Rental Property Financing: Investor Guide
Building a rental property portfolio is one of the most reliable paths to long-term wealth in real estate. But the gap between knowing that and actually executing it often comes down to three things: understanding which financing tools are available, knowing how much capital you actually need, and being able to evaluate whether a specific […]
Too Much Supply, Too Little Demand? What’s Really Happening in the Sunbelt Housing Markets
Post-pandemic momentum reshaped the Sunbelt, but now builders and investors are facing a different kind of challenge. Over the last few years, few regions saw as much attention, or as much capital, as the Sunbelt. Florida, Texas, and Arizona led the charge, riding high on net migration, pro-growth policies, and a seemingly insatiable appetite for […]
The Buyer Mindset: One Investor’s Secret to Standing Out in a Sea of Flips
With vision and a builder’s mindset, Gerry N., principal of an architecture studio and property development company, brings new-home quality to full-gut remodels. Dominion Financial helped bring it all to life. When Gerry entered the world of fix and flip three years ago, he wasn’t thinking like a seller. He was thinking like a buyer. […]
Section 8 in Transition? What Proposed HUD Changes Could Mean for Real Estate Investors
In recent months, policy discussions out of Washington have introduced uncertainty around the future of the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program, a cornerstone of the affordable housing system in the U.S. For real estate investors, particularly those whose portfolios include voucher-backed leases, these developments merit close attention. Below, we outline the proposed changes, their […]
How to Calculate ROI for Property Flips
Flipping houses can be a goldmine when done right. In 2024, investors earned an average ROI of 29.6% on house flips, pocketing about $72,000 in gross profit per deal. But with that reward comes risk. A home’s location, the strength of the local market, and your ability to manage costs all influence the bottom line. […]
Rising Inventory, Sticky Prices: What’s Really Going On in Overbuilt Markets?
Real estate investors across the country are watching inventory climb in key markets, yet prices aren’t falling. What gives? Nationally, the total number of homes for sale jumped 14.3% YoY in April 2025, reaching the highest level in nearly five years. Historically, a surge in supply like this would trigger price cuts and signal a […]
The Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act: What Real Estate Investors Need to Know
In April, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (AHCIA) was reintroduced to Congress for the sixth time, but this round came with something new: record-setting bipartisan support. The bill strengthens and expands the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), and if it passes, we’re talking about 1.6 million additional affordable homes built or preserved over the […]
Institutional Investors and Single-Family Housing: What to Know
Institutional investors buying single-family homes has become one of the most discussed topics in real estate and one of the most misunderstood. Headlines suggest Wall Street is taking over the housing market. The data tells a more measured story. Institutional investors own less than 5% of the national single-family housing stock. Their participation is cyclical, […]
How to Utilize the Fix-and-Rent Strategy
In real estate, fix-and-flip strategies can deliver quick profits, but building long-term wealth requires a different approach: that’s where the fix-and-rent strategy comes in. You can build a strong, cash-flowing portfolio over time by repairing and renting out properties in desirable areas. Modern renters value updated amenities and well-maintained properties, and if you can spot […]
Navigating FinCEN’s New AML Rules: What Real Estate Investors Need to Know
In August 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) introduced two pivotal rules aimed at enhancing transparency and combating illicit finance in the U.S. real estate and investment sectors. Consequently, these regulations – effective December 1, 2025, and January 1, 2026 – have significant implications for real estate investors and professionals. FinCEN Residential Real Estate […]
