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The Complete Guide to Investing in Rental Properties

Author : Steve Berges
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 0071458379
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (714 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Guide to Investing in Rental Properties by : Steve Berges

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Investing in Rental Properties written by Steve Berges and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2004-05-21 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maximize profits in the single-family and multi-unit rental market You probably know that small rental properties are among the safest, most affordable, and most profitable investments around. With the a little help, however, you can minimize both your investment and your costs and send your profits straight through the roof! In this comprehensive handbook, real estate investing expert Steve Berges reveals the secrets that have made him one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the field. He shows you all of the indispensable tricks of the trade, explains why they are so important, and connects them to other essential steps for super-profitable investing. Arming you with his Five Golden Rules for Success, Steve Berges also shows you how to: Select a house and negotiate the best price and terms Perform a comprehensive financial analysis to maximize value Secure financing and prepare for your closing Find qualified tenants and draft favorable lease agreements Reduce operating costs, increase rents, and improve profitability Avoid the little-known pitfalls of real estate investing With Steve Berges' expert guidance and no-nonsense advice, you can maximize your investment, minimize your time and effort, and make the most of every foray into the real estate market.

The Complete Guide to Property Investment

Author : Rob Dix
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780993497209
Total Pages : 310 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (972 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Guide to Property Investment by : Rob Dix

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Property Investment written by Rob Dix and published by . This book was released on 2016-01-19 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of Amazon best-sellers "Property Investment For Beginners" and "Beyond The Bricks" Over the last 20 years, more than a million Brits have made life-changing profits from buy-to-let. But as prices keep rising and the tax landscape changes, investors need to get smarter in order to succeed. It's far from "game over," but the game is changing... for the better. The unwary and under-prepared will be squeezed from the market - leaving educated, strategic investors to have their best decade yet. The Complete Guide To Property Investment gives you the insight, information and action plan you need to navigate this new property landscape and come out on top. It starts by demonstrating - with real-life examples - a range of strategies suited to achieving different investment goals. Only then does it take you step by step through every aspect of researching, financing, buying and managing investment properties. You'll learn: How to formulate a strategy suited to achieving your investment goals Everything you need to know about financing your investments An exact step-by-step research process you can use to decide what to invest in How to manage your investments What the property cycle is, and how you can use it to your advantage How to build a profitable portfolio for the long-term - including scaling up, surviving recessions, and exit strategies. Whether you're turning to property to secure your retirement, start a new career or generate a stream of passive income, this book will be the most valuable investment you make.

The Complete Guide to Real Estate Finance for Investment Properties

Author : Steve Berges
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118045807
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (18 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Guide to Real Estate Finance for Investment Properties by : Steve Berges

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Real Estate Finance for Investment Properties written by Steve Berges and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-01-06 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical, real-world guide gives investors all the tools they need to make wise decisions when weighing the value and potential of investment properties. Written for old pros as well as novice investors, this friendly, straightforward guide walks readers step by step through every stage of property analysis. Whether you're buying or selling, investing in big commercial properties or single-family rentals, you'll find expert guidance and handy resources on every aspect of real estate finance, including: * Proven, effective valuation techniques * Finance tips for all different kinds of property * How various financing strategies affect investments * Structuring financial instruments, including leverage, debt, equity, and partnerships * Measurements and ratios for investment performance, including capitalization rates and gross rent multiplier ratios * Future and present value analysis * How the appraisal process works * Primary appraisal methods-replacement cost, sales comparison, and income capitalization-and how to know which one to use * How to understand financial statements, including income, balance, and cash flow * Case studies for single-family rentals, multifamily conversions, apartment complexes, and commercial office space * A detailed glossary of important real estate terminology

The Complete Guide to Your First Rental Property

Author : Teri B. Clark
Publisher : Atlantic Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 1620230755
Total Pages : 354 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (22 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Guide to Your First Rental Property by : Teri B. Clark

