Investment Articles

Expert advice and strategies on real estate investment, including property selection, market analysis, financing options, and generating passive income through real estate assets.

Webinar
How to Buy Your First Home

57 min watch

How to Buy Your First Home

Learn how to save for a down payment, find the right financing, work with a real estate agent, and make your American...

Podcast
Choosing the Perfect Investment Property

8 min watch

Choosing the Perfect Investment Property

Explore the process of purchasing a rental property and evaluating deals. Krista interviews Seamus on his property investment journey and strategies.

Glossary
Mortgage

4 min read

Mortgage

A type of loan used to purchase or maintain property or land.

Glossary
Balloon Mortgage

3 min read

Balloon Mortgage

A mortgage in which a homebuyer makes low payments throughout the loan period but pays a lump sum at the end of...

Glossary
Turnkey Property

3 min read

Turnkey Property

A Turnkey Property is a home (single-family residence, duplex, or apartment) that is ready for a tenant to move into from day...

Glossary
Apartment

3 min read

Apartment

Discover Apartments: From Multifamily Properties to Ownership Pros and Cons - Learn all about what apartments mean.

Podcast
Homeowners Associations (HOAs)

8 min watch

Homeowners Associations (HOAs)

Homeowners Associations (HOAs) get a bad rap. In this episode of Be A Better Landlord, Jonathan and Krista talk through the good,...

Glossary
Furnished Rental

3 min read

Furnished Rental

A rental unit that comes pre-supplied with the furniture and appliances that its tenants will require.

Glossary
Investment Property

4 min read

Investment Property

Real estate purchased to generate income through rental income or appreciation.

Glossary
Townhouse

3 min read

Townhouse

A type of real estate that has multiple floors and shares at least two of its walls with other residences.

Glossary
Workforce Housing

3 min read

Workforce Housing

Affordable housing for households earning between 60-120% of their area’s median income.

Glossary
Single-Family Home

3 min read

Single-Family Home

A freestanding residence that shares no common walls with any other structure.

Glossary
Triplex

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Triplex

A property comprising three individual units in one building, and each unit typically shares at least one common wall.

Glossary
Vacation Rental

3 min read

Vacation Rental

An investment property rented out for short periods of time, typically less than one month.

Glossary
Brownstone

2 min read

Brownstone

A mortgage in which a homebuyer makes low payments throughout the loan period but pays a lump sum at the end of...

Glossary
Duplex

4 min read

Duplex

A duplex house is a residential property consisting of two separate units in a single building.

Blog
House Hacking 101

7 min read

House Hacking 101

Eager to generate passive income? House hacking could be your solution. Our insightful article unveils all you need to know about this...

Webinar
Rental Fraud and Scam Prevention

61 min watch

Rental Fraud and Scam Prevention

According to Dwellsy's latest Rental Fraud Survey, Americans are set to lose $16.1 billion due to rental fraud in 2023 - so...

Podcast
1031 Exchanges

8 min watch

1031 Exchanges

In this episode of 'Be A Better Landlord', we are joined by Kayla Mahoney, a Commercial Real Estate Advisor from Capital Property...

Webinar
Property Taxes and Appeals 101

57 min watch

Property Taxes and Appeals 101

Learn about property taxes and how to appeal your tax bill with the TurboTeam and experts from Ownwell in this informative video.

Glossary
1031 Exchange

3 min read

1031 Exchange

A real estate investment tool that allows taxpayers to defer capital gains taxes by swapping one investment for another, as defined under...

Glossary
Amortization

4 min read

Amortization

The systematic repayment of a debt or other financial obligation, often paid in installments.

Other

Blog
How to Successfully Work With Investors

12 min read

How to Successfully Work With Investors

Successfully working with real estate investors involves understanding their diverse strategies, leveraging effective real estate investment software, and optimizing communication and administrative...

Glossary
Homeowners Association

10 min read

Homeowners Association

Explore the HOA definition! Learn how homeowners associations operate and impact property management and owner responsibilities.

Glossary
Net Operating Income (NOI)

3 min read

Net Operating Income (NOI)

Unravel financial aspects of property management with our Net Operating Income (NOI) definition. Learn more landlord terms here.

Glossary
Real Estate Investment

3 min read

Real Estate Investment

Master real estate with our definition guide, starting with an in-depth look at real estate investment from a landlord's perspective.

Glossary
Commercial Property Management

3 min read

Commercial Property Management

Discover commercial property management: tenant acquisition, leases, maintenance, and unique challenges vs. residential.

Glossary
Amenities

2 min read

Amenities

Explore Amenities in Property Management: Learn how these desirable features enhance the appeal of homes, apartments, and communities.

Glossary
C Corporation (C Corp)

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C Corporation (C Corp)

A legal structure for a business in which the owners, or shareholders, are taxed independently from the corporation.

Glossary
Personal Property

4 min read

Personal Property

Any movable property that is not permanently attached to real estate. This includes furniture, appliances, and vehicles.

Glossary
Triple Net Lease (NNN)

7 min read

Triple Net Lease (NNN)

A commercial real estate lease agreement in which the tenant pays the real estate taxes, insurance premiums, and maintenance costs in addition...

Glossary
BRRRR Method

6 min read

BRRRR Method

A real estate investment strategy hinged on using cash or short-term financing to buy a distressed property or a property under foreclosure....

Glossary
Cash-on-Cash Return

5 min read

Cash-on-Cash Return

A metric used to determine how profitable a real estate investment will be, calculated by taking the total amount of cash generated...

Glossary
Appraisal

6 min read

Appraisal

A professional opinion on the monetary value of real estate, normally conducted by a licensed appraiser independent of both the lender and...

Glossary
Appraised Value

6 min read

Appraised Value

The amount a real estate appraiser estimates your home is worth when it comes time to sell it.

Glossary
Asset Management

2 min read

Asset Management

The process of identifying, acquiring, and maintaining assets to maximize their value to an organization.