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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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 ...
00:08:44| Flip & Dani often talk about how the operator has to be somebody that's experienced, somebody that knows what they're going to do and has grit. You are looking for someone who is not going to run when the going gets tough because the going can get tough in ...
7 Pros and Cons of Investing in Foreclosures in 2023
As an investor, you’re always on the lookout for properties that will return substantial profits. With an uncertain housing market, as well as high inflation and interest rates, foreclosed properties may be on the verge of flooding the market. A property becomes foreclosed when a homeowner fails to make mortgage ...
Midwest Multifamily Market Trends
Although there is increased interest in Midwest multifamily investing, the pace of interest rate hikes has slowed activity. Still, optimism remains for 2024. “Investors, who are seeing rent growth fall, are consequently shifting their money into Midwestern markets where they are still finding slow but steady growth.” —Aarthi Swaminathan, MarketWatch ...
Think Realty Podcast #290 – Passive Investments From Vacant Lots to Resort Communities
If you want to be a passive investor with a tried-and-true process and don’t want to wholesale, this is the podcast you NEED to watch! Eddie sat down with Michael Poggi from The Millionaires Real Estate Investment Group, to discuss how he went from being a Chicago stockbroker to investing ...
The Benefits of Investing in New Construction Properties
While all investment strategies and different types of properties have their own competing lists of pros and cons, some can feel like easier approaches, particularly for investors who may have a fairly new portfolio. For those looking to invest in new construction, the possibilities of how and when to buy, ...
Think Realty Podcast #289 – From Rocket Scientist to Real Estate Mogul
Adonis Lockett has made the unconventional jump from a rocket scientist to real estate mogul and has now created a product that could prove to be an industry disrupter. Eddie sat down with Adonis to chat about his product, “MyRE360”, and how investors can utilize it and take the same ...
Creating the “Wow” Factor with Your Home Renovations
To achieve a dramatic before-and-after feel, consider these five tips. Everyone loves to see the great before-and-after photos of homes. Even major networks like HGTV, DIY, and the new Magnolia Network have made millions off the fact that everyone loves a great “before and after. Witnessing the makeover of an ...
Think Realty Podcast #288 – Empower Her With InvestHer!
“I'm third generation real estate investor, and the biggest shame is that more women and minorities are not represented in this space.” – Eddie Wilson One of the major inequalities in the real estate industry is that there aren’t enough women in the investing space, so Eddie sat down with ...
