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The 2% rule TEST is a quick screening tool for rentals. It says:"The monthly rent should be about 2% of the purchase price for a rental to be a good cash flowing rental"I really don't know when People here started us...
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I came across a new idea in the real estate space that’s worth discussing. It’s not about buying whole properties or even shares in a REIT, but instead purchasing rights to the income a property generates.
Here’s how...
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Alright so obviously if you do all the repairs yourself you're going to save a ton of money. Its great because you save money. Saving money is the key to living a great life.FORGET THAT!I just prepared and painted a s...
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I have okay grades in college. A 3.2 GPA which isn't bad for my first semester. I was thinking about dropping out though and pursuing real estate investing. Should I? If I don't drop out, besides real estate, what maj...