As we continue to navigate through uncertain times regarding real estate and mortgage rates, many investors are considering their next moves. What types of properties do you think about purchasing? One popular ongoing trend is multifamily real estate investing. After...
Investors use several strategies to finance assets, whether through a mortgage, hard money loan, or another method. However, one strategy that’s not widely discussed is real estate hypothecation. Although it’s generally used for commercial real estate,...
Compared to owning a home, renting is convenient and relatively accessible to most people. However, while some may assume renting is cheaper than homeownership, that’s not always the case. Rental rates are higher than ever, as are the costs of other goods and...
Many mortgage companies require you to open an escrow account when you buy a home or investment property. However, this process can be confusing if you’re unfamiliar with how an escrow account works. Generally, there are two escrow accounts involved in real...
Real estate depreciation is an important tool for rental property investors. Rental property depreciation allows landlords to deduct the costs of buying and improving a property from their tax returns. Tax write-offs are one of the many benefits of owning rental...
Purchasing a home or rental property is an extremely large purchase. As such, it’s important to practice negotiation skills while buying real estate to ensure you get the best deal possible. However, negotiating a deal in real estate is easier said than done. So, read...
When you own rental properties, you must sign a legally binding rental contract with each tenant. Rental contracts protect the rights of property owners and tenants, and if they’re broken, it could lead to a lawsuit. That said, it’s crucial to recognize...
