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Sep 11, 2025 • 16 min read

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How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost? Is It Worth It?

Sep 03, 2025 • 11 min read

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Definitions, REI Tips

Cap Rate vs. Cash-on-Cash Return: What’s the Difference?

Aug 26, 2025 • 14 min read

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Tax Delinquent Properties: What They Are & How to Find Them

Aug 25, 2025 • 10 min read

real estate for retirement

Investing in Real Estate for Retirement: Why Do It & How To Succeed

Aug 11, 2025 • 8 min read

off market properties

Flipping Profits Are Down—Maximize Earnings with Off-Market Properties

Aug 06, 2025 • 7 min read

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Should I Start an LLC for Real Estate Investing?

Jul 28, 2025 • 8 min read

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Market Analysis

What Growing International Interest In U.S. Real Estate Means for Investors

Jul 16, 2025 • 7 min read

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PropStream for Investors

How Can Predictive AI Help You Find Off-Market & Distressed Leads?

Jul 02, 2025 • 8 min read

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Market Analysis, REI Tips

Midwest Update: 5 Business-Friendly Cities with REI Opportunities

Jun 16, 2025 • 7 min read

how to run comps

PropStream for Investors

How to Run Comps on Off-Market Properties

Jun 11, 2025 • 9 min read

foreclosure leads

Market Analysis, REI Tips

The Latest Foreclosure Wave—What This Means for Investors

Jun 09, 2025 • 10 min read

real estate comps

Can You Get Accurate Comps Without the MLS? Yes—Here’s How

Jun 04, 2025 • 8 min read

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Why Wholesalers Need a Reliable Skip Tracing Tool (Hint: To Find Off-Market Leads FAST)

May 29, 2025 • 9 min read

off market properties

Why Do Investors Prefer Off-Market Deals?

May 27, 2025 • 11 min read

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Can You Use a VA Loan To Buy Rental Property?

May 19, 2025 • 6 min read

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5 Ways Real Estate Investors Can Speed Up Paperwork Using Digital Tools

May 19, 2025 • 8 min read

nyc real estate market

Market Analysis

Who’s Moving Back to NYC—Why Investors Should Pay Attention

May 16, 2025 • 5 min read

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Common Accounting Challenges for Short-Term Rental Property Managers and How to Solve Them

By Jennifer Liddell, CPA

May 12, 2025 • 6 min read

How Decking Impacts Property Value: The Hidden Potential of Outdoor Spaces

Apr 30, 2025 • 9 min read

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What Does Landlord Insurance Cover?

Apr 16, 2025 • 11 min read

PropStream Tutorials

APN Search 101: Why Do It & Where To Perform Your Search

Apr 14, 2025 • 11 min read

What Is a Bridge Loan?

Apr 07, 2025 • 15 min read

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What Are Mortgage Insurance Premiums?

Mar 31, 2025 • 8 min read

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Market Analysis

What’s Happening in the Buffalo, NY, Real Estate Market?

Mar 19, 2025 • 9 min read

seasonal maintenance tips

Seasonal Maintenance Tips to Preserve Property Value

Mar 10, 2025 • 10 min read

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Market Analysis

What Are the Tax Benefits of Investing in Las Vegas, NV?

Mar 04, 2025 • 8 min read

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Appraised vs. Market Value: What’s the Difference?

Feb 24, 2025 • 10 min read

off market properties

Combat 2025 Housing Affordability Concerns by Pursuing Off-Market Opportunities [Here’s How]

Feb 12, 2025 • 9 min read

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What Is Cap Rate in Real Estate?

Feb 04, 2025 • 13 min read

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10 Common Questions Asked By Real Estate Investors

Feb 03, 2025 • 10 min read

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FHA Vs. Conventional Loans: How Do They Differ?

Jan 31, 2025 • 5 min read

REI TIPS

Emerging Trends in Wedding Venue Real Estate Investments

Jan 14, 2025 • 10 min read

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Long-Term, Short-Term, and Mid-Term Rentals: How Do They Differ?

Jan 06, 2025 • 10 min read

WHAT IS WHOLESALING IN REAL ESTATE

How Do Wholesalers Calculate Their Pricing Structure?

Dec 16, 2024 • 8 min read

what is a real estate attorney

Definitions, REI Tips

What Does a Real Estate Attorney Do? Do You Need One as an Investor?

Dec 11, 2024 • 14 min read

what is propstream

Market Analysis

These 10 Cities Have the Most Housing Inventory

Dec 05, 2024 • 10 min read

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Market Analysis

When Is the Best Time to Buy a House in 2025?

Dec 05, 2024 • 8 min read

2025 real estate housing market

Market Analysis

These 5 Housing Markets Are Expected to Drop in Price

Dec 05, 2024 • 10 min read

real estate data

How Much House Can I Afford to Invest In? Your Guide to Doing the Math

Nov 15, 2024 • 4 min read

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How to Find a Property To Fix and Flip

Oct 17, 2024 • 9 min read

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How Do Passive and Active Real Estate Investing Differ?

