Monthly Archives: September 2016

To maximize rental cash flow you need to stay on top of your property year round. It is not enough to list your rental and wait for tenants to pour in. Even if the property doesn’t necessarily need updates it is always best to be a step ahead rather than a step behind.  In competitive […]

One of the keys for any successful business owner is maximizing the abilities of their employees. By squeezing every ounce of effort and productivity your business can be as efficient as possible. As a real estate investor you may only have a few employees but you can also influence the people around you.  Every real […]

There are pros and cons to almost everything in real estate. One segment of investors will tell you that multifamily rental properties are the only way to go.  Another camp will tell you that they are more trouble than they are worth and you should be focusing on single family properties.  The reality lies somewhere […]

Marketing and lead generation are the engines that drive your business. Without new leads coming in your business will eventually grind to a halt. As a real estate investor you should do something every day to get your phone to ring.  This could be something big like starting a large scale direct mail campaign or […]

The most successful real estate investors recognize the importance of surrounding themselves with a solid team. Not only does a strong team help in reaching your goals but it makes your life that much easier.  Instead of trying to do every task yourself you will be comfortable letting go and focusing on other areas.  Anyone […]

Do you think you have what it takes to become an entrepreneur? For many people being self-employed feels like reaching the top of the mountain. There is the ability to create your own schedule, work from home and you no longer have a boss breathing down their neck.  As great as this scenario may be […]

There are many real estate investors who are utilizing traditional lender programs. With interest rates continuing to slide this has become an increasingly viable option.  As popular as lender programs are not every borrower can get approved.  There are still strict guidelines in place and a mountain of documentation that has to be provided.  With […]

We live in an instant gratification society. We want to see an immediate return on whatever it is we are doing.  While this may work for some aspects of your life it may not always be best for your real estate business.  There are times as an investor that you need to look at the […]

If you are a fix and flip real estate investor a reliable contractor is essential. Not only will they improve your bottom line on every project but they can create a great working environment.  Unfortunately good contractors don’t just fall on your lap.  It is not uncommon to go through several contractors on your way […]

If you own a rental property long enough eventually you will be forced to deal with an eviction. In a perfect world you can reach an amicable resolution and quickly move on. A more likely scenario is that the eviction will linger for months impacting every aspect of your business.  Often times the actions you […]