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As the housing market fluctuates increasingly, it can be a challenge to ensure that your rental business still brings in a worthwhile profit. After investing money and time in creating your rental properties, you want to take the appropriate steps to make sure that your properties attract enough tenants, and therefore produce enough funds. Here are a few tips for …

Rent-to-own is a popular transaction agreement for large sales. When it comes to homes, though, many buyers are skeptical of rent-to-own scenarios. It’s good to approach any property sale with caution as buying a home is likely the biggest purchase of your lifetime, but rent-to-own can be a good option for some buyers. If you’re […]

Even a house that looks perfect can have serious structural issues. Before closing on your home, it’s important that you be made aware of any possible problems that either you or the seller will need to fix. A pre-inspection is your chance to walk through the home with a trusted professional who can point out […]

If you feel ready and excited to buy a home, being denied for a traditional mortgage can be incredibly frustrating. Conventional mortgages typically have income and credit score requirements that not everyone meets, and most lenders tend to be inflexible with these terms. After being denied for a conventional mortgage, you may consider working with […]

If you are a landlord over a rental property, you have a fair amount of flexibility over the decisions made regarding your renters. You might think that the same practices that have worked in the past, will work in the future, or that deadlines should be strict. However, change can be very beneficial for your property. Limit Vacancies Some rental …

Having a vacation rental property can be a great source of extra income. If your properties are popular for vacationers, they could even be one of your primary sources of income. Of course, your properties aren’t going to be popular if they aren’t well managed. So what can you do to manage them when you don’t live close by? Use …

Flipping houses can be a great way to earn income. If you’re willing to put the time and effort into renovating a home, you can sell it for a considerable profit. But not every old home is worth repairing, though. To determine whether or not you should flip a particular property, you need to calculate […]

When buying a home, the location is just as important as the property itself. Neighborhoods aren’t objectively good or bad, but finding the perfect neighborhood for you is all about your own needs and preferences. You want to live somewhere close to the amenities that are valuable to you. Some people prioritize living near parks […]

Buying a house is an emotional decision. Even if you do all the research and weigh every option carefully, choosing a place to live is incredibly personal. It’s very easy to get caught up in the excitement of purchasing your dream home, which may lead to you paying far too much for the property. Knowing […]

Your real estate agent provides a number of important services during the sale of your home, but you may still be concerned about the fee. The average realtor commission is 5.8 percent, which amounts to more than $17,000 on a $300,000 home. This may seem like a steep price, and many buyers see the commission […]