real estate investment: Walnut Creek Investor Update - 03/17/17 09:42 PM
Walnut Creek Investor Update
Hello March 2017! We are a quarter of the way through the year and it is time for a Walnut Creek area update. There is some great news happening for Walnut Creek. Downtown is set to be popular and booming this summer with some new developments. Investors, be informed, Downtown Walnut Creek and Concord are perfect areas to dip into. Here is why….
Apartment Complex Surge. The downtown areas of Walnut Creek and Concord boast tons of perks. They are close to restaurants, bars, social life, shopping, entertainment, and BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit). BART is a transportation … (1 comments)

real estate investment: What 2017 Real Estate Trends Investors Need to Know - 01/20/17 07:28 PM
What 2017 Real Estate Trends Investors Need to Know
We know that real estate investing comes with both risks and rewards. Part of being successful as an investor is being able to change and adapt to all real estate environments. Therefore, it is important to be aware of the market around you. Let’s talk about the 2017 real estate trends you should know about it.
New Home Construction
As a savvy investor, you may already know that new construction is expected to regain some steam this year. Single-family housing is expected to rise by over 10%. There is a gap to discuss. … (1 comments)

real estate investment: When is the right time to hire a property management company? - 01/05/17 09:50 AM
When is the right time to hire a property management company?
2017 is still new to us, but it is here and happening so let’s dive in strong! Happy New Year and happy investing to you in 2017. If you are a real estate investor, it is important to know current information of property management companies, pros and cons. Most importantly, you need to know when to take that step in your business. So, let’s talk about that.
This may be one of the biggest decisions you make as an investor and landlord, and it can be the best help you need … (0 comments)

real estate investment: Tips for Financing Your Investment Property - 12/29/16 09:58 PM
Tips for Financing Your Investment Property
2017 is literally right around the corner. Do have a resolution to invest in the New Year, in Contra Costa County? 2017 is your time to shine and make your dreams and aspirations come true in the real estate market. Interest rates are remaining low and the investment market is booming in demand. To ensure you are ready, here are some tips to prepare for financing your investment property.
The Down-payment
This is a very important factor to consider when investing. Securing this 20-25% down-payment helps insure you to get a traditional loan, and possibly even … (1 comments)

real estate investment: Multi-Family- Looking Ahead to 2017 - 12/01/16 07:18 PM
Multi-Family- Looking Ahead to 2017
2016 has been a good year with interest rates and benefits for real estate investors especially when using 1031 exchanges to your investing benefits. Multi-family housing has become in demand because it is a great way to invest in real estate by having more tenants under one roof, to name one benefit. In fact, the past few years have been favorable for the multifamily market. With single family construction down the last few years, developers have turned to apartments for work. And now, investors are also catching up to the opportunities to invest in multi-family units.
But … (1 comments)

real estate investment: Buying Small Apartments - 11/26/16 08:33 AM
Buying Small Apartments
The bigger the deal, the bigger the risks are. Therefore, starting small with buying small apartment complexes may be the best option for you. The benefits for a new investor are great. You can get a loan easier, or participate in a 1031 exchange as we like to talk about in this blog. Also, there will be a profit on a lower scale of investment expense. It is known that as an investor, buying apartments and multi-family buildings is the best way to go. Mainly because you have all of your tenants under one roof and you can … (2 comments)

real estate investment: Rules and Exceptions to 1031 Exchanges - 11/17/16 11:10 AM
Rules and Exceptions to 1031 Exchanges
Recently, we have been blogging about general information and benefits of participating in 1031 exchanges as an investor. It can sometimes be heavy information although a fairly simple concept, and a great opportunity in your real estate endeavors. Now, it is time to break down the rules and exceptions to 1031 exchanges.
As a brief introduction, 1031 is simply the IRS code which allows for a tax deferred property exchange. You are exchanging one property for another which is equally qualified to delay capital gains taxes, within a specific time frame. The equity received from the … (2 comments)

real estate investment: 1031 Exchanges- Why the time is NOW - 11/10/16 01:15 PM
1031 Exchanges- Why the time is NOW
There is no doubt about it, the time is now to learn more about and participate in 1031 exchanges. A 1031 exchange is an excellent use of the tax system, in the form of a deferment that has made many investors very successful. 2016 is becoming known as the best year to get involved in using 1031 exchanges.
As an introduction for new readers, you will most likely want a clear definition in what a 1031 exchange is. 1031 is simply the IRS code which allows for an exchange to take place while deferring the … (1 comments)

