Investor Tools & Resources

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March 21, 2023 January 5, 2023

How to furnish a rental property without breaking the bank in 2023

Taking the time to decorate and furnish a rental property can significantly increase its worth, allowing you to negotiate more favorable lease terms. Take, for example, Executive Rentals. Furnished executive rentals are frequently rented for one or three months and are far more valuable than regular year-long leases.

By Scott Dillingham

6 min Read

March 21, 2023 January 5, 2023

Dealing with Property Defects in 2023 – Essential Steps for Buyers and Sellers

Perhaps you believe you've found the ideal piece of property. It's in a fantastic location, it's the right size, and it's within your budget. However, once you're ready to finalize the sale, you discover the house has serious property defects that could significantly influence its functionality and long-term worth.

By Scott Dillingham

5 min Read

March 21, 2023 January 5, 2023

Property Expectations vs Reality – Avoid Unexpected Property Problems in 2023

Even the most professional real estate investors might fall prey to a variety of real estate con artists. Because the real estate market is so quick, con artists attempt to fool investors who have optimistic property expectations. Many investors are more concerned with getting things done quickly and efficiently than verifying the validity of a potential investment.

By Scott Dillingham

6 min Read

March 21, 2023 January 5, 2023

The Best Real Estate Books for Smart Investors in 2023

Although there are many excellent online resources for real estate investors, including our collection of articles, some people prefer having a physical real estate book on hand. For authors, real estate investing is a popular topic. It is not only a more reliable investment than the stock market, but it also offers a variety of niches to investigate. Residential, commercial, or real estate investment may be the best fit for you, or you may discover that passive assets like REITs and MICs are the key to your financial success.

By Scott Dillingham

6 min Read

March 21, 2023 January 5, 2023

Reverse Mortgages for Real Estate Investors – Getting the Best Investing Tools in 2023

A mortgage refinances are a type of loan that you can get depending on your home's equity value. You can put this money to any purpose you wish, including helping to finance future real estate purchases. Reverse mortgages used to be only available to borrowers aged 55 and over, At any moment, you have the option to paying off the principal and interest in full. However, now they are available to investors in Ontario and British Columbia.

By Scott Dillingham

6 min Read

March 21, 2023 January 5, 2023

Real Estate Soft Skills – Succeed With These 7 Skills

One common misperception about real estate is that it just requires hard skills. Cost estimating, knowledge of complex building codes, market evaluation, and other associated financial abilities are valuable assets. You must, however, be aware of your soft skills, which include those that help you get along with employees, clients, colleagues, and vendors. These interpersonal skills will come in handy as you progress through the real estate market and meet a range of people while pursuing your objectives.

By Scott Dillingham

5 min Read

March 22, 2023 January 5, 2023

Buy and Hold Real Estate – Why You Need To Use This Great Strategy in 2023

Most landlords use the buy and hold real estate approach to generate passive income until market conditions are favorable for profitably selling the property. Let's go over the fundamentals of this important real estate investment approach and why it might be right for you.

By Scott Dillingham

7 min Read

March 22, 2023 January 5, 2023

Avoiding bankruptcy as a strong real estate investor in 2023

Understand how equity works and how to assess your liquidity risk in order to understand how this could lead to bankruptcy – and how to appropriately manage your assets.

By Scott Dillingham

6 min Read

March 22, 2023 January 5, 2023

Managing Risk in 2023 – Should you pay off mortgages or keep buying houses?

Every real estate investor will face the decision of whether to use their resources to pay down existing mortgages or to reinvest in new properties at some time throughout their career. Both sides have valid reasons, but which option is the best in the long run if your goal is to manage the risks?

By Scott Dillingham

5 min Read

March 22, 2023 January 5, 2023

When to Sell a Rental Property and Move On! – Creating a Smart Exit Strategy in 2023

You may become so attached to the rental property that you lose out on other prospects. So, you need to know when it is time to sell a rental property.

By Scott Dillingham

5 min Read

March 22, 2023 January 5, 2023

Bad Real Estate Investments – 5 Warning Signs to Keep an Eye Out For

Nobody wants to cope with the consequences of a bad real estate investment, so do everything you can to reduce your risk and identify properties that are likely to disappoint. A number of indicators can alert you to potentially disastrous, bad real estate investments.

By Scott Dillingham

5 min Read

March 22, 2023 January 5, 2023

Setting rents to make sure the price is right in 2023

However, setting rent for your property might be difficult. You want to make enough money on your property to meet your owner's expenses, plus a little extra to generate positive cash flow.

By Scott Dillingham

5 min Read