Blog

There are several reasons why you might be ready to sell an investment property. Perhaps it’s time to take advantage of the appreciation value, or maybe you need more time to focus on other investment opportunities. Whatever the reason is, there are a few things you should know about trying to sell a tenant-occupied home. […]

Are you thinking about investing in real estate? If you are reading this you are off to a great start. However now is when the real work begins.  You can’t just dive right in and make offers on every new property you see.  You need to think about investing in real estate like running a […]

How are new trends, business rules, and other factors changing today’s real estate market? More importantly, how can you use the new rules to your advantage? Some things may never change, but it is very clear that some things have already changed. So how has the real estate landscape and business changed? What does that […]

There are many ways to generate interest in your rental property. Without interest, it is difficult to find the right tenant or to fill a vacancy when you want to. On the flip side, the more interest you have the more likely you can find the best possible tenant. With all the real estate rental […]

We live in a fast-paced world where multitasking is the norm rather than the exception. If you are like most people, it is common to try to handle five different tasks at once. As great as multitasking sounds not everyone is good at it. Unless you know how to keep your business organized, it is […]

There are pros and cons to buying flipped houses. The main benefit is that you won’t have to manage any major renovations on your own. It’s the most convenient type of house to buy unless you’re going to buy a brand-new home—but then you’d be paying a lot more. Of course, there are horror stories. You […]

Rental property ownership is filled with ups and downs. If you currently own residential real estate, you may be faced with the most difficult period of your ownership. In addition to trying to navigate your personal financial situation, you have to worry about rent coming in from your tenants. The protection of your lease may […]

Completing a successful Real Estate Transaction is difficult. It takes several moving parts coming together at the right time to get a deal to the finish line. Even when you have a signed contract, you still need the inspection, appraisal, insurance and closing to go off without a hitch. All it takes is one person […]

Investing in rental properties can be one of the most difficult things you do in real estate. It can also be one of the most profitable if executed properly.Being a landlord is not exactly rocket science. You find a property, make subtle improvements, get good tenants and collect rent checks. Your rent checks should exceed the […]

In a typical listing agreement, instructions are defined in writing for how both Listing Agent and Buyer’s Agent receive their commission at the Close of Escrow. Industry Standard suggest the Listing Agent receives about 3.5% in a normal transaction while the Buyer’s Agent receives about 2.5%. Does that mean the seller or the buyer pays […]