4 Reasons Why Real Estate is a Solid Investment
With any investment, there will be risks. You have to weigh the good vs. the bad, and make sure you have a back up plan if things go south. But, if you have everything lined up and in order, making a real estate investment can be a smart move. Keep in mind that it requires …
Can I Afford to Buy Rental Property?
Time and again you hear financial advisors extolling the virtues of investing in real estate. It provides reasonably passive income and helps you build your personal wealth. Certainly, investment properties serve as a cornerstone in our portfolios, and we encourage others to do the same. But buying rental property becomes a very different experience than …
Help! My Property Isn’t Show Ready
You have a vacant property. Maybe you just bought the home with the intention to rent it out. Maybe your former tenants moved out recently. Or maybe you plan to turn your home into a rental. It looks a little worn down and isn’t something you’d be proud to post pictures of on a rental …
Rehab Your Rental without Stress
Congratulations! You’ve just bought a new piece of real estate investment. You know there’s some serious work you’ll need to do before renting it out; the home was a serious bargain. You might not even know everything that needs rehabbing yet. But just the thought of having to go through multiple contractor headaches is starting …
Buying Investment Property 101
Thinking about getting into real estate investment, but not sure it’s right for you? You’ve certainly heard horror stories about owners of rental properties. Maybe they have you spooked. But getting expert advice along the way can help you avoid repeating the same mistakes as others. Feel like you could use a buying investment property …
What to Know About Investing in A Rehab Property
Rehab properties are becoming increasingly popular because they can be a smart financial investment. Income properties provide owners with a steady, passive revenue stream, build up equity over time, and support financial freedom. If you can buy a property at a low price and add value to it through rehab and repairs, then you can …
Do NOT List Your Rental Properties on Craigslist. Ever!
We love Craigslist and other free listing sites…for selling couches and dishes, that is. But even then, many people have found themselves on the short end of a raw deal made through the online swap meet. Scams abound on virtual flea markets even with rental properties. We often hear people ask, “Can I rent my …
Want to Sell a House? Discover 7 Factors to Consider First
We’ve been told for decades that owning real estate is one of the safest ways to produce investment funds. However, hanging onto a specific property may not be the best option for your overall portfolio. In the famous words of Kenny Rogers, how do you “know when to hold” or “know when to walk away …
Housing Assistance in Florida State
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many Floridians have lost their main sources of income, either through layoffs or furloughs. While waiting for unemployment to kick in, some central Florida residents may have incomes of exactly $0. Even before the economic crisis, less than half of all Americans had enough funds available to cover a $1,000 emergency. …
Repairs: Required vs. Recommended
At The Realty Medics, we want our owners and tenants to have the most positive leasing experiences possible. Before we show a property to a potential tenant, one of our certified inspectors completes a thorough assessment of the home. After analyzing a rental property, the owner will receive a full report. The report may include …
