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How to Make Rentals Senior Friendly

How to Make Rentals Senior Friendly

As the U.S. population ages, the demand for rental properties that cater to the unique needs of seniors is on the rise. In recent years, the burden of homeownership is something that an increasing number of retirees are opting out of. With larger numbers of renters and tenants in their ...
The Pros and Cons of Refacing Cabinets When the Budget Is Tight

The Pros and Cons of Refacing Cabinets When the Budget Is Tight

As budgets have tightened over the last few years, cabinet refacing has begun to grow in popularity. Not long ago, the idea of refacing a cabinet seemed almost like a custom project—something to be pursued only if you were looking for a unique style or color you couldn’t find in ...
Best Practices for Investors with Out-of-State Rental Properties

Best Practices for Investors with Out-of-State Rental Properties

If you’re looking to diversify your rental property portfolio, investing in rental properties outside of your local area may be one of the best ways to expand your horizons and maximize your returns. There are many reasons to look out of state for rental properties, not the least of which ...
Think Realty Podcast #307: Revolutionizing Real Estate – Unveiling Padsplit’s Game-Changing Model!

Think Realty Podcast #307: Revolutionizing Real Estate – Unveiling Padsplit’s Game-Changing Model!

Eddie says, “Coming into our space, real estate investment for so long has been a sleepy place where a lot of Mom and Pops are buying rental properties. There's not a lot of innovation. There's not a lot of people coming in, and the ones that are coming in to ...
Stage Your Listing to Attract Quality Tenants

Stage Your Listing to Attract Quality Tenants

Strategic virtual staging can help you transform your rental listings into irresistible homes that appeal to top-tier tenants. The best way to maintain a steady cash flow is to fill your rental with high-quality tenants as soon as you receive a notice of vacancy. In 2024, the best and quickest ...
Think Realty Magazine May-June 2024

Think Realty Magazine May-June 2024

+WHAT'S INSIDE Featured Article | Designing with Plants Design | Stage Your Listing to Attract Quality Tenants • The Pros and Cons of Refacing Cabinets When the Budget Is Tight • Trends in Home Design for 2024: A Colorful and Romantic Renaissance • Blending Modern and Classic Design Elements • Designing Reuse: ...
Key Factors for Successful in 2024

Key Factors for Successful in 2024

By embracing these key factors, real estate investors can navigate the industry’s complexities and maximize their opportunity for success in 2024 and beyond. In 2024, the real estate investment landscape is projected to be competitive. To succeed in this industry, investors must adapt to evolving market conditions. The following factors ...
+Workshop: Get Prime +1% Unsecured Top-Tier Bank Credit Lines Part II

+Workshop: Get Prime +1% Unsecured Top-Tier Bank Credit Lines Part II

| Merrill Chandler | Plus | Funding
01:14:28 | In this Part II Workshop from his hallmark presentation at Think Realty’s Phoenix 2024 Conference and Expo, Credit Expert Merrill Chandler will deep-dive into the foundational concepts of Get Prime +1%, Business Credit Lines With No Collateral. Merrill founded Get Fundable! and the Approval-Readiness Formula™ to help serious ...
The Age of Smart: IoT Technology and Smart Buildings

The Age of Smart: IoT Technology and Smart Buildings

| Taylor Miller | Article | Operations
You’ve heard of smartphones, smart TVs, and even smart cars. The next wave of “smart” will hit commercial buildings. In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, IoT has given birth to a new era of innovation—smart buildings. These structures, armed with interconnected devices and sensors, are transforming the way we ...
DSCR – Deep Dive Creating Wealth Through Leverage

DSCR – Deep Dive Creating Wealth Through Leverage

01:06:04 | No Income? No Problem! No Assets? No Problem! Join two experienced loan originators and investors who have millions in long-term holds and short/mid-term rentals themselves. They will speak to you about how to be successful in funding your next DSCR loan. Learn not only from the people who ...
Think Realty Podcast #306 – Life, Business, Legacy

Think Realty Podcast #306 – Life, Business, Legacy

Everyone wants to leave a legacy, but what are you really leaving your family? Eddie sat down with Aaron Chapman from SecurityNational Mortgage to take a deep dive on how he is working so hard to create a legacy and make sure the next generation has a chance to succeed ...
Be Wary of Experts

Be Wary of Experts

| Skyler Wilson | Article | Operations
Avoid marketers who make false promises; instead look for professionals who offer honest expectations about your marketing strategy. In the fast-paced world of real estate and marketing, the term ”expert” is thrown around like confetti at a celebration. We’re inundated with self-proclaimed gurus who promise to unravel the secrets of ...
What to Look for in a Property Management Company

