Investing

What you need to know about rent-to-own homes

Renting is the option you have if you don't have the cash to purchase a house or a mortgage to finance your home buying, right? Not necessarily so. Rent-to-own homes exist exactly for this reason.

The Pros and Cons of Renting to College Students

If you are thinking about investing in a rental property located near campus or university town then you would likely be catering to student renters. But like any other investment, renting to college students has its pros and cons.

Attention Landlords: Don't Make These 6 Rent Collection Mistakes

While it is the tenant’s responsibility to pay rent on time, the landlord’s actions or the lack of it can contribute to instances of late payments. The following are some of the things that a landlord could prevent doing to minimize late rent payments.

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Understanding the Stages of Foreclosure

Purchasing a house in foreclosure comes with its own challenges, though, and the first thing you need to do to overcome these hurdles is to understand the different stages of foreclosure.
By Grace Stewart
Manhattan Rents Sink for the First Time Since the Great Recession

The second quarter of 2020 saw New York City's real estate market plummeting due to the pandemic as rental prices in Manhattan sank for the first time since the Great Recession, the latest study says.
By Grace Stewart
5 Items You Must Include in Your Lease Agreement

Keeping everything on record ensures everyone is clear as far as responsibilities and accountabilities. And that includes all the necessary info on the lease agreement. To give a better idea on which info you should prioritize, check out our list here:
By Grace Stewart
Commercial Real Estate Sector Continues to Struggle, Industrial and Multi-Family Provide Glimmer of Hope

The commercial real estate sector continues to feel the coronavirus pandemic's effects with the hotel and retail property market suffering the most.
By Grace Stewart
Rent-Free for the Rest of 2020? Landlords in Sydney’s Fringe Markets Get Creative

As landlords continue to have a hard time securing deals, developers in Sydney’s fringe markets are “getting creative” to entice more prospective tenants.
By Grace Stewart
Should a Landlord Establish an LLC for a Rental Property?

If you have a real estate business, you’re bound to come across this question at one point: “Should you get an LLC for your real estate business?” Depending on your business goals, answering “yes” to this question could be key to keeping your rental business alive for a long time and personal assets well-protected.
By Grace Stewart
Estate Planning Essentials for Real Estate Investors

Many real estate investors believe that having a plan means building trust. However, there more that should be included in your real estate planning to ensure certain of all your assets transfer seamlessly upon your death.
By Eric Hamilton
Should You Pay Down Your Mortgage Faster or Invest Your Cash?

To help you make a significant decision, we prepared the pros and cons of investing and paying down your mortgage.
By Grace Stewart
What Makes Condominiums Popular Among Millennials?

Condominium unit owners share ownership interest in the properties in the community. These properties can include the stairs, the floors, walls, and other amenities. But what exactly makes condominiums so likable for millennials?
By Grace Stewart
Review of LegalZoom and Other Formation Companies

LegalZoom has worked with about 4 million customers in their time and have created quite a reputation for themselve
By Joseph West