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How to calculate return on rental property
Learn how to calculate return on investment for rental properties, including formulas, examples, and tips to evaluate and improve your investment strategy.
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Price-to-rent ratio explained: Is it better to rent or buy?
What the price-to-rent ratio is, and how it helps determine whether renting or buying is more cost-effective so you can make an informed housing decision.
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How economic occupancy can help you maximize rental income
Economic occupancy helps real estate investors see whether their properties’ earnings match the full income potential. Find out about this key metric here...
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What are nonagency mortgage-backed securities (MBS), and should I invest in them?
Want to invest in real estate without becoming a landlord? Learn how nonagency mortgage-backed securities (MBS) work and how to strategically invest in them.
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How to start investing in affordable housing
Affordable housing has unique advantages and disadvantages compared with other real estate investment opportunities. Here’s what you should know beforehan...
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This is how to gift a house to a family member
When your home is free of a mortgage, you can move the property ownership to a relative...
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When to sell a rental property: A complete guide
Are you unsure whether to sell your rental property? Learn about the various factors that can make it a good time to sell and the steps you can expect to take.
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What are Residential REITs?
A residential REIT, similar to a mutual fund, is income-producing real estate. Learn more about REITs and how they may be a way to diversify your portfolio.
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Tax deed properties: What they are and how to invest
A tax deed is a legal document that transfers ownership of a property that has gone into foreclosure. Read more about how tax deeds work and how to invest.
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Cash-on-cash returns: A guide for real estate investors
Cash-on-cash return is a metric used by commercial real estate investors to see how profitable an investment is. Learn how it works and how to calculate it.
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Understanding real estate owned (REO) properties as investment opportunities
Real estate owned (REO) properties are often overlooked investment opportunities. Learn why buying a home from a lender may be the right strategy for you.
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What is digital real estate? Definition, examples, tips, and pros and cons
Curious about what digital real estate is and how to invest? Learn how to buy virtual land, websites, NFTs, and more with our complete guide.
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How to invest in real estate with little to no money
You don’t need a big bank account to invest in real estate. Learn how to get started in real estate with little to no money and build your financial futur...
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Cost basis in real estate: How to calculate
Cost basis in real estate is the original value that a buyer pays for their property. Learn more about cost basis and how to calculate it.
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What is a wholesale real estate contract?
Wondering if wholesale real estate is the right path for you? We're here to break down what you need to know about wholesale real estate contracts.
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10 best rental property management software options for 2025
What's the best property management software? Discover the top rental property management software for real estate investors, property managers and landlords.
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Net operating income (NOI): Definition and formula
Discover how to calculate net operating income (NOI) with our easy-to-follow guide. Learn the definition, formula and its importance in real estate investments.
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What is passive real estate investing and how does it work?
Are you interested in passive real estate investing? Learn different types of passive real estate investments, the pros and cons and how to get started.
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