As an entrepreneur, it is simply part of my nature to always be tinkering with our business.  When there are 4 partners and all of us share the same entrepreneurial spirit, then the tinkering can easily get out of hand.  Luckily, when we come together to work on “Big Picture” real estate investing ideas, I get to work on the development and implementation and get my hands dirty with making things happen.

Planning is an essential part of any organization and as the old adage goes..."failing to plan is planning to fail"!  As real estate entrepreneurs, the Clothier family has always taken time out to plan for what comes next whether it be event planning, sales planning, planning for new hires or even planning the changes within the office to assist in growth.  When it comes to planning for excellence, that is something that happens daily.

Whether you are new to considering income properties for sale or you are a more seasoned real estate investor, the question remains: can you manage your property or properties by yourself, or should you bring in a professional property management company? There are many different factors to consider when you are figuring out whether to DIY property management for your cash flow real estate or whether to call in the pros. Here are some questions to get you started:

Memphis Invest Hosts 112 Real Estate Investors

Memphis Invest hosted their annual Spring buying event and property tour in Memphis, Tennessee from May 11th through the 13th and celebrated a new milestone for the company.  Hosting 112 investors from 14 states, the company capitalized on recent momentum to throw a huge party and managed to show off some of the assets that make Memphis a leading investor city in the U.S. 

In the recession, one of the economic sectors that suffered greatly was the housing market. Even today, the housing market has not recovered to its former level. However, there are some sectors that are experiencing great success.

So you're thinking of investing in cash flow real estate. On the nightly news, it seems like the housing market continues to experience ups and downs, and you're uncertain about how to proceed. So what exactly is the current state of the housing market?

If you are new to cash flow real estate investing, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. If you need a little guidance before committing to a specific type of investment, then ask yourself the following questions to help guide your decision-making process.

Memphis Invest and Premier Property Management both completed their 1st quarter numbers for 2012 and released the results today.  As the market and industry leader, it is important to release relevant and timely information as a barometer for not only our company, but also the investment industry as a whole.  With more and more investors choosing to invest out of area, companies that provide comprehensive investing opportunities are providing those services to investors who would otherwise not get involved.  These companies also provide a localized economic engine and drive economies by providing stimulus and jobs. 

No matter how deep (or shallow) your pockets may be, the time is always right for investing your money wisely. That is why many people choose to invest in real estate through companies like Memphis Invest. Real estate is a wise investment, because despite fluctuations in the economy, people will always need a place to live, and businesses will always need a place to operate. That doesn't mean it is a foolproof investment - no investment is. But if you consider the pros and cons of becoming a real estate investor, you may find that it is the right investment for you.