The Top Renovations That Drive The Most Return On Your Real Estate Investment
16
Jun
By Kyle Muth
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Real Estate Investments,

The Top Renovations That Drive The Most Return On Your Real Estate Investment

Your property is an investment, and it is important for you to treat it as such. If you want to increase the value of your property, you might be thinking about conducting a renovation. This is a great opportunity to update certain features of the home, which could make it more attractive to a potential buyer. At the same time, some upgrades are more valuable than others. What are a few examples of renovation projects that will deliver the most return on your investment? A Kitchen Remodel There is a saying that the kitchen is the heart of the home,…
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Investing In Real Estate Gives You Leverage: What Does This Mean?
14
Jun
By Kyle Muth
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Investing In Real Estate Gives You Leverage: What Does This Mean?

If you are looking for a way to diversify your investments, you may have thought about purchasing real estate. You may have heard that one of the major advantages of investing in real estate is that it can give you a significant amount of leverage you can use to exponentially increase your returns. At the same time, what exactly does this mean? Learn more about leverage and how you can use it to your advantage. A Brief Overview Of Leverage When someone is talking about leverage, they are referring to the use of various financial instruments, such as borrowed capital,…
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A Beginner’s Guide To Investing In Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
28
Apr
By Kyle Muth
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Real Estate Investments,

A Beginner’s Guide To Investing In Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

If you want to invest in real estate, there are low-cost alternatives to traditional real estate investments, and one of the most popular options is called a real estate investment trust. This is usually shortened to REIT, and it gives investors the ability to pool their money to invest in real estate. Essentially, this is a mutual fund for real estate investing. You might join hundreds or thousands of other investors, and professional investors at the trust will decide which properties to purchase. How can you invest in a real estate investment trust? The Advantages Of Investing In A REIT…
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Single Family VS. Multi-Family Rentals — What You Need to Know! (Part 1)
21
Sep
By Kyle Muth
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Single Family VS. Multi-Family Rentals — What You Need to Know! (Part 1)

Should you invest in single-family rental properties or multifamily rental properties? When it comes to residential real estate, this is the debate among new and seasoned investors alike. While you can sift through juxtaposing opinions in online forums until you’re blue in the face, at the end of the day, it boils down to your personal criteria and investing goals. In this article we will analyze single-family rental (SFR) versus multifamily rental (MFR) properties, so you can choose the best route for you. Advantages of Single-Family Rentals: 1. Less Expensive to Get Started One of the biggest advantages of SFR…
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Why You Should Buy an Apartment Complex
25
Aug
By Kyle Muth
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Real Estate Investments,

Why You Should Buy an Apartment Complex

Decide if Buying an Apartment Complex Is Right for You Before you start an apartment investing business, you want to make sure it’s the right investment strategy for you. Compared to purchasing single-family homes and small multifamily properties, an apartment building requires more research, more time, and oftentimes more capital and additional expenses. It’s important to weigh the pros and cons before buying apartment complexes. Pros of Buying Apartment Complexes There are many benefits to apartment investing. These include recurring income, spreading income across many units, lower per-unit maintenance costs, and the potential for extra income beyond collected rents. Lenders…
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15 or 30-Year Loan for an Investment Property: What’s the Best Move?
17
Jun
By Kyle Muth
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Mortgage, Real Estate Investments, ,

15 or 30-Year Loan for an Investment Property: What’s the Best Move?

There's a lot to be gained by buying an investment property. Not only can you take in monthly rental income from tenants, but you can also hold on to that property until its value increases and sell it at a profit.  However, many real estate investors can't buy a rental property outright. If you're looking to take out a mortgage for your investment property, you may be wondering whether to opt for a 15-year loan or a 30-year loan. There are pros and cons to both options. Here's what you need to know.  The 15-year mortgage The primary benefit of…
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What is the 2% Rule? Is It a Smart Real Estate Investing Strategy?
06
May
By Kyle Muth
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What is the 2% Rule? Is It a Smart Real Estate Investing Strategy?

Many real estate investors have heard of the 1% Rule, but what about the 2% Rule?  The 2% Rule states that if the monthly rent for a given property is at least 2% of the purchase price, it will likely cash flow nicely. It looks like this: monthly rent / purchase price = X.  If X is less than 0.02 (the decimal form of 2%) then the property is not a 2% property. If it is 0.02 or greater, then you’ve found a 2% property. This can then shed some light on whether or not a property is likely to…
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