What an analysis of 295 housing markets told me about the national market
in this article How would you describe the housing market right now? is it up? even? Below? crashed? Each option is partly right and partly wrong. That’s because these days, there is almost no way to describe the housing situation in the United States on a national scale. To understand what’s happening and make sound […]
It’s Official—Commercial Real Estate Is Collapsing
in this article The residential real estate market is doing better than most people expected after interest rates more than doubled last year. Nationally, prices fell each month from July 2022 to January 2023 (though never by more than 1% per month). However, the prices came back 0.2% in February. Ironically, February was the first […]
12 frequently asked questions (and answers) about DSCR loans.
in this article This article is brought to you by Easy Street Capital. Read our Editorial Guidelines for more information. So far, throughout 2023, we have published several articles on DSCR loans, a loan product that continues to grow in popularity among real estate investors. included an overview of how to get the best rate […]
These are the top 20 emerging real estate markets this spring
in this article housing activity often Raise spring, but this year, housing affordability concerns and recession fears are influencing seasonal trends. While mortgage rates for housing transactions and construction activity have declined significantly Agitation In February, these metrics looked sluggish for March. Many landlords and renters are staying put waiting out a possible recession, while […]
Prices and trends in 2023
in this article Tampa, Florida, is one of the fastest growing cities in the US and boasts a strong housing market that has been bracing for reform pressures through this point. With a diverse economy, large tourism sector and growing population, investing in the Tampa Bay area has never been easier for anyone looking for […]
Is there any benefit to diversification?
in this article For decades, when investment advisors talked about “diversifying their portfolios to include real estate,” they usually meant adding REIT for your stock portfolio. Don’t get me wrong, real estate investment trusts (REITs) have their advantages. They are extremely liquid and easy to buy or sell with the click of a button in […]
Yes, you should still invest. Here’s Why You Need to Enter the Market
in this article After all, what is going on in the real estate market in 2023? From high interest rates and high purchase prices to elusive cash flow, this market includes enough uncertainty to scare new and beginning investors into thinking that the best course of action may be to stay out of the cycle. […]
As the commercial market continues to crack, these three assets could be your next big opportunity
in this article Offices across the country are still sitting vacant. nationwide office vacancy rate reached a highest level of about 20% in the first quarter of 2023, according to JLL, and while big tech companies putting pressure on workers Returning to the office, there has been an increase in commercial office delays due to […]
Tracking Passive Losses with Form 8582
in this article Passive activity loss rules are complicated. These rules prevent you from using your rental tax losses to offset your active income. A basic understanding of the rules will save you thousands of dollars in tax over your investing career. And knowing how to review your tax return to make sure these rules […]
2023 Summer Housing Market Predictions
in this article Even in normal times, it is difficult to predict what will happen in the housing market. Given that the economy is normal at the moment, predicting what will happen to the housing market in the coming months is a largely fool’s errand. But having an investment thesis is important and it’s also […]