The Next Big Boom!
While many real estate markets have cooled off, there are major hot spots throughout the country that are booming due to population growth and urban expansion. These are the only markets that our investors and partners will do acquisitions in. The only caveat is price. We will invest in other markets only if they are stable and we can buy at a discount and lower our debt service to a point that reduces the risk on the investment. The emerging markets are where the next big real estate profits will be found. The key is knowing how real estate market cycles work through the ups and downs of the marketplace.
There are four market cycles, but my favorite is buyer’s market cycle one. This is the stage of the market in which you buy for cash flow. This indicator to look for in determining this market is appreciation. When appreciation isn’t apparent to the everyday investor and you know that something good is about to happen in that marketplace that will create positive change, then it is time to look for properties with a strong cash flow and buy! The positive change usually stems form job growth. However, it is important to understand that the cycle may last 2-5 years. One of the best places to find forecasted job growth is through the United States Census.
Properties in the first buyers market give us multiple exit strategies and a great income in addition to a large increase in equity over time. Our team has recently identified and is working in 3 different emerging marketplaces.
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“Where there is no vision, the people perish.” –Proverbs 29:18
“A vision is a precise, clearly defined goal with a detailed plan and timetable for achieving that goal.”– Steven K Scott.
Having a vision for your Real Estate Investing Business is very important. Without it we can be directionless on how to proceed.
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Understanding Title Insurance
Title to a property is a record detailing the owners of the property and rights associated with the ownership. Title typically shows a progression of ownership from the first owner to the current one. Title is a fairly simple concept, but when it goes wrong it is a nightmare. That is where title insurance comes in.
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Understanding Deeds When Selling a Home
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Increase Your Home Value With Bathroom Improvements
Many home owners look for ways to add value to their homes through improvements. One of the best ways is to have a go at your bathrooms.
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Tips on Decorating Your House to Sell
When potential buyers step into your house, they want to see a clean, neat and attractively decorated house. What they DON’’T want to see is something so overly decorated they can’t imagine their own furniture and possessions in the house. Here are a few tips on keeping a minimalist approach to your home decorating.
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If Real Estate Investment Is So Great, Why Doesn’t Everyone Do It?
The Real Estate Investment Version of the Fear Factor.
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“Who’s the Boss?” 10 ways to start taking control
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At first glance, it would seem that positive thinking and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) have nothing to do with one another. But many of us with ADD develop negative thinking patterns because we become frustrated by our challenges and
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How to Use Comparable Sales to Determine the Current Market Value of a Property
Learn about comparable sales and how they can help you assess your property!
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