by M. Ian Colville Buying in an undesirable neighborhood can make financial sense, but is it worth it? The short answer is, it depends. Of course, it depends on the property and the neighborhood, but it also depends on the investor. Buying in a challenging neighborhood can end up being a disaster, but it can also produce good returns and involve minimal... Continue Reading →
Everything You Need to Know About Subdividing Your Land
by Kevin Perk When you say the word subdivision to most people, it will most-likely conjure up images of large tracts of suburban style housing. And while huge housing developments are one type of subdivision, there are also much simpler forms that even the novice real estate investor could contemplate doing. Knowing what a subdivision is... Continue Reading →
13 Proactive Ways to Increase Rent & Add Value to Your Rental Property
1. Improve the Appearance of the Front of the Property It’s often noted that people make up their minds about you in seven seconds. In other words, you don’t have long to make a first impression. Neither does your rental. As I noted in my last article, simple aesthetic improvements such as window shutters, painting the front door, mowing... Continue Reading →
20 Questions to Ask a Prospective Property Manager
Real estate investors interested in building wealth by acquiring property and holding for long-term rentals will be well served to find a good property manager. But with hundreds of management companies out there, how to find the good ones? If you are just starting out and only have a few properties, you may want to... Continue Reading →