Through the last quarter of 2018, the Federal Reserve increased interest rates by 25 basis points; pushing it to the highest rates recorded since 2008. The ripple effect of this activity was felt across the real estate industry. Inflation coupled with higher interest rates resulted...
A recent NAR report, commercial real estate investments in the US topped $152.7 billion in 2018, a 17% increase from 2017. The stats reveal that commercial real estate has been an attractive investment, even during market fluctuations. The NCREIF index shows the average annual returns of...
We live in a world of specialization. There are legal, medical, engineering and many other specialists. These experts spend a significant amount of time and intense study to become well-versed in their fields. This sometimes creates a blind spot when it comes to investing for...
There is no surprise that some of the top questions we get today are “how will rising interest rates impact my investment in multifamily” and should we get out of real estate before “what”? The answer nobody really wants to hear is, “it depends”. Now...
Passive income is great at almost any level, but true passive income still needs your continuous education and attention to manage it. Today I see people preparing to retire with pensions, investments, or mutual fund dividends that they know little about. I do not know anyone...
What metrics are important in commercial real estate investing and what is important when considering a Return on Investment? Maybe a better question is how much money you can expect to yield on that investment if the following metrics were presented to you for an...
Real estate investments are a great way to grow wealth. And knowing the advantages of different types of real estate investments means you can get the best possible return. When it comes to residential real estate investment, many investors may be tempted to steer toward...
Among investors, commercial real estate is becoming a popular asset to help bolster portfolios - especially since it often outperforms other assets like stocks and bonds. To understand exactly what that umbrella term means, we’re taking a closer look at the main types of commercial...
