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September 17, 2025September 14, 2025Investors, Lenders

Down Payment in Real Estate: Key Facts for Buyers

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Buying a home represents one of the largest financial decisions you’ll make, and understanding the down payment requirement is crucial for success. […]

September 16, 2025September 14, 2025Investors, Lenders

Don’t Be a Victim of Real Estate Appraisal Fraud

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Real estate appraisal fraud occurs when parties deliberately misrepresent property values to inflate loan amounts or manipulate transactions. This practice poses a […]

September 11, 2025September 9, 2025Investors, Landlords

How to Do a Comparative Market Analysis Like a Pro

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A comparative market analysis estimates a home’s value by comparing it to similar properties that have recently sold in the same area. […]

September 10, 2025September 9, 2025Investors, Landlords, Lenders, Residential Property Management, Tenants

What’s Driving the SFR Market 2025 Growth?

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The single-family rental market is transforming in 2025 due to persistent housing shortages, shifting renter preferences, and new institutional investment strategies. The […]

September 8, 2025September 10, 2025Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management

Single Family Rental Investment: Strategies and Opportunities

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Single family rental investment offers real estate professionals a practical path to building wealth, combining passive income with property appreciation. Compared to […]

August 20, 2025August 19, 2025Landlords, Residential Property Management, Tenants

When Should Landlords Offer Cash-for-Keys Deals?

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If you face problematic tenants, lengthy eviction processes, or need to regain possession of your property quickly, you might weigh expensive legal […]

August 19, 2025August 16, 2025Accounting, Investors

How to Calculate Capital Gain in Real Estate Investing

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Selling an investment property can generate substantial profits, but knowing how much you’ll keep after taxes depends on calculating your capital gain […]

August 18, 2025September 4, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Lenders, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Vacation rental management

What Is a Restrictive Covenant in a Real Estate Deed?

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When you consider a real estate investment, you might see legal terms in the property deed that limit how you can use […]

August 18, 2025August 16, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Lenders, Residential Property Management

Cap Rate Calculation: Essential Guide for Real Estate Investors

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Real estate investors use cap rate calculation to evaluate rental property investments and compare opportunities across different markets. The cap rate calculation […]

August 15, 2025August 13, 2025Investors, Landlords, Tenants

How to Start House-Hacking: A Beginner’s Guide

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House hacking offers a path to homeownership and real estate investing that many beginners overlook. This strategy lets you purchase a property, […]

August 8, 2025August 7, 2025AI, Blockchain, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management

Top Tips for Effective Blockchain-Powered Property Management

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Property management has traditionally relied on paper-based systems and manual processes that create inefficiencies, delays, and security vulnerabilities. Blockchain-powered property management transforms […]

August 8, 2025August 15, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Vacation rental management

Avoid Risks with a Contingency Fund in Real Estate Investing

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Real estate investing offers many opportunities for building wealth, but unexpected expenses can quickly disrupt even the best investment plans. Market downturns, […]

August 7, 2025August 6, 2025Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management

Why Investors Love Buy-and-Hold Real Estate

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Buy-and-hold real estate is one of the most popular investment strategies for building long-term wealth, attracting everyone from first-time investors to seasoned […]