It’s hard to deny that 2023’s real estate market has been frigid. After all, this year’s total home sales are shaping up to be at the lowest levels since 2011 and the peak of housing crash-induced buyer anxiety. That said, the experts are feeling cautiously optimistic about the real estate market for 2024.
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Is the Frozen Real Estate Market Ready for a Winter Thaw?
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Jan 23, 2024
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15 Compelling Reasons to Consult a Financial Advisor
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Jan 18, 2024
It might be cliché to think of a new year as a clean slate, but it can still be a beneficial way to think about it. Besides getting in shape, financial health is one of the top priorities among those who make New Year’s Resolutions. Regardless of where you are with your financial goals, now is a great time to refocus. And what better way to do that than through a financial advisor?
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The BEST New Years' Resolutions for Real Estate Investors
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Jan 16, 2024
Tired of making the same old resolutions about finally using that gym membership? Maybe it’s time to shift your gears towards financial resolutions. Real estate investors are in a prime position to renew their efforts in the new year, riding the wave of resolve. But what should a passive real estate investor’s new years’ resolution look like?
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6 Realistic Expectations for Passive Real Estate Investing
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Nov 2, 2023
Investor-influencer Grant Cardone was recently in hot water in the form of a class-action lawsuit alleging fraud and false promises through his real estate investment fund. You can read all about it on Bigger Pockets (linked above) and other news outlets. Regardless of how the lawsuit has turned out, we see it as a cautionary tale to passive investing hopefuls.
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14 Steps to Financially Prepare for a Property Acquisition
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Oct 17, 2023
Prepping your finances to buy property is necessary but sometimes overwhelming. There are so many details to sort through that starting might feel too daunting – even if you’ve been through the process before. This handy checklist includes the key steps and considerations for investors to ensure they are financially prepared for a property purchase...
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How to Prepare Your Finances for Your First Property Acquisition
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Aug 3, 2023
In many ways, investing in real estate is straightforward. We know, however, the new investors want the reassurance they’re going into this venture prepared. We don’t blame them – this is, after all, a big step in building a better financial future for yourself and your family!
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Avoid These Common First-Time Real Estate Investor Mistakes!
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Jul 27, 2023
Investing in something, whether real estate or another asset, is a monumental decision for your financial future. At best, you begin the journey that will create generational wealth for you and your family to enjoy for decades to come.
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Top Tips for Saving Up to Buy Your First Investment Property
By Chris Clothier on Thu, Jun 1, 2023
When it comes to investing in real estate, getting started is the hardest part. This has always been true, but it’s even more evident in an economic climate that puts homeownership out of reach for so many. If you can barely afford to buy your own home, how can you begin to consider saving up to invest in real estate?
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10 Principles for Successful Remote Real Estate Investing
By Chris Clothier on Tue, Feb 7, 2023
Remote investing used to be a scary concept. Investors wouldn’t dream of taking a chance on a market thousands of miles away! But today, we’re more used to distance than ever. Technology shrunk that gap, and that means that investing from a distance is safer and more accessible than ever.
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Be the First in Your Family to Become a Real Estate Investor
By Chris Clothier on Wed, Nov 23, 2022
Maybe investing in real estate is a new concept for you. Growing up, maybe your parents stuck to stocks or didn’t invest at all. And now that you’re in the rough-and-tumble financial climate of today, rife with inflation, recession, and unpredictability, you’re looking for a way to establish wealth not just for yourself, but to be the one who establishes generational wealth for your family.