Risk and reward Archives - Basic Property Management

May 26, 2025May 22, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Lenders, Residential Property Management

Real Estate Risk Modeling: Best Practices for Investors

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Real estate risk modeling is the discipline of using data-driven tools and techniques to assess, quantify, and manage the uncertainty in property […]

March 27, 2025April 1, 2025Investors, Lenders, Residential Property Management

The Investor’s Ultimate Guide to Buying Probate Properties

Discover what makes probate properties valuable investment opportunities and how to navigate the acquisition process as a savvy investor.

When a property owner passes away without specifying heirs through a will, their real estate assets enter what’s known as probate – […]

March 26, 2025April 5, 2025Investors

Is Tax Lien Investing Your Path to Passive Income?

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Tax lien investing emerges as an alternative investment strategy when property owners fail to pay their property taxes. When local governments need […]

March 14, 2025April 24, 2025Investors, Landlords

Strategically Navigating the Most At-Risk Housing Markets

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Recent market analysis reveals significant vulnerability across several major U.S. housing markets, with concentrated risk in California, Illinois, and the New York […]

March 11, 2025March 14, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Lenders, Residential Property Management

How to Calculate Debt Service Coverage Ratio Like a Pro

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The debt service coverage ratio serves as a critical metric for real estate investors evaluating potential property investments. The DSCR compares a […]

March 11, 2025March 21, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management

What Does Your Property’s Cap Rate Really Tell You?

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The capitalization rate, commonly known as cap rate, serves as a fundamental metric for evaluating real estate investments. A cap rate is […]

February 20, 2025May 22, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Lenders

How To Perform a Commercial Real Estate Analysis

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Commercial real estate analysis requires systematic evaluation of properties to make informed investment decisions. A comprehensive commercial real estate analysis examines key […]

January 31, 2025February 27, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Lenders

Underwriting Commercial Real Estate: Factors for Risk Assessment

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Underwriting commercial real estate is a critical process for investors and lenders alike. It involves thoroughly evaluating potential property investments to assess […]

December 9, 2024February 24, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Residential Property Management

CPI and Mortgage Rates: Impact on Investment Real Estate

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The Consumer Price Index (CPI) and mortgage rates are closely intertwined, impacting real estate investors’ decisions and strategies. As inflation rises, the […]