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When you invest in something as significant as a property, you want to ensure it will be safe through a recession. Creating a recession-proof portfolio can be a no-brainer to ensure that you continue to get a safe and consistent return as you would any other time. Fortunately, real estate has proved time and time again to be stable through times of change as they are a tangible necessity in our day and age. Other investments, such as healthcare and utilities, are considered safe during an investment, while stocks invested in risky businesses might not be.

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When you add real estate to your investment portfolio, the next question to ask yourself is how you will fund your endeavor. Whether you choose to invest in real estate through cash, a private lender, a hard money lender, or a conventional bank loan, you will find that each comes with its own benefits and drawbacks. What you choose can depend on your investment goals. The most common questions are between short-term loans and all-cash deals.

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While many investors and home-buyers find their properties off the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), this doesn’t account for every property on the market. There can be multiple reasons that the property is not listed on the MLS, but in the end, homeowners who are selling their house on their own or who have not simply put it up in public records have many benefits to you finding their home early. It is a faster route to a final sale, less hassle for them down the road, they won’t have to pay commissions, and it offers them a private deal. But how do you find these perfect off-market properties?

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Kansas City is continuing to grow in popularity and can be the ideal location for real estate investors to find growing properties. Building a real estate portfolio is similar to an average investment portfolio. You want to diversify your investments, focus on your current budget, and follow through on your wealth goals. If you are looking to develop your real estate portfolio in Kansas City, there are some important factors to consider to get you the financial success you are searching for.

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When you start your hunt for the perfect real estate investment project, you are thrown into a sea of new vocabulary, rules, and priorities to which you should be paying attention. Not only can this get overwhelming, but it can distract you from your goals when you choose to flip a house or invest in a property. The 70% rule is commonplace in real estate investing.

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You want to ensure that your investment goals and objectives are prioritized and that you are finding an investment property that is perfect for you and your needs. There are a few preliminary tips to keep in mind as you start your search for a property. Like any investment, it is wise to take your time and search for gold through the dirt to ensure you place your money correctly. If you are hoping for an extra passive income from a real estate investment, here are 5 tips to remember to find the perfect property for you.

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Are you ready to buy a home, but do not want to wait the amount of  time that it usually takes to obtain a conventional home loan, or are you having difficulty securing a mortgage with a traditional lender? In certain situations, hard money loans can sometimes be an advantageous financing option because they offer […]

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Buying an investment property that you can rent out to others or resell at a higher value can be an excellent source of additional income. Investor loans, (also known as investment property loans), can help provide borrowers with the necessary financing to invest in a property and make a profit. If you are interested in […]

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Are you interested in buying a home, but worried that you may not be able to qualify for financing because you have a credit rating that is less than ideal or have a nontraditional source of income? Non-QM loans help people with unique financial circumstances qualify for a home loan based on alternative eligibility criteria. […]

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When “flipping” a property, the process involves buying a home that needs some maintenance, renovating the home and making repairs, and then reselling it in order to make a profit. This can be an excellent way to earn a profit, however, sometimes it is complicated to obtain the initial capital needed to make the purchase. […]

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