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Don’t let the mold panic set in just yet — it might not be as bad as you think. Mold is everywhere. It grows on the sides of houses, it blackens surfaces like brick and concrete, and it thrives in the soil of your yard and garden. Indoors, mold lives in sink drains, shower grout, […]

Another edition of mortgage match-ups: “FHA loan vs. conventional loan.” Our latest mortgage match-up pits FHA loans against conventional loans, both of which are popular home loan options for home buyers these days. In recent years, FHA loans surged in popularity, largely because subprime lending was all but extinguished as a result of the ongoing mortgage crisis. Simply put, the FHA […]

In many places, yes. You may never have thought of housing in this way, but exploring the ages of the people where you live—or where you want to move—can give you a high level sense of potential homebuying opportunities. Small towns across America have experienced rapid outmigration. And the main reason? Jobs. Young, working-age people are moving […]

  You love your home, but space wise, you’re bursting at the seams. B uilding an extension seems daunting, but moving out of your fabulous neighborhood is off the table. Hmm … you do have that two-car garage; perhaps you should convert it into a kids’ playroom, an office or gym for you, or even an in-law suite. […]

It is not enough to rely on the strength of your market to produce a sale. All across the country there are plenty of places where real estate is in high demand. Even though your market may be flooded with buyers, it doesn’t mean your property will fly off the shelf. You still need to […]

Key Takeaways Real estate referrals play a crucial role for even the most successful investors. Referrals real estate can offer promising leads for your business and can provide unique investing opportunities. Investors wondering how to ask for referrals in real estate should look no further than the tips included below. Generating leads is a crucial […]

FHA versus conventional loan: If you need a mortgage to buy a house, you may find yourself weighing these two options. What’s the difference, and which one is right for you? While the majority of home buyers might assume they should get a conventional home loan, about 40% end up with FHA loans, which are insured by the Federal Housing Administration. To help you decide […]

Key Takeaways Distressed debt describes the process through which a homeowner defaults on their mortgage payments. One of the main benefits of buying distressed mortgages is the opportunity to purchase property at below market value. There are at least five main distressed property types that every investor should become familiar with. If you haven’t heard […]

One of the most tedious and time-consuming aspects of real estate investing is due diligence. It is not a stretch for a good investor to look at dozens of properties without getting an offer accepted. In fact, they may not even make an offer if the property and numbers don’t make sense. After a while driving […]

What are the best real estate lead generation options today? Where and how can real estate agents, investors and other related industry professionals generate more leads for buying, selling and renting properties? What are some of the little known benefits, and pitfalls of common real estate lead generation channels today? Here are 12 ways for real estate […]