Posted by JD Esajian // January 28, 2014
Crowdfunding continues to be a hot topic in the media and especially in real estate circles. However, some still don’t quite understand how crowdfunding works. Others are using it to raise millions of dollars in working capital, as well as launching projects that otherwise would have never been possible. So how can you use crowdfunding […]
Posted by JD Esajian // January 27, 2014
Are statistics and metrics the be-all and end-all of smart real estate investing? After all, how often have you been told to follow the hard data? There is some logic behind this strategy. Hard numbers are a great way to evaluate a potential deal. However, those numbers must be right for them to work in […]
Posted by JD Esajian // January 24, 2014
It’s that time of the year again. Taxes are either something for you to look forward to or something you have been dreading all year. However, for those expecting to receive money back, make sure you put it to good use. Real estate investors, in particular, should consider using it for their company’s advantage. This […]
Posted by JD Esajian // January 23, 2014
2013 saw an incredible amount of IPOs, including a number of home builders, go public. There are likely to be many more real estate IPOs this year, as well as a slew of new real estate tech start-ups. However, many of those questioning which are the best stock picks to put their cash into right […]
Posted by JD Esajian // January 22, 2014
This week, a digital media firm announced the launch of iBeacon technology. However, while this news has the ability to impact the entire housing sector, many don’t even know what it is. With that being said, what is iBeacon technology? More importantly, how can it be used for boosting real estate sales? Several new technologies […]
Posted by JD Esajian // January 21, 2014
New concerns have already been raised in 2014 over how many lenders are looking at social media accounts to evaluate potential borrowers. So how will this affect home buyers looking for mortgage loans. More importantly, what impact will that have on investors? What factors are lenders looking at? Will this process help or hurt the […]
Posted by JD Esajian // January 20, 2014
With the state of the mortgage market being what it is, how important is it for real estate investors to consider refinancing their properties? 2014 is expected to begin rolling out a set of interest increases, so how important is it for real estate investors to refinance now? How much of a difference will it […]
Posted by JD Esajian // January 17, 2014
What’s the best option for using your tax refund as a means to invest in real estate? Tax refund season is coming up fast. Many might fear this time of year if they haven’t made the effort to incorporate a savvy tax plan, and some won’t get anything back. Others will receive thousands in tax […]
Posted by JD Esajian // January 16, 2014
Homes are becoming increasingly greener, as great efforts are being made to introduce sustainable features into mainstream construction projects. “Going green” is certainly an idea worth entertaining. Its benefits can have a lasting impact for generations. However, what are the true pros and cons of fully embracing sustainable housing trends? More importantly, are green homes […]
Posted by JD Esajian // January 15, 2014
It is not uncommon for the allure of the real estate industry to demand an individual’s attention. A career as a real estate agent offers limitless wealth building opportunities. However, many do not realize what it takes to become a practicing agent. In particular, people do not know the costs that go into entering this […]