Land Stolen by Scammers Posing as Owners that Lived Nearby

Land Stolen by Scammers Posing as Owners that Lived Nearby

We have seen a lot of stories about squatters lately, however, a
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U.S. Construction Spending Down Slightly in April

By Brad Beckett - Thursday, June 13, 2024

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U.S. Construction Spending Down Slightly in April

Survey 44% Said They’d Buy their Childhood Home

By Brad Beckett - Thursday, June 13, 2024

Survey 44% Said They’d Buy their Childhood Home

A recent report from Zillow says 44% of Americans would buy their childhood home if cost were not an issue, however, only about half said they could afford it.
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Housing’s Share of GDP Surpasses 16% for 1st Time Since 2022

By Brad Beckett - Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Housing’s Share of GDP Surpasses 16% for 1st Time Since 2022

The NAHB’s Eye on Housing says housing’s share of the economy rose to 16.1% in the first quarter of 2024, after remaining below 16% for all of 2023. They say this increase to above 16% marks the fi
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The Importance of Cash Reserves

By Jeff Breglio - Wednesday, June 12, 2024

The Importance of Cash Reserves

Recently, I spoke to a group of real estate investors about buying properties using a creative financing method. Some of the questions asked reminded me how crucial it is that real estate investors have cash reserves to deal with the unexpected. I consider cash reserves to be “Murphy’s Law repellant” (anything that can go wrong will go wrong). Those who have cash reserves won’t be nearly as stressed as those who have no cash reserves.

I will admit that I have found myself, at times, in both situations. I had a devastating casualty event occur at a commercial property. Thankfully, at that time, I was sitting on $50,000 in cash which made it a whole lot easier to handle. I’ve also found myself, however, as the broke rehabber trying to squeeze out another $1,000 line of credit from Home D
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Yardi Says Steady Absorption is Boosting Multifamily Rents

By Brad Beckett - Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Yardi Says Steady Absorption is Boosting Multifamily Rents

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It’s a People Business, Not a Property Business

By Brad Beckett - Wednesday, June 12, 2024

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It’s a People Business, Not a Property Business

On a recent episode of the Rent Perfect podcast David Pickron talks with Gary Mazzarella (and investor and landlord) about some of the people strategies they use to find success in the marketplace.

“Landlords often fall into the trap of thinking that their business is all about the property… they couldn’t be more wrong.” David Pickron

Millennials Are Now the Largest Group of Home Buyers

By Brad Beckett - Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Millennials Are Now the Largest Group of Home Buyers

According to data from the 2024 National Association of Realtors’ Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report, millennials are now the largest group of home buyers, marking a significant shift in the housing market’s demographic landscape. The annual report examines the similarities and differences among recent home buyers & sellers across generations. “Leading
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Financial Independence for Real Estate Investors: The Role of Local Associations

By Rebecca Dearing - Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Financial Independence for Real Estate Investors: The Role of Local Associations

Financial Independence for Real Estate Investors: The Role of Local Associations

For real estate investors, achieving financial independence is often the ultimate goal. However, the path to this form of wealth is not solely about accumulating properties or even a bigger bank account. It is about attaining a level of independence that allows you to make decisions based on your desires and goals rather than financial pressures. Valuing independence, leveraging the freedom it offers, and aiming for a fantastic life are key to real estate investors and local real estate investor associations (a REIA) can play a significant role in supporting investors toward these goals.

1. Valuing Independence as a Real Estate Investor

For real estate investors, valuing independence means prioritizing autonomy over m
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Credit Card Delinquency Rates by U.S. State

By Brad Beckett - Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Credit Card Delinquency Rates by U.S. State

We have had several posts about the problems with growing credit card debt and delinquency rates. Citing data from WalletHub, today’s graphic from the Visual Capitalist shows credit card delinquency rates across the U.S. As always, have a safe and Happy Friday!!

“Credit card debt carries a hefty bill in America, and falling behind on payments can be extremely c
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