There are typically two simple yet distinct options to pick from when an investment property is involved: rent or sell. Should you choose to sell, it is usually considered a solution for the short term, whereas renting is a tactic for long-term investors. Both options have advantages and disadvantages and one could be a wiser...Read More

Part of achieving success as a real estate investor is having a clear-cut list of criteria as you explore the market. While there is certainly a lot more involved in the process, a few essential, well-defined criteria provide a solid foundation to potentially maximize profit and deal with changes. It starts by identifying the type...Read More

If money is required quickly for a much shorter period than a traditional loan, a hard money loan is a viable alternative. Borrowers also prefer a hard money loan, as we have mentioned in the past, when they wish to buy a property for “patch and sell” purposes. Some of the factors surrounding the loan...Read More

Short term rentals have been significantly affected by COVID-19, making it trickier to do effective real estate investing. Many of these properties rely heavily on travel which has largely ground to a halt. To respond to this, it may be worth exploring a change in strategy. For example, right now healthcare professionals remain on the...Read More

Despite the coronavirus concerns, a recent Forbes article presents some interesting observations regarding the southeast Florida real estate market. According to the author, this particular area should see “robust” recovery once the pandemic is over and the economy has stabilized. It’s expected that the demand for housing is likely to recover quicker compared to that...Read More

As COVID-19 puts a strain on economic resources, you may have heard that now is the time to have cash ready to invest properties. Experienced buyers realize that prospects occur during times of crisis, but when searching any of these assets, the wisest ones know that there are challenges to overcome. In a downturn, there...Read More

If you’ve watched any of those flipping shows on television, you may think the flipping is a super simple process. Flipping may be popular but may not always be the best approach. In some cases, buying and holding may reap greater rewards. No investor should proceed with flipping a house without examining the related costs....Read More

With fix and flip properties, time plays a crucial role. In most, if not all cases, the quicker you can flip the property, the greater the profit. How do you go about expediting the process? You may wish to start by creating a team for your fix and flip project. The members of this team...Read More

A common rule of thumb with flipping is ensuring the numbers are as accurate as possible. Right below that is ensuring the job is being managed properly. It’s this second rule where rehabbers sometimes run into trouble as they attempt to stick to the budget while collaborating with contractors. In a perfect scenario, the contractor...Read More

As we continue our efforts to be your one-stop solution for Florida hard money lending needs, we’re continually expanding our presence online and today, we’d like to tell you more about our new sister site. The new Florida Hard Money Lending website is an extension of Monroe Funding Corporation, albeit on a smaller scale. As soon as...Read More