4 Phases of a Real Estate Cycle
Tuesday, January 16
Successful real estate investors keep their eye on the real estate cycle to identify investment opportunities. Like the broader economy, there are four phases to the real estate cycle – recovery, expansion, hyper supply and recession. The cycle repeats in waves so that the recession of the last c...
Why Tax Benefits make Real Estate Investment a Smart Move
Wednesday, January 03
A main benefit of becoming a real estate investor is the substantial tax advantage that will put money back in your pocket. Here are some of the basic tax benefits, but keep in mind that tax laws are constantly changing– possibly to your advantage. The best thing to do is speak to a knowledgeable...
Financing Options for Your Real Estate Investment
Wednesday, January 03
In a strong economy with low interest rates, real estate becomes a very attractive investment opportunity. It makes sense to think about your options for financing before you look into properties for your portfolio. There are many options for financing, from conventional bank mortgages to private...
How to Establish your Real Estate Investment Goals
Wednesday, December 27
Ask seasoned real estate investors about the keys to success, and chances are you will hear about planning, thoughtfulness and goals. It may be tempting to follow your impulse and grab the first attractive deal that comes along, but it makes more sense to determine if that property fits your long...
5 Habits of Highly Successful Real Estate Investors
Wednesday, December 27
It turns out that there are best practice guidelines that successful real estate investors follow, and you can follow them, too. People who meet their investment goals adhere to principles that guide them through the highly competitive real estate market. It is important to develop a strong knowl...
5 Key Elements of The Time Value of Money in Real Estate Investing
Wednesday, December 27
If you want to be a successful commercial real estate investor, an in-depth knowledge of the time value of money (TVM) is crucial. To understand the concept, let’s consider which is better, $10,000 now or $15,000 ten years from now.If someone offered to give you $10,000 today or $15,000 in ten ye...