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“Buy land, they’re not making it anymore.” That’s the famous quote that’s attributed to Mark Twain. Even then, he recognized the benefits of investing in real estate. Land is a scarce commodity. It’s not something that you can create or manufacture. You can place improvements on the land to increase the value, but that’s it. That’s one reason why real estate is a smart investment. It’s also a great opportunity to build wealth and security at a time when things seem too volatile. Read on to learn about the benefits of real estate investing and how you can get started.

It’s no secret that as we age, it becomes more difficult to perform everyday tasks, or manage the home. However, smart technology has become especially beneficial for seniors, as it opens up the opportunity to perform tasks, maintain independence, and ultimately stay living comfortably and safe within your own home. If you or a loved one are considering smart devices to utilize at home, read up on some of the most beneficial below!

With home prices stagnating in 2019, many owners are wondering what 2020 and beyond might bring. Worries around potential recessions are driving people to put their houses on the market in hopes of seizing their best chance to earn big profits. As those sellers start down the path towards prepping their houses, hiring agents and making necessary repairs, the thought of casting that effort aside and just selling to a cash buyer always comes up. Cash buyers are people that make offers on homes without the help of a lender. These people are almost always investors but can be non-investment buyers that are cash-rich and are hoping to move a deal along. There are a lot of possible advantages of selling your house to a cash buyer. Here are 7 of them:

Most people know how stressful it can be to buy a home. A large percentage of people are actually reduced to tears during their first home-buying experience. But what people don't always realize is that selling a home is every bit as stressful. It can lead to people making crucial mistakes when they're trying to sell properties. You should avoid these mistakes at all costs if you're in the process of trying to sell a property at the moment. Here are 10 common mistakes that should be on your radar.

Your lease is up in a couple of months and you are ready for a change. You've always wanted to live in Colorado, but is now the right time to buy property there? Throngs of people are migrating to Colorado every year! At the end of 2018, the United States Census Bureau released a report showing Colorado with the 7th highest growth rate in the country! Something must be drawing so many people to buy property in Colorado. If you want to move to Colorado this year, there are some things you should know about the Colorado real estate market before you start putting in offers. Keep reading to learn our top predictions for the real estate market in Colorado over the next year!

It’s impossible to predict when disaster might strike. With storm cycles around the country getting worse and worse, there’s a higher chance than ever that your home might be impacted in a serious way. While you can’t predict when a disaster might occur, you can be prepared. It’s essential that you and your family know the steps to take following a serious storm so that you can jump right into action. The steps you take following a flooding situation can be key to ensuring the future safety of your family, your home, and your general well being. Read on, and we’ll talk you through a number of important things you should know about recovering with a flooded house.

Mexico boasts a multi-trillion dollar economy which inched upwards by over 2% in 2018. As the area continues to come into itself as a global powerhouse, many United States real estate professionals are wondering if the country's capital, Mexico City, represents an investment opportunity. The answer to the question, in our opinion, is yes! Time to Invest in Mexico City Mexico City is showing many tells from both a real-estate and governance perspective which hint that its relatively middling growth is likely to turn into something substantial over the next decade. If you're on the fence as to whether or not buy up Mexico City real estate, here are 7 reasons why you should consider making the leap!

In today’s world, so many businesses thrive on one funding system or the other. For some, it is their personal savings (life savings) being injected into a new business venture. Others use means such as credit cards, angel investors, loans, line of credit, factoring, purchase order funding, crowdfunding, SBA loans, microloans, and so on. You cannot rule out family and friends that can be of financial help one way or the other. Finding capital for your business can be a very challenging mission. It requires determination and patience, or you may end up getting frustrated and giving up too soon. You need to learn about the various ways you can get funding for whatever purpose. Your research should lead you through a learning process about debt instruments.

Moving away can feel scary and worrisome, but when life changes or financial opportunities happen, sometimes it's the only thing that makes sense. If you are thinking about pulling up stakes and moving yourself and your family, there are several considerations to think about before deciding where to move. For more information that you should consider before deciding on a new area to call home, check out this simple guide!

Inheriting a property can often come at an emotional time. It may also add complications to your life that you could do without. These range from tax issues to simply having the everyday responsibilities which go with owning a property. If the home you've inherited feels like a challenging inconvenience, then the sensible thing to do may be to sell it. Here's everything you need to know about selling inherited property.