By Kaaren Hall Do you have a 401(k) with a previous employer or an IRA? Are these accounts invested in stock market assets? Most retirement accounts are invested in stocks, bonds and mutual funds however the Self-Directed IRA lets you invest outside the stock market. For over 40 years Continue Reading
Three Misconceptions about Japan’s Properties
Japan’s attractive property market draws real estate investors worldwide for its high yield, affordability, rental income cash flow and safe haven economic environment. While the real estate investment arena is undoubtedly attractive, and the second largest real estate investment market in the Continue Reading
Don’t Stop Marketing when Times are Tough (and the Going Gets Rough)
By Sharon Vornholt If there is one piece of advice I could give every struggling investor who is trying to stay afloat in today’s challenging market, it would be “don’t stop marketing”. I know that’s what most people do. But it’s during these times you need to actually step up your marketing. Continue Reading
Investigate Six New Lead Sources for Your Real Estate Business
By Leon McKenzie, CEO, US Probate Leads According to Forisk Research, US Housing starts are projected to continue at 1.5 million a year all the way to the year 2024. This tremendous growth is great for the overall economy of the country. However, it will likely increase the competition for the Continue Reading
7 Tips for Nailing the Negotiation Process
By Sharon Vornholt If they were to be honest, most investors would tell you they don’t really like negotiating. They would also tell you they aren’t terribly confident when it comes to the whole negotiation process (especially in the beginning). However, this is one of the most Continue Reading
Self-Directed IRAs – What’s New?
By Kaaren Hall, CEO, uDirect IRA Services Recently I returned from the Fall Conference for the Retirement Industry Trust Association with some news about Self-Directed IRAs. More Retirement Savings For over 40 years you’ve been able to invest your retirement savings outside of the Stock Continue Reading
VERDICT: GUILTY!
By Kathy Kennebrook (The Marketing Magic Lady) “If you were arrested for being a real estate investor would there be enough evidence to convict you?” I was once asked! I wholeheartedly responded with a resounding, “YES!” You must be able to do that which makes you stand out from Continue Reading
CRUNCH THE NUMBERS – Strategies With Sensei
Interview by Tim Houghten The Metrics That Really Make a Champion Real Estate Investment Portfolio Winning in real estate is all about the numbers. Far too many real estate investors are sabotaging their results by focusing on the wrong metrics. Some of the most obvious blunders today may be Continue Reading
Meet Your Creative Financing Experts Rebecca Rice & Jim Beam
By Sandy Fox Our 5th Annual Los Angeles Real Estate Investors’ Expo will feature some remarkable experts. On that day, we will spotlight Rebecca Rice and Jim Beam, industry leaders in a little-known financial area. They’ve perfected a way to turn a unique and specific kind of life insurance policy Continue Reading
The Self-Directed IRA Card that Changes DYNAMICS in Investing
Interview by Tim Houghten Ever wished self-direct-ed IRA investing was simpler for you and those you work with? Wished that all the net return and tax advantages of investing through an IRA where as easy to wield, and as comfortable as having cash in your pocket, swiping a card, or making online Continue Reading
Memphis Invest and Three Other Clothier Companies Honored On INC.’s 5000 List
By Tim Houghten Steady, Sizzling, Superior Real Estate Strategy What’s the secret to winning in the real estate race? The tale of the tortoise and the hare used to be a staple in everyone’s education. That appears to be a part of the lesson plan that’s been torn from the pages for many today. Do Continue Reading
Will “Power” Duquette – Finding Your Path & Achieving Significance
by Tim Houghten Choose where you want to go and figure out how to get there. Sounds easy, right? International trainer, consultant, real estate investor and speaker Will Duquette empowers people to make as much as six figures an hour. So how did he land this prestigious gig? How does he help Continue Reading
From TOP Model to Top of the Real Estate World
Kaya Wittenburg, has gone from small Midwest town, to becoming a top fashion model working directly with Gianni and Donatella Versace, to leading U.S. and global developers in selling the most breathtaking condos in the world. Through beautification in real estate design, Kaya Wittenburg has risen Continue Reading
Single-Family Home Rentals are Dead? Discover the #1 Investment Opportunity FOR THE NEXT 20 YEARS
By Gene Guarino, CFP Are single-family home (SFH) rentals dead? Well, that depends on who you are renting them to of course. How does $200-$300 a month in positive cash flow sound? When I was 20 years old, that was exciting. Today, that doesn’t get me very excited at all. Lets face it, one turn Continue Reading
