Michael Leafer

3 Deal Breakers When Considering a Fixer-Upper Buying a house that isn’t move-in-ready to renovate can have various advantages. You can get an affordable property requiring little work before flipping or renting it. You may use your construction skills to fix this building, which can be more helpful than finding a complete one or building […]

5 Things You Must Know Before Upgrading Your Home     If you’re like most people, you probably want to focus on flipping or upgrading houses that are in move-in-ready condition. However, sometimes it can be challenging to find a property that meets all of your criteria. It is especially true if you’re looking for […]

4 Ways to Reduce Your Rental Property Holdings In 2022     It’s been a great run, but now it might be time to think about reducing your rental property holdings. Why? Changing mortgage interest rates and low inventory for houses make it increasingly difficult to sell properties at a price that will cover your […]

Pets in Your Properties? Here are the Pros and Cons.     Renting to pet owners might make you wince, but it’s not as bad as you think. Most of the stories we hear come from horrible experiences, not from the general trend of clean, respectable, and rule-abiding renters. There are several advantages to renting […]

Is It Possible to Include the Cost of Repairs and Improvements in Your Mortgage?     The cost of renovating a fixer-upper may rapidly mount. Things might get tight if you’ve already put down a considerable amount of money for the down payment and closing charges. Even if you’re a cash-rich investor, leverage is crucial. […]

What to Expect With Rising Interest Rates Prices in the housing market have been rising since March of 2020. While some investors feel that the prices may be too steep, others are taking the plunge. In 2020 and 2021, low interest rates made buying a more expensive property worth the investment. In the end, this […]

3 Risks of Owning Rental Properties Even With a Comprehensive Property Management Service Using a property management service is a great way to relieve the day-to-day stress of owning a rental property. This is especially true for owners who live outside the area in which they own property. Property management services can also help with […]

How to Navigate Material and Labor Shortages for Real Estate Flipping in 2022. Right now, the construction industry is facing widespread material and labor shortages. From neighborhood developers to individual home flippers, we are all feeling the impact. So how can a home flipper navigate the current shortage landscape for profitable home flip projects in […]

The Smartest Renovation Moves You Can Make for 2022     The housing market is a revolving door of change, and what’s considered valuable or popular now may not have been just a few years ago. Simple days of basic renovations are long gone as buyers demand upgrades based on solar energy, smart technology, and […]

There are many reasons you may want to start downsizing your rental property portfolio. You may find out that you got in over your head, and you are struggling to get the day-to-day tasks done. You may also want to start thinking about retiring, so you can enjoy your golden years. Furthermore, you have made […]