If you have a 401(k) or a pension plan, you are likely already investing in a “commingled fund”—you just might not know the name for it yet. For most beginner investors, real estate feels like a solo sport. You picture yourself buying a rental home, finding tenants, fixing toilets, and […]
You have a spreadsheet with 50 properties. Your eyes are glazing over. Every deal you analyze comes back with a mediocre cash-on-cash return. You’re stuck in a loop, waiting for that mythical 20%-off property that never seems to appear. This is the #1 roadblock for new investors. The truth is,
When forming a corporation for your real estate business, you’ll encounter technical terms that can feel overwhelming. One of the first and most important is authorized stock. This refers to the maximum number of shares a corporation is legally permitted to issue, as specified in its articles of incorporation. Think of
You just funded your first big renovation with a $50,000 draw from your HELOC. You were smart—you paid back a huge $20,000 chunk a week before the statement closed. Then the bill arrives, and the interest charge is way higher than you budgeted for. What gives? This is where the
You did it. You took the crucial first step and formed an LLC for your real estate business. You have the official name, the filed documents, and an EIN from the IRS. But to the world of business credit, your company is still a ghost. The tool that brings your
You’re about to sign with your first property manager. Scanning the contract, a line item stops you cold: “Employment Agency Fee.” Is this a typo? Are you being billed for their HR department? For a new real estate investor, a confusing term like this feels like a red flag. This post will
You’re scrolling through an investment site and you see it: a stunning 150-unit apartment complex with a resort-style pool in Austin, Texas—a market you’ve dreamed of breaking into. It promises professional management and impressive cash flow. But then, you hit the fine print: ‘This is a 506(c) offering available to
The biggest mistake new real estate investors make isn’t overpaying or underestimating repairs. It’s buying the right house in the wrong market. You can find a perfect duplex with great bones, but if the town’s economic engine is sputtering, your investment will sputter right along with it. Your cash flow
You’re staring at the Profit & Loss statement for your dream first rental. The numbers look good… mostly. Then your eyes lock on a single line item from 2021: $15,000 for ‘Roofing Repair.’ Your stomach sinks. Is this property a money pit? Or was that a one-time fluke? This moment of confusion
Every property investor dreams of steady rental income and rising property values—but behind every deal lies an unseen layer of risk. Fixed costs like taxes, insurance, and loan payments can quietly magnify that risk, turning minor rent drops into major cash flow hits. That’s where the Degree of Combined Leverage
Ever scroll through property listings and wonder how some investors find those incredible, below-market deals? It’s not just luck. Often, they’ve learned to spot opportunity where others see problems. That opportunity is called a distressed sale. This guide will demystify distressed sales. We’ll show you how they can be a powerful
You’ve found a property. The spreadsheet says it’s a winner. The mortgage calculator gives you the green light. But then you look at the Zestimate, and it’s $50,000 less than the asking price. What’s going on? Ever wonder why a ‘perfect’ house on paper sits on the market for months, while a