Pitfalls to Avoid In Commercial Real Estate
Sunday, December 10
As wonderful and constant as commercial real estate is, there are some major pitfalls that can completely ruin the interest, investment and return on a property. Besides inaccurate assessments and risks that are beyond your comfort zone, the only real reason these pitfalls occur is because of th...
Ten Myths of Real Estate Investing
Sunday, December 03
Is real estate investing only for the wealthy? Can you buy with no money down? Do you have to know the “right” people? Let’s answer these common questions by first looking at some of the common myths of real estate investing1. Real estate investing is only for the wealthy.Money helps, but one inv...
What is IRR and Why is it Important?
Sunday, November 26
The internal rate of return (IRR) is one of the more preferred rates of return used by real estate investors trying to measure a rental property’s financial performance. This is because it calculates the time value of the money. It is defined as a discount rate at which the net present value of a...
Five Skills Successful Real Estate Investors Can't Live Without
Thursday, November 16
Being a successful real estate investor requires a steady and consistent flow of good deals, the ability to act fast and knowing how to leverage each deal for maximum profitability. This requires a certain set of skills that allow you to quickly locate, assess and move on the right deals at a mom...
How to Find Off-Market Apartment Buildings
Monday, November 13
One of the most elusive and desirable real estate opportunities is the “off-market property”. This is a property where there is generally a motivated seller, but the property has not been broadcast on the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) or Loopnet.com and does not appear on any of the national or...
10 Best Tips for Buying Rental Properties
Monday, November 06
Buying rental properties can be a great way to build your wealth. However, as in most real estate investment, it is sometimes difficult to know if you’ve found a good deal – especially the first time. Here are some things to look for to be sure that rental is a great investment.1. LocationIf tra...