No Deals on the MLS? Think again.
The MLS or platforms like Redfin or Realtor.com enable investors to access property listings from across the nation. However, having access to millions of listings can be daunting and make it difficult to find advantageous deals rather than dead ends. To truly utilize the MLS for your real estate investing business, you need an edge. […]
How Does a Bridge Loan Work for Real Estate Investors?
Real estate investors often require quick financing solutions to seize opportunities in the competitive market. A short-term bridge loan is a popular option that helps investors navigate the gap between buying a property and securing permanent financing, or selling an existing property. But how does a bridge loan work? Read on to learn about the […]
4 Expert Tips for Low Tenant Delinquency Rates
Dominion Management, a property management company based in the Baltimore area that oversees roughly 800 single-family homes, has an exceptionally low delinquency rate – under 5% – compared to the average tenant delinquency of 11%, according to the Census Bureau’s Pulse Survey. They also maintain a long tenancy term of 5-6 years rather than the […]
Rising Risk: The Future of Real Estate Insurance
Insurance costs have been increasing significantly, with an astounding 23% increase in average homeowners insurance premiums between January 2023 and February 2024. This sharp uptick raises some critical questions for real estate investors: Will insurance costs continue to rise? If so, by how much? How will this impact real estate investors and their bottom line? […]
Rate Cut Uncertainty: Assessing the Likelihood of Interest Rate Changes
https://youtu.be/nsmZ7VVgPEg When it comes to real estate investing, few topics evoke as much debate and speculation as interest rates. At the heart of this discourse lies a common theme: uncertainty. This palpable feeling of unpredictability leaves individuals and investors alike on the fence about the trajectory of interest rates and its implications for the broader […]
5 Tips for Commercial Real Estate Investing in 2024
https://youtu.be/Nx58rvTbUyo Dominion’s Craig Fuhr and Jack BeVier interviewed Sentinel founders Dennis Cisterna III and Fred Lewis about commercial real estate investments in today’s market on the RIR Podcast. Mortgage rates are around 7% to 8%, with inflation steady. Many investors are holding off on deals, waiting for lower rates. Sentinel, however, sees opportunity and is […]
Episode 46 | Institutional Ownership: Impact on Housing Affordability and Legislative Challenges
Episode Summary: Legislatures in various states are considering laws to impose restrictions on institutional investors, limiting their ownership of single-family homes. The National Rental Home Council (NRHC), a trade organization advocating for single-family rental operators, is focused on combating negative perceptions of institutional ownership and its impact on housing affordability. However, there is debate on […]
The Great Debate: Are Institutional Buyers a Burden or Boon to Housing Affordability?
https://youtu.be/U_jyN8iTnrM?si=LcSpXIzmRd0Gy5Z0 You’ve no doubt heard the conversation sweeping the nation about whether institutional buyers are bad for housing affordability. Some states are even considering legislation, like California’s Assembly Bill 2584, that would block institutional buyers from acquiring homes over a certain number. This is in response to the belief that entry-level homebuyers are being priced […]
Episode 45 | Protecting Property Rights: Addressing Squatter Issues and Eviction Updates in Maryland
Episode Summary: The conversation focuses on issues with squatters and new laws to support homeowners’ property rights. It also highlights Maryland’s new rule adding extra fees for landlords dealing with late rent cases, making it more costly to manage late payments. The hosts discuss challenges landlords face with squatters and late-paying tenants, exploring how these […]
Episode 44 | Dennis Cisterna – Commercial Real Estate, Undervalued Opportunities, Investment Strategy
Episode Summary: In this episode of the Real Investor Radio podcast, Craig Fuhr and Jack BeVier are joined by Dennis Cisterna III and Fred Lewis from Sentinel Net Lease. They discuss the current state of the office market and the opportunities in net lease investments. Sentinel focuses on office, retail, and industrial properties, with an […]
