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Thinking About Becoming a Real Estate Investor? See If You Fit the Bill.

September 1, 2020 by Kyle Sennott Leave a Comment

First-time real estate investors — Doing something for the first time can be exhilarating. This is how to succeed if you are a first-time investor.

Real estate investing is a fantastic way to make money. Whether you are looking to book your profits as soon as possible (fix-and-flip) or are building long-term wealth (buy-and-hold), there are strategies that fit many budgets and investor profiles. However, “many” doesn’t mean all. Not everyone is in a position to take on the risk associated with real estate investing. Not everyone can afford it, and not everyone succeeds. Doing something for the first time in your life is risky; being a first-time real estate investor is no different.

Eleven Tips for Choosing a Hard Money Lender

July 6, 2020 by Kyle Sennott 1 Comment

The right hard money lender is an essential part of your success as a real estate investor. This is why you might not want to rush in doing business with the first lender who pre-approves you or promises the lowest rates. Make sure you understand what the right lender means for you and what your personal expectations of a successful partnership are. To help you do it, we put together eleven awesome tips on how to choose a hard money lender that is right for your level of experience, financial strength, and entrepreneurial style.

How to Succeed with Hard Money Loans

July 6, 2020 by Kyle Sennott Leave a Comment

Hard money loans are specifically designed to meet the needs of real estate investors looking to purchase and rehab properties. Working with a hard money lender offers a viable alternative to paying for acquisition and renovations with your own cash – something that few potential investors can afford. Private money lending democratizes real estate investing, but to succeed with hard money you need to follow several fundamental principles. Here are seven best practices for maximizing your profits and building long-term wealth with hard money loans.

What is the Scope of Work and Why You Need It?

May 26, 2020 by Kyle Sennott Leave a Comment

You might be a great networker capable of finding incredible real estate bargains. Still, without strong project management skills, you are bound to blow much of your potential profits. As a private lender, we see a consistent number of borrowers struggling to maintain control over their renovation process. However, you can avoid many issues by developing a roadmap for your renovation project early on. Such a roadmap is called a statement (or a scope) of work. A well-written scope of work is the foundation of your success as a real estate investor.

Advantages of Hard Money Lending

May 19, 2020 by Kyle Sennott Leave a Comment

Hard money lending advantages — Hard money loans offer several undisputed advantages over conventional financing.

To be a real estate investor, you need to have quick and
easy access to capital. Real estate investing is a competitive filed. You don’t
have time to procrastinate when a good deal comes on the market. However,
conventional lenders fail to recognize that real estate investors – and
especially those investors who buy and rehab dilapidated properties – have
unique needs when it comes to the speed and the flexibility of financing.
Waiting for the application to be scrutinized for 45 days is not an option when
a cash buyer can snatch a property in a week or less. Hard money lenders fill
the vacuum left by conventional lenders by providing real estate rehabbers with
the funds they need – and on terms that make sense.

Managing Contractors: Four Principles for Success

May 4, 2020 by Kyle Sennott Leave a Comment

To be in real estate investing business, you need to have at least two major skills. First, you need to be a hustler. That means to be able to identify promising fix-and-flip opportunities and put them under contract at the right price. The second, and equally important skill, is being a project manager and having the tenacity to ensure that renovations are completed on time and within the budget. The key to this part is to know how to manage contractors so they meet your expectations. Managing contractors in a way that maximizes your profits and builds long-term relationships with good crews is our focus today.

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