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  • Study shows California exodus, with more people leaving the state despite the pandemic
    New figures offered further evidence of a California exodus, showing an increasing number of people moved out of the Golden State in 2020. Moving company U-Haul ranked California dead last on its list of state growth, giving it the distinction as the state with the steepest migration out. The study said that California ranked last by a wide […]
  • Investors: A Real Estate Agent’s Most Powerful Partnership
    As any real estate agent knows, leads are the lifeblood to success. This is why it is no secret that a high percentage of most agents’ time is dedicated to uncovering possible leads via as many conduits as possible.  That being said, all leads are not created equal. Some leads roll in thanks to expensive […]
  • How Pre-Qualification Can Help You Get Your Dream Home
    Buying a home is an important – and exciting – decision. After all, having a place to call your own, to raise your family in, to do as you wish with no landlord to answer to are all motivating factors in starting the process. But, in addition to these emotional reasons, buying a home can […]
  • Seeking High-Quality Contractors to Join Our Team
    An important piece of the real estate puzzle hinges on building a strong team. This is why in addition to our network of agents, lenders, attorneys, and brokers, we are always on the lookout for great contractors to partner with. Below is some more insight on what we are looking for along with a number […]
  • Are you Looking to Grow Your Real Estate Investment Opportunities?
    If you are a real estate investor looking to purchase wholesale properties or partner on joint venture projects, look no further. Our team has the experience, know-how, and infrastructure to offer you opportunities in your real estate investment endeavors. No matter if you are looking for a rehab project to work on or you are […]
  • Situations We Can Help Home Sellers With
    Homeowners find themselves in the position of having to sell their home fast for any number of reasons. For example, there are times when family obligations require you to move out of state with little warning. Maybe a job relocation takes you to a new area. Or a personal situation has arisen, putting homeowners on […]
  • Rehabber Pitfalls
    While TV glorifies rehabbed houses and most people can do it; not everyone will do it successfully A 30 minute TV show makes it look all too easy. Buy a property, fix it up and put it on market and watch the offers line up.  If you have ever renovated a house before you know […]
  • Spring Time brings new beginnings!
    The major frost/freeze is gone the trees and flowers are starting to bloom. It’s time to wipe out cobwebs and do spring cleaning. To save money and prevent unwanted repairs on AC units check coils and clean or replace filters. A little maintenance will prevent the unit from working harder than it should to keep […]
  • The dangers of not having permits
    Investors are always on the lookout for creative ways to maximize profits and cash flow.  With the right improvements every house has the potential to make money. Cutting corners and doing unpermitted improvements can cause a lot of trouble for investors. In their quest for properties investors sometimes acquire properties with illegal improvements. On the […]
  • Wholesaling…why it isn’t a deal
    When we first start out as investors,  it sounds so magical and easy.  Step 1 locate a property or a wholesaler who can bring deals to you.  You think ” OK” and so the journey begins. Soon the reality of investing hits you as realize that step 1 is harder than anticipated.  Wholesalers can sometimes […]
  • 4 Ways to Winterize Your Real Estate Investment
    The weather outside may not be frightful yet, but it certainly will be soon. Smart real estate investors should take advantage of the mild temperatures to get their homes ready for the snow and ice. Here are four ways to make sure your real estate investment stays cozy and safe all winter long.   1)    Tune […]
  • How to determine the value of a Property?
    Real Estate is a numbers game.  Sticking to your numbers is very important and knowing, that if the numbers don’t work, you will have to walk away from that property no matter how much you love it.  Quickly analyzing data of a new property is critical in helping you move forward.  Valuation of a property […]
  • How to Fix a property that is not selling
      Sometimes, even though the market is strong, your property may not sell.  As you watch the news or follow real estate data you will see that there are still a lot of places where real estate is in high demand. Your market may be flooded with buyers;but, it doesn’t mean your property will fly […]
  • Outdoor Home Improvements
    With spring weather coming our way soon. Outdoor home improvements can provided increase pleasure in your home and as well as possibly boosting the value.  Outdoor spaces need to create beauty and be functional as well. Savvy investors and homeowners alike are upgrading and Renovating outdoor living areas; but, are these improvements worth the investment? When […]
  • Remodeling your home: Do you need a permit?
