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Think Realty Podcast #331 – Adapting to Change: Navigating Self-Directed IRA Transitions
When the company you've trusted for years goes through a major transition, it’s natural to feel a little uncertain. But could this be the best thing for your investments? Eddie sat down with Anne Marie Rogers, a self-directed IRA expert who's been in the industry for over a decade. Recently, ...
Always Visit a Turnkey Rental Property Before Buying
Always Do At Least One Site Visit Before Purchasing—Even If The Property Isn’t Located Near You. Buying a turnkey rental property is one way to build a successful and relatively "hands-off" real estate investment portfolio. Even so, you should be personally involved in every aspect of selecting and verifying the ...
How Interest Rates Impact Real Estate Investments
An article series on navigating the private lending world Interest rates play a pivotal role in real estate investments. They influence borrowing costs, property values, and overall market conditions. As an investor, you must understand how interest rates impact your investments to make informed decisions. Let's explore the effects of ...
What does it take to leave a high-paying corporate career and build a successful private lending business from the ground up? Eddie sat down with Shaye Wali, CEO of Baseline Software, who shares his inspiring journey from being a Morgan Stanley banker to founding a lucrative private lending software company ...
Navigating the Uncertainty of Interest Rates and Market Volatility
High Interest Rates And Market Volatility Offer Challenges And Unique Opportunities. Investing in real estate in today's volatile market can be challenging. Add in high interest rates, and the challenge only increases. Still, prime investment opportunities exist even in this uncertain market. Let's look at how you can find them ...
The Secret Role of Interior Designers in Spec Home Success
Interior Designers Can Ensure Style, Functionality, And Profitability From The Ground Up. With big shortages of housing across the country, investors are increasingly building new spec homes from the ground up rather than flipping houses. But given current inflationary pressures, building new homes or custom-spec homes is becoming incredibly challenging ...
The First Deal Ignites the Path to Freedom
00:08:40 | When people land their first deal, it's a major milestone—like a baby taking their first step. Once they overcome that initial fear of the unknown, it builds confidence and fuels the passion to keep going. We had our own doubts about buying apartments, but we went ahead anyway ...
00:07:44 | The rule of 72 helps determine how long it's going to take you to double your investment based on an annualized fixed rate of return. When you're trying to set goals, it's a really easy way to figure out the time frame of when you’ll hit your goals ...
The Damage That Emotions Have On Investing
00:08:53 | Dan Fleyshman, at one of the recent mastermind events spoke about investing in something that started to tank; he got emotional and pulled his money out right before it skyrocketed. He realized he should have just left the money alone. So now he gives himself permission to invest ...
How to Prep Your Rental Property for Inclement Weather
For rental property owners and managers, unpredictable weather can present a real challenge. From heavy rain and snowstorms to extreme heat and high winds, inclement weather can wreak havoc in the most unexpected ways. While you may not always be able to predict what the weather will do, you can ...
Turning a Small Down Payment into Big Returns
Leverage Is A Tool For Growing Your Portfolio. Despite rising interest rates, seasoned real estate investors often thrive by focusing on leverage rather than just low interest rates. Leverage, or using borrowed funds to boost investment returns, is essential for quickly scaling profits in rental or fix-and-flip properties without using ...
Think Realty Podcast #329 – Learn How to Retire Early and Grow Your Wealth TAX-FREE!
Did you know the Roth IRA could be your most powerful tool for building wealth in real estate? Eddie sat down with Kellie Griffith from CNB Custody to explore why experts call it the "Holy Grail" of investing. They break down how to maximize your returns, avoid capital gains, and ...
Combatting Fraud in the Lending Industry
Liquid Logics Is Working To Prevent Lending Fraud With Technology That Reduces Verification Times And Enhances Security. One trend that has been at the top of everyoneís mind recently is fraud and, more specifically, fraud protection. How can lenders protect themselves against bad borrowers? How can an individual prove bank ...
What to Know About Mineral Rights Ownership
Mineral Rights Ownership Can Offer Greater Returns Than Just Equity Appreciation. Owning the rights to deletable natural resources such as oil, coal, and natural gas, allows you to earn royalties passively. With proper due diligence and careful consideration of market conditions, mineral rights can be an attractive asset to own ...
Customer Service as a Key Differentiator
EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE IS AN IMPORTANT FACTOR AS YOU CONSIDER A LENDER. Many lenders have focused their strategy on providing discount experiences with bargain rates at the cost of a personalized and outstanding experience for their clients. The savvy investor, however, keeps in mind the relationship they hope to build ...
Think Realty Podcast #328 – Is Property Management Your Biggest Liability?
Ever feel like property management is the toughest part of real estate investing? You’re not alone! Eddie sat down with Stacey Brown from Real Property Management, who shared insider tips on turning property management from a liability into an asset. With over 77,000 properties under management, Stacey offers a unique ...
Dominion Financial Services Launches Bridge Loan Program
It Offers 100% Acquisition And 100% Rehab Financing For Fix-and-flip Projects. Dominion Financial Services (DFS), a national private lender for residential real estate investors, has launched a new bridge loan program designed to revolutionize investment financing. The program offers up to 100% acquisition and rehab financing, with interest rates starting ...
Understanding Commercial Property Loans
Business Owners Must Understand How Commercial Property Loans Work. Securing a commercial real estate loan is a critical step for any business that requires office space, a retail storefront, or a manufacturing and shipping space. A commercial loan is needed whether you intend to purchase, refinance, or redevelop commercial real ...
Adding Value Is Always on Trend
Change Is Constant, And The Best Way To Combat Change Is To Continuously Add Value. Change is a constant in the marketplace, and it can create uncertainty for us and the people we serve. How will the new rules for realtors affect buyers and sellers? How do the outcomes of ...
What is an LOI in Real Estate Investing?
00:06:27 |What is an LOI? It stands for Letter of Intent. Flip & Dani discuss this one page document that outlines the terms and the conditions of the deal. In commercial real estate, this is what starts everything. One important thing to note about an LOI is that it's not ...
Is Your Money Liquid When Investing In Real Estate?
00:06:15 |Real estate investments are generally not very liquid. When you invest in real estate, whether it's a house, an apartment complex, a storage facility, or land, you typically need to sell the property to access your money. This process takes time, as it requires finding a buyer and securing ...
Modernize an Outdated Property to Boost Your ROI
In such a competitive rental market, it can be difficult for older homes to compete against modern updated homes, particularly if an older home requires certain updates. The professionals at Real Property Management work with property owners to ensure a maximum return on investment, including making upgrades in older homes ...
Think Realty Podcast #327 – Invest Smarter, Together!
Are you curious about how to build wealth through real estate but don't want to do it solo? Eddie sat down with Stella Han to learn more about Fractional, a game-changing platform for investors, and how you can join the community and start your journey with as little as $5,000! ...
9 Strategies to Maximize Investments in a High- Interest-Rate Economy
These Strategies Will Help You Navigate High-interest-rate Challenges Effectively. Real estate investors face new challenges, but also opportunities, in today's high-interest-rate economy. Gaining insight and deploying the right strategies puts profiting in this market within reach for the smart investor. The nine strategies outlined below will help you navigate the ...
Using a Business Operating System to Navigate Industry Trends
The Empire Operating System Equips Real Estate Investors To Capitalize On Industry Trends And Optimize Operations For Success Real estate investment is an ever-evolving landscape that demands staying ahead of industry trends to be successful. Leveraging a systematic approach like the Empire Operating System can help you navigate these changes ...
