Learn The Language
Nelson Mandela said that “education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”. You can use real estate education to change your life, your family’s life, or even more people’s lives. Real estate investing can provide great financial freedom. But as with anything, knowledge is power. Understanding the terminology and …
Make A Plan
You wouldn’t take a long road trip without a plan, so why take your trip into real estate investing without a plan? How does someone figure out a plan specific to their goals, needs, ability, and resources (which would be different from everyone else)? This is one great question. Like most things, (how do you …
The 1% Rule
When searching through the plethora of real estate investment options available, it can be difficult to narrow down all of the options. It is said that it takes looking at 1,000 potential properties to find one deal. One of the first ways I begin to eliminate potential property investments is through using the 1% rule. …
The 50% Rule
There are various rules or equations in real estate that can be used to help a person quickly figure out a potential real estate investment’s profit value. The 50% rule is one of those rules. It is used to quickly estimate the possible cash flow of a rental property. It aims to determine the potential …
Building Your Real Estate Investing Team
The world of real estate investing can be daunting as there are so many key pieces of information needed to be successful. The information you need will either be held by yourself or key members of your investment team. Before you can begin assembling your team, you must first self-assess. Self-assessment is an awareness of …
Retirement Funding through Real Estate Investments
Saving for retirement has always been an important life goal, but now more than ever, it’s something that should be at the forefront of saving plans. Current events have exposed the vulnerabilities of the traditional job market and highlighted the reasons people should seek to be financially independent. Investing in real estate is a great …
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Creating Generational Wealth Through Real Estate Investing
When people think of real estate investing, they think of flipping homes or buying rental properties. However, while these can be great ways to make money in real estate, it is not the only way. In this article, we will explore a few ways to invest in real estate and create generational wealth for yourself …
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Taxes Involved with Real Estate Investing
Real estate investing is a great way to grow your wealth and create passive income. The downside? Taxes. The IRS has two different tax structures for real estate investors: one for people who invest in the rental property and one for those who support a business they actively run themselves (such as flipping houses). It …
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Real Estate Investing and Social Media
Love it or hate it – social media is here to stay. Social media has transformed the way we do business, and specifically in real estate, it has equalized the opportunities between well-established investor billionaires and the average person just looking to get started. As a real estate investor, it is in your best interest …
Real Estate Investing Tax Deductions
There are many reasons why real estate is the best investment out there, including having an inherent demand, the ability to earn a passive income, and owning your own business. Perhaps the lesser known advantage is the tax benefits. In this article, we will review all you need to know about these benefits and real …
Learn About Real Estate
There are many ways to become successful and financially independent through real estate. One of the best things you can do is just start learning about real estate and find the areas that fit you best. Armstrong Williams said: “Now, one thing I tell everyone is to learn about real estate. Repeat after me: Real …
Financial Independence for Retirement
What would be your Financial Independence Number be? The best definition of a Financial Independence Number I’ve ever heard was enough wealth to cover all expenses indefinitely. So, your wealth or passive income will cover all your personal expenses without working. Your expenses might be covered by a combination of rental income, properties, stock dividends, …