    In the remodeling business there are some items that do not require a permit. Many real estate investors will sabotage their business by ignoring this piece of paper and proceeding forward, thinking that they will save some money. Proceeding without knowing when it is or isn’t appropriate to get a permit could cost the investor […]
  • Why now it the best time to invest In Single Family Rentals
    There has never been a more ideal time to invest in Single family rental homes than Right now. Record low interest rates and high demand for rentals has created the perfect opportunity for investors to buy and hold. There are still many investors whose preference is to fix and flips rehabs and there certainly is […]
  • Getting the Maximum value for your house
    Flipping a property can be a lot of work.  First, You have to purchase the property at a price point that works with your budget and then you have to put the right amount of work into the project to make it marketable.  Many investors become disappointed in their results because they fail to see […]
  • 7 Real Estate Networking Mistakes
          Real estate agents, investors all those in other related fields are frequently hammered with the message that they need to be networking. It is true that it could be the most important and valuable use of time in pushing through to growth and success but for all the advice that these professionals […]
  • 5 Questions You Need To Ask Your Lender
    There are multiple ways to purchase a property. Your financing options are largely based on your available capital and your long term investing goals.  The financing you choose for a rental property is often not the same as what you would use for a rehab.  There are times when lender financing makes the most sense.  […]
  • 5 Things Every Landlord Should Do With Surplus Cash Flow
    Owning a rental property should be viewed as a long term investment. If you take care of the property it will produce income for years to come.  As apparent as this may be not every landlord is willing to go the extra mile.  They would rather allocate any extra cash flow to other areas of […]
  • What Is Your Investing Niche?
    Regardless if you close a deal a month or a handful a year it is important to have a specific investing niche. Many investors think that being a jack of all trades and investing in numerous different areas of the business is a hidden key to a strong portfolio. While this is true over time […]
  • Homes For Sale in Oakland, CA
    Within the last few years Oakland has been transforming into a hot market that everyone is looking to buy into. Homes for sale in Oakland, CA have risen in value significantly over the past year. Increasingly affordable housing and convenient locations close to San Francisco and San Jose are making the area more popular with […]
  • What Makes A Good Real Estate Deal?
    Sometimes the best deal you will ever do is the one you don’t do!” ~ JD Esajian This is the million-dollar question: “what is a good deal“? While a good deal can make you a million bucks in some cases, a bad deal can also lose a lot of money as well. There is no one […]
  • Housing Still The Best Investment Tool Of A Lifetime
    Many people are still wondering whether or not real estate is one of the best investment strategies for long-term wealth building. Is investing in homes still a smart investment for the average individual? Is a home still the best investment of a lifetime for most Americans? If so, why are some pessimists still questioning the rebound […]
  • Real Estate Lead Generation 101
    What are the best real estate lead generation options today? Where and how can real estate agents, investors and other related industry professionals generate more leads for buying, selling and renting properties? What are some of the little known benefits, and pitfalls of common real estate lead generation channels today? Here are 12 ways for real estate […]
  • Technology vs. People Skills: Which Real Estate Strategies Will Win?
    The real estate industry caters to independent strategies. For every investor, there is another way to go about conducting business. Some may prefer to utilize the convenience of technology while others want to maintain personal relationships. However, for one reason or another, there remains a void between these two independent strategies. Smart investors will figure […]
  • Real Estate Investing As A Business
    “Investment is most intelligent when most business like” – Warren Buffett If investing is better when conducted most business like, does it mean that more real estate investors ought to be investing in a more businesslike fashion? Should every real estate investor be investing as a business? What does that really mean? What does it look […]
  • Real Estate Lead Generation 101
    What are the best real estate lead generation options today? Where and how can real estate agents, investors and other related industry professionals generate more leads for buying, selling and renting properties? What are some of the little known benefits, and pitfalls of common real estate lead generation channels today? Here are 12 ways for real estate […]
  • Technology vs. People Skills: Which Real Estate Strategies Will Win?
    The real estate industry caters to independent strategies. For every investor, there is another way to go about conducting business. Some may prefer to utilize the convenience of technology while others want to maintain personal relationships. However, for one reason or another, there remains a void between these two independent strategies. Smart investors will figure […]
  • Real Estate Investing As A Business
    “Investment is most intelligent when most business like” – Warren Buffett If investing is better when conducted most business like, does it mean that more real estate investors ought to be investing in a more businesslike fashion? Should every real estate investor be investing as a business? What does that really mean? What does it look […]
  • Housing Still The Best Investment Tool Of A Lifetime
    Many people are still wondering whether or not real estate is one of the best investment strategies for long-term wealth building. Is investing in homes still a smart investment for the average individual? Is a home still the best investment of a lifetime for most Americans? If so, why are some pessimists still questioning the rebound […]