Real estate is an asset class that allows nearly anyone to create steady income streams and build a portfolio that provides a healthy investment return. Whether you imagine yourself as a landlord with one property to manage or a real estate mogul with vast holdings, buying an investment property is an overwhelming proposition when you […]

There are many reasons sellers consider selling on their own as an FSBO, yet FSBO sales have decreased from 15 percent to only 8 percent of sales over the past few decades. Furthermore, of those that do sell, they sell for an average of 26 percent less. Considering the abysmal statistics for those who attempt […]

Equity is a driving force in building wealth, and selling your house before building any equity can be disheartening and sometimes leaves sellers owing money at the closing table. So read on as we explore selling a house with no equity in Orange County. Short Sale After attaining the approval of their lender to sell […]

Have you considered using your IRA to buy real estate investment properties? For those who like being in the driver’s seat, a significant plus is that self-directed IRAs give you more control than the Traditional or Roth IRA investment options, adding much-desired diversity to your holdings in alternative assets.  If you would like to take […]

Highly experienced real estate investors can see fantastic opportunities in the same way they can spot red flags that may slip by those with less experience. Therefore, it only makes sense to make yourself aware of the possible pitfalls that show themselves or the signs indicating this is an investment property that is a hidden […]

Funding for investment property is available from conventional lenders, and some private investors may be willing to help you get started. However, as with all investments, you should always weigh your risks. If you arere looking for guidance on financing to help you grow your real estate portfolio, read on as we explore how to […]

Real estate offers a smorgasbord of options for investors, most falling within the market’s three main sectors: residential, commercial, and land. Looking forward is an integral part of making real estate investments. When you keep your focus on the market, you can be proactive and enter or exit investments in real time. In addition, when […]

Your property’s equity or current market value, less any debt still owed on the mortgage, increases your net worth. You must understand what lenders are looking for when borrowing to purchase an investment property, such as barring gifts for use as your downpayment, making your available equity to invest a much more valuable resource.  Using […]

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) generate income from investment properties from multiple market sectors they own and manage. Generally, publicly-traded REITs make it easy for investors to enter the market. There are two types of REITs; mortgage REITs, comprised of residential and commercial properties, and more diversified equity REITs. When you invest in a REIT […]

When it is time to sell your house, it makes sense to reach out to a direct buyer to help you, but how do you sort out the good from the bad? The buyer you choose to work with can make all the difference in the ease, speed, and profits of the sale of your […]