Property Investment Mistakes

Avoid common mistakes made buy property investors by doing your research. One of the best ways to reach your financial goals is through property investing but only if you buy right.

What Are REITS (Real Estate Investment Trusts)?

Created in 1960 by the U.S. Congress, real estate investment trusts, or REITs, allow you to invest in property without the problems associated with owning actual bricks and mortar. It is a collective investment system in which investors money is pooled into a trust to invest in property shares in much the same way that a mutual fund invests in stocks.

Investing in Lots in Gated Communities - Understand the Added Risks

Investing in lots in one of Florida's private (gated) communities exposes speculators to additional risks. Association fees, deed restrictions, and club memberships will increase carrying costs and can reduce selling flexibility.

SALE -30% Off Property? - UK Property Investment

A whole industry has developed in the buy-to-let market that appears to inflate the price of property and then sell it at a 'discount.' This practice where developers often using specialist broker companies target investors with claims of 10,15 and 20% discounts. How does that work?

Investment Versus Debt - UK Landlords

According to the latest newspaper headlines Britain has a debt epidemic and what is more it's growing. More than 5,300 people a day are seeking advice on their financial situation. The Citizens Advice Bureau dealt with a staggering 1.4 million debt problems last year - 11% up on the previous 12 months and double the figure just eight years ago. However, as landlords we shouldn't be scared of taking on debt. Spending money on holidays, cars, flash clothes is pure consumption. Nobody buys a new suit or a car thinking they will secure an income from it or indeed sell it at a profit somewhere down the line.

Buy to Let Mortgages Explained - UK Landlords

You're lucky! The U.K. has one of the most competitive and flexible mortgage markets in the world. There is certainly no shortage of choice. Let me set about explaining the options available to UK Property Investors.

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) - UK Landlords

A break down of the rules on Capital Gains Tax - specifically in relation to UK Propety Investment.

Investing in Condos

Once you make the decision to invest in real estate, you have to figure out the type of property you want to focus on. There is something to be said for condos.

Find a Solid Rental Lease

Having a strong, binding tenant agreement is one of the most important pieces of paperwork a landlord can have. Read the following article to gain a better understanding where one can find a lease most suited to their needs.

Investment Property Hot Spot - Berlin

Bagging a bargain in beautiful Berlin.

Marketing for Real Estate Investors - 4 Marketing Tips to Put Your Real Estate Business on Steroids

Many real estate investors simply do not pay enough attention to their marketing. You don't have to have a huge budget to start a marketing plan. But if you don't market, it will definitely cost you money.

Buy Property in the Greek Islands - An Afforable Piece of Paradise

Although not usually known, there are over 1000 islands in the Republic of Greece, and literally hundreds that provide an opportunity to purchase real estate in one of the world’s most beautiful locations, so when buying property in the GREEK islands there is a vast choice of beautiful locations. This article considers some of practicalities of buying property in the Greek islands and how to acquire you own piece of paradise.

Overseas Off Plan Property - Avoid the Rip Off

Buying off plan property abroad can be very profitable business so profitable in fact investors can lose thier sense of caution. I explain how to avoid the scams and the questions to aske when buying off plan property abroad