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Today’s seller’s market is forcing buyers to make compromises, but new survey [1] data shows buyers remain steadfast in their desire for their preferred good school districts. In fact, they are willing to give up two of their most desired home features — a garage and updated kitchen — to get into the right school district they […]

Throwing money at a property does not guarantee success. The reality is that finding the right updates, upgrades and improvements is not about money, but rather doing the right work for the market. Simply throwing money at a property and expecting a return will leave you frustrated and disappointed. Savvy investors know that not all updates are […]

There are many real estate investors who are utilizing traditional lender programs. With interest rates continuing to slide this has become an increasingly viable option.  As popular as lender programs are not every borrower can get approved.  There are still strict guidelines in place and a mountain of documentation that has to be provided.  With […]

What home improvements require building permits? Which remodeling items do and don’t need to have permits? Why do permits even exist? How are many real estate investors sabotaging themselves by ignoring the importance of this piece of paper to their profits? Home Remodeling Projects that Require Building Permits Home improvement and renovation projects which often require […]

We are on the home stretch to completion of this wonderful property.  We’ve already been showing the almost finished product to interested buyers. The siding is all wrapped up, the landscaping is nearly completed as well as the new deck. Inside the carpeting is going in later this week with some final details here and […]

We are on the home stretch with this total renovation.  Just a few weeks left till this beauty is ready for its new family, and we already have buyer’s knocking on the door.  Literally! The siding is nearly complete and the curb appeal is awesome.  The new front steps are in and just waiting on […]

Progress on this spectacular over 2000 Square Foot, 4 Bed, 3.5 Bath Raised Ranch is coming along nicely.  This redevelopment should be ready for a new owner in the next 30 days. The siding is nearly complete, the baths are installed, tiled and final fixtures are going in.  The kitchen is installed and just waiting […]

What are the best real estate lead generation options today? Where and how can real estate agents, investors and other related industry professionals generate more leads for buying, selling and renting properties? What are some of the little known benefits, and pitfalls of common real estate lead generation channels today? Here are 12 ways for real estate […]

The real estate industry caters to independent strategies. For every investor, there is another way to go about conducting business. Some may prefer to utilize the convenience of technology while others want to maintain personal relationships. However, for one reason or another, there remains a void between these two independent strategies. Smart investors will figure […]

“Investment is most intelligent when most business like” – Warren Buffett If investing is better when conducted most business like, does it mean that more real estate investors ought to be investing in a more businesslike fashion? Should every real estate investor be investing as a business? What does that really mean? What does it look […]