Gold is a well-known commodity that has generated a tremendous emotional attachment for many people and investors. Phrases such as “gold plan” and “gold standard” have become commonplace in the contemporary vernacular. One of the most...
Jason Hartman talks with second-time guest, Bruce Norris, investor, hard money lender and real estate educator with over 29 years experience. Renowned for his ability to forecast long-term real estate market trends and timing, the release of The California Comeback...
In the world of sports metaphors, there is a very popular cliché that states: “Defense wins championships.” The upshot of this statement is that a high-powered offense may be fun to watch, but it is a stout, consistent defense that creates the stability necessary to...
The principal “arbitrage” opportunity in real estate is realized by locking in a fixed cost of borrowing (which can be re-financed in the future if interest rates drop) and generating cash flow to cover your costs. In this situation, you have a very limited downside...
Four principal factors drive the opportunity for income property investing. In most investments, such as stocks and bonds, there are only one or two factors like appreciation or dividends that drive the value of the investment. Income property is unique, because it...
