-year declines in home sales, according to the National Association of Realtors. The 30-year fixed-mortgage rates are ...
The Advantages of Investing in Commercial Real Estate
Whether you’re a seasoned single-family investor or new to real estate, there are several benefits to investing in commercial assets rather than single-family real estate. Single-family residential investing is often viewed as a training ground for commercial real estate. It’s easy to see why. Conventional wisdom says to start small ...
4 Regulatory Changes Investigators Must Understand
The evolving regulatory environment demands that investors pay attention. Smart investors know they’re not just up against the market. They’re also up against the regulatory environment. Regulators aren’t the enemy, but the evolving regulatory environment does demand close attention. Ignorance isn’t an excuse. Investors who find themselves out of compliance ...
Think Realty Podcast #297 – Exploring Multifamily Opportunities
Have you wanted to dive into the multifamily marketplace, but didn’t know where to start? Eddie sat down with Joe Harriman and Mark Purtell from CTC Capital Management, to discuss how to transition into multifamily investing, which marketplaces they are investing in and if there are any other markets they’re ...
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 ...
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 ...
Making the Most of Home Equity
Investors and homeowners can maximize equity to meet life goals. The U.S. real estate market has experienced an unprecedented surge in home price appreciation during the past three years. Since 2020, the average national price for a home in the U.S. has increased by 29%. In the previous decade, the annual ...
Are Your Residents Holding Large, Noisy Celebrations? How to Manage Resident Parties
Part of living a full and happy life is celebrating holidays with family and friends. But what happens if your residents like to throw large, noisy parties at your rental property? As a property owner, it’s important to know what can be done about resident parties and why you should ...
Think Realty Podcast #294 – The Sky Is the Limit With Royal Palm Funding!
Did you know that there is a commercial real estate lender focused on first mortgages in the sub $5MM space, and their platform allows individuals to earn passive income by investing alongside them? It’s true! Meet Royal Palm Funding! Eddie sat down with Noah Miller from Royal Palm Funding to ...
Think Realty Podcast #293 – Do Better, Invest Better With Land Betterment Corporation
Ever wish your real estate investment felt like you were doing good in the community? Eddie sat down with Kirk Taylor to discuss the role Kirk plays at Land Betterment Corporation and about the objective of the program. They chat about the overall mission and tactical side of the business, ...
Real Estate Investment for Retirement: Securing Your Financial Future
An articles series on navigating the private lending world Planning for retirement is a crucial component of financial management. Although traditional investment options like stocks and bonds are widely known, real estate investment is often overlooked as a powerful tool for securing your financial future. Let’s explore the various strategies ...
The Secret Weapon of Alternative Investing
Bank unsecured business lines of credit offer investors many advantages in today’s dynamic marketplace. In the world of alternative investing, opportunities are abundant. But to seize them, one needs financial agility. This is where bank unsecured business lines of credit come into play. As a unique financing mechanism, they stand ...
How I Achieved a Million Dollars in Cash Flow
I followed five steps to realize $1 million in cash flow in less than 10 years. Becoming a successful investor doesn't happen overnight. It requires patience, hard work, and the ability to reassess following any mistakes. In fewer than 10 years of intentional investing, I was able to acquire an ...
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 ...
Think Realty Podcast #293 – Get More Income Out of the Properties That You Already Have
Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to monetize every piece of unused space and see the value from a property? Eddie sat down with Joseph Woodbury from Neighbor.com to chat about what Neighbor.com is and how it could help in your investing journey. They discuss the idea of full ...
How to Decide Which Type of Commercial Property to Invest In
If you’re interested in investing in commercial real estate, it’s important to consider what type of property is best for your portfolio. There are several different types to choose from — and each has its own risks and benefits. Here’s what you need to know about different commercial properties, so ...
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 ...
10 Things You Should Know About Investing in Industrial Properties
Whether you're looking for your first real estate investment or your 50th, it's prudent to consider industrial property. There are many different types of industrial properties, but one thing they all have in common is that most are used for something other than commercial or residential purposes. Instead, industrial properties ...
Think Realty Magazine November/December 2023
+WHAT'S INSIDE Legislation | Sometimes Legislation Is “Signaling” Cover Story | A Restart, Not a Startup - Featuring Bill Tessar of CV3 Financial Services Design | Top It Off! Market & Trends | Investing Opportunities in Overlooked Markets • East Meets West • Top 5 Recession-Proof Markets in 2023 Funding | Real Estate Investment for ...
10 Strategies for Investing in Real Estate During an Economic Downturn
The period of robust and consistent economic expansion since the pandemic seems to be coming to an end. Consumer prices continue to rise, but the annual inflation rate dropped to 5% in March. That's significantly lower than the 9% reported in June 2022 but still much higher than the target ...
Finding Deals With Good Cash Flow
Many investors are finding it challenging to locate the deals that provide good cash flow. Traditional real estate investing is in a tricky spot right now. The Fed has raised interest rates by more than 4% during the past two years in an effort to slow inflation and mitigate its ...
