Tag Archives: fix and flip tips

Reducing Risk

Perhaps the ugliest word in the investing in real estate world, RISK is what keeps REIs up at night. What is the risk of buying this property? Well if you have been flipping houses for any amount of time you know that risk goes with the territory. We’ve shown how risky taking a chance can […]

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Window Treatment Tricks

We have talked about windows before here at Part-Time REI and how to ensure you are properly replacing them. Today we go further into the decorating side. We have been to countless homes that are trying to sell and the window treatments are just, well, off. Just as the right lighting can open your house […]

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Knowing the Lingo

As an investor, new or experienced, you probably have a time or two heard a conversation  and thought ” what is that?’ Maybe you have been too embarrassed to ask what a “cap rate” is. We know there is a lot of lingo out there. Heck some real estate gurus even come up with their […]

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Investing: Part 2

Thanks for checking back with us for Part 2 of The Do’s and Don’ts of Investing. In Part 1 we talked about not forgetting to do your homework and your research. We also pointed out the importance of not investing in something you don’t understand and to make sure you surround yourself with like minded people. […]

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The Do’s and Don’ts Of Investing Part 1

When someone decided to try their hand at flipping houses, often the first question is, “where do I begin?” Today we will go over a few do’s and don’ts when starting out your flipping career. 1.) Don’t Forget to Do Your Homework Not many people naturally know about investing in real estate. That is one of the […]

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Forgetful Flippers

Let’s face it. There is so much to remember when investing in real estate. We have definitely given plenty advice and tips on how to leverage other people’s time so you don’t have to be the one to do and remember everything, but there are still some small items that can escape an REI’s mind. […]

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5 Smart Moves for REIs

Every Friday we try to supply our readers with some smart tips or tricks to make investing in real estate a smoother ride. Today we want to review some smart moves for REI when starting out in the business. Read on to check out our top 5 smart moves.  1. Recognize that  investing is a business. […]

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What You Must Disclose Part 1

So you buy  an investment property. You are minding your own business doing your walk through and filling our your Property Repair Estimate Sheet.  All of a sudden, your nosy neighbor appears in front of you. He tells you how the place used to be so well kept and he is glad you bought it […]

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BBB Issues Red Flags for Flipping Seminars

It’s a “buyers beware” of a different sort. Recently some seminars have been getting the attention of the Better Business Bureau, and not in a good way. Seminars held across the countryclaim to show how the average consumer can learn to  “flip” houses and build long-term wealth, but the  BBB has seen exaggerated claims stating […]

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Avoiding the Closing From Hell

Well you made it! You sold your flip! Congratulations, you have made it to the finish line. All that is left is for the buyer to sign the paper work at the closing. What could go wrong? Most closings go pretty smooth and can close in as little as a half hour. Unfortunately through no fault […]

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