The Rise and Fall of 'Chrisley Knows Best' Star Todd Chrisley
CHRISLEY KNOWS BEST — Season:6 — Pictured: Todd Chrisley — (Photo by: Dennis Leupold/USA Network/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images) Reality television has its fair share of captivating personalities, and Todd Chrisley is undoubtedly one...
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Alternative Investments: Real Estate as a Portfolio Diversifier
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Investing in real estate can be a smart way to generate passive income and achieve long-term returns. As the equity and bond markets become increasingly volatile, real estate offers a valuable diversification...
Bridge Loans: Unlocking Your Property's Potential Without the Hassle
Introduction
When it comes to financing arrangements, there are times when bridge loans can be a game-changer. These loans allow you to access the equity in your property without having to sell it first, granting...
What’s in a Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM)?
Do you need strong writing skills to succeed in finance? Not necessarily, but they certainly help. But you definitely need strong reading comprehension skills, or you’ll miss crucial information and make the wrong decisions as...
Title Report FAQ: Everything You Need To Know
Of all the things that have been deemed important to real estate investors and home buyers over the course of a transaction, none may carry more weight than the title report. At the very least,...
The 10 Best Real Estate Markets for 2024: Sales Growth and Affordability
A stubborn lack of inventory and high mortgage rates kept many prospective homebuyers at bay for most of 2023. Homeowners are reluctant to sell their homes due to the sub-5% mortgage interest rates, resulting in...
Demystifying the Statement of Information: A Crucial Step in Escrow
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Are you in the process of buying or selling a home? If so, you'll need to familiarize yourself with a crucial document known as the statement of information. This often-overlooked piece...
How to Discover Recently Sold Commercial Real Estate and Improve Strategic Decision-Making
Accessing accurate and timely property data is crucial for gaining a competitive edge in the commercial real estate (CRE) industry. One important step in streamlining the deal-making process is learning how to find recently sold...
3 Foolproof Team Models: Hiring, Splits, Lead Gen, and More
In my 28-year real estate career, I've witnessed the power of teams for building long-term success and wealth. But choosing the right real estate team structure can be a challenge. In this article, we'll explore...
What Is a CLUE Report in Real Estate and Why Is It Important?
Before purchasing a new rental, you want to inspect the property and investigate any potential issues. However, some buyers also request a Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange (CLUE) report from the sellers. A CLUE report indicates...
10 States with the Lowest Property Taxes in 2024
In this article, we will reveal the 10 states with the lowest property taxes in 2024. We have carefully ranked these states based on factors such as average home values, property tax rate percentages, and...
Can There Be Real Estate on the Moon? Exploring Lunar Ownership
An astrophysicist makes the case that it might be worthwhile to revisit the Outer Space Treaty of 1967 to safeguard the practice of science on the lunar surface. Background Image: NASA; istock/Feverpitched
The idea of...
Biased Appraisals and Housing Devaluation in Black Neighborhoods
Figure 1: Comparison of Devaluation Estimates
The devaluation of housing in Black neighborhoods is a pressing issue that has far-reaching implications. Research has shown that homes in majority Black neighborhoods are undervalued, resulting in significant...
Q2 2022 Commercial Real Estate Market Report: Houston, TX - A Promising Outlook
Houston's commercial real estate market experienced significant growth in the second quarter of 2022 compared to Q1. Rents have risen across most property types, indicating a favorable market for investors.
General Market Overview
In the...