investment property: 5 Financial Terms Every Real Estate Investor Should Know - 03/25/19 07:02 AM

The success of your real estate ventures depends on your ability to navigate the financial world. Learn these terms to make it easier to understand what's going on with your real estate investments.
Cash Flow
Contrary to popular belief, cash flow isn't just the amount of liquid assets you have available. Your cash and unused lines of credit are an essential indicator of your ability to complete projects and pay the cost of ongoing operations. However, these factors don't tell the whole financial story.
Your actual cash flow is the difference between your gross income and your financial obligations. You can have a large … (3 comments)

investment property: 3 Things To Consider Before Buying A Fixer-Upper Home - 09/29/16 03:09 AM
What Will It Cost?
If you're going into a home expecting a few renovation costs, a minor detail here or there may not add up to much. However, if you're not interested in spending the big bucks on making changes, you'll want to estimate the cost of renovations you can't live without. By including all the necessary labor and materials, you'll be able to determine if the price-point of your offer will be worth it. If there are any serious issues with the house, it may not be worth your time to consider the purchase at all.
Will Renovations Increase The Value? … (3 comments)

investment property: Fixer Upper 101: Understanding Purchase & Renovation Costs - 08/08/16 08:35 AM
Fixer uppers can come with huge price benefits and opportunity, as well as problems. Make sure you understand what you're getting yourself into before you purchase a home that needs significant restoration.
Carefully Calculate
Do the math very carefully before jumping in. Add up the expected renovation costs based on a thorough evaluation of the property. As some of the expected costs will lie within a grey area, it is important that you base your estimation on the higher end of the price range. Be sure to account for all materials and labor.
Once you have calculated your expected renovation costs, subtract this number … (2 comments)

investment property: The Pros and Cons of Purchasing A Rental Property - 06/15/16 01:47 AM
With the ever-fluctuating cost of housing, buying real estate can be one of the best investments a person can make. However, a lot of important factors can be left out of the final decision when it comes to purchasing a home as rental property. If you are taking the initial steps to invest in a second home, here are some important things to consider before you make the financial commitment.
The Distance To A Destination
Many people who purchase second homes to rent out choose to buy in places that are sought after, whether it's a trendy area or beachfront property. While buying … (2 comments)

investment property: Buying an Investment Property: How To Maximize Your Rental Revenue - 12/03/14 11:19 PM
Whether you're buying a ski-in/ski-out condo at your favorite resort or you're thinking of picking up a small home in a busy tourist area, buying a property for short-term rental purposes can be an excellent investment that quickly begins to provide additional revenue.
Here are a few steps that you can take to maximize the revenue that your investment properties bring in each month.
 
Upgrade Your Home to Give It a Luxurious Feel
It should go without saying that if you want your home to rent for a high price it has to have a significant amount of value behind it. … (3 comments)

investment property: Smart Ways To Use Equity Within Your Home - 02/21/14 01:09 AM
Home equity is the difference between what your home can sell for and what you owe on it. Generally, the longer you own your home, the more equity you build.
This is money you can use before you sell your home through a home equity loan. Just keep in mind that a home equity loan is secured with your home. If you can't make the payments, you can lose your home.
Use Your Home Equity In Smart Ways:
Remodel Your Home - If you've wanted to add on a family room or modernize your kitchen, consider using your home's equity to fund the … (3 comments)

 
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