How to be a Successful Landlord
Table of contents Finding & Securing the Right Property Auditing Tenant Screening & Application Processes Become a Proactive Landlord Maintain a Positive Tenant / Landlord Relationship Finance of America Commercial: The Capital Partner of Successful Landlords Frequently Asked Questions With home costs continuing to rise and U.S. housing affordability at an all-time low, many of […]
What Makes a Good Long-Term Rental Property?
Table of contents Evaluating Local Market Conditions Rental Laws & Regulations Frequently Asked Questions Real estate investing remains one of the most efficient ways to create passive income and build long-term wealth. With housing affordability nearing an all-time low in the U.S., today’s consumers are renting over purchasing homes. Market saturation and rent increases–3.2% from […]
Should You Refinance Your Long-term Rental Property When Rates Drop?
Table of contents When to Refinance a Mortgage on a Rental Property Lower loan interest rate and monthly payments The Downsides of Refinancing Rental Property Loans Finance of America Commercial: Your Long-Term Rental Property Capital Partner Frequently Asked Questions After multiple rate hikes over the past four years, the Federal Reserve (Fed) began dropping rates […]
Rental Investing: Investing Locally vs. Across State Lines
Table of contents The Pros of Staying Local Considerations The Benefits of Out-of-State Rental Investing Challenges of Out-of-State Rental Investing Keys to Rental Investing Success Financing Your Rental Investments with Finance of America Commercial Frequently Asked Questions Rental investing can be a highly profitable yet complicated endeavor. While the benefits far outweigh the obstacles, navigating […]
How to Utilize Rental Portfolio Blanket Loans
Table of contents What is a Blanket Loan? The Benefits of Blanket Loans for Rental Property Financing Less Property & Capital Limitations Finding the Right Rental Portfolio Blanket Loan Partner Frequently Asked Questions Finding multiple capital sources to finance several properties can prove challenging for real estate investors looking to grow their rental investment portfolio. […]
Stabilized Bridge Loan Options: Investment Strategies for Builders & Landlords
Table of contents What is a Bridge Loan? How Does a Bridge Loan Work for Builders & Landlords Bridge Loan Examples for Builders & Landlords Finding the Right Stabilized Bridge Loan Partner Frequently Asked Questions In the past, bridge loans were synonymous with consumer purchases, helping homebuyers leverage the equity in their current home for […]
How to Estimate Market Rent Before Investing
Table of contents Tools & Resources to Determine Fair Market Rent Local MLS & Real Estate Marketplaces Public Data & Government Resources Increasing Market Rent & Profits Frequently Asked Questions For investors, higher market rents often equal higher rental income and returns. That is why identifying profitable rental markets is essential to investment success. The […]
Managing an Investment Property: Self-Managing vs. Hiring a Property Manager
Table of contents Self-Managing a Rental Property Hiring a Rental Property Management Company The Cons Frequently Asked Questions With home prices nearly 50% higher than in 2020, according to a report from Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, consumers continue to flock to the rental market–along with savvy investors and entrepreneurs. While long-term rental properties […]
Navigating HOA Rental Rules as Landlords
Table of contents The Benefits of HOA Rental Properties HOA Rental Rules: Why They Matter… Tips for Navigating HOA Rental Rules & Regulations Finding HOA Rental Investment Success Finding the Right Financing for Your HOA Rental Property Frequently Asked Questions For long-term investors, investing in HOA rental properties can help boost rent while simplifying property […]
Single-Family vs. Multifamily Investments: Which Performs Better Long-Term?
Table of contents Single-Family Homes vs. Multi-Family Homes Multifamily Rental Properties The Differences Between Single-Family vs. Multifamily Investment Properties Pros & Cons of Single-family vs. Multifamily Real Estate Investments Multifamily Investing Single-Family vs. Multifamily Investments: Which One is Right for You? Frequently Asked Questions With single-family homes accounting for 67% of the homes in the […]