Category: Real Estate
5 ways to finance your home purchase
When it comes time for someone to consider buying a home of their own and fulfilling their part of the so-called American Dream and becoming a first-time homeowner, it’s important to understand and appreciate some financing options up front. Since most people, especially when they do not own a previous house, which, when it is…
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What is a lien and foreclosure?
A link is a notice attached to your property that puts everyone on constructive notice that a creditor has a claim. Generally, a lien is filed and recorded in the public records of the county (for real property) or with the secretary of state (for personal property). Why does a link help a creditor? Well…
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4 ways to wholesale real estate
Do you want to invest in real estate without financial risk and without money or credit? Wholesaling homes is a popular option. Personally, I think wholesaling can be a challenging way to start, but the fact that you can start investing in real estate without any barriers to entry makes wholesaling an attractive option. If…
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Risks of the BRRRR strategy
It is fashionable, and for good reason. I remember doing my first BRRRR strategy in 2004. I bought a house in Arvada, Colorado, with a lot of money to fix and renovate. You wouldn’t believe it; the flip was a flop and i ended up with a problem. I was over budget and was forced…
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A small group of tenants can double your multifamily utility costs
Find out what you can do about it When utilities are included in the rent of an apartment complex, some tenants are naturally going to consume more than others. High utility users, even if they represent a small group of tenants, can increase costs substantially. Since these cost increases are effectively hidden in rent, residents…
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Out-of-State Investing Guide for Commercial Real Estate Investors in Los Angeles, California
Isn’t real estate supposedly one of the best investment class categories in the world? People always need a place to live, right? So why does it seem almost impossible to invest in real estate in California, which is known alongside New York and Florida, as one of the best places in the world to invest…
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Basel II summary: what is important to know about the Basel II framework
What is Basel II? Who is behind this? Who has developed it? Is it an international law? Do we have to comply? Who has to comply? Can I have a summary of Basel II? These are very important questions and it is good to start with your answers. The Basel II Framework (the official name…
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Landlords: How to Determine the Rent Amount for Your Property
I want to present several resources where a real estate investor or property owner can determine what rent they can charge for their investment property. The three most popular websites available for this purpose are Zillow.com, Rentometer.com and Craig’s List. Zillow is the most popular and respected, so we’ll start there. To go Zillow.com and…
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Tips to Help You Succeed as a Real Estate Investor
If you are looking for a great way to build your net worth, investing in real estate is a great idea. You can make a lot of money if you do it the right way. However, if you don’t follow the proper techniques, this venture can cost you a lot of money. Therefore, we have…
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The Pros and Cons of Pet Mice
There are a few distinct benefits and also some definite downsides to keeping mice as pets. They are easy to care for, do not last long, and are easily stored in a small space. However, they are also nervous, do not last long, and in many cases, they are not very interactive. Mice can live…
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