What to Look for in a Property Management Company

A property management company can take the stress out of owning a rental property. Managing a rental property is a full-time job. For property owners who desire a little more free time, hiring a residential property management company is an excellent way to take some of the burdens of rental ...
Think Realty Webinar: Navigating the World of Private Lending

Think Realty Webinar: Navigating the World of Private Lending

Think Realty is providing you with another FREE WEBINAR! On June 4th at 1:30PM (CST),  Damon Riehl with LoanBidz.com will be speaking on "Navigating the World of Private Lending." This informational webinar will focus on how to select a lender for your next investment and will help position yourself to ...
Wondering How to Dominate the Houston Real Estate Scene? Let’s Dive In!

Wondering How to Dominate the Houston Real Estate Scene? Let’s Dive In!

Houston, renowned for its diverse culture, thriving economy, and booming real estate market, presents an enticing landscape for realtors looking to make their mark. But how do you navigate this dynamic city and emerge victorious in the competitive world of real estate? Fear not, as we unveil the secrets to ...
Think Realty Podcast #305 – Thrive Without Sacrifice!

Think Realty Podcast #305 – Thrive Without Sacrifice!

Don’t get stuck on the hamster wheel, you CAN have financial freedom and you can have it SOONER than you think! Eddie Wilson sat down with our Resident Expert, Greg Slaughter, to discuss his latest project, Strive2Thrive Academy, and how he is living after systemizing his personal and professional life ...
How to Build a Long-Distance Real Estate Investing Team

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 ...
The Art of Networking: A Realtor’s Advantage

The Art of Networking: A Realtor’s Advantage

| Neil Timmins | Article | Operations
Networking is important to growing your business, but not for the reason you might think. Your business is suffering because you don’t do this right: Network. The word may conjure up icky memories of stilted conversations about the weather or “Can you picture how that would help you (fill in ...
How to Maximize ROI by Using Professional Real Property Inventory Services

How to Maximize ROI by Using Professional Real Property Inventory Services

Organizations that don’t use professional real property portfolio inventory services could be harming their return on investment. Though real property inventories can be difficult to manage, some organizations hesitate to seek external assistance, assuming their staff has the knowledge and time to satisfy inventory responsibilities. This hesitation is often the ...
The Peak of Private Lending: Exploring Growth, Sacrifice, and Success from Constructive Capital President, Ben Fertig

The Peak of Private Lending: Exploring Growth, Sacrifice, and Success from Constructive Capital President, Ben Fertig

There are a lot of question marks surrounding the lending industry and current market, so Eddie sat down with Ben Fertig, President at Constructive Capital, to chat about all things currently happening in the lending space. They chat about legislation being passed, if the gaps in the conventional lending space ...
Squatter’s Rights: Protecting Against Adverse Possession

Squatter’s Rights: Protecting Against Adverse Possession

| Taylor Miller | Article | Operations
A look at the differences in adverse possession laws in three states calls out the importance of knowing your rights as a landlord or owner. In the years since the pandemic, it seems that instances of squatters refusing to leave a property and getting away with it have been on ...
The Remote Work Revolution

The Remote Work Revolution


Flexible work arrangements are reshaping real estate markets. It’s hard to overstate how much remote work could reshape real estate markets. In a recent panel at Columbia University, one expert compared remote work during the pandemic to the Bolshevik Revolution. Another said that this is the first time employees haven’t ...
5 Real Estate Investment Trends for 2024


5 Real Estate Investment Trends for 2024


| Kiavi | Article | Market & Trends
Despite the challenges ahead, making informed decisions can lead to good returns in 2024. In the dynamic landscape of real estate investing, 2024 presents both challenges and opportunities. Despite economic uncertainties like surging mortgage rates, fluctuating housing prices, and low inventory, the real estate market remains a gateway for first-time ...
Correction Cascade

Correction Cascade

When will home prices realign with income levels? Since 2021, home prices are sharply higher in every market across the country—so much higher that they’ll have to come back down. Home prices can be out of line with local incomes for a while, as they are right now, but not ...
Reasons Why Spring is the Time for Buying and Selling Rental Property

Reasons Why Spring is the Time for Buying and Selling Rental Property

The arrival of spring, with its warmer temperatures and beautiful blooms, coincides with an increase in rental market activity. Part of the reason for this increase is due to tenant preferences. But for rental property investors, there are other key reasons why spring is a prime time for buying and ...