.), we've started investigating select second- and even third-tier cities looking for strong rental markets that also offer growth.Lubbock, Amarillo, and Waco are just three sub-markets that we are carefully considering.

The property is located in a reasonably busy seaside area and has a strong influx of tourists.I would now be able to finance about 60 percent of the purchase price myself.

Do you take out a HELOC while the economy is strong?

Emotions are strong enough to destroy nations!

Your broker would most likely have a strong say in what he/she allows with their business and your investments.

This market definitely makes it tough unless you've got a strong lead funnel.

The lender did not take that to the appraiser; instead, they agreed to lend 80% LTV (rather than the typical 75%) because of the strong monthly rental value.

Here is a secret to get rid of it, but I recommend you doing it outdoors because the fumes will be very strong- muriatic acid - dilute 1:1 with water and scrub away. 

You definitely want to make a strong impression with lenders and proper utilization of a revolving account will do that perfectly!

Service based retail that is hard to replicate online, such as convenience stores, restaurants, QSR, grocery, wireless stores, dry cleaners, medical offices, hair and nail salons, etc can generate strong risk-adjusted yield compared to apartments.