4 keys to a killer real estate video

Video is fast becoming an essential element in real estate marketing. Pricing and technology have made video more accessible than ever, and savvy brokers, property managers, and home sellers are beginning to take advantage of it. According to the National Association of Realtors, nearly 90% of surveyed homeowners said they would prefer to hire a broker who uses video to […]

Vacation rental vs hotels, which is better?

When planning a vacation, you may automatically think of taking your family (or just yourself) and checking into a great hotel. With so many airline + hotel + car rental packages, it’s easy to get sucked into that frame of thought. And in the long run, you can often get the best vacation deals if you go that route. Still, […]

The difference between interest and penalty

There are states that apply interest or penalties, while there are also states that impose penalties in addition to interest rates. Take New Jersey as an example, you have the interest rate you have quoted on the certificate plus the penalty and then you will get the maximum interest without penalty on subsequent taxes. Whereas in other states, like Florida, […]

Detroit Commercial Property – Now is the time to buy!

Does commercial real estate in southeast Michigan offer the most outstanding investment potential anywhere in the country right now? Some investors believe that it is. When the great recession took over completely in late 2008, the entire real estate market, both locally and nationally, plummeted in price, creating a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for all cash investors. There have been a handful […]

Understanding the different types of commercial lenders

There are different types of commercial lenders who will loan you money for your projects. The type of lender you use will depend on several factors: property type, LTV, amortization, resource, interest rates, closing time, and other factors. Let’s take a look at the top commercial lenders on the market. Led Lenders These CMBS (Commercial Mortgage Backed Securities) are long-term, […]

What to ask when looking for a good property manager

If you’ve ever looked for a good property manager, then you know how difficult it can be to find a good one for your rental property. There are several property managers, probably more than you really need to get your property to market. With so many options available, it can be difficult to choose one for your unit. But don’t […]

How to be a homeowner without a headache

It seems that almost everyone reaches a point in their life where they want to be a homeowner. From reality TV shows to glamorous stories about how some prominent people went from working full time to making hundreds of thousands of dollars off their rental properties, it’s really no wonder why people think homeownership is so lucrative and nice. After […]

Multi-Family Rental Property – Buy, Sell, Rent

Many of us consider whether purchasing a multi-family rental property is a good fit, in terms of being, a component of one’s investment strategy and process. Like anything else, a smart consumer investigates and becomes familiar with the potentials, the pros and cons, and if it is for them. It is important to understand and evaluate the best buying opportunities, […]