I’ve been investing in real estate for many years now. I’ve made money on deals, and I’ve lost money on deals. This particular year, I’ve probably lost the money that I ever have throughout my entire real estate career. Now, I’ve also been very fortunate to complete over 500 real estate transactions. Who’s counting, right?... Continue Reading →
Newbie Investors: Here’s the Truth You NEED to Know About $30k Properties
Which sounds better: three properties that bring in $700 a piece for $33,333 each or a property that costs $100,000 and brings in $1,350? Well, just judging from the numbers, it would be easy to say buy the three properties. Most new investors see the low cost of entry and the high price-to-rent ratio, and... Continue Reading →
The Tech Employee’s Ultimate Guide to Getting Started in Real Estate Investing
While most real estate investing advice is geared to those who wish to escape their current jobs, not much has been written for those of us who love our jobs and don’t intend to quit them. Personally, if I quit my job, I know I would be bored out of my mind. I enjoy my... Continue Reading →
How to Invest in Real Estate Without the Hassle of Tenants & Property Management
Often, fellow real estate investors ask me why I do notes or how I got into the note business. The truth is, though, that just about everyone is in the note business. People oftentimes have car loans, student loans, credit cards, or mortgages. It’s just that they’re usually writing checks to banks instead of receiving... Continue Reading →
5 Simple Ways to Be an Attractive Client (From a Real Estate Agent’s Point of View)
Something annoying happened this week and while trying to get my mind straight, I Googled “how to stop fixating on the world’s most annoying situation,” and one positive suggestion was to make the frustration a teaching moment. Learn from it. Breathe. Take a walk. Journal. Whatever. Move on. And I think that’s great advice, so I’m going... Continue Reading →