Bridge loans for investment properties: What you need to know

Bridge loans offer investors a quick and flexible way to finance an investment property, but they come with some disadvantages, writes Luke Babich, chief sales officer at Clever Real Estate. Continue reading

9 pros and cons: Are mobile home parks a smart investment in 2023?

Is investing in a mobile home park — a designated lot for communities of mobile or manufactured homes — truly lucrative? Clever Real Estate’s Luke Babich looks at the benefits and disadvantages. Continue reading

How to use real estate tax credits to boost your investment returns

Real estate tax credits are incentives provided by governments and municipalities to encourage investment in certain types of real estate projects. Here’s how to take advantage. Continue reading

Allowing pets in your rental units: Pros and cons

There are many benefits and risks to consider before listing your property. If you’re on the fence about whether or not to allow pets in your rental units, here are the factors you should consider. Continue reading

6 things landlords need to know before breaking a lease

A signed lease is a binding legal agreement that can’t be broken — except in the few exceptions when it can. Here are some common scenarios to watch for as a landlord or a real estate investor. Continue reading

5 tips for expanding the size of your investment portfolio

The best way to grow your real estate income is to increase your number of property holdings. But what’s the best way to go about increasing your portfolio, and how do you know if you’re making the right choices? Continue reading

7 questions to ask yourself before becoming a landlord in 2023

Investing in rental properties is one of the most dependable methods of building wealth. You give yourself the best chance of success when you know exactly what you’re getting into. Continue reading

It’s time to take millennial homebuyers seriously. Here’s how to win them over

Expert Luke Babich shares his best advice for agents who are looking to build relationships with millennial homebuyers. Your marketing messages should be different for each audience, and these tips should help you connect quickly for optimal results wi… Continue reading

Make sure your buyers know these 10 things before closing

It’s closing day, and the hard work is over right? Marketing expert, Luke Babich, says not so fast and reminds agents to make sure that their clients are prepared to sign on the dotted line Continue reading