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Your First Rental Property written by Teri B. Clark and published by Atlantic Publishing Company. This book was released on 2016-11-30 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You are ready to take the plunge and begin investing in your first rental property. Congratulations, but now what do you do? This completely revised edition will guide you step-by-step toward the financial success you desire, covering all the essential topics — property selection, tenant selection, marketing and advertising, credit verification, reference verification, lease agreements, deposits, rent, late notices, essential regulations in all 50 states, and more. This new edition features brand-new stories from real estate investors and landlords, helping you to learn from their mistakes while also leading you in the right direction. Investing in rental properties is one of the smartest investments you can make, allowing you to build equity, generate a steady return on your investment, and enhance your cash flow. For many people, rental property investing is an ideal part-time business, because your assets appreciate and your cash flow rises even when you are absent. This comprehensive book contains excellent sections on the many uses of the internet to run your business, noting the numerous websites that are available to you, often at little cost, to identify sound properties, lock in the best possible mortgage, market your properties, and manage your business online. In addition, this invaluable guide contains more than 25 forms that you will undoubtedly need to get your business up and running, including sample leases, rental contracts, application forms, and more.

The Wall Street Journal. Complete Real-Estate Investing Guidebook

Author : David Crook
Publisher : Currency
ISBN 13 : 0307453154
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (74 download)

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Book Synopsis The Wall Street Journal. Complete Real-Estate Investing Guidebook by : David Crook

Download or read book The Wall Street Journal. Complete Real-Estate Investing Guidebook written by David Crook and published by Currency. This book was released on 2008-06-03 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The conservative, thoughtful, thrifty investor’s guide to building a real-estate empire. Profitable real-estate investing opportunities exist everywhere as long as you know what to look for and understand how to make prudent deals that transform property into profits. David Crook, of The Wall Street Journal, shows how to make safe and sane investments that ensure a good night’s sleep as your real-estate portfolio grows, your properties appreciate and your income increases. The Wall Street Journal Complete Real-Estate Investing Guidebook offers the most authoritative information on: • Why real-estate investing is a great wealth-building alternative to stocks and bonds and why it’s crucial that you avoid get-rich schemes • How to get the financing and make the contacts to get started • How to start small and local, be hands-on and go step-by-step with a vacation home to rent out, a pure rental property or a small apartment building • How to find and value great properties, do the numbers and ensure you have that beautiful thing called cash flow • How the government blesses real-estate investors with tax breaks and loopholes, and how you can be one of the anointed • How to deal with the nuts-and-bolts of being a landlord and have a strife-free relationship with your tenants

The Complete Guide to Investing in Real Estate Tax Liens & Deeds

Author : Jamaine Burrell
Publisher : Atlantic Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 0910627738
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (16 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Guide to Investing in Real Estate Tax Liens & Deeds by : Jamaine Burrell

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Investing in Real Estate Tax Liens & Deeds written by Jamaine Burrell and published by Atlantic Publishing Company. This book was released on 2006 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Purchasing tax lien instruments from city, county, and municipal governments can provide you with very high and secure rates of return, in some cases as high as 12%, 18%, 24%, or even 1,000% or more per year. If performed correctly, investments in tax lien instruments will far outpace stock market performance, even traditional real estate investments. The key is to know how to perform this process correctly. Tax lien certificates and deeds are not purchased through a broker; you purchase these property tax liens directly from the state or county government (depending on the state). This type of investment was created by state law, and state law protects you as the investor. Investing in tax liens and deeds can be very rewarding. Tax liens can be tax deferred or even tax-free. You can purchase them in your self-directed IRA. Interest rates vary but average between 4% and 18%. The interest rates are fixed by local governments, essentially a government-guaranteed loan. Additionally, the investment is secured by real property (real estate). This sounds great, but what is the catch? There really is none, except you must know what you are doing! This groundbreaking and exhaustively researched new book will provide everything you need to know to get you started on generating high-investment returns with low risk, from start to finish. You will learn what property tax liens and tax lien certificates are; how to invest in tax lien certificates; how to buy tax lien certificates; insider secrets to help you double or even triple your investment, how to start with under $1,000; the risks, traps, and pitfalls to avoid; and a detailed directory of states that sell tax lien certificates with contact information. In addition, we spent thousands of hours interviewing, e-mailing, and communicating with hundreds of today's most successful investors. This book is a compilation of their secrets and proven successful ideas. If you are interested in learning hundreds of hints, tricks, and secrets on how to purchase tax liens and deeds and earn enormous profits, then this book is for you.

