by Theresa Bradley-Banta
Hard money loans can undoubtedly be very useful when it comes to investing in real estate, but hard money lenders typically desire above-average return rates on their money. As an investor, there are compelling reasons to resort to hard money loans as they are... by Theresa Bradley-Banta
A real estate investment pro forma is a pretty important document in real estate investment that covers the expected cash flow of the subject property. Before you sit down and take a closer look at the pro forma for your next deal, here’s what you need to do—and... by Theresa Bradley-Banta
Many different terms come into play in real estate investments, but there are two very important ones that are sometimes misunderstood: debt partner and equity partner. What kind of partner you are in your deals affects your investment and how you get paid, so now is... by Theresa Bradley-Banta
Real estate investors can find a surprising tool in the most unlikely of places: the Internal Revenue Code, specifically §1031. Within the 1031 exchange, you can reinvest your proceeds from your investment real estate sale into the purchase of another property. This... by Theresa Bradley-Banta
Multifamily properties can be a solid investment and a great addition to any portfolio. Benefits range from more reliable income than you’d get from a single-family to a lower price per unit than one-family properties provide. All advantages aside, when... by Theresa Bradley-Banta
Finances can make or break your real estate plans. Without the right resources in place, you’ll have a harder time swinging your deal no matter how great of an opportunity it is. A real estate lender is one such valuable resource, but you’ve got to be...