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7 Tips for Aspiring Landlords

Posted by Stephen Butterfield // April 11, 2016

Landlords

The title “landlord” dates back to the 15th century, when it was used to describe the elite, fur-clad members of feudal society who grew rich by functioning as supreme ruler of the tenants who occupied their land. Today, being a “landlord” can still conjure up images of grandeur, but times have changed since the 15th […]


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4 Lessons to Note from Your Neighbor’s Home Sale

Posted by Stephen Butterfield // April 4, 2016

Neighbor’s Home Sale

Neighborly support doesn’t have to end when one neighbor decides to sell his home and move. Instead, a neighbor who has recently sold a home may be your best friend in the neighborhood. Whether you are anticipating selling your own home soon or just storing away knowledge for the future, you can learn a lot […]


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Pros & Cons to Buying in a High Foreclosure Area (Part 2)

Posted by Stephen Butterfield // March 21, 2016

Foreclosure

Our last post covered the positives to buying in a high foreclosure area. They include everything from purchasing properties at a steep discount to realizing quick equity gains to helping support and regrow the local community. This post will highlight some of the risks involved. The Negatives Be Ready for Competition The fact that these […]


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Pros & Cons to Buying in a High Foreclosure Area (Part 1)

Posted by Stephen Butterfield // March 7, 2016

Foreclosure

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your life; it can also be one of the most time consuming processes you can take on. This means you need to do as much research as you can before you get started. One of the first decisions you will make is […]


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How to Set the Right Price for Your Home

Posted by Stephen Butterfield // February 22, 2016

listing price

Finding the right price for your home is one of the most important aspects of selling it. Take your time to find a price that fits the home, fits your market, and leaves you feeling like you made a great decision. But how do you find this right price? Here are a few key tips […]


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Write a Home Listing Buyers Can’t Resist

Posted by Stephen Butterfield // February 8, 2016

Home Listing

Creating a great first impression is important in many aspects of life; when it comes to selling your home, this is no different. The goal of your home listing is to create a snapshot of your home that makes someone want to see it in person. There are a number of different ways to do […]


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A Path to Higher Profit Margins for Your REI Company

Posted by Stephen Butterfield // January 25, 2016

higher profit margins

Saving money is a goal all business owners have for their company; real estate is no different. The first step to higher profit margins begins with making your company more financially fit. Below are five ways to get your REI company healthier in 2016. Go Digital Online companies are very popular in today’s very digital […]


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Getting Started in Real Estate Investing

Posted by Stephen Butterfield // January 11, 2016

Real Estate Investing

Even if you are new to real estate investing you can still be successful. As with most endeavors, education and information are the keys to doing this. With a few steps you can turn your new real estate investing career into a profitable enterprise. Know Your Financial Status The number one thing to know when […]


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Factors to Consider for a Competitive Offer

Posted by Stephen Butterfield // December 28, 2015

Competitive Offer

As a prospective homebuyer, you need to mentally prepare yourself for the likelihood that you will make offers and they will be rejected. What happens when you find the home of your dreams, and losing is simply not an option? Here are a few factors you want to consider when making a competitive offer and […]


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First-Time Buyers: Make Sense of the Home Buying Process

Posted by Stephen Butterfield // December 14, 2015

home buying process

Because of what is involved in the home buying process, buying a home is rarely a decision made overnight. However, most homebuyers begin casually looking before they get serious about it. Before beginning the home buying process there are a few points to consider. Buying a home takes more time and research than anything else […]


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