investment: Is now the "right" time to invest in residential real estate??
- 04/07/09 11:28 AM
Over the last two years one of the biggest reasons give for not moving forward with a purchase is the, "I want to wait until prices go down further". This may sound valid to a point but when you consider where interest rates are likely going to head in the next 12 to 18 months, maybe not. Further price drops will likely coincide with interest rate increases which will eliminate the incentive/attraction that price drop brings, which is a lower payment. Check out the graph below as an illustrative example. The % down doesn't really matter because the ratio of payment … (2 comments)
investment: Investor Alert: Low down, cash flow positive, equity built in
- 04/06/09 12:01 PM
This property is an investors dream. Most typical residential real estate investment risks have been mitigated! Here's why: More than $29k of built in equity mitigates loss of value risk. Tenant in place on a year lease mitigates lease-up fees & rent ready costs. Cash flow positive on 30 year fixed means principle pay down +, further mitigating loss of value risk. 2004 build reduces maintenance costs. HOA amenities and proximity to schools, parks & athletic facilities creates a family neighborhood and culture, usually means longer term tenants. Check out this flyer below, there's a link to other opportunistic properties we … (0 comments)
investment: No-cost, educational webinars
- 02/08/08 09:03 AM
Check this out, we are putting on two free educational webinars. If anyone has an interest in either of these areas please register. This is a great way to get direct information from experts on either topic. All from the comfort of your own home. If you are a realtor and have a referral interested in investing in real estate in our markets, we pay a perpetual referral fee.
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investment: 7 Investor Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them
- 10/11/07 07:14 PM
Yes, it is meant to drive people to our service but the content is very informative and good. I hope it is worth the time it takes to read for everyone. 7 Real Estate Investor Pitfalls and how avoid them. Introduction It's been reported that 97 of 100 self-made U.S. millionaires made their fortune in real estate. If that's true, then why do people hesitate? Skewed Thinking Many hypotheses and pitfalls surround real estate investing. In recent years, rapid appreciation, access to 100% financing and the lure of fast and easy profits brought many new investors into real estate. Add the multitude of self-proclaimed real estate … (1 comments)
investment: NorthPoint Loves Raleigh to invest in, you should too!!!
- 07/05/07 10:32 AM
I've posted some market updates and analysis for Albuquerque/Rio Rancho and Austin. Now it's time to move east to Raleigh, NC. For our clients, the Raleigh market is a cashflow AND appreciation play. Cash flow is positive approx $100+ per month and the market appreciated 14%+ last year. Probably won't hit that this year but we are very confident it will be in the 10% neighborhood. Check out our current inventory by clicking here NorthPoint's Raleigh area inventory . We have properties from $250K to $375K, some on golf courses. Many of our clients property's are rented by RTP company employees that are here … (2 comments)
investment: Austin market - Interesting news & factoids that make it a good investment
- 06/01/07 08:28 AM
Following is a list of facts that make Austin a great place to invest: Population expected to grow 50% over the next 15 years.Austin added 26,500 jobs in the past year.Third fastest growing city in the nation; over 1,500 new residents each monthTop employers: Dell Computer, Motorolas, IBM, Samsung Electronics, Convergys, Freescale Semiconductor, Austin Info. Systems, University of Texas, State of Texas.4th in the Nation for Hottest Job Growth (Business 2.0, 2006)Home Sales Up 16% from last year (Austin Business Journal, Sept. 2006)4th in the Best Overall Standard of Living (Expansion Management, 2006)3rd Best Metro for Businesses and Careers (Business 2.0)Building Boon … (3 comments)
investment: Why did the Portland, OR Intel Executive cross the road...?
- 05/25/07 07:49 AM
Answer: To get to the new Genentech. November marks the date the roof goes up. Summer opens. 300 employees. Plans for 1000 soon thereafter. This site is right across the street from Intel's $2.9 billion dollar Fab, Ronler Acres. Here comes the BOOM! Ready or not! Check out our website for available properties. Vancouver, WA is a great place too!. The appreciation in this market is going to be great this year. Here's the article in the Oregonian about Genentech:
Genentech tries healthy philosophy Monday, May 21, 2007 The Oregonian G enentech's numbers are impressive: Dozens of biomedical products on the market and in the pipeline. … (0 comments)
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Over the last two years one of the biggest reasons give for not moving forward with a purchase is the, "I want to wait until prices go down further". This may sound valid to a point but when you consider where interest rates are likely going to head in the next 12 to 18 months, maybe not.
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