If you’ve been keeping up with real estate market buzz, you have undoubtedly heard the rumors of a housing recession on the horizon. We ourselves have made mention of this possibility. For many of us, even thinking of a recession gives us flashbacks to the Great Recession. That was a devastating time for homeowners and investors of all kinds. Though opportunity arose from the crisis, it was a tough time for everyone.

We know by now that there are countless ways to invest in real estate. If you’ve heard the term “turnkey real estate investing” you may have some ideas in your head as to what this is and what it isn’t. Unfortunately, “turnkey” has become something of a buzzword in real estate. We have to be careful when looking for turnkey opportunities.

This week’s Turnkey Transformation comes from Little Rock, Arkansas! Our team instantly saw the potential and beauty in this lot, but we knew it was going to take a lot of work to get there. From serious landscaping to purging leftover items from the previous owners, we made sure every inch of this lot was impeccable. Read on to see how this homely house was flipped to become brand new!

If you’re like most Americans, chances are you are not the best at saving money. Both the statistics around debt and savings in the United States paint a picture that highlights a lack of financial wisdom.

Turnkey real estate can be a divisive concept. Just like anything, there are die-hard believers who wouldn’t dare criticize the method and others still who will come up with every excuse as to why it’s a bad idea. We’ll be honest with you — turnkey real estate isn’t for everyone. Just like any investment strategy, it comes with its own share of risks and rewards. 

This week’s Transformation Tuesday comes from St. Louis, Missouri! Peering into this house was like looking at an old photograph: faded colors, outdated curtains, and shattered tiles disfigured the underlying potential of this soon-to-be home. But time is no challenge for our expert team of multiple contractors, who flipped this past-ridden pad into one polished homestead.

At the beginning of November, tech-giant Apple announced a $2.5 billion-dollar pledge to address the housing crisis in California. Apple is just one of several major companies that are trying to address the availability and affordability crisis. Over 2019, Facebook, Google, Amazon, and Microsoft have also pledged billions in funds to tackle the housing issue in Silicon Valley and Seattle.  

What do you think it takes to succeed in real estate investment? When the rubber meets the road, success in real estate investment isn’t about the newest technology, the flashiest marketing, or the newest investment platform. No, if you want to find financial security and build your wealth through passive real estate investment, you have to rely on proven strategies. 

This week’s Transformation Tuesday is located in Memphis, TN. From a decrepit kitchen to a neglected yard, our team worked inside out to transform this ramshackle house into the cozy home it is now. Thanks to Memphis Invest’s long presence in the Memphis Market, 47 days is all it took to accomplish this complete renovation. Keep scrolling to see the stark contrast between the before and after photos for yourself.

While those of us in the real estate investment industry know the bread-and-butter concepts of turnkey investing, we also recognize that there are new and would-be investors out there. Because an educational foundation is necessary for success, we thought we’d cover some of the most common and most crucial concepts for turnkey investors to know.