The fix and flip world is full of its own terms and lingo, from weird acronyms — ARV? SOW? REO? — to the technicalities of the renovation itself. As you research and then jump into projects, you’ll quickly pick up on the unique language of rehabs and real...
Are you wondering how to estimate and calculate rehab costs? The better you get at estimating rehab costs, the more successful you’ll be at flipping houses. And there’s a wide gap between those who are guessing and wishing versus pros who have an established and...
You probably already know that a kitchen remodel is one of the best uses of your investment dollars. A minor kitchen remodel recoups 80.5% of its cost, according to Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value 2019 report, which ranked it the third highest percentage among...
Every landlord seeks that dream tenant: the one who pays on time (or early!), keeps the property spotless, and is respectful to neighbors. Tenants like this do exist, but it’s up to you to attract them. And you do so by putting in a lot of legwork up front,...
Of all the remodeling projects you undertake, an upgrade to the bathroom can provide the highest return on investment — if done properly. According to Remodeling Magazine’s 2019 Cost vs Value report, you’ll recoup 67.2 percent of your cost on a mid-range...
Real estate is a topic that at once seems familiar and foreign to many people. They might be familiar with the general process, having purchased their own home or knowing someone who rented out an apartment. But the thought of venturing into investing often seems...
