Investing in condos – Your top questions answered
A condo can be an attractive choice when purchasing an investment property, especially for first-time investors. They generally cost less than single-family homes and can be easier to maintain. However, whether or not they’re a good investment depends on several factors. Ready to learn more? Read on as we uncover the answers to common questions…
Read MoreTips for renting your home in 2023
Are you planning on renting your home for the first time? With the real estate market slowing, many homeowners in the Central Valley are planning on postponing selling their homes and renting them out instead. If you’re planning on renting your home for the first time, here are several tips that you can use to…
Read MoreWhat is a rent ledger? Do you need one?
Are you planning on getting started with investing in rental properties? If so, one of the tools that you’re going to use regularly is a rent ledger. In this article we will break down what a rent ledger is why you’re going to need one in your business. A rent ledger keeps a record of…
Read MoreReasons To Hire A Property Manager
Are you a property owner who is grappling with the day-to-day hassles of managing your properties? Do you find yourself constantly responding to tenant complaints, dealing with maintenance issues, and collecting rent? If so, then it may be time to consider hiring a property manager. A property-manager is a professional who specializes in overseeing the…
Read MoreAre rental property charging stations worth the investment?
As the world shifts towards a greener future, the need for electric vehicles is on the rise. This has led to the installation of electric charging stations across the country. However, the question arises, are rental property charging stations worth the investment? The answer is a resounding yes. Rental properties are a smart investment, and…
Read MoreTips For Buying Your First Rental Property In 2023
Are you planning on buying your first rental property? If so, you’ve come to the right place! Rental properties have continued to produce ROI for investors in recent years and passive monthly cash flow compared to stocks and Bitcoin. The great news is that there are lots of great deals out there right now with…
Read MoreManufactured homes? Should you add one to your portfolio?
The popularity of manufactured (mobile) homes has been on the rise over the past several years, spurred partly by highly competitive traditional housing markets, overall interest in smaller homes, and the search for more affordable housing. But what about adding this type of home to your real estate investment portfolio as a single home or in a mobile home…
Read MoreWhat is a 1031 Exchange?
For lifelong real estate investors, the 1031 exchange can be the trick to help them save on taxes and build significantly more wealth. This post is the road map to making this happen. What is a 1031 Exchange? If a landlord decides to sell a rental property at some point, they will need to pay taxes on…
Read MoreWhat is a late notice? How do you write one?
Writing a late rent notice is an unavoidable part of being a landlord. The notice of a late rent payment has three purposes. First, it reminds the tenant to pay the overdue rent promptly, informs about late fees, and then warns the tenant of the consequences of nonpayment. However, a late rent letter has a…
Read MoreWhy rental properties are still a good investment
One of the most valuable tools rental property investors have in the U.S. is the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. Surprisingly, this style of mortgage is very much an outlier compared to what’s typically offered in other countries. Most countries tend to offer adjustable, variable, flexible, or renegotiable rate mortgages, all of which pose an inherent risk…
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