Author: Ben Lovro

5 Hacks Property Investors Can Use When Buying A Property In Columbia

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Buying a property in Columbia? Use these hacks that property investors use to save time and money when buying a Columbia home. Buying a piece of real estate is a huge financial decision. The thought process can be much different than when buying a property for yourself. Seasoned investors utilize specific tools and strategies to … Continued

5 Steps To Buying Rental Properties In Columbia

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Considering buying rental properties in Columbia? Here are the basic steps: Step 1. Why Rental Properties Before buying rental properties in Columbia, SC, ask yourself: what is my goal with the property? Will I be renovating and reselling the property? Will I hold the property long term and collect rental income? Will I live in … Continued

5 Ways To Quickly Get A Down Payment for Columbia Real Estate

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Looking to purchase a house right now? Here are some ways to quickly get a down payment for Columbia real estate.  Low Down Payment Mortgages There are a few programs to help first time home buyers that require very little down payment in regards to the total purchase price. This option will get you to … Continued

5 Things To Know About Investing in Multi-Family Properties in Columbia

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When looking for your real estate niche, one good option is to invest in multi-family real estate in Columbia. In this post, we offer a few things investors should be aware of before buying duplexes, quads, or an apartment building in Columbia.  Do you want to diversify your real estate portfolio? Investing in multi-family properties … Continued

5 Ways To Know A Columbia Property Will Be A Bad Investment

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Earning dependable passive income through your property investment is the mark of success. In order to be passive, this means very little to none of your time is spent performing daily tasks to earn the income. When you’re investing in property there are 5 ways to know a Columbia property will be a bad investment … Continued

How To Give Investment Real Estate As A Gift In Columbia

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The gift of investment real estate is life-changing. It might be your son or daughter’s opportunity to retire early or build a great college fund for their own children. As of 2019, the IRS Gift and Estate Tax Exemption Amount states that any one person can gift another person up to $15,000 tax-free. Also, you … Continued

How To Diversify Your Investment Portfolio In Columbia

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As an investor, you know that it is important to diversify your investment portfolio. In this post, we will give you some tips on the best ways to do it. Smart diversification is paramount to any successful real estate portfolio. Just like you don’t put al lof your eggs in one basket, you don’t put … Continued

5 Steps To Buying Vacant Land In Columbia

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Considering buying vacant land in Columbia? Here are the steps to follow: Step 1. Why Land Before buying vacant land in Columbia, SC, ask yourself: what is my goal with land? Will I be reselling the land after my purchase? Am I looking to build on this land? If so, what am I going to … Continued

6 Things You Should Do To Successfully Flip Houses in Columbia

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Flipping real estate is a growing form of investment. There is something alluring to purchasing property, renovating it, selling the property for a nice profit, and making enough from the sale to more than cover renovation expenses. You’ve set a budget and have a business plan and you’re ready to invest in a property… you … Continued

5 Mistakes Real Estate Investors Make in Columbia

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Do you want to invest in Columbia real estate? If so, here are 5 mistakes real estate investors make and what you can do to avoid them! As always, reach out to us if you have any questions!  The truth is, anyone can get started with real estate investment. However, there is often a learning … Continued

6 Tips To Be A Great Columbia Landlord When You Live Out of State

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Having rental properties is a great way to have a steady monthly income. Beginning real estate investors typically stick to rental properties in their own area because they are familiar with the market and can easily check on their properties and make some repairs if necessary. Once you have enough experience and the means to … Continued