The Complete Guide to Flipping Properties

Author : Steve Berges
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 047014677X
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (71 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Guide to Flipping Properties by : Steve Berges

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Flipping Properties written by Steve Berges and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-01-02 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in a newly updated second edition, this guide covers all the ins and outs of buying, renovating, and reselling distressed properties at big profits. Berges shows investors how to excel at every aspect of flipping, from finding great deals to analyzing property values, negotiating sales, and closing deals.

The Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures

Author : Steve Berges
Publisher : AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn
ISBN 13 : 0814429165
Total Pages : 215 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (144 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures by : Steve Berges

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures written by Steve Berges and published by AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn. This book was released on 2005-11-21 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As demand for real estate has skyrocketed, so have prices. But finding affordable properties to buy and sell for profit has actually never been easier! Why? Because foreclosures are at an all-time high, meaning banks and other lenders have unprecedented numbers of properties they are all too eager to unload. That’s your opportunity to acquire prime properties -- both residential and commercial -- at incredible value, and build a substantial real estate portfolio that should give you great returns for years to come. But as easy as it might seem to be to profit in the foreclosure market, the route to success is rife with hazards that can quickly turn your journey into a disaster. A few precautions and some careful preparation can prevent a lot of headaches -- and bad investments -- down the road. The Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures is written to help you identify and take advantage of opportunities while avoiding the pitfalls. Best-selling author Steve Berges gives you: * Secrets for finding great properties before they’re public knowledge * Foolproof strategies for buying properties at all stages of foreclosure * Important information you need to know before investing in any foreclosure * Powerful ways to take advantage of little-known alternatives like HUD, SBA, VA, and IRS properties, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac foreclosures, pre- and post-foreclosure opportunities, and a lot more * A full selection of value assessment tools, lead-generation strategies, and practical step-by-step processes * The 7 Caveats of Investing in Foreclosures Foreclosures may be the quickest and most reliable way to profit in real estate–but you’ve got to know what you’re doing. Whether you’re new to the game or are already experienced in buying and selling foreclosed properties, The Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures gives you everything you need to make smart moves at every stage of the process.

The Complete Guide to Property Strategies

Author : Angela Bryant
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781784521370
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (213 download)

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Download or read book The Complete Guide to Property Strategies written by Angela Bryant and published by . This book was released on 2018-05-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Guide to Property Strategies is the 2nd book by Angela Bryant, who has been investing in property for over 20 years and built a portfolio of 100 properties valued at £15 million. This book is to help YOU succeed in property NOW. Make no mistake, there is much for landlords to be worried about today in the UK with legislation and tax changes and it is more important than ever to be on the alert: Educate yourself about what is possible and what's changing; Learn a variety of strategies; Adapt and survive! This guide will fast-track your success in property NOW. Sourcing and Options Rent-to-Rent Buy-to-Let Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) And so much more Despite the government clamping down on buy-to-lets in recent years, property is still the best investment for many. This book is written for the courageous who seek the insights required to escape mediocrity and succeed in building wealth through property. Despite the government clamping down on buy-to-lets in recent years, property is still the best investment for many. This book is written for the courageous who seek the insights required to escape mediocrity and succeed in building wealth through property.

