According to the latest Gallup poll homeownership in America has fallen to the lowest rate in over a decade. Yet more people are interested in buying than ever. What’s the bottom line for buyers, sellers and investors?
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May 3
Homeownership Rate Falls, Appetite for Buying a Home Up
According to the latest Gallup poll homeownership in America has fallen to the lowest rate in over a decade. Yet more people are interested in buying than ever. What’s the bottom line for buyers, sellers and investors?
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May 2
Good News for Real Estate Investing by the Numbers
The debate over how well U.S. real estate is rebounding continues to rage in the news but all the numbers show a bright outlook and great opportunities for real estate investing right now…
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May 1
Buying a Home as Your First Investment Property
Is buying a home to live in a smart move as a first investment property? Many would argue that a residence is not a true investment at all and that all real estate investments must be managed like a business. On the other hand Warren Buffet names his own residence as one of the best investments of his lifetime. Both of these views are essentially correct.
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Apr 30
4 Ways to Finance Home Improvements
Rehabbing properties and remodeling whether for profit or just to impress your friends isn’t always cheap so where can you find affordable ways to finance your projects?
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Apr 26
Tips for Rehabbing Properties on a Budget
Rehabbing properties for profit can be incredibly fun and exciting. If you are on a budget however, it can be nerve racking, confusing and frustrating, especially if it is your first time or two around.
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Apr 25
Will Flipping Real Estate Still Work in 2013?
Flipping real estate has only become more popular in the last couple of years between inspiring reality TV shows like ‘Flip This House’ and the massive discounts available o foreclosure properties. Many have made millions from flipping real estate, the question is, will is still work next year as the housing market rebounds?
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Apr 24
Short Sales Speed Up
Home buyers, sellers in foreclosure and real estate investors have long complained about the ridiculously long amount of time it has taken for banks and mortgage loan servicers to process short sales. Finally it seems everyone might be getting their wish, whether they end up really enjoying what they asked for or not.
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Apr 23
4 Real Estate Investors Mistakes to Avoid
Investing in real estate can be incredibly profitable but it can also be frustrating for real estate investors who rush in to wing it without getting the right real estate education and not knowing where the pitfalls lay. Watch out for these 4 common killer mistakes real estate investors make…
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Apr 20
Buying a Home with Structural Problems
Is buying a home with structural problems something you should run from or an opportunity to get a huge discount? Home buyers, especially first timers often find buying their ‘dream home’ becomes a scary proposition after receiving their home inspection report. Long checklists of repair items can add up into lots of dollars quickly, some of which can be very expensive and even prevent the buying of a home due to lenders unwilling to finance.
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Apr 18
What to Do When Your Property Value Kills a Sale
Despite many improvements in the housing market home sellers are still falling apart in big numbers due to property values or at least appraisals. What can homeowners do when they find themselves in this situation?
