I would not buy on a land contract (maybe a piece of land but not a residence) but have owned them in the past (we bought them on secondary market).Way too much risk as the borrower - see the post I made yesterday in the note investing section where a homeowner gave someone a land contract and still sold the house to someone else.

State average homeowners insurance rates indicate the risk of natural disasters.Information Sources for Data-Driven Decision MakingUtilize these resources to gather the necessary data for your city selection process:Population Size and Growth: Wikipedia's Metropolitan Statistical Area pageAppreciation Rates by Zip Code: Zillow ResearchCrime Rate: Avoid investing in cities on this list.Comparative Homeowners Insurance: ValuePenguinProperty Taxes: LendingTree (as an indicator of overall operating costs)The Importance of Local ExpertiseWhile research and data are essential, remember that general knowledge only goes so far.

As a real estate agent, I work with a lot of investors and home owners in the south shore excited about this and looking to take advantage of it. 

I am bullish on Chicago long-term and will still own 10,000 doors on the southside with a goal of turning all 10,000 tenants into homeowners!

This exemption is particularly beneficial for real estate investors, homeowners, and businesses looking to manage their tax obligations more effectively.How Does the ATI Exemption Work?

In some places it is a lot cheaper to rent instead of buying, but in other areas, it is the same (or cheaper) to buy a home.  Owning

Hi - congrats on purchase, Championsgate is a great STR area, as somebody who owns and manages homes in the area, I would suggest you use a STR broker, Fudge insurance are in Orlando and specialize in STR homeowner insurance, we use them for both our properties, but also other insurance needs.

Buyers are getting beat up right now… The question remains, will the buyers ever regain control, or will it always be an uphill climb to become a new homeowner???

.- Rebuilding Costs: Higher-value homes may have higher premiums due to more expensive repairs.What This Means for Homeowners- Fairer Premiums: Properties with lower risk may see lower premiums, while higher-risk properties may face increased costs.- Gradual Rate Increases: Increases are phased in over time for policyholders who see higher premiums, with annual caps on the rate hike.- More Predictable Rates: Rates better reflect the real risk rather than just being based on a flood zone map.Example Scenario (Simplified)- Old System: A house in a designated flood zone pays $1,000 annually, regardless of its elevation or distance from the water.- Risk Rating 2.0: That same house may now pay $1,200 if it's closer to the water and more vulnerable or $800 if it's higher up and better protected.Flood zones still matter under Risk Rating 2.0, but their role has changed. 

Reality check:  how many homeowners are going to sell you their house at such a substantial discount?