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As we've learned from rehabbing and flipping hundreds of properties, the success of major home improvement projects largely depends on the contractor you hire.
Yet, not all working contractors are qualified to do the job. Some may have a friendly demeanor over the phone and offer you a great deal, but then cut corners on the job site, leaving you in the dark about their progress.
With money and time on the line, it’s imperative to find a highly-qualified, competent professional you can trust with your unique job. Here are nine red flags you shouldn’t ignore when hiring a contractor for your home renovation.
At a minimum,...
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing my Pro Wholesaler VIP Program Student & Client, Chris, on how he successfully completed his first wholesale real estate deal and made $5,000 of profit!
Additionally, Chris has another deal under contract that he acquired from the MLS and plans on making an additional $5,000 from this deal, as well.
Chris is also a licensed real estate agent, and joined the Pro Wholesaler VIP Program in order to make more money, and to get more deals!
Chris is well on track to having his first $10,000 month of profit as a Pro Wholesaler!
Watch the interview above on how Chris became a Pro Wholesaler and now crushes it at wholesaling real estate!
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Ever been interested in buying a home in a competitive market but weren't sure how to make your offer stand out from the rest?
One of our favorite methods is to make an offer with a substantial earnest money deposit!
An earnest money deposit is a proven way to show a seller you are interested in buying their home.
It shows a level of commitment from the buyer and acts as security for the owner when agreeing to sell their property to a particular buyer.
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Kevin (Pro Wholesaler Student) just recently joined us, and using our system got his first wholesale real estate deal from the MLS and made $7,000 within 30 days! Additionally, Kevin now has $60,000 worth of wholesale deals under contract ready to be closed.
Watch the interview above to see how Kevin is crushing it at wholesaling real estate!
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Along with each generation, advancements in technology are also made. The use of technology is widespread, connecting everyone with one another no matter where they are in the world. Businesses are able to function completely online (just like Real Estate Skills!), buying and selling products from other countries is more feasible and making social connections is easy.
With the extensive abilities that technology provides, anything that is put on it will potentially reach audiences of different backgrounds. Social media sites and online messaging platforms help make those connections, and spread of information, possible.
While the internet is able to provide us with professional and useful information, it is also used simply for entertainment. Streaming services for TV shows and movies, as well as viral videos that spread over social media, are just a few that are utilized by many to be entertained.
A popular trend that is also making its way around the world are memes....
When going through the process of buying a house you might find yourself having to go through escrow. So, the big question everyone seems to be wondering is what exactly is escrow?
The concept of escrow can be a confusing topic to get a firm grasp on. But, it is a very important concept to understand and learn. That's why we will break down everything you need to know about it in the article below!
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According to the 2020 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Research Group, 41% of listed homes have a price reduction before they get an accepted offer. This means there's usually some flexibility in the listing price, if you use the right offer strategy.
Lowball is a common term when it comes to any form of commerce. We typically see the word pop up when someone is buying something secondhand from another individual.
Let’s say you go to a swap meet or a garage sale and you find something that you’re willing to purchase, but the price is too high.
You can either:
If you chose Option 2, then you chose the basic principle of lowballing.
Now that we've covered the basics, here’s everything you...
If you're about to put your home on the market, you definitely want to appeal to as many people as possible. Home staging will help gain the attention you want!
Home staging may be accomplished to different extents depending on what you want and what your home needs. From hiring a professional home stager to turning it into a do-it-yourself project, big or small enhancements can be made.
We'll go over the basics, show you the numbers and go over what you need to accomplish home staging!
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Did you know that 25-27% of the U.S. population lives in some form of an HOA? The Foundation for Community Association Research estimates there are 347,000 community associations in the U.S. with 73.5 million residents!
If you're involved in the real estate industry, it's very likely you've encountered an HOA at some point in your career. Even so, there may be a number of real estate investors out there that don't really know what HOA means.
For home buyers, investors, and other real estate professionals, knowing all about HOA's meaning will help you decide on the best property investment strategies.
Even if you reside in an HOA or have just heard about them before, you may still lack an understanding of what they're all about. In this article, you'll learn exactly what an HOA is and everything else you’ve wanted to know about HOAs.
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Did you know the average homebuyer took 73 days to close on a home after the first visit? That is true according to a data-driven study by Redfin.
If you're a buyer or seller in the real estate business, you might be asking the question, 'How long does it take to close on a house?' Well, you've come to the right place.
Closing on a house can be a daunting and intimidating process, if you don't know what to expect.
Fortunately, after reading this guide the home closing process will be predictable and repetitive for you.
We dive into everything from the amount of time it takes to close on a house to a step-by-step guide on what it means to close on a property.
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