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January 24, 2018
2018’s Hottest Design Trends For Adding Value To Your Property
It’s no secret that getting into fix & flip investing ensures the rolling up of sleeves. At least in the beginning, you’re going to get dirty. But it gets playful too, and sleeve-rolling might just be fashion inspiration as you peruse design websites for on-trend accents. If you want to make your property investment sparkle with the 2018 looks that add value to a home, read on. This is where the hard work turns into good fun. Color Makes A …
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December 26, 2017
AirBnB As A Rental Investment – Worth It Or Not?
Everybody’s talking about AirBnB. And much of the chatter comes from people who’ve jumped in. So it’s tough not to get caught in the excitement of a side hustle that introduces you to globe-trotting travelers while also putting cash in your pocket. But as a real estate investment, is AirBnB truly worth the fuss? One might consider staying safe with a traditional rental set-up. But a rental property has its own set of expenses and issues, and doesn’t offer the …
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November 13, 2017
Tips For Finding the Right Contractor For Your Renovation
If the idea of interviewing contractors makes you think that shiny new doorknobs and flowers in the yard is all the fix-up your investment property really needs, stop worrying; the process of landing your ideal home renovation contractor just got easier. Take it step by step and that process will go smoothly. Your first step is to list what you’d like to have done, and prioritize. This will help you make choices when the numbers get real. Then start asking …
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October 24, 2017
A Quick Guide To Real Estate Tax Loopholes
How long have you been investing in real estate? Even if you are just getting started, you may soon be eligible for professional status. In that case, there are tax incentives especially for you. By the IRS’s criteria, a real estate professional does not have to obtain a license. There are two qualifiers for real estate professionals as noted by the tax code: If more than half of the personal services performed by the taxpayer during the tax year are …
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September 21, 2017
Taking The Next Step – How To Invest In Apartment and Commercial Real Estate
If you’ve already gotten your feet wet with real estate investing, maybe you’re starting to think higher – like several stories higher. A multi-unit apartment building or commercial investment may be your next money-making move. Even if they’re no taller than ground level, they’ll still be a step up. Once you have a building with the potential for multiple rentals, you have the opportunity to generate real wealth. Passive income kind of wealth – the kind that lets you quit …
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September 6, 2017
Find Hot Properties & Hard Money In Denver’s Still Strong Housing Market
Summer may be coming to a close, but the water is still warm in the housing market. If you’re considering getting started with fix and flip properties, it’s a good time to jump in. Denver retains its place as one of the tightest areas in the country for home availability, and the percentage of single-family homes for sale slipped by 36.2 at the end of July compared to July of 2016, according to a recent article in The Denver Post. …
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July 26, 2017
5 Strategies To Avoid Fix & Flip Pitfalls
Ah, the best laid plans… You’ve researched your market, wisely selected your lender, and are getting ready for rehab. What could go wrong? Nothing, hopefully, but it’s still best to foresee any potential problems before becoming the rightful owner. From your initial property selection to the price you place on the finished fixer-upper, strategically map your fix and flip investment. 1. Select the property for what’s around it, as well as what’s on it. The house you’ve found may be …
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July 11, 2017
Rely On Your Resources: Ways To Find Money For Fix And Flip
Ever hear the expression “a million bucks waiting on a nickel”? That’s when you know you could make bank, if only there were a way to get started. And not getting that nickel feels like missing out on the party of the year. But hang on – your invitation wasn’t “lost in the mail”. If all your fixer-upper talent needs is the cash to back it up, you’re going to find the money. Here’s how to get that party started …
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June 14, 2017
5 Ways To Save Money When Fix & Flipping A Home
Think the real estate market is too tough to invest in? Think again. There are some real bargains out there waiting for their Cinderella story. But it’ll take more than a magic pumpkin to transport these treasures to flip status. When selecting the right property to flip, think analytically. Use a mortgage calculator to determine your total investment, including price, closing, and renovation costs. Then take inventory of what the location has to offer, along with prices of similar nearby …
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June 1, 2017
Hard Money Loans vs. Conventional Loans: What You Need To Know
There’s no question that home flipping is hot – sexy hot. U.S. single-family home and condo sales that were completed flips reached a six-year high by Q2 of 2016. 185 days was the longest average time to flip, the lowest timeframe in ten years. And the average gross profit for a flip hit a sixteen year high of $62,000, all according to the newsroom and media center on RealtyTrac.com. To keep us all hooked, (or possibly just feed our addiction), …
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