Proceed With Caution: Crazy Talk Approaching
Tuesday, March 07
We are coming into the great season of real estate! It seems as though when March 1st hits, the light comes on and everything changes in the real estate market. In the particular market that I am in, Charlotte, NC, we have seen great sales and profits even through what used to be the slow times -...
Do You Really Know What the Documents Mean?
Thursday, March 02
You know, the only time I discover there's a problem is when I really need something to be right. I often see borrowers, lenders, real estate agents, sellers and buyers sign and initial documents without reading the regular print, let alone the fine print. Even when you're using a standard state...
Never Turn It Off - Real Estate Investing
Monday, February 27
I love everything about the business of real estate investing. The art of the deal is a continual challenge and watching others become successful is an incredible high for me.My kids laugh at me when I drive down the street and light up at the sight of a “for sale” sign on a strangers house or se...
To Be A Successful Borrower, You Must Think Like A Lender
Tuesday, February 21
Lenders put various guidelines in place when underwriting loans. Many believe it is because they want to make borrowers jump through hoops, create difficulty for investors to get loans or to make the “rehabber cream” rise to the top. The truth of the matter is that lenders have rules and criteria...
Educate Yourself and Discounts to Save You Money!
Monday, February 20
One of the things I truly believe in is the importance of self education. There are many Real Estate 'gurus' selling products to teach and guide you on how to invest and what to invest in. Should it be a turnkey property? Should it be fix and flips? Should it be wholesaling? All of these optio...
Raising Funds for Real Estate Investments
Monday, February 13
When people ask me what I do for a living I always respond with the following; “I help people build wealth through real estate.” Then, I just shut my mouth and I am silent (not a simple task for me). The point is that I'm trying to get them to ask me more questions. If they're interested, they w...