Investing
Page 1 of 10Why Invest in Real Estate in 2025? Top 9 Benefits
An economic downturn provides many opportunities that are nearly impossible for the average investor to take advantage of in a good economy. To help you educate your clients, I’m going to share my most persuasive reasons why investing in real estate right now makes sense.
How Much Does It Cost to Flip a House? Budgeting Tips & More
Flipping houses is a worthwhile investment in the long run, but it’s necessary to figure out how much it’ll cost to ensure you’re profiting from your efforts.
The 6 Best Hard Money Lenders of 2025 (+ Interest Rates & Fees)
Choosing the best hard money lender for your investment project can be tricky. We did the research that will guide you to the best financing options for your particular needs.
How to Write a Real Estate Investment Business Plan in 12 Steps
Buying your first investment property is an incredible thrill, but whether you want to fix and flip or buy and hold, you need to have a solid real estate investment business plan.
Career Path
all in Career Path →The Top 9 Real Estate Agent Skills of Successful Agents
Everyone seems to have a different opinion on which skills will actually translate to agent success in 2023. We’ll walk you through the nine skills we learned to build our own careers in real estate and how you can bolster them in your own business.
10 Real Estate Mastermind Groups Every Agent Should Join Today
These days, a lot of “secret” mastermind groups now have tens of thousands of members, but only a handful of posts per month. That’s why we decided to dig a little deeper and find active groups where agents are sharing tips, tricks, memes, referrals, or just a shoulder to cry on when a deal goes south.
13 Jobs You Can Get With a Real Estate License
Did you know that a real estate license opens the door to a number of different careers?
The 25 Best Books for Real Estate Agents
These 28 real estate books will help you gain valuable insights, expand your knowledge, and transform your mindset and career in 2022.
Enterprise Budgeting
all in Enterprise Budgeting →The Average Real Estate Broker Salary for Every State
Figuring out how much money a typical real estate broker makes is like trying to catch lightning in a bottle. But we’ve got some great tools and information to break it all down.
9 Common Mistakes New Broker-Owners Make (+ How to Avoid Them)
Establishing a solid foundation for your brokerage is not just a recommendation—it's the key to long-term sustainability. By understanding these nine essential aspects, you can position yourself as a trusted broker and ensure the growth and viability of your new business.
How to Estimate Real Estate Brokerage Expenses
Want to open your own brokerage? Let's get your budget in order! We break each cost category down, explain it in detail, and help you estimate your revenue and complete your accounting plan.
Foreclosures
all in Foreclosures →How Smart Investors Decipher & Respond to Real Estate Market Cycles
If you want to become a savvy real estate investor, you need to know what market stage your area is in or entering.
The 11 Best Real Estate Prospecting Letter Templates
Check out our comprehensive list of letter templates to send to buyers, FSBOs, owners of expired listings, and more. Plus we share actionable tips you can use to write your own lead-generating copy.
Property Marketing
all in Property Marketing →The Best 6 Real Estate AI Tools for 2025
More and more software companies are integrating AI into their services, making the lives of real estate agents all over the world easier and more efficient. When agents aren’t bogged down by all the mundane tasks of running a business, they can focus on building relationships with potential clients.
ChatGPT for Real Estate: The Complete Guide for Agents
New to the idea of using ChatGPT in your business? Have no fear! Learn what it is, what it isn't, and how to create prompts to get some of your time back to focus on the tasks that will scale your real estate business.
Top 10 Spine-chilling Real Estate Halloween Marketing Ideas
Fall is typically a great time to focus on a few marketing strategies to refill your pipeline after the busy summer rush. And Halloween presents a bone-chilling opportunity to scare up clients with some creepy-crawly fun.
30 Open House Ideas That Will Actually Get You Leads
If you use the right tools, focus on making people feel truly welcome, and learn some simple scripts and strategies, open houses can still be a fantastic way for new and even experienced agents to generate leads.
Rentals
all in Rentals →How to Make Money as a Real Estate Agent: 11 Strategies to Earn More
It’s been rough out there lately, but don't worry—I've got your back! I’ll share nine awesome tips on how to make money as a real estate agent, even when things aren't exactly booming.
8 Red-hot Real Estate Niches That Can Double Your GCI
Learn how to take advantage of today’s historic market shifts. When looking for a niche to optimize your marketing strategies and recession-proof your real estate business, it’s important to keep in mind those who are most likely to need your services.
Short Sales
all in Short Sales →How to Start an Airbnb Business in 7 Steps
Seeing how Airbnb has revolutionized how people travel and invest in real estate, the thought of starting an Airbnb business must have crossed your mind dozens of times.
How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate: A Beginner’s Guide
Investing in commercial real estate is a fantastic way to boost your portfolio, especially if you want to move beyond stocks and residential properties.
How to Wholesale Real Estate: The Ultimate Guide
Real estate wholesaling is a cost-effective way to start investing if you have limited funds and want fast returns without dealing with costly renovations or tenants.
Security Deposit Return Letter Guide (+ Free Templates)
A security deposit return letter is vital for landlords because it shows the property’s condition when a tenant moves out, lists any deductions for damages, and acts as proof of the money return process.
How to Evict a Tenant in 7 Steps (+ Free Eviction Notices)
Evicting a tenant will never be anyone’s favorite task and is one of the most challenging aspects of being a landlord.
How to Find Rent-to-Own Homes: An Investor Guide
If you’re looking to buy a home but have financial concerns or hesitations about bank loans, choosing the rent-to-own path is a great option, as opposed to the traditional mortgage path.