This includes understanding your budget, securing financing if needed, and determining what you can comfortably afford.Research is key.

I personally like working with a broker because I know they are helping to vet the insurer and making sure that I am not missing key pieces of coverage.That said, from my understanding of the insurance markets basically different insurers like to spread their risk out across geography and asset class.

The key will be maximizing your reach into off-market channels.

Hi Everyone,I’m a newbie investor weighing some key decisions and would like to know how an experienced investor might approach this situation to maximize value and cash flow.

Oftentimes, we see inexperienced buyers missing key sticking points with insurance companies, and it derails their purchase.

Cash for keys is a terrible technique preached by rookies.

The key to real estate investing is understanding the IDEAL mindset—Income, Depreciation, Equity, Appreciation, and Leverage.

Instead of “cash for keys” you can just tell him to get out to avoid having to pay for all the damages.

BUT truly knowing the market and the lay of the land before you invest is always key.

Quick response and a fair cash-for-keys offer is still the fastest and least expensive way to get someone out who isn't paying.