Property Investing Basics

Have you ever thought about investing in real estate? Learn what to consider before making your investment, as well as the various types of rental properties and financing options available to you.
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Strategies and Risks to Consider When Buying Land
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Top Strategies for Finding a Good Property Manager
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9 Ways to Make Money in Real Estate
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Questions You Need Ask About Managing Property While on Active Duty
Good Property Management Contract
6 Essential Parts of a Property Management Contract
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The Pros and Cons of Flipping a Property
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Using Hard Money to Purchase Investment Property
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These Are the Practical Steps to Make Money Flipping a House
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Pros and Cons of Property Investing and Renting in College Towns
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3 Government Housing Programs Every Landlord Should Know
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4 Types of Interview Questions for Property Managers
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Why Buying a Home in a Senior Community Can Be a Good Investment
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Building Superintendents: Job Responsibilities and Duties
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7 Reasons Properties Become Distressed
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Difference Between Improvements and Repairs on Your Taxes
Responsibilities of a Property Manager
What Is a Property Manager?
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Steps for Terminating a Property Management Agreement
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Why You Should Consider Income Property as an Investment
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How to Find Rental Properties for Sale
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The Complete Guide to Property Managers
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9 Key Factors to Consider When Investing in Property
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12 Items Landlords Can Deduct at Tax Time
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Essential Steps When Selecting a Countertop for Your Rental
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How to Choose the Right Flooring Material for Your Rental
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How to Enhance the Value of Your Property
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Things to Avoid Saying When Writing a Short Sale Hardship Letter
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3 Reasons Your Property Value Could Decrease
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Tips to Buy Foreclosed Property at a Sheriff's Sale
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9 to Find a Cheap Apartment in a Landlord's Market
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What Is a Freehold Estate?
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Understanding the Fees and Services of a Property Manager
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The Good and Bad of Flipping Your Primary Residence
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9 Questions to Help Decide If You Should Hire a Property Manager
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7 Places to Buy Investment Property Online
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8 Reasons to Finish Your Basement Now
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These Are the Important Tax Time Records All Landlords Should Keep
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8 Reasons Investment Property in the Suburbs Is a Great Idea
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7 Potential Risks of Purchasing a Short Sale
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Look at These 4 Factors Before Buying an Investment Property
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What Insurance Do Landlords and Property Investors Need?