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Properly Insuring Your “Subject To” Property

Bottom Line: If You Own It, You Insure It By Jacqui Price A subject-to deal is a creative investment strategy that involves an investor acquiring a property subject to the existing mortgage, effectively taking over payments to the lender and assuming responsibility for the home. While subject-to deals can offer substantial benefits, including minimal upfront costs and quick closing times, they also may introduce complexities in terms of insurance coverage.

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Keeping Customer Experience on the Radar

How Innovation & Sustainability are Helping Halstead Grow By Carole VanSickle Ellis In the world of flooring, the customer experience never ends. You start with wherever you are standing when you realize you need new flooring, and you’re still going years later when you have to answer the questions:  » “Is this pleasing in my sight?  » “Is my floor functioning properly?  » “Did it provide me with everlasting beauty?

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Opportunities in Single-Family New Construction

Be Picky and Find an Ideal Project in an Ideal Area By Mitchell Zagrodnik In the ever-changing real estate investment space, investors are always on the lookout for potential deals that can help them take advantage of the market and get them the best returns on their investments. Throughout the first half of 2024, the market outlook has been persistently stagnant. Rates do not appear to be dropping anytime soon,

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The Housing Hunger Games

Why Speed Has Never Mattered More By Jason Simpson Anyone keeping a pulse on real estate can likely relate to the famous line from the movie Hunger Games, “May the odds be ever in your favor.” Never has this been truer than in today’s single-family rental (SFR) real estate investment market. As demand for affordable homes surges, investors and individuals alike face extraordinary economic conditions and unforeseen challenges in securing

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Unlocking the Potential

Single Family vs. Multifamily Investments By Jennifer Stoops Investing in rental properties is a strategic move for those seeking to build wealth through real estate. However, the decision between single-family and multifamily units is not a one-size-fits-all scenario. It requires careful consideration of various factors, including investment goals, risk tolerance, and market dynamics. In this comprehensive guide, we delve deeper into the pros and cons of each option to help

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2024 State of Homebuying Report

Opportunities, Challenges Await Investors By Joseph Ticchione A new generation has emerged, showing readiness and eagerness to buy despite the recently volatile housing market. Gen Z—born between 1997 and 2012—is eager and willing to purchase their first home, while being more tolerant of relatively higher interest rates than older generations. However, data from ServiceLink’s 2024 State of Homebuying Report (SOHBR) shows Gen Z — and even their slightly older counterparts,

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