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Self-Storage Investing: How to Profit from Self-Storage Real Estate

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Why should you get started with self-storage investing? The self-storage market has created solid real estate investment opportunities with an average annual ROI of 16.9% since 2009, according to Forbes. And, it’s maintaining strong industry growth despite the pandemic’s economic shake-up.

How do you get started in self-storage investing? There are only three ways to invest in self-storage facilities: buy stock in public self-storage companies, invest with a private equity firm that specializes in self-storage investing, or buy a physical self-storage facility and operate it yourself. [Read more…] about Self-Storage Investing: How to Profit from Self-Storage Real Estate

Benefits of Owning a Home vs Renting

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The benefits of owning a home vs renting are numerous, especially if you value a sense of physical and financial security. Putting down roots might seem like a daunting proposition if you’ve never owned a home before, but the benefits far outweigh the drawbacks.

If you’re not convinced or prefer the flexibility of being able to move when your lease is up, that’s of course, your decision to make and I honor it.

However, you can always move out and rent your home if you decide to move elsewhere or need a larger home to suit your needs in the future, which is what my spouse and I did. We lived in the first home we bought, a townhouse in Northern Virginia, for about two years. Then, we moved out to buy a bigger house with more land and have now rented it for about 8 years. [Read more…] about Benefits of Owning a Home vs Renting

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7 Secrets to Winning as a Buyer in a Seller’s Market

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Despite the recent pandemic, the real estate market has been surging. This is likely due to the low interest rates which look to be standing at or below 3%. From people being locked down to the need to relocate, a few factors are contributing to a seller’s market in 2020. Selling a home in a seller’s market is a great position.

As a buyer, how can you win in this climate? Keep reading to find out tips and tricks when it comes to snagging your dream home to a reasonable price. [Read more…] about 7 Secrets to Winning as a Buyer in a Seller’s Market

What Is a Cap Rate in Real Estate and How Is It Calculated?

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Have you ever heard of ‘cap rates’ in real estate?

If you’re a newbie to investing in real estate, cap rates can seem confusing, to say the least. But, it’s a term that all investors in real estate need to understand because it plays a big part in figuring out whether a certain investment is a good deal or not.

So it’s crucial to know what it means and how to calculate it. Keep reading to learn all about cap rates in real estate. [Read more…] about What Is a Cap Rate in Real Estate and How Is It Calculated?

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6 Telltale Signs Your House Will Sell Fast on the Real Estate Market

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Are you itching to stamp a “sold” sign on that front lawn of your listed home? We get it. The faster you close the deal, the sooner you can embark on your next adventure.

But how do you know if your house is set for a speedy exit from the real estate market? Luckily, there are a few telltale signs that can hint at a fast-approaching sale.

Below dive into telltale signs that can predict that your house will sell fast. [Read more…] about 6 Telltale Signs Your House Will Sell Fast on the Real Estate Market