The average age of a first-time buyer hit a record high of 38 in the US recently. It’s no secret that prices have rocketed at the same time as living costs have increased. For aspiring buyers, getting onto the property ladder may seem like an impossible dream. It’s true that many face challenges, but there... Continue Reading →
Gauging The Financial Value Of A “Fixer-Upper” Investment.
No investment can be perfectly calculated to the penny, at least not one influenced by market directions, which will apply to almost every investment you make. While the property market is often considered the most stable field you can invest in, it’s true to say you can never perfectly predict it. You may spend years... Continue Reading →
Fixer-Uppers: Investment or Money Pit?
Properties that are in poor condition are typically known as ‘fixer-uppers’. Many people buy these properties because they are cheap. These properties are also easy to ‘flip’ - this involves making improvements in order to increase the value so that you can sell the property for a profit. For some people, these homes can be... Continue Reading →
Starting a Rental Venture In Addition to Your 9 to 5.
In a previous post, we've discussed the many advantages of starting a side hustle venture to provide an additional source of income to your household. Side hustles can not only help diversify your income, but they can also be scalable. If they are successful, you can grow them and boost your income even further. You... Continue Reading →
5 Tips to Financially Prepare for an Apartment Move.
When you are moving to a new apartment, there are many things to take into consideration – not the least of which is your budget. Moving costs are associated, from the initial security deposit and rent payments to setting up utilities and buying furniture. If you want to make sure that your move goes as... Continue Reading →
Creative Ways to Add More Living Space to Your Home.
If you're like many homeowners, you may have recently come to the realization that you need more room in your house. You may be feeling cramped and uncomfortable, or maybe you've simply run out of space. If this is the case, don't worry - you're not alone! The following blog will discuss some of the... Continue Reading →
A Realtor’s Tips to Buying a Home for Millennials.
If you haven't noticed, home prices are sky high now and have been on a growing trend for the past couple years. It is becoming more and more difficult for individuals and especially millennials to buy their first home. While a home is not an asset until it's paid for, it is still an aspiration... Continue Reading →
10 Home Buying Financial Mistakes No One Mentions.
Whether it’s buying a house for the first time or selling an existing home to buy a bigger one, property purchases can be both an exciting and frustrating time in anyone’s life. You’re probably reading this blog post because you want to buy a new house or apartment soon. You might not know it, but... Continue Reading →
Is Real Estate The Right Investment For You?
Investing is something we have to approach in different ways, depending on the financing at our backs and the plans for the future. And because of this, it’s a good idea to think about the best kind of investment for you ahead of time; something like cryptocurrency, for example, requires relatively little input, compared to... Continue Reading →
Growing Your Investment: 2 Home Improvement Areas that will Add Value.
For many of us, a home is the most significant personal investment we will ever make. For others, flipping real estate is a side hustle that can turn lucrative and full-time. Either way, paying attention to these two critical areas of your home will add value when it is time to sell. Also, make sure... Continue Reading →
Ways to Bring New Life to an Ageing Home
There are many reasons why you might be looking to breathe new life into an old property. Maybe you’ve inherited a home that needs an update or you’ve bought an old home with the intention of selling it on at a profit later. Whatever your reason, it’s time to consider the ways in which you... Continue Reading →
6 Types of Real Estate Investments You Can Make.
Due to its stable year-round earning potential, real estate remains one of the oldest and most popular ventures for investors; it appreciates in value over time, outperforming many other investment areas. In the US, the real estate industry is essential to the economy, accounting for about 13% of the GDP. Different types of property investment... Continue Reading →
So, You Want to Be a Landlord? Think This Through First.
The topic of investment in real estate can be very controversial. For a long time, it was thought that real estate was a secure and one of the safest investments that one could make. The economic downturn and the scandal of the financial and mortgage industries showed us that our assumptions may be wrong. There... Continue Reading →
Interview with Sheena Saydam, managing partner at Saydam Properties Group … and a millennial.
Investopedia defines networking as a ‘process that fosters the exchange of information and ideas among individuals or groups that share common interests. Networking may fall into one of two categories: social or business.’ In addition to being a process, I believe networking is also an art. There are people who never manage to learn networking... Continue Reading →