You chose your house because you wanted to have a safe haven where you could raise your family. You enjoy being able to use the space to create memories and live everyday life. As a home is a large investment and means so much to families, protecting it at all costs is a must. While […]
Making the Most of Your Multi-Unit Rental Property
Rental properties are a good, steady source of income, especially if the building itself is in good condition and the tenants are responsible and respectful. Paying off the mortgage with the rent money and then just waiting for the equity to grow is something that a lot of people are taking advantage of. However, there […]
Property Manager Problems!
I’ve been pretty vocal and transparent regarding the two investment properties I purchased this year. Both are condo’s, one located about 30 minutes from my house, and the other is over 1,000 miles away on the Gulf Coast in sunny Florida! First, let me say that I am not overly impressed with either property management […]
I Have the Rental Property Bug
Awhile back you may remember that I purchased my first rental property. This was a HUGE step for me! Traditionally I had always thought that equity investing (i.e. stocks) was the way to go. I figured if I could keep compounding my investments into dividend paying stocks, over the years I could all but guarantee […]
Purchased My First Rental Property
As a finance blogger I have read a ton of online literature on real estate investing, the do’s and don’t, various strategies, and even the absolute horror stories that some have endured. I’ve generally stayed away from investing in real estate for several reasons. First, my time is scarce. I work a day job that […]