Phoenix Arizona is one of the cities that has one of the richest histories in the United States. It was home to some of the first settlement communities and was also home to one of the oldest Indian tribes in all of North America. Today, the city is a sprawling metropolis with the sixth-largest population…
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Successful Real Estate Investment
In order to become a successful real estate investor, there are 5 key areas that must be mastered. 1) Become an expert in property acquisition 2) Understand the rule of 7 3) Use leverage to your advantage 4) Maintain strong cash flow 5) Tax benefits While there are many other factors that the real estate…
Are San Pedro Belize Real Estate Prices Dropping?
San Pedro Belize Real Estate Prices Buying real estate in Belize is becoming a popular option among foreign investors. In fact, the country has been experiencing a strong boom in property prices over the past several years. A popular residency program in the country has helped to fuel the boom. If you’re thinking of purchasing…
HUD Foreclosure – An Explanation
The number of foreclosed homes continues to rise these days. Foreclosure has different types and one of them is HUD foreclosure. HUD starts by purchasing an FHA-backed loan or an FHA loan. In the event the borrower defaults, the lender turns to FHA for the outstanding balance on the mortgage and FHA will pay off…
How well are we preparing the next generation?
“There’s just a problem with common sense; it’s not very common.” – Bryce’s Law We have some very bright and ambitious young people joining the workforce now, but they are doing so at a very different time in the business world. Thanks to technology, we now live and work in a society that is moving…
Do I need an LLC for my rental property?
LLCs and real estate seem to go hand in hand these days. Anyone you talk to who dabbles in real estate investing understands the need for liability protection, but they may not understand the proper way to protect yourself. Your insurance broker may have told you that a general policy will work, but I have…
Barnum CO Real Estate Options
Barnum, one of Denver’s many neighborhoods, is located in West Denver, surrounded by 6th Avenue, Alameda Avenue, Perry Street, and Federal Boulevard. The neighborhood area is named for the owner of Barnum and Bailey Circus, PT Barnum, who in 1882 had purchased more than 760 acres for wintering, and many of the streets in the…
Investing in Commercial Real Estate Through Crowdfunding
Commercial Real Estate Real estate crowdfunding is a new way of investing in real estate. Unlike traditional real estate investment vehicles, which require considerable time and management, crowdfunding is a more passive approach. It also allows investors to invest in multiple properties, as opposed to investing all their money in one property. Traditionally, crowdfunding real…
REAL Cash Buyers Vs Motivated Sellers – Which is More Important?
When I first started investing in real estate I was brainwashed into looking strictly for motivated leads and once I got a deal I would magically find a cash buyer by holding a bandit sign or posting an ad on craigslist. Well, if you follow my blog, you’ll know what my craigslist adventures have been…
Buyer’s Remorse – How to Get Rid of Your Timeshare!
Many timeshare owners come away surprised and tired of a presentation. They’re not sure what just happened or how they ended up buying a timeshare. At some point in the three-hour song and dance, they got involved and ended up signing on the dotted line. Pretty quickly after that buyer’s remorse kicks in. They want…