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Analysis and how-tos on private lending, fix-and-flip, new construction, and the markets we work in — from the team who actually funds the deals.
What Is a DSCR Loan? How It Works in 2026
A DSCR loan qualifies your rental property on its cash flow, not your income. Here's how DSCR is calculated, what it takes to qualify, and why investors are using it in 2026.
Hard Money Construction Loans: The Definitive Guide
Hard money construction loans are short term loans used to finance the construction of a real estate project. They generally last from 12 to 24 months and are i…
Most Common Home Inspection Findings
A home inspection is an assessment of a home’s physical condition and is conducted by a licensed home inspector who is trained to visually identify issues with …
The Draw of Hard Money for Fix-and-Flip Projects
Hard money is an alternative funding method that can be used instead of traditional mortgage lenders. The financing comes from individuals or investors who lend…
Private Lending Overview
In this video, our CEO James Bowie provides an overview of private loans and what real estate investors need to look for when partnering with a hard money lende…
How to Fix-and-Flip in the Coronavirus Era
As a result of the constantly evolving status of the COVID-19 pandemic—including social distancing and restrictions on commercial activity—real estate investors…
5 Tips to Master the “Flip” of a “Fix-and-Flip”
After putting in all the hard work to find and then rehab a fix-and-flip real estate investment, the goal is to sell it quickly at the highest price so the hard…
Impacts of Coronavirus Travel Restrictions on Real Estate Investing
The IOC recently made the decision to push back the Tokyo 2020 summer Olympics to 2021. As countries around the globe continue to adjust in response to the COVI…
The Reality Behind Reality Fix-and-Flip T.V. Shows
If you had a dollar for every fix and flip reality T.V. series out there, you might not need the income potential associated with real estate investing at all. …
The 70% rule: An Introduction to fix-and-flip Investing
The seventy percent after repair value (ARV) rule-of-thumb is a widely referenced calculation in the real estate investment industry—and for good reason. The fo…
The Secret to successfully identifying and buying distressed residential homes
Real estate investors are always keeping an eye out for a great deal. One of the best markets to find an investment opportunity with an above-average return on …
4 Crucial Details Not to Overlook When Talking to Motivated Sellers
All successful real estate investors share a common trait: they’re sticklers when it comes to the details. They know which facts and statistics will matter in t…
Top 5 Insights to Take Your Fix-and-Flip Business to the Next Level
When it comes to the real estate investment industry, you’d be hard-pressed to find a trendier niche than fix-and-flip properties. Despite the undeniable popula…