With the uncertainty of the stock market, people are looking for alternative ways to invest. Real estate has always been a good place to invest for the long term. It is true that real estate values are down right now; however, historically, the real estate market has always picked up. Over the last few years…
Parking lot cleaning is a service that is required anywhere there is a parking lot. But who exactly are you trying to reach when you go out or answer the phone? And, what kind of facilities are you trying to target? The most obvious would be the big box retailers. These companies are a bit…
There seem to be a lot of misconceptions about how long a foreclosure can stay on a former homeowner’s credit report, how long a foreclosure negatively affects their ability to borrow, and how long they won’t be able to buy a new home. Some borrowers mistakenly believe that they will never be able to buy…
In the past, due to a lack of knowledge about the home selling process, selling a home used to be a stressful task. The decision to sell a home can be a roller coaster ride for beginners and if you have enough time and energy to sell your home on your own, there must be…
The effects of COVID-19 on Canadians’ personal finances could be severe. But now it may be time to make tough decisions to restore crucial lifestyle choices that led to a massive buildup of debt since the Great Recession. The federal government stepped up and is providing help to workers and businesses to cushion the impact…
The recent influx of foreclosures and distressed properties creates a wonderful opportunity for investors. However, to find great deals on real estate, you can’t have a few on your plate every other day. Instead, use these seven tips to keep deals flooding your desktop: 1. Connect with many agents When properties go into foreclosure, they…
Real estate investment decisions are made according to the investor’s criteria. Unless the rental property serves some other purpose, perhaps to close a 1031 tax exchange in a hurry, cap rate, internal rate of return, cash-on-cash return, or some other factor or combination of all factors, tell the real estate investor whether to make the…
As an owner, you have a hard time identifying top general contractors (GCs) on a very crowded playing field where many of the players look the same on the surface. Chances are, you have several criteria to consider before hiring a GC, but have you considered that their marketing approach could provide insight into the…
In the past, condominiums were not necessarily considered a good investment for a variety of reasons, however that image has changed dramatically since then. With single-family homes soaring, condominiums and townhomes are becoming more attractive to many buyers, including singles, downsizing retired couples, and small families looking to buy in great school districts. However, for…
There is a strong demand for housing in California. That’s the good news. The bad news is that few can afford it. The market has spiraled out of control, leaving investors looking for other solutions. Many are turning to hard money lenders. The demand for housing in California. The California Association of Realtors says that…
