When it comes to investing, should you put your money into the stock market or real estate? This article will discuss the pros and cons of each so you can... read more →
In all my years in real estate, one of the most common questions I get is, “What is Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, why do I need them, and how... read more →
Perhaps you are aware that in Sept 2019, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) revised their caps on multifamily loan purchases for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (Government-Sponsored Enterprise or... read more →
What is your time worth? Time is the most precious resource we own. If you want to invest in real estate to own and operate, then you must decide what... read more →
As you probably know, states and local governments often finance projects they consider important, such as roads, prisons, or schools, by issuing tax-exempt bonds. These bonds are attractive to investors... read more →
Last year, New York City’s cost of living was 68.8% higher than the national average. From rent to food to transportation, city living is expensive—yet existing salaries don’t always keep... read more →
One of the most interesting ways to kick up the profitability and return on investment for a new or rehabilitated apartment complex is to look for ways to acquire federal... read more →
Know the neighborhood. Factors such as crime rate or flood history is important. Keep the price of fixing the property up to a minimum. Check availability in your local area.... read more →
Roof - check for leaks and repair at once. As they say: prevention is better than cure. Safety Equipments - smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are a must have for... read more →
There’s a reason the government offers property owners a depreciation deduction: the minute you buy a property, it starts to deteriorate. It weathers. It grows old. Roofs begin to leak.... read more →