Real Estate
How Hard is it to Be a Landlord?
I have owned rental properties for more than 13 years and being a landlord was one of the best choices I ever…
Which States Have Seen the Biggest Increase in Home Prices in the Last 5 Years?
Home prices have increased significantly in many areas of the US in the last five years. But, the highest appreciating states may…
What is the Average Time to Foreclose on a Property in the USA?
Many people have speculated that a recession and rising unemployment could cause more foreclosures which could then cause a housing crash. If…
High down payment mortgages will now be more expensive than low money down mortgages
I saw the news about the new FHFA lending fee structure for Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae and thought, as usual, things…
Is the House you Live in an Asset or Liability?
Assets and liabilities have had their place in the financial world for centuries. Over the last couple of decades, there has been…
What is the Best Investment in a High Inflation Environment?
For many years inflation was steady and not a big concern in the US. However, that has changed in the last year…
How Many Houses are Real Estate Investors Buying?
There is growing sentiment that landlords have been causing the recent rise in housing prices and that landlords have caused rents to…
How Much Does it Cost to Maintain a House?
Buying a house is a dream for many people and has been accomplished by most households in the United States. As of…
Can You Time Real Estate Markets?
Many people try to time real estate markets or predict when the ups and downs will be. While it seems easy to…
Is There Really a Record Number of Houses Being Built Right Now?
A lot of people have been saying a record number of houses is being built in the United States right now and…
How Does Buying a Short Sale Work?
As an investor, I have purchased many short sales for long-term rentals and fix and flips. As a Realtor, I have helped…