House flipping has seen a surge in popularity in the past decade or so, but the practice of buying and reselling houses as an investment has been around for quite some time. Did you know that investing in real estate goes back to before the Revolutionary War? Let’s explore the history of real estate investment, […]
Home improvement reality shows make house flips look easy: Pick up a cheap home, put in money for on-trend home improvements, and resell for a major profit. What those programs don’t show you is the hard work that goes into flipping a home — and the fact that the work doesn’t always pay off the […]
It’s no secret: Investing in real estate offers the opportunity to diversify your portfolio and protect against volatile markets while building wealth. But real estate investing is complex, and success requires some groundwork. One of the best ways to educate yourself? Property investment books. Whether you’re just getting started and want to learn the basics, or […]
In real estate, a hard money loan is a short-term bridge loan typically used when the borrower can’t obtain other types of funding, needs a fast turn around, or prefers not to work with a bank. It differs from other types of loans in that the lender considers the value of the property offered as […]
When you’re investing in real estate, you need to think about capital gains–something you don’t consider with your residential home. Savvy real estate investors understand the importance of real estate tax shelters, which lower their tax obligations. Here are the three best tax shelters you need to know as a real estate flipper. 1. 1031 Exchange […]
Luxury homes command high prices, which often means high profits when flipping a house for sale. Luxury homes naturally have a smaller market than homes overall, and setting the right price for a flipped house is all the more important due to market size. If you ask for too much, the home might not sell. […]
Every time you turn on the TV, there’s yet another show about flipping houses. But did you know that they all share a secret: House flipping is a lot harder than it looks. The good news? Experience is invaluable, and you can learn from those who’ve flipped before! Here are 17 tips from successful flippers […]
People who flip houses for a living or a side income understand that their properties must be structurally sound. Unfortunately, they often overlook the importance of attractive interior design. In an industry as competitive as real estate, working with a quality decorative contractor can help set properties apart so they sell faster. We provide several […]
Whether you’re working on your first flip or you’ve flipped many homes in your day, preparing for an appraisal is a key component in the process. After all, the results of the appraisal will determine your property’s value, so whipping your home into tip-top shape is paramount. But an appraisal doesn’t just influence asking price; […]
Turn on the television and it’s easy to find multiple shows featuring house flippers buying and selling properties for profit. Many of these shows make it seem as if making a profit flipping houses is easy money. However, industry professionals know it takes more than a few repairs and a coat of paint to earn […]
