Investment Properties Archives - J.P. Cook

Wouldn’t it be better to pull your muscle attempting to catch a foul ball instead of shoveling a foot of snow? Knowing there are 13 spring training baseball games being played across the state of Florida and in the Phoenix area makes today’s wintry mess up and down the East Coast even more cruel. It

Thinking About Buying a ‘Fixer Upper’? Here’s What You Need to Know

February 2, 2017

Buying A Home, Home Buyer Tips, Upgrades and Renovations

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With all of the home renovation and fixer-upper shows on television, the idea of completely renovating and re-doing an old home can seem like an enticing premise. Unfortunately, investing in the wrong fixer-upper can mean an awful lot of expenditure without the added financial rewards. Whether you’re considering investing down the road or are ready

The Pros and Cons of a Getting Mortgage without Marriage

January 11, 2017

Mortgage Tips

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There was a time when a higher percentage of people were married before they committed to buying a home together, but it’s a lot more common to invest in a home together as friends, partners, roommates or just as an investment property for financial gain. If you’re considering the commitment of a mortgage without being married,

How Will AirBnB and Home Sharing Affect Your Neighborhood?

January 2, 2017

Housing Market, Rentals

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Regulated Home Sharing Begins in Arizona A new law aimed at regulating short term rentals in Arizona through venues like Airbnb and others went into effect on January 1, 2017. Arizona isn’t the first state to try to get a handle on how to regulate the sharing economy. Instead of taking a heavy-handed regulatory approach,

Do You Own an Income Property? Here Are Four Tips for Finding Great Tenants

November 23, 2016

Investment Properties

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Trusting another individual with your property can be nerve-wracking because it’s difficult to gauge how well they’ll care for their home from a viewing and rental application alone. However, there are several steps you can take to help ensure that you select responsible tenants that will take good care for your property while they live

3 Ways That You Can Leverage Mortgage Financing to Build a Real Estate Investment Portfolio

November 22, 2016

Mortgage Tips

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Real estate may be one of the most important things that you will ever invest in, but it can also be a useful means of increasing your financial well-being. If you’re getting into the real estate game and are wondering how you can make use of investing in homes to improve your net worth, here

Investing in a Vacation Property? Learn What You’ll Need to Have to Get A Mortgage Approved

October 3, 2016

Investment Properties

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With approximately one million people having purchased vacation homes in the last year, this type of residence is gaining popularity for those who are interested in a home in a beach setting or a vacation hot spot. However, while a second home can seem like a great purchase and solid investment opportunity, there are different

Real Estate Investing: 3 Insider Tips to Winning House, Land or Foreclosure Auctions

September 5, 2016

Home Buyer Tips

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House, land and foreclosure auctions can be one of the most nerve-wracking ways to buy a property. However, if you prepare yourself with proven bidding tactics, auctions can be a great way to purchase your dream home at a competitive price. If you’re in-it-to-win-it, familiarize yourself with these top three tips and tricks before attending

Real Estate Investing: How to Find Great Deals on Undeveloped Lots with Big Potential

August 30, 2016

Home Buyer Tips

Purchasing a plot of land can be one of the best investments to make. A landowner has great (but not unlimited) freedom in how to develop their plot, and land never expires so its potential is essentially infinite. That said, buying undeveloped or vacant land can be risky business, so read on to find tips on purchasing a plot.