What Do Franchises Have to Do With Your Real Estate? Whenever someone asks you what affects your home’s value, your first thought might be local crime rates, the area’s population growth, or perhaps the schools nearby. While those answers are all correct, here’s one I’ll bet you missed: your proximity to certain franchises can increase your home’s value. According to …
How to Find Crime Rates in Your Neighborhood
Read Time: 8 Minutes 11/22/2024 Why Does Crime Data Matter? Have you ever wondered if a neighborhood is truly safe? Whether you’re buying a home, investing in real estate, or just moving to a new area, safety is often one of the biggest concerns. But how do you figure out if a neighborhood is safe? Instead of relying on guesses, …
How to Use Income Data to Choose the Right Rental Property
Read Time: 4 Minutes 11/19/2024 Why Income Data Matters for Rental Properties When I first started investing in rental properties, I overlooked one crucial piece of data: income trends. I’d find a property that seemed like a good deal, only to struggle with tenants who couldn’t afford the rent or markets where rents weren’t sustainable. That’s when I realized the …
Why Job Growth is Key for Real Estate Success
Read Time: 4 Minutes 11/18/2024 The Connection Between Jobs and Real Estate When I started investing in real estate, I didn’t realize just how important job growth was to my success. I’d focus on the property itself—location, price, potential cash flow—without considering the broader picture. But over time, I learned that job growth is one of the most reliable indicators …
Why Population Growth Matters in Real Estate Decisions
Read Time: 5 Minutes 11/18/2024 The Hidden Key to Real Estate Success If there’s one piece of advice I wish I had when I started investing in real estate, it’s this: follow the people. Population growth isn’t just a number on a spreadsheet—it’s a powerful signal that shapes demand, rental income, and property values. Whether you’re looking to buy your …
How Much Should I Charge for Rent? A Simple Guide
Read Time: 5 Minutes 11/15/2024 When I first started renting out properties, one of the biggest questions I faced was, “How much should I charge for rent?” Charge too much, and your property sits vacant. Charge too little, and you leave money on the table. Over the years, I’ve learned that setting the right rent price is both an art …
Why Appreciation Matters in Real Estate in 2024
Read Time: 4 Minutes 11/14/2024 When I started investing in real estate, I didn’t pay much attention to appreciation. I was focused on quick wins—cash flow, flipping, anything that could deliver immediate results. But I learned the hard way that long-term wealth in real estate often comes down to one simple concept: appreciation. Now, after years of experience (and a …