1 10, 2021

3 Things to Remember When Renovating a Historic Home

2021-09-19T00:52:47-04:00October 1st, 2021|Categories: Home Improvements, How To, Real Estate, Remodeling Tips, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , |

If you’re renovating a historic home you probably won’t approach the process in the same way you would a newer property, especially if you want to appeal to buyers who are looking for homes that are true to their era. So remember these three things when renovating a historic home. Do Your Research In order to stay true to the spirit of your historic home it’s best to get an understanding of the era, style, and characteristics that define it. So take inventory of your property’s history, features, and details so you can make decisions about how to best maintain

11 09, 2021

3 Tips for Planting Trees on Your Flip Property

2021-09-12T05:21:21-04:00September 11th, 2021|Categories: How To|Tags: , , , , |

It’s time to come up with a landscape design for your flip house. You don’t want to spend a ton of cash, so you’ve got to be strategic about what you plant, where you plant it, and how you plant it to get the most bang for your buck, and—of course—to impress buyers. Since trees can be an expensive investment you want to do things right. Consider these three tips for planting trees that we’ve summarized for you below from Better Homes & Gardens. Location, Location, Location When planting a large species avoid positioning it too closely to your house

16 08, 2021

3 Surefire Ways to Spot Distressed Properties

2021-08-11T19:44:46-04:00August 16th, 2021|Categories: How To|Tags: , , , |

If you’re a real estate investor who’s just getting into the game, you’ve probably read quite a bit about distressed properties and why they’re an attractive option – but how can you find these places? This guide gives you three tips to help you find the best deals. 3 Surefire Ways to Spot Distressed Properties Other than driving around and looking for “For Sale by Owner” signs, scouring the MLS or visiting distressed property websites (which are all great strategies), there are three other ways to dig for distressed properties: Search county tax records Look at local court records Network

22 07, 2021

3 More Things to Consider Before Replacing the Garage Door of Your Flip

2021-07-21T00:22:08-04:00July 22nd, 2021|Categories: Flipping, Home Upgrades, How To, Selling|Tags: , , , |

The garage door of your flip house has seen better days—several dents, dings, and scratches ago. It works well, but replacing it for aesthetics is a must before you go to put it on the market. Consider these three things, though, before you swap it out for a new one. Climate  If your flip is located in a part of the country that frequently receives hurricane-force winds, your new garage door must satisfy wind-load reinforcement requirements in order to prevent accidents. These requirements can be specific to each state, so you should refer to your local codes to make sure

16 07, 2021

3 Things to Consider Before Replacing the Garage Door of Your Flip

2021-07-13T19:20:58-04:00July 16th, 2021|Categories: Flipping, Home Upgrades, How To, Selling, Tips|Tags: , , , , |

Most people replace their garage door because they don’t like the way it looks, or because it no longer works, or perhaps because they want to install an automatic door opener. As a house flipper, your reasons may be all of the above. Whatever your reason, consider these three things before you replace the garage door of your flip. It can bring a good return on investment According to Remodeling magazine, replacing your garage door can fetch a substantial return on investment—to the tune of almost 94 percent. It can also help improve the resale value of your property. A

11 07, 2021

How Can an Easement Affect Your Property Rights and Renovations?

2021-07-13T19:15:02-04:00July 11th, 2021|Categories: Flipping, Home Improvements, How To, Real Estate, Selling, Tips|Tags: , , |

Sellers are legally required to report easements attached to their property, so you should be made aware if one exists on your prospective flip house by the time you have a purchase agreement, or even sooner. Examples of easements, and how they could affect your renovations If your potential flip house comes with an easement, you must abide by its rules. For instance, if you bought a property along a public beach, and it had an easement on your yard to allow neighbors to gain access to the beach, legally you would have to allow them passage. Along the same

27 06, 2021

5 Real Estate Investing Mistakes to Avoid, According to a Guru Investor

2021-06-22T06:14:39-04:00June 27th, 2021|Categories: Flipping, How To, Income, Investing|Tags: , , , , |

If you’re new to house flipping sometimes you simply may not know what you don’t know. The more you become a student of the industry, and listen to sound advice from the pros, the better your chances of success. In an April interview with Yahoo!Finance real estate agent and investor Mindy Jensen—recognized by GOBankingRates as one of Money’s Most Influential—offers some warnings and advice for novice flippers. We’ve summarized some key takeaways you should know. Flipping Mistakes to Avoid Not crunching the numbers: Make sure there is a large enough profit margin on a project so you are poised for

22 06, 2021

2 More Ways to Make Your Roof a Selling Point

2021-06-22T06:05:51-04:00June 22nd, 2021|Categories: Curb Appeal, Home Improvements, Home Upgrades, How To, Tips|Tags: , , |

Random homebuyer: “The house was beautiful, but I really fell in love with the shingles!”  While you may never hear that sentence uttered by a homebuyer, the condition of a home’s roof is still a key consideration in a sale, and it can make or break a deal. Consider these two ways to help make the roof of your flip a selling point, according to HomeLight. Advertise your new roof. Even though it's currently a seller's market, your flip is still competing with other homes in your area. Anything you can do to make your property stand apart from the

16 06, 2021

5 Benefits of a Steel Entry Door for Your Flip

2021-06-13T20:56:37-04:00June 16th, 2021|Categories: Flipping, Home Improvements, Home Upgrades, How To, Investing, Real Estate, Remodeling Tips, Tips|Tags: , , , , , |

Entry doors can help convey the personality of your flip and give buyers an idea of what’s to come inside. Whether your door has a traditional panel front with sidelights, or a more contemporary design, it is a key component of curb appeal.  If the wood front door of your flip needs to be replaced, think about swapping it out for a steel door. Here are five benefits to consider. Security A steel door can offer a higher level of security over many wooden doors, and due to a typical construction of 24-gauge steel, its thickness and weight make it

11 06, 2021

2 More Bathroom Remodeling Trends to Look for This Year, According to New Poll

2021-06-07T18:23:07-04:00June 11th, 2021|Categories: Home Improvements, Home Upgrades, How To, Real Estate, Realtors, Remodeling Tips, Selling, Tips|Tags: , , , |

Whether you're in the planning stages of the design for your new flip, or you've already begun to tear down walls, if you want an insider’s look at bathroom designs that will resonate with buyers this year you'll definitely want to take a moment to read further. In its annual poll of top interior designers and home improvement professionals, Fixr.com, a home improvement website, sought to gain insight into bathroom remodeling trends expected to emerge this year. The poll included 68 individuals who were chosen based on expertise, establishment in the industry, and overall industry impact. We’ve summarized Fixr’s findings below. Black

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