real estate investment: Grow Your Wealth- Invest in Real Estate - 11/03/16 02:11 PM
Grow Your Wealth- Invest in Real Estate, Contra Costa County, CA
It is a commonly known fact that investing in real estate is a great way to grow your wealth. Some even say it’s the best way. But the kind of investing that you are doing is the key factor. Homeowners see purchasing their home as an investment; which is a loose definition of the term. It may be an investment in your future; however, it will not pay you back. In fact, it will cost you continuously. Therefore, if you are looking to invest, go for multi-family housing!
Multi-Family Continues to Be … (0 comments)

real estate investment: Top Reasons to Invest in Multi-Family Properties - 10/27/16 01:47 PM
Top Reasons to Invest in Multi-Family Properties
As an investor, your best move is to invest in multi-family properties. Seems simple, the more you have the more potential you will make. There are several perks to investing in multi-family properties such as apartment complexes over single-family housing. Basic advantages are having all of your renters under one roof, tax breaks, more cash flow, and ability to hire management companies to run the day in, day out. However, let’s break it down into more detail.
All Under One Roof
Last week’s blog talked about this too with perks of multi-family investing. It is … (3 comments)

real estate investment: Invest in Multi-Family Housing Now- Real Estate Investing - 10/20/16 01:29 PM
Invest in Multi-Family Housing Now- Real Estate Investing
Last week, our blog was an introduction to what 1031 exchanges are. This week, we would like to talk about why it is a great idea as an investor to reposition your equity and invest in multi-family housing. Profit, profit, profit! That’s right, by partaking in 1031 exchanges, investors have doubled their rental incomes and here is how.
Trade Up Using the benefits of 1031 exchanges, you can trade your single family home for multiple properties such as apartment buildings, and so on. By taking this scenario, you go from the potential of one … (1 comments)

real estate investment: 1031 Exchanges- What You Need to Know - 10/13/16 12:51 PM
1031 Exchanges- What You Need to Know
You may be familiar with the general idea of this term. You may have heard of it in regards to real estate and investing. But, do you actually understand the meaning of what a 1031 Exchange is? Let’s break it down with what you need to know about 1031 exchanges in regards to real property.
To start, what is a 1031 exchange?
Basically, it is as it sounds, an exchange, as in a swap of one investment for another investment. 1031 is a section of Internal Revenue Code and it is favored in real estate particularly … (1 comments)

real estate investment: Real Estate As An Investment- An Introduction - 10/07/16 03:46 AM
Real Estate As An Investment- An Introduction
Contra Costa County, CA is a great place to invest in real estate. You have bought and sold a few properties and feel like you are ready to get involved in real estate investment. However, you aren’t sure which channel is right for you. After all, there are several real estate investment types. Here, we will discuss way to invest in real estate to help you get a feel for your outlet.
Basic Rentals
Basic rental properties, the initial vehicle into real estate investing, is when a person buys a house and rents it out for … (0 comments)

real estate investment: Fall is the Time to Buy & Here’s Why - Contra Costa County, CA - 10/01/16 09:59 AM

Fall is the Time to Buy & Here’s Why - Contra Costa County, CA
Have you been thinking of buying lately but haven’t made any moves? Let us tell you why your time to buy could be now. As a buyer, you may know the market changes from what can be known as a buyer’s market to a seller’s market. A buyer’s market can be considered as a real estate market that is prime opportunity for a home buyer. For example, there is a lot of competition and sellers are more willing to negotiate. Another example is the market is supporting lower … (3 comments)

real estate investment: Real Estate Investment is Key to Diversification - 12/17/15 04:36 AM
Real estate investment is key to diversification.  What does that mean?  Stocks and bonds are what people typically think of when it comes to a financial portfolio.  But to truly diversify, you should consider investing in real estate.
Real Estate Investment = Diversification of AssetsYour company offers a 401k with matching funds up to 3%.  What do you do?  You take it, of course.  You'd be silly to turn down free money, right?  But, as the saying goes, you don't want to put all your eggs in one basket.  The key to a strong financial portfolio is to diversify.  Mutual funds can … (1 comments)

 
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