All Real Estate Investing Blog Posts (590)

Anyone that is looking for an apartment in Biloxi will find quite a few choices. There are a few things that people can do to find the best properties here and get a good result from their search. Taking things step-by-step in the search process can be the smart way to find a new home.

What are the most important things to think about?

Some people think that the price of a unit is the most important thing to consider and will use this as a…

The recent brouhaha about renaming the rural stretch Mullanpur to New Chandigarh has everyone talking about. The decision of Punjab government to rename the area hasn’t gone down too well with the Haryana Chief Minister, who thinks it an unethical ploy to sell the place using false advertising.

Unethical or not, the renaming can be best viewed as an attempt of the government to cash in on the popularity of Chandigarh. One look at the place and you are sure that it is going to go down…

Are you looking for a multifamily investment property? If so, what is included on your list of criteria when shopping available options? If the five must-have features listed here are not on it, then it’s time to make some adjustments in your search if you want a property that will perform for years to come.

1. Location. Yes, it’s true that not every property can have the most appealing location in town; but that shouldn’t stop you from trying. In addition to lower maintenance,…

Rental rate. It’s a critical factor. It’s the reason you’ve picked this asset class as your investment, and ensuring it provides the greatest return is your highest priority. But raising the rent can be a challenge. People are sensitive about money and no one wants to pay a higher price for exactly what they currently have.

The truth is, inflation happens. Just like property taxes and other associated costs with houses rise each year, so too does the cost of living in an apartment,…

Whether you’re a multi-family property owner or thinking about becoming one, it’s imperative you understand what renters are currently looking for in a rental property. While it’s fairly safe to assume most want safety, community, and good management, there are additional line items that could make or break the decision for a prospective tenant.

According to the latest survey from Apartments.com, it is apparent that more and more Americans are choosing to rent. Their reasons why and…

Whether you’re a multi-family property owner or thinking about becoming one, it’s imperative you understand what renters are currently looking for in a rental property. While it’s fairly safe to assume most want safety, community, and good management, there are additional line items that could make or break the decision for a prospective tenant.

According to the latest survey from Apartments.com, it is apparent that more and more Americans are choosing to rent. Their reasons why and…

If you’re a property owner, then you probably have a nagging desire for information about the market as well as tenant behavior. Let us help quench that thirst with a brief summary of the results of the National Survey of Renters survey, conducted by the Opinion Research Corporation.

• The total number of apartment buildings in the U.S. account for 48% of available rental space options
• Seventy-three percent of renters live in apartments, as opposed to the 27% that live in…

How many videos do you have scattered around the Internet working for you to promote your property at all hours of the day and night? If you said “none,” we need to have a serious talk. Videos are highly beneficial, and they are especially so for real estate for the following reasons:

1. Visual. Video allows you to show the property, its amenities, the desirable attributes prospective tenants will love, and more, rather than just explaining them in ads, articles or…

For the second straight month, national homebuilder confidence fell during the month of May. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and Wells Fargo, confidence slipped 2 points to 44. This was unexpected, as a Bloomberg survey earlier in the month had revealed an expected increase in confidence to 47.

What does this say to us about the rental market? According to the report, anything below 50 means survey respondents consider homebuilding conditions to be poor.…

If you’re considering a rental income property for purchase, but you’re not sure whether to go for the traditional, single-family investment (i.e., homes, duplexes, condos) or to opt for the larger, multi-family complex, you’ve come to the right place. Here are the top five reasons why the larger investment may be worth more to you in the long-run:

1. Multi-family properties allow for more tenants, hence the name: multi-family. This, naturally yields itself to greater income…

If you’re considering a rental income property for purchase, but you’re not sure whether to go for the traditional, single-family investment (i.e., homes, duplexes, condos) or to opt for the larger, multi-family complex, you’ve come to the right place. Here are the top five reasons why the larger investment may be worth more to you in the long-run:

1. Multi-family properties allow for more tenants, hence the name: multi-family. This, naturally yields itself to greater income…

One of the characteristics of an effective Philippine real estate agent is to have a wide network of contacts. A great way to do this is through the use of social media. Here are five (5) quick tips to grow your connection.

1. Facebook. Establish a profile on Facebook that will reflect your passion in the real estate field – show it on your Cover Photo, Profile Image, Info…

Real estate investors have a competitive nature that is completely understandable. “Winning” a bid on the ideal investment property sometimes puts us at odds with each other, but there are three ways that real estate professionals can help each other – and themselves – by collaborating with others.

1. Find a mentor. Novice investors who are looking to learn everything they…

Property investors are financially astute and generally prepared to make the best decisions about where to put their money for optimal growth that fits their goals. But, there are unsavory people in every walk of life just waiting to part you and your money. Avoid being a target by following three simple rules of smart investing that will safeguard your investment against fraud.

Get a Second…

With real estate continuing to stay on the forefront of minds and conversations across Canada, it’s most interesting to hear how very different the opinions of experts, pundits, investors, homeowners, and homebuyers are when it comes to the fate and future of the markets. In fact, doing a simple Google search for “Canada real estate news” yields hundreds of thousands of resulting opinion pieces, blogs and articles, running the gamut from “certain death by boom” to “status quo”, with many…

Have you given Edmonton consideration as an investment opportunity lately? If not, and you’re a serious investor on the look-out for outstanding opportunities, then Edmonton deserves a good look.

All it has to Offer

Edmonton is located in Alberta, Canada, one of the richest oil lands in the country, where oil and gas are fueling the economy and driving population and infrastructure growth. Investors are becoming increasingly interested in this area for many…

Did you know that investing in real estate is the single investment where you can use someone else’s money to earn a return for yourself? It’s one of the many reasons investors flock to this reliable asset class. Leverage, is one such tactic. It allows an investor to utilize the value in his or her principle residence to increase the potential for ROI. But there’s more to it, and that’s what we’ll discuss here.

The Guidelines

By using the leveraging technique,…

The best tenants are those who stay a while and pay into an investor's equity, but the million-dollar question in the rental market is: How do you find them? Canadian Family magazine rated Canada's top 10 cities in which to raise a family, using specific criteria to rank the cities. What we can glean from their research is that young families want some things you might expect, and some that you…

Wading through property investment advice, tips and tricks can be tiring, but it doesn't have to be. Simplify your property investment strategy by going straight to the best sources for the latest Canadian rental property news and information. Your growing portfolio will thank you.

1. The Canadian Real Estate Association posts current news items and statistics, updated within monthly, quarterly and annual reports right on the…