by Jordan Thibodeau When you get started in real estate investing, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with the multiple niches of investing. Each niche requires a unique set of skills that sometimes don’t translate to other strategies. But there’s one skill that is applicable to all forms of real estate investing that doesn’t get enough attention: building... Continue Reading →
Why It’s (Almost) Impossible to Succeed in Real Estate Investing by Simply Dabbling in It
We’ve all heard it’s better to be a master of one trade than a jack of many. And this applies to entrepreneurs and investors as well. The dreaded “shiny object syndrome” can tempt and debilitate even—or perhaps especially—the most seasoned of investors. We’ve all heard it’s better to be a master of one trade than a jack... Continue Reading →
7 Questions New Investors Don’t Know to Ask (But Definitely Should)
New investors face seemingly endless questions. Many of them are fundamentals like “Where should I invest?” and “What kind of real estate investing I should I do?” When every decision is unfamiliar and new, it layers on the uncertainty and overwhelm for new investors. But as critical as those fundamental questions are, they’re obvious. What... Continue Reading →
What Newbies Should Know About Financing Investment Properties (Versus Homes)
Think getting a loan for an investment property will be as easy as your home mortgage? Think again. Lenders are far more strict in their underwriting of investment properties and require more money down. Why? Simple: Borrowers will always default on their investment property loan before they default on their home mortgage. With higher risk... Continue Reading →
The 2 Rules Every New Real Estate Investor Must Follow
You may ask yourself from time to time, how many lists can we possibly have? Or need? I should make a list of lists the world needs. Well, maybe another day. Today I want to give you a very short list. You must understand and accept every word. Do not talk to a bank. Do not look... Continue Reading →