Market Trends in Private Lending
For investors looking to diversify their portfolios, the field of real estate presents a few unique strengths. Between its higher than average stability, high rate of appreciation, and reliable cash flow, the field has a lot to offer. It’s a great time to invest, too; the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University has projected that, between 2015 and 2025, 13.6 million more households will be established.
How 420 Loans Affect Real Estate And Land Sales Nationally
Currently, 29 states and the District of Columbia (DC) have enacted laws that make the use of marijuana legal. Seven of those states, and DC, have legalized the recreational use of marijuana. Several more have legalized medical marijuana.
Renovations to Protect Your Investment in Colder Climates
Every location has some element of inclement weather that the residents of that area must deal with on an ongoing basis. There may be very pleasant days at some times. When the dirge of the specific weather condition comes, everyone must contend with it.
How to Fix And Flip an Investment Property With Storm Damage
Storm damaged residential real estate seems like the perfect fix and flip opportunity. The premise of repairing the storm damage and flipping the house may seem straightforward. As anyone experienced in renovations can testify there is nothing straightforward about this aspect of the real estate investment business.
How Are Weather Patterns Influencing U.S. Home Sales?
Weather affects home sales. This is a very straightforward conclusion that can be drawn by anyone trying to sell a home during a blizzard, hurricane or other severe weather event. If potential buyers cannot get to the house, they cannot make a decision to buy it.
Latest Fall Curb Appeal Trends For Your Investment Property
Curb appeal is a critical part of marketing real estate investment properties, and each season brings its own unique challenges and opportunities. The need to make a great first impression in the fall is just as great as any other time of year, but the distinct quality of fall presents some fantastic opportunities that are just not available in the winter, spring or summer.
Hurricane Irma and Harvey’s Role in Real Estate Investing
For the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts, the thought of a hurricane is a fact of life. Recently, the fact is that violent storms have made life unbearable for millions of coastal residents. In spite of this recurring devastation, there are increasing numbers of Americans living in coastal areas prone to hurricanes.
Five Traits Hard Money Lenders Evaluate in a Loan Borrower
A real estate loan borrower’s profile plays a salient role in the lender’s due diligence process and analysis. The mortgagee reviews the mortgagor, in a comprehensive manner, in order to deem any lending activity a prudent risk to the loan portfolio.
Why FinTech Funding Went Up in 2015 and The Trends of 2016
In the world of finance, when one item goes down, it does not necessarily mean another item goes up. In this case, however, a sharp decline in the number of technology companies going public means that more of them are seeking private funding.
The Benefits of Real Estate Crowdfunding
Real estate development, for many, may seem like a tough industry to work in. Unless you are in an exclusive club, the chances of stumbling upon a great development opportunity are slim-to-none.
