On this blog, we often point to the various factors that indicate a worthwhile investment market.

Remote real estate investing can be one of the best things you’ll ever do as an investor. From unprecedented market access to key portfolio diversification, the benefits – and the options – are endless. With that said, out-of-state investing can be risky. Don’t ignore these essential steps to safely (and successfully) investing outside of your local market.

Real estate is well-known as a low-risk asset class. Real estate investors have been capitalizing on the model (on record) for decades, though the art of capitalizing on properties and land has been around just about as long as currency itself!

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Dallas-Ft. Worth, Texas.

Under the jungle of overgrown bushes and weeds, and behind the 80's wallpaper and paneling, lay a fantastic investment property. The key to bringing out the potential in this single-family rental was to highlight its noteworthy features: generous outdoor spaces and storage, and unique two-floor living spaces within.

With so many investment markets to choose from, figuring where to buy rental properties can be a daunting prospect. While investors can find opportunities just about anywhere, your choice of market can make or break your wealth-building efforts.

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Memphis, Tennessee.  

This large, eye-catching property had many things going for it. One thing it didn't? An old biohazard of a pool! Inside, loud colors and worn-down flooring pulled focus from some amazing architectural features. However, we knew that with a little TLC this property could be the talk of the town. 

During times such as these, we may feel more “stuck” than ever. Whether you’re weathering financial hardship, uncertainty, or waiting to make money moves until your confidence in the market returns, you still have opportunities to invest in and enrich your life. For real estate investors at every skill level, a continuing education is crucial. 

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from St. Louis, Missouri. 

Mid-century sentiment was written all over this property, with large windows and pastel colors around every corner. Outside, a shaky addition obstructed the view of a gorgeous backyard, and the dark, cluttered basement was more of an obstacle course than a space-saver. No worries! Our team made quick work of this renovation, and now it's a contemporary, comfortable home for its residents. 

On this week's rental update, Nate recaps the month of February – a great month for REI Nation with record highs and lows. Last month saw 167 new leases signed with lease renewals reaching 320 and move outs at a record low of only 81 total. Nate predicts that these trends will only continue in the month of March.

Do you have your finger on the pulse of the real estate market? Predictions may be tough to make, but preparations are not. Here’s what you need to know going into the Spring real estate market!