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6-minute read

What is a REIT? A guide to real estate investment trusts

If you want to get into real estate investing without managing a property, investing in a REIT could be for you. Learn more about this investment vehicle.

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4-minute read

Adding value to your home with an outbuilding

Adding an outbuilding, like a garage or ADU, can increase your property value. Learn more about which outbuildings are a good investment.

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6-minute read

Builder’s risk insurance: A complete guide

Builder's risk insurance offers financial protection for properties under construction. Learn what it covers, what it doesn't, and when you need a policy.

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5-minute read

What is IRR (internal rate of return)?

IRR, or internal rate of return, is a metric investors use to evaluate real estate investments. Discover how IRR is calculated and how to use this number.

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11-minute read

Wholesale real estate: A beginner's guide

What is wholesale real estate? Learn more about how the selling process works and best practices for making a profit.

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8-minute read

Owning an Airbnb property: Can it be profitable for you in 2026?

Are you wondering if owning an Airbnb is profitable? Learn what it involves and how much you can expect to earn compared with a traditional rental property

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7-minute read

Buying commercial property for beginners: How to start

Buying commercial property is a great first step for future real estate investors. Learn how to get into commercial real estate with our comprehensive guide....

8-minute read

How to start investing in real estate

Real estate investing can potentially create passive income and profit for investors. Learn more about how to make real estate investments.

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5-minute read

What is the 70% rule in house flipping?

Real estate investors use metrics like the 70% rule to help determine how much to pay for a property. Learn more about the 70% rule in house flipping.

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5-minute read

Real estate portfolio: What is it and how do you build one?

What is a real estate investment portfolio, and how do you build one? Read our guide to learn more about investing in real estate and building a portfolio.

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3-minute read

Shadow inventory: What it is and where you can find it

Shadow inventory refers to foreclosed homes that are kept off the market by banks or homeowners. Learn why shadow inventory exists and its impact on the mark...

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5-minute read

The 1% rule in real estate: What to know before investing

Measuring your return on investment can feel like a lot of math. The 1% rule can make it easier to figure out how much you should spend on your investment.

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11-minute read

How to rent out your house: A guide

Are you thinking of renting out your house? Learn how to prepare a rental and protect yourself with the right insurance.

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7-minute read

Schedule E tax forms: Reporting your rental income

If you earn rental income, you may need to fill out a Schedule E tax form this year. Learn more about reporting your gains and losses with our handy guide.

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8-minute read

What to know before buying a vacation home in Florida

Looking for a getaway for the colder months? Need a year-round retreat? A vacation home in Florida might be your ideal solution.

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6-minute read

Is real estate a good investment for you?

Real estate is a major investment, but it comes with benefits. Here's how it compares to stocks and bonds, and some reasons you might want to start investing...

6-minute read

A guide to buying a house with an LLC

There are pros and cons to putting a house under an LLC. Check out our guide for buying an investment property with an LLC.

7-minute read

What is ‘subject to’ in real estate?

A subject-to real estate transaction lets the buyer own the property while the seller keeps the mortgage in their name. Learn about how this arrangement works.