property: What Real Estate Should I Invest In? - 09/13/12 04:02 AM
A few years ago, an investor and author named Al Thomas wrote a book for stock market and mutual fund investors with the tongue-in-cheek title, “If It Doesn’t Go Up, Don’t Buy It!”It would be nice if you could have a time machine so you could see into the future, and only buy properties that went up in value. However, that’s not the way the real world works.When it comes to investing in real estate, there’s no single answer. Every investor comes to the table with different skill sets. Some investors have a lot of home improvement skills and can add … (0 comments)

property: Million Dollar Potties - 07/17/12 07:53 AM
What’s the sexiest part about a house? Is it the yard? The kitchen? It’s a tough call, and really comes down to personal opinion. Personally, I believe bathrooms are the most attractive part of a house. Clear glass shower windows, bath tubs the size of Olympic swimming pools, televisions in the mirror. The possibilities of the perfect bathroom are endless. After scouring RealEstate.com in an attempt to satisfy my craving for bathroom pictures, I’ve collected a few that I hope you’ll enjoy as well.
Mr. Fantastic - 6 Summit Pl., Malba, NY
Property Listing Price: $3,999,000
Location: Malba, N.Y.
About: … (5 comments)

property: Waterfront Property: It’s not all Sunshine and Roses - 06/04/12 06:07 AM
Waterfront property can be a profitable investment and provides a wonderful living experience, but it’s important to remember that ocean view and lakefront properties come with challenges that don’t apply to other homes.
Ocean Views = Coastal Weather Waterfront property can be beautiful, but, depending on the region, it can also be subjected to damaging storms and wild weather. Beachfront homes tend to take a pounding during hurricanes and insurance rates are high as a result. In some parts of the country, where hurricanes are prevalent, it may be impossible to obtain hurricane coverage on a beachfront home.The same consideration applies, … (7 comments)

property: Is Investing in Beach Rental Property a Smart Move? - 11/23/11 10:33 AM
There are lots of different reasons to consider investing in beach rental property. Some people wish to have a vacation home that doubles as a rental property, others seek to invest in beach properties for lifestyle reasons or as an eventual residence for their retirement. Here are some guidelines for finding out if investing in beach rental property is a smart move for you.
Examine Your Motivation for Investing in Beach Rental Property investing in beach rental propertyIf you are looking at beach rental properties purely as an investment vehicle, do the math to be sure that it really meets your … (0 comments)

 
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