Real Estate

How To Negotiate The Best Possible Deal

Posted by CT Homes // August 23, 2019

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In real estate it is not enough to simply get the property you desire. If you overpay or the closing is later than you desire, you won’t be able to maximize the bottom line.  It is essential to win every negotiation you are part of. Sometimes, winning means taking the sellers price and closing in […]


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Are Vacation Houses A Smart Investment?

Posted by CT Homes // August 16, 2019

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There is nothing quite like spending time with friends and family at a vacation rental property. In fact, there is a chance that some of you are reading this right now sipping coffee overlooking your favorite morning spot. As much as you may relish your time spent there it doesn’t necessarily mean you should make […]


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Are You Working With An Investor Friendly Real Estate Agent?

Posted by CT Homes // August 9, 2019

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It has often been said that the best real estate investors are surrounded by the best team. There are a handful of critical team members that directly impact your success, arguably none more important than your real estate agent. Think of all the roles that your real estate agent plays. Not only do they help […]


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The Difference Between a Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval

Posted by CT Homes // August 2, 2019

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Getting approved for a loan is much different than it was a decade ago. In the past there were multiple options and programs for every different income type and down payment. Today there is much more documentation required and everything is much more scrutinized. A seemingly innocent document requested at the 11th hour could cause […]


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How To Be More Productive And Improve Your Bottom Line

Posted by CT Homes // July 26, 2019

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Business is all about generating income. You can have tons of busy work and potential deals, but unless you turn those into revenue it doesn’t make a difference. In the world of real estate being efficient with your time is a must. If you blow it on tasks that don’t move the needle you will […]


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The Biggest Challenges Most New Investors Face

Posted by CT Homes // July 19, 2019

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Your perception of real estate is often different from reality. From the outside you can buy any property, make some improvements and walk away with a handsome profit. The reality is that it is difficult to get good deals, make the right updates, find a buyer and close in your timeframe. Additionally, there is almost […]


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Find New Deals Without Spending A Dime

Posted by CT Homes // July 12, 2019

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The best way to build your pipeline is to increase the number of leads you generate. If you have been in real estate for some time you have probably heard that investing is a numbers game. The more leads you generate the more chances you have of turning a lead into a deal. Real estate […]


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How To Improve Your Rental Property Listing Photos

Posted by CT Homes // July 5, 2019

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One of the most common places to find new tenants is the internet. There are more rental property listing sites today than ever before. In just a few clicks tenants can find a handful of rentals in their desired market, at their price point and in their timeframe. Gone are the days of relying on […]


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What To Learn When A Deal Falls Through

Posted by CT Homes // June 28, 2019

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One of the hardest things for any investor to experience is losing a deal. You may spend weeks, even months, chasing after a property only for it to fall out unexpectedly. As much as this stings, it is a part of the business. Every investor loses a tough deal or faces an unexpected setback from […]


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The Pros And Cons Of Investing In Student Housing Rentals

Posted by CT Homes // June 21, 2019

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Some of the best investments require a leap of faith. You have probably heard for a while that to make money in real estate you need to think outside the box. One of the most out of the box buy and hold opportunities is with student housing rentals. On the surface, these may seem like […]


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