Listing your home for sale is a process that is fraught with red-tape, not to mention time consuming and expensive. It can be overwhelming to sell your home on the market. There are so many decisions to make, and it’s difficult to understand the complicated contracts and legal forms, so it is comforting to work … Continued
So you have listed your home for sale on the market and already spending the profits in your imagination. But have you taken an accounting of all of the possible funds you’ll need on hand before the house ever sells? Or the potential amount the time on the market could cost? It can be expensive … Continued
There are far more expenses involved in listing a home in Springboro than most homeowners realize. Having realistic expectations about actual listing costs allows homeowners to properly prepare financially for the outlay of funds. Regrettably not every cost is apparent and all too often homeowners find themselves in a financial pinch because they didn’t calculate … Continued
Let’s invest in land! But wait, it’s not so simple; there are many factors to consider before you sign on the dotted line. It is well worth considering consulting with professionals to ensure you’re on the right track and the right piece of land when purchasing. So read on as we explore five red flags … Continued
Just as with every other piece of real estate that you are investing in, you should consider location and all of the different aspects of due diligence. Condos are a great way to diversify the types of rentals in your portfolio. However, condominiums come with their own unique set of problems that owners can encounter … Continued
To be successful as an investor is to make the numbers add up to the highest return on your investment dollar in passive income. Done right, investing can be very profitable and provide security for your retirement. In addition, diversification offers you a well-balanced portfolio, building in a hedge against inflation. You should have investments … Continued
When done right, investing in multi-family properties can be a lucrative real estate investment. The shared features and proximity of the units can mean added savings for you as the owner and a higher monthly income from the time and investment into one real estate transaction. Read on as we explore five red flags to … Continued
In real estate today, less is more! There is a trend towards smaller homes for many reasons; families have fewer children on one end of the spectrum, the well-known 2.5 children under the age of 18 per household have dropped, now coming in at an average of 1.93. Often, homeowners find rooms that once were … Continued
Should the process of a title search reveal existing liens, it can certainly clog up the gears on the sale of your home. A lien is a legal notice of an unpaid debt. For example, suppose you feel the claim details are incorrect or that the creditor filed the lien on your property in error. … Continued
When you’re upside down on your mortgage or owe more than the current market value, it can feel like your back is against the wall. Typically fluctuations in the economy cause downward trends in real estate pricing, which can have an ill effect on those with little to no equity, for whatever reason. Often, homeowners … Continued
How exciting! You’ve inherited a house! But wait, not so fast. Without giving it much thought, many consider inheriting a house a windfall. However, the reality is that you may be inheriting a sinking ship that you’ll be responsible for, whether you can afford it or not. So while the best intentions may have motivated … Continued
Just as the seeds in a garden need attention to come to fruition, so too does your real estate portfolio. The security of knowing you’ll live out your retirement years on your terms comes from careful planning and commitment to your investment portfolio to build, grow and produce long-term income. Savvy investors understand that your … Continued
House hacking is a great way to allow others to pay part or all of the mortgage for your investment property by occupying the property as your primary residence. The practice of house hacking can also provide you with benefits for living in investment property for specific periods as your primary residence. There are guidelines … Continued
Multi-family properties come in many shapes and sizes and number of units. Becoming familiar with all of the ins and outs of this real estate investing sector will help investors like you balance your portfolio and realize a higher return. In addition, unlike single-family property, multi-family units are rarely all empty, saving you from a … Continued
Passive income through real estate investments allows owners to build wealth and thoroughly enjoy living life on their terms during the golden years of retirement. Typically, the single-family home rental scenario comes to mind when you imagine a real estate investor’s portfolio holdings. However, real estate has much more to offer. There is an astounding … Continued
