by Nicole Sorensen Hull I took one look at the sparkling new kitchen and fancy mosaic backsplash, and I was ready to sign my life away. Like many buyers, I had a list of criteria for my new condo: one bedroom, washer and dryer in the unit, assigned parking, and it had to be pretty. As... Continue Reading →
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Why Appraisals Don’t Necessarily Value Homes From an Investor’s Point of View
by Mark Ainley There was a forum question that caught my eye the other day. Basically, the question asked, “Should the useful life of a fully renovated house (little future cap ex) have a bigger influence on the property’s appraisal than recent sales in the area?” The post was in regard to turnkey properties in areas with low comps.... Continue Reading →
Why All Real Estate Investors (No Matter What Niche) Should Keep a Long-Term View in Mind
by Sterling White Having been a real estate investor for quite some time now, there is absolutely no doubt that I am completely in love with it. During my career, I have generated income using almost every single strategy in the book. Sure, not all the deals that I undertook had a fruitful outcome, but the thing is,... Continue Reading →
7 Fundamental Tips for Becoming a Top-Notch Real Estate Investor
by Ali Boone You know I’m a big fan of the big picture. We get so focused sometimes thinking about the miniature details of how to do something that I think it can take the fun out of it. So in my true fashion, let’s look at some basic things you can do to become an... Continue Reading →
3 Tips to Help You Avoid a Real Estate Deal You’ll Regret
by Sterling White There is absolutely no doubt that purchasing a property is a rather interesting mix of excitement, stress, and emotion. Chances are, the moment you have gone through hundreds of property walkthroughs and have begun making offers, you will probably get hooked on a house or two. However, bear in mind that even when... Continue Reading →