Author: Claudine

Have you considered using your IRA to buy real estate investment properties? For those who like being in the driver’s seat, a significant plus is that self-directed IRAs give you more control than the Traditional or Roth IRA investment options, adding much-desired diversity to your holdings in alternative assets.  If you would like to take … Continued

Highly experienced real estate investors can see fantastic opportunities in the same way they can spot red flags that may slip by those with less experience. Therefore, it only makes sense to make yourself aware of the possible pitfalls that show themselves or the signs indicating this is an investment property that is a hidden … Continued

Funding for investment property is available from conventional lenders, and some private investors may be willing to help you get started. However, as with all investments, you should always weigh your risks. If you arere looking for guidance on financing to help you grow your real estate portfolio, read on as we explore how to … Continued

Real estate offers a smorgasbord of options for investors, most falling within the market’s three main sectors: residential, commercial, and land. Looking forward is an integral part of making real estate investments. When you keep your focus on the market, you can be proactive and enter or exit investments in real time. In addition, when … Continued

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) generate income from investment properties from multiple market sectors they own and manage. Generally, publicly-traded REITs make it easy for investors to enter the market. There are two types of REITs; mortgage REITs, comprised of residential and commercial properties, and more diversified equity REITs. When you invest in a REIT … Continued