The ABCs of Real Estate Investing

Author : Ken McElroy
Publisher : RDA Press, LLC
ISBN 13 : 1937832384
Total Pages : 125 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (378 download)

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Download or read book The ABCs of Real Estate Investing written by Ken McElroy and published by RDA Press, LLC. This book was released on 2013-02-28 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book will teach you how to: • Achieve wealth and cash flow through real estate • Find property with real potential • Show you how to unlock the myths that are holding you back • Negotiating the deal based on the numbers • Evaluate property and purchase price • Increase your income through proven property management tools

The Complete Guide to German Property Investment

Author : Rob Lederman
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781986870184
Total Pages : 214 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (71 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Guide to German Property Investment by : Rob Lederman

Download or read book The Complete Guide to German Property Investment written by Rob Lederman and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-05-18 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete Guide To Germany Property Investing

The Complete Guide to Investing in REITs, Real Estate Investment Trusts

Author : Mark Gordon
Publisher : Atlantic Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 1601382561
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (13 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Guide to Investing in REITs, Real Estate Investment Trusts by : Mark Gordon

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Investing in REITs, Real Estate Investment Trusts written by Mark Gordon and published by Atlantic Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Currently, there are nearly 200 publicly traded real estate investment trusts (more commonly referred to as REITs) in operation in the United Sates with a combined $500 billion in assets. An estimated two-thirds of REITS are traded on national stock exchanges. A REIT is a real estate company that offers its shares to the public. By doing so, a REIT stock becomes like any other stock that represents the holder s ownership in a business. However, REITs have two distinct features: REITs manage groups of income-producing properties and must distribute 90 percent of profits as dividends. The Complete Guide to Investing in REITs will teach you everything you need to know about REITs and how you can earn high rates of return. In this book, you will learn about publicly and privately held REITs, Net Asset Value (NAV), Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO), Cash Available for Distribution (CAD), the benefits associated with REITS, dividend reinvestment programs (DRiPs), capitalization rate, equitization, leverage, positive spread investing, securitization, and straight-lining. You will also learn about equity, mortgage, and hybrid REITs and the more specific types, including residential, office, industrial, and retail. The Complete Guide to Investing in REITs will walk you through finding the appropriate REIT for you. This book will also teach you how to manage your REIT, how to limit your personal risk, how to understand REIT performance, and how to analyze REITs. By reading this book, you will know and understand the pitfalls of investing in REITs, you will know how REITs behave as an investment class and how to best integrate them into your portfolio, and you will know what economic issues affect real estate and the effects these have on REITs. This book is not merely for the novice investor who wants to learn everything possible about real estate investment trusts; professional investors, financial planners, and investment advisors will also find valuable information in this book. Ultimately, The Complete Guide to Investing in REITs will help you stabilize and grow your portfolio and earn high rates of return by providing you with vital information and practical guidance. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president's garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.

The Real Estate Game

Author : William J Poorvu
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 068485550X
Total Pages : 344 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (848 download)

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Download or read book The Real Estate Game written by William J Poorvu and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1999-09-13 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From a Harvard Business School professor comes a concise, accessible, state-of-the-art guide to developing and investing in real estate.

Property Investment for Beginners

Author : Rob Dix
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781484116272
Total Pages : 116 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (162 download)

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Book Synopsis Property Investment for Beginners by : Rob Dix

