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Late night television shows, books and even news specials highlight get rich quick real estate schemes. The reality of real estate investing is that it takes patience, practice and thorough research. Additionally, it requires significant financial resources. Real estate investments are, however, diverse holdings that offer excellent additions to investment portfolios. The following highlights several…

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Successful real estate investors all have something in common: they know how to make good investments. What’s their secret? This article helps dissect the top five things every real estate investor knows. Local Pricing – Fluent in the latest real estate market trends, investors know in-demand real estate markets, areas that offer rapid price acceleration and…

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There are two different types of real estate investors: those that are speculative and take higher risks and those that are more conservative and desire safe, long-term investments. While speculative investing can be fun and exciting, it can also result in financial ruin. It is necessary that speculative investors thoroughly analyze investments before committing to…

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In 2008, the economy saw commercial real estate prices plummet by more than 10-percent. Savvy real estate investors are now on the scene, recognizing that these lower-than-average commercial property values make excellent investment opportunities. A recent study conducted by Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services shows that nearly 51-percent of commercial real estate investors…

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Hard money is defined as non-traditional lenders that use properties to secure loans. Not backed by government programs, hard money loan rates range from 12- to 20-percent, with an average of one to five points being charged for loan financing fees. With one-percent per point, these fees are often wrapped into the total cost of…

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Recently, Realtor.com® published their top list of “Turnaround Towns.” This list highlighted some towns that generated a shock-factor buzz. With strong economic improvements, the following cities are seeing a real estate comeback. Reno, Nevada – Hit hard by the recession, Reno has recently seen median home prices increase by 26-percent within the last year. San…

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It is far harder for real estate investors to obtain a loan today than it was several years ago. While this is mostly related to the real estate market crash of 2008, harsh government lending standards have made it almost impossible for commercial loan funding. Many commercial real estate investors are turning to private money…

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When most people job hunt, they look at what cities offer. As big cities are typically a better resource for job hunters, many cities are beginning to reinvent these concrete fortresses, favoring open-concept green-friendly spaces. Minneapolis, Minnesota – A top rated public park system, Minneapolis features 197 city parks. These parks are conveniently located near…

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The U.S. is home to several metropolises. While moving to a big city can be overwhelming, this article highlights the best neighborhoods to live in large cities. Park Slope, New York City – A neighborhood that focuses on escaping busy Manhattan life while embracing local restaurants, farmers’ markets, home-style shops, bakeries and a food co-op. The…

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Contrary to what many people may believe, there are several areas across the U.S. that offer exceptional affordable housing. No longer an oxymoron, “affordable housing” is offering homebuyers and real estate investors great deals. Allowing homeowners to further stretch their incomes, these cities are booming: Altamonte Springs, Florida – Located just outside of Orlando, real estate…