Oct 02, 2024 • 9 min read

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Market Analysis, REI Tips

These Midwestern Cities Are Booming with Opportunities for REIs

Sep 23, 2024 • 10 min read

Multifamily vs. Single-Family: Which Investment Strategy Fits You?

Multifamily vs. Single-Family: Which Investment Strategy Fits You?

Sep 16, 2024 • 9 min read

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10 Red Flags to Watch Out for When Pursuing Property Leads

Sep 02, 2024 • 10 min read

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5 Cities With The Strictest Zoning Laws

Aug 21, 2024 • 7 min read

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What Is an Exit Strategy in Real Estate? (+ 9 Steps to Create One)

Aug 12, 2024 • 10 min read

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Is House Flipping Profitable? (+ 5 Tips for Success)

Aug 08, 2024 • 9 min read

foreclosure investing

Are Foreclosures Decreasing? What This Means for Investors

Aug 05, 2024 • 11 min read

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3 Types of Foreclosure (+ Tips for Navigating Them)

Jul 29, 2024 • 8 min read

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8 Tips for Long-Distance Real Estate Investing

Jul 08, 2024 • 12 min read

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How to Calculate ROI on Rental Property

Jul 01, 2024 • 9 min read

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What Is Negative Carry and Why Do Investors Use It?

Jun 19, 2024 • 7 min read

PropStream for Investors

We Asked, You Answered: PropStream’s 7 Most Popular Tools for REIs

May 28, 2024 • 9 min read

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How to Buy Rental Properties With OPM

May 22, 2024 • 9 min read

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Are Manufactured Homes a Good Investment? Pros & Cons

May 08, 2024 • 9 min read

Massachusetts real estate

Market Analysis

Why Is Massachusetts Such a Desirable Location for Real Estate?

Apr 29, 2024 • 11 min read

Is student housing a good investment

10 Beginner-Friendly College Towns to Invest In

Apr 22, 2024 • 8 min read

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Why You Should Consider Buying Real Estate With Crypto Profits

Apr 08, 2024 • 9 min read

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Market Analysis

Is Dallas a Good Place to Invest in Real Estate in 2024?

Apr 03, 2024 • 7 min read

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What Is a Purchase and Sale Agreement in Real Estate?

Mar 27, 2024 • 8 min read

How to calculate depreciation for rental property

How to Calculate Depreciation for Rental Property

Feb 28, 2024 • 8 min read

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How to Invest in Real Estate With Little Money

Feb 19, 2024 • 5 min read

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Market Analysis

The Top 5 Cities Embracing Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Feb 14, 2024 • 13 min read

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Market Analysis

10 Cities Where You Can Find Property for Below $300,000

Jan 31, 2024 • 10 min read

What Is Real Estate Crowdfunding and How Does It Work?

Jan 22, 2024 • 9 min read

REITs vs. Rental Property: Which Strategy Should You Choose?

Jan 15, 2024 • 9 min read

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Market Analysis

The 5 Best Cities for Jobs in 2024

Dec 13, 2023 • 7 min read

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Pros and Cons of Using Your ADU as a Vacation Rental

Dec 04, 2023 • 6 min read

5 Holiday Safety Tips For Rental Owners

Nov 13, 2023 • 7 min read

What Are REITs?

Nov 10, 2023 • 10 min read

10 Common Questions About Fix and Flip Real Estate (+ Answers!)

10 Common Questions About Fix and Flip Real Estate (+ Answers!)

Nov 06, 2023 • 9 min read

Can I Use My Roth IRA for Real Estate Investing?

Can I Use My Roth IRA for Real Estate Investing?

Oct 23, 2023 • 13 min read

Mid-term Rentals: Attracting Corporate and Traveler Tenants

Mid-term Rentals: Attracting Corporate and Traveler Tenants

By Nichole Stohler

Oct 09, 2023 • 7 min read

What Should a Wholesale Real Estate Contract Include?

What Should a Wholesale Real Estate Contract Include?

Oct 06, 2023 • 12 min read

Wealth on a Budget: 10 Affordable Cities for Rental Property Investments

Market Analysis, Buy and Hold

Wealth on a Budget: 10 Affordable Cities for Rental Property

Sep 22, 2023 • 5 min read

What Is a Double Closing in Real Estate?

Definitions, Wholesaling

What Is a Double Closing in Real Estate?

Sep 07, 2023 • 8 min read

Days on Market Is Rising—Here’s What That Means for Real Estate Professionals

Days on Market Is Rising—Here’s What That Means for Real Estate Pros

Aug 28, 2023 • 8 min read

Is the Short-Term Rental Market Shifting? