Insurance feels, in many ways, to be a necessary evil. Not only is insurance largely required, whether on a car or a property, but it can also seem like paying for nothing until you actually need it. And even then, many of us have experienced the headache of trying to make a claim and get a promised payout.
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When Real Estate Investors Should Make Insurance Claims
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Oct 8, 2024
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What a Construction Boom Means for U.S. Real Estate
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Oct 1, 2024
Could a construction boom be on the way for 2025? Some experts seem to think so. Our friends at Bigger Pockets are also discussing the possibility – foreseeing the lower rates will kickstart construction activity – if not in 2025, certainly within the next five years.
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6 Guiding Principles to Avoid Real Estate Investment Fraud
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Sep 17, 2024
One of the biggest real estate investment fraud schemes in recent history has been exposed. Wells Real Estate Investment promised investors that their money would be used to buy, renovate, and develop commercial and residential properties across South Florida. Instead, they gambled $28 million of $58 million in investor funds on speculative options and futures trading.
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When Should SFR Investors Refinance?
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Sep 12, 2024
Mortgage data from Freddie Mac suggests that, as inflation slows, interest rates will continue to slide back down. And no – we’re not going to see 3% rates any time soon – but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth your while to revisit your existing mortgages! But when should real estate investors look to refinance? And how do they know it’s the right time?
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9 Red Flags Investors Should NEVER Ignore When Buying a Property
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Aug 29, 2024
What made you immediately decide not to buy something you were considering? A bad review? A greater expense than anticipated? Unfortunately for us real estate investors, there are no reviews for potential properties. Thankfully, there are red flags that help us know when a real estate deal is less than ideal.
Turnkey investors have an advantage here – their turnkey partners have plenty of experience identifying and vetting ideal investment properties. But that doesn’t mean you’ll always go this route. Regardless of your investment strategy, it’s good to know what red flags to look for…if only so you can ask informed questions!
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6 Valuable Lessons from the Florida Real Estate Nightmare
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Aug 22, 2024
To our Floridian readers out there, fair warning: we’re about to pick on your state a little.
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Real Estate Showdown: Short- Versus Long-Term Rentals
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Aug 8, 2024
In the sea of real estate investment asset types and strategies, two tend to pique the public’s interest more than others: short-term and long-term rentals. But how do these two stack up against one another?
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8 Ways to Teach Your Kids About Wise Investing
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Jul 30, 2024
Every parent wants to see their child better off than they were. Setting our children up for financial success involves more than what we leave them in the will. It’s what we teach them – how to steward, grow, and preserve their wealth.
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3 Ways the Post-Pandemic Real Estate Market is Changing
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Jul 23, 2024
2020 turned the real estate market as we know it on its head. While the fundamental rules of the business stayed the same, there’s no denying that the housing market reacted unpredictably. That’s not surprising in light of the uncharted territory of a global pandemic.
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6 Ways to Take the Speculation Out of Real Estate Investment
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Jul 18, 2024
By nature, real estate investing isn’t a particularly speculative investment. While the level of speculation varies among investment strategies, real estate will always be more sure (and secure!) than betting on the stocks of unproven start-ups. At the same time, real estate investors may fall into speculative habits – habits that ultimately increase risk.