Risk in Real Estate Investing Is More Subjective Than You Think
There are no facts, only interpretations. – Friedrich Nietzsche This quote is deliberately provocative, I know. Invoking German philosophers to prove a point is dicey, but hear me out – this is a critical point for real estate investing: It is important to understand just how broad the spectrum of risk is for any investor. […]
Should You Invest with a Private Equity Fund, Syndication, or Other Professional Investors?
There are dozens of benefits to investing in real estate, such as appreciation, high returns, and tax benefits; however, not everyone is in a position to acquire real estate on their own. There is an alternative though: Investing in REIT’s, real estate funds, syndications, or private equity funds. What are Alternative Investing Strategies? Before we […]
How You Can Start Buying Real Estate Now
The sooner you begin looking for opportunities in real estate, the more options you will have to grow your portfolio and build your wealth over the course of your life. Many individuals wait to become investors because they do not believe they have the resources to get started immediately. However, thanks to several different avenues […]
COVID-19 and Why this Podcast Can Save Your Portfolio
Last year, I began working on what would become The Long Term Real Estate Investor podcast by Signet Investments. This was when the economy was booming, long before most people had heard of Wuhan, the word coronavirus or COVID-19. Investors, spurred on by the longest bull market in history, were chasing returns and betting big […]
Private Equity vs. REITs: Understanding the Difference
There are various ways that individuals can get involved in real estate investing. One way to start is by investing in private equity funds or real estate trusts, also known as REITs. Both of these approaches are appealing because they are accessible for anyone who lacks resources that can be hard to obtain such as […]
Five Reasons You Should Become a Real Estate Investor
Most people dream of greater financial freedom, personal freedom, and a future full of opportunity, and there are a few paths to realizing those visions. Real estate investing, for example, opens up a world of opportunity for increasing income and creating those exact freedoms. There are a few ways to get your foot into the […]
Why Successful Landlords Do NOT Sell Their Real Estate
The job of a real estate agent is to contact local landlords and inquire about whether they want to sell. Among the common responses from landlords include…” I will never sell.” This response may seem unreasonable to the rookie investor; however, if you take a survey of some of the most successful investors in real […]
How Trust Deed Loan Contracts Work
The term mortgage is widely used. The truth is most of the time and in most states you have what is called a trust deed loan. To learn more, view are the states and what form of lending on housing they use by visiting the Mortgage States and Deed of Trust States Guide. This article […]
Which Strategy is Better: Cash-Flow or Appreciation?
Investing in real estate can provide a whole spectrum of opportunities for investors, and the best approach will vary by personal and professional goals. In this article, we will outline the advantages and disadvantages of two common investment strategies: cash-flow and appreciation. We will also discuss the process of setting goals before committing to a […]
Low Manageable Leverage Is The Key To Long Term Growth & Safety
Using debt to leverage one’s position is a common strategy for investors. However, the amount that an investor leverages can vary depending on their short – and long – term goals. Below we will outline why it is beneficial to get a loan, and why I believe low leverage is the most strategic approach for […]