To grow your wealth, which is the better strategy: Investing in real estate or the stock market? Many Americans do both: 65% of US households are owner-occupied and 55% of American workers participate in an employer retirement plan (likely including exposure to the stock market). But if you’re new to investing or looking to double-down […]
5 Money-Saving Tips for Real Estate Agents
Set Aside Those 2021 Commissions! For real estate agents, 2021 was a banner year. Markets across the country saw record-breaking price surges, mind-blowing demand, and bidding wars not seen in years. While 2021 posed challenges for real estate agents (namely not burning out and helping buyers win multiple bid situations), many real estate professionals experienced […]
5 Reasons Agents Should Invest in Commercial Real Estate
As a real estate professional, you already know that purchasing property is a solid investment. However, many residential real estate agents don’t look far enough beyond their own expertise. Choosing to invest in commercial real estate can expand your horizons, diversify your portfolio, and generate income to solidify a financially independent future. Here, we’re looking […]
Coronavirus and Real Estate: How it Might Impact the Housing Market
It seems to be all anyone is talking about right now: “Coronavirus.” It’s wreaking havoc on the stock market, manufacturing, tourism, and business opportunities worldwide. But what impact could this epidemic have on the real estate market, if any? Could there be a silver lining? Can Coronavirus and real estate be a beneficial pairing? Amid a […]
Are Real Estate Fix and Flips Still Profitable?
During the height of the real estate crisis, fix and flips proved extremely lucrative. As sub-prime mortgages defaulted and homeowners foreclosed on properties, investors seized the opportunity to buy properties at a fraction of their value, made some repairs, and quickly sold for huge profits. In the years since the housing crisis, as the market […]
A Realtor’s Guide to Financial Wellness
Most Realtors nationwide have enjoyed a booming real estate market over the past few years. This year, even though interest rates are expected to keep rising, the outlook still looks favorable for real estate businesses to succeed. You may be reveling in your success now, but perhaps it’s time to look ahead to the future […]