Today, in Sept 2018 the Stock Market is at 28,000. An all time high. The average wage is $26 per hour. It takes 1,077 work hours to “buy the market”. That is, if you buy one share each of the stocks of the Dow, the co...

Thought this was a good read from CRAIN'S A Glenview lawyer sued Zillow, alleging that the real estate site's relatively modest estimate of her home's value has created a "roadblock" to selling at what she thinks it's...

What is your biggest problem/mistake/confusion when analyzing a deal? 

Hi, All.  I've been looking for a multifamily property, and finally came across one that seems to work.  All 4 units are rented for a total income of $2,235($26,820/year), with overall expenses of $7,630.  So Net Inco...

The other day I grabbed $40,000 tax free from refinancing a duplex that originally started as an ugly duckling. As I was walking out of the closing on my way to the bank, I couldn't help but wonder how a flipper would...

My office received a call from one of his reps today. I thought the pitch was a pie in the sky type of deal.  Anyone hear of this guy on Youtube,  Grant Cardone?  He boasts a half a billion dollar real estate empire ...

Anyone have recent experience on how an ADU (accessory dwelling unit) or backhouse is valued these days relative to the main house?For example, say if you have a house that is 1500sf and it would normally sell for $50...

Let's say you're at a music store one day, looking at guitars, amps, drums, and the like. A salesman (who also happens to be a guitar teacher and successful musician) begins talking to you about starting a band. He me...

Just got off the phone with another Realtor who showed one of my homes. Her clients gave me an offer that was 25% of the list price.Please folks Don't be that guy. Show some respect for others & their time.  This ...