Real Estate Equity: Key Concepts, Investment Methods & Value
Real estate equity represents the portion of a property you actually own after subtracting any outstanding mortgage debt from its current market […]
A Beginner’s Guide to REO Properties Investing
Real Estate Owned (REO) properties are bank-owned properties that failed to sell at foreclosure auctions, creating unique investment opportunities for buyers seeking […]
Is The Retail Real Estate Recovery Here to Stay?
The retail commercial real estate sector shows a selective recovery in 2025, with transaction volumes down 14.2% year-over-year despite strong pricing momentum. […]
How to Qualify for VA Mortgages
VA mortgages offer qualifying veterans, service members, and surviving spouses a path to homeownership with significant financial advantages. These government-backed loans remove […]
Why an Estoppel Certificate in Real Estate Matters
An estoppel certificate is a legally binding document that confirms the current terms and status of a lease agreement between a tenant […]
Rent Abatement in Real Estate: What Landlords Should Know
When a rental property becomes uninhabitable due to fire, flooding, or other disasters, tenants should not pay full rent for unusable space. […]
Understanding CRE Conduit Spreads
Commercial real estate conduit spread represents the difference between the yield on commercial mortgage-backed securities and a benchmark rate, typically Treasury bonds. […]
Real Estate Escrow: A Step-by-Step Guide
Real estate escrow is a straightforward process that protects both buyers and sellers during property transactions. Escrow is a financial arrangement where […]
How a Good Faith Deposit in Real Estate Works
When you buy a house, you will likely encounter the term “good faith deposit” during negotiations with sellers. A good faith deposit, […]
Effective Rent vs. Asking Rent: Know the Difference
When evaluating rental properties or comparing lease offers, the monthly rent listed in advertisements does not reflect the full financial picture. Effective […]
Protect Yourself with Contingency Clauses in Real Estate
In real estate transactions, contingency clauses in contracts serve as critical protections for buyers and sellers. These contractual conditions must be met […]
A Guide to Understanding CRE Loan Spreads
Commercial real estate loan spreads represent the difference between the interest rate charged on CRE loans and a benchmark rate, typically Treasury […]
The Ins and Outs of Earnest Money in Real Estate
When making an offer on a property, buyers submit earnest money to show serious intent to purchase, usually ranging from 1% to […]