Download or read book Property Investment for Beginners written by Rob Dix and published by . This book was released on 2013-04-18 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated for 2015! The recession is over, house prices are heading steadily upwards again, and you're convinced that property could be your key to financial freedom. And it could. But where do you start? Do you invest near where you live, or wherever yields are best? Do you rent to families, or professionals, or students? Should you be trawling through Rightmove or lurking at property auctions? This short book covers the big questions you should be asking yourself before you so much as glance at an estate agent's window. It contains a jargon-free explanation of basic investment principles, summaries of the major post-crunch investment strategies, and advice on developing a mindset that will support your long-term success. The book also includes a curated "further reading" list of recommended books, magazines, forums, blogs and podcasts to help you confidently take your next steps in your property investment journey. You'll learn... How to pick an investment strategy that matches your skills and goals The only three calculations you need to know to size up any deal An overview of every major investment approach, from the most safe and boring to the probably-not-a-good-idea-but-here-you-go-anyway How to (safely and sustainably) stretch a limited pot of cash to build whatever size portfolio you want ...although you will need to endure some pretty shocking jokes along the way. Sorry about that. Praise for "Property Investment For Beginners"... "The book is very easy to read and the explanations are very clear, with some good humour to boot! With a good set of references and online links, this book is a must for anyone interested in property investment." - P Cowley "A property investment book that keeps it simple. I really enjoyed it, and will use it as my main point of reference. Unlike most of the other books, the reader doesn't have to endure the rags to riches rubbish and the inevitable sales pitch for further training." - Nesser "I stumbled across this book randomly on Amazon and I'm so pleased I did - it has given me an excellent overview of what it is to invest in property and has really helped me to focus on my specific goals. It has also opened my eyes to a world of useful tools and contacts which I may never have found without it. Other books may have been able to do this but I'm not sure they would've been so enjoyable to read. If you are thinking of investing in property, or perhaps already are but want to take it further, this is a must read book." - whatkatythinks "When you buy this book, you are not only getting a property wizard, you are also getting a warm-hearted guy. In his book, Rob mentions several times that you can contact him via email and he'll try to help you out. And HE DID! I tentatively emailed him with some questions and he replied right away! Of course, I know he's probably not able to do this for everybody, but even if he just replied to one question, he has proven that he's genuine and kind. And what he replied me with is thoughtful, honest and probably saved me a fortune in the end. Totally worth every penny. Get the book!" - kaitlinjj Scroll up and hit "Buy Now" to start turning your property dreams into reality!

How to Invest in Real Estate

Author : Brandon Turner
Publisher : Biggerpockets Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 9780997584707
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (847 download)

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Download or read book How to Invest in Real Estate written by Brandon Turner and published by Biggerpockets Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2018-10-31 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the many years that we've been serving real estate investors, one of the most asked questions on our site has been, "How Do I Get Started in Real Estate Investing?" New investors will love the fundamentals and even experienced investors will appreciate the high-level view of strategies they may have never even considered. Don't let some guru tell you what the right path is for you. Read How to Invest in Real Estate and see all the paths in one place, so you can make the best choice for you, your family, and your financial future. This book will help new investors get a firm foundation to build their investing business upon. With topics ranging from how to gain a solid real estate education, real estate niches, financing, marketing, and more, this book is truly the definitive guide for helping new investors learn the ropes.

The Complete Guide to Property Investing Success

Author : Angela Bryant
Publisher : Ecademy Press
ISBN 13 : 178452042X
Total Pages : 286 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (845 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Guide to Property Investing Success by : Angela Bryant

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Property Investing Success written by Angela Bryant and published by Ecademy Press. This book was released on 2008-12-08 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Complete Guide to Property Investing Success, you will learn all you need to succeed in property, with a focus on buy-to-let. Angela shares her secrets throughout this refreshingly personal account of how to build a £10 million property portfolio. You will learn what you need to succeed in buy-to-let, even in challenging times, including how to: > Source, analyse and structure fantastic win: win property deals > Plan and undertake thorough risk assessment > Use buy-to-let mortgages to leverage your portfolio growth > Number crunching: looking at yield, capital gains and the importance of good cash ow > Choosing your property with care > Managing your properties and your tenants with expertise Dave’s Diary is also featured throughout, with many invaluable tips and tricks to help you manage and maintain your properties expertly, helping you to maximise your property income.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Real Estate Investing Basics

Author : David J. Decker
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1440696780
Total Pages : 404 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (46 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to Real Estate Investing Basics by : David J. Decker

Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Real Estate Investing Basics written by David J. Decker and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2006-06-06 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What, where, and how to buy! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Real Estate Investing Basics presents the practical advice and knowledge readers need to get started in the residential real estate market. Based on the knowledge of an established expert, this guide teaches readers how to find properties that have the greatest investment potential, make offers and negotiate deals, locate great tenants, and re- sell properties for maximum profit. • According to the US Census Bureau, there were an estimated 123.3 million housing units in the US in the first quarter 2005. • Residential real estate is always on the move. • Baby boomers are growing older, and many look at real estate investing as a safe way to assure their current standard of living.