By the time you retire, you should be a real estate investor. You aren’t required to retire early to be successful. In fact, your investments don’t even have to totally unlock the coveted “financial freedom” raved about by the top voices in the industry.

“Real estate is an imperishable asset, ever increasing in value. It is the most solid security that human ingenuity has devised. It is the basis of all security and about the only indestructible security.”  – Russell Sage

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

See if you can spot the cow amongst the pictures we've shared!

Ryan Flannery takes us on a tour of a recently renovated home in Lewisville, TX!

The main hope for rising mortgage interest rates was that, in response, real estate prices would cool. Rising interest rates have been a point of concern for investors and average homebuyers alike – with housing more expensive than ever, even a marginal rate increase could mean thousands more paid in mortgage interest.

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Houston, Texas.

The original state of the property was confusing to say the least, with multiple angles and overgrown landscaping that obfuscated the walkways and overall outdoor use. Inside, dated decorative features, including busy wallpaper and tile countertops, were overdue for a fresh start. 

On this week's rental update, Nate recaps the month of March – another record-breaking month for REI Nation. Last month saw 217 new leases signed with lease renewals reaching 250. Nate discusses the current rental market trends and rental rates increasing 8.9% for lease renewals.

If you look at any real estate headlines, you’re likely to see more than your fair share of negativity and doomsaying. It’s not that we blame people for putting out this content: negativity drives clicks.

In real estate investment, you will be recommended countless professional services. How many of them are truly necessary? Ultimately, who you need on your team greatly depends on your investment strategies, portfolio size, and personal goals. Regardless, it’s always wise to at lease consult investment and financial advisors when you’re looking to buy, sell, or inherit property.

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is from Little Rock, Arkansas.

Hiding behind so-so curb appeal and under years' worth of clutter was a property full of potential. Scroll down to see the before-and-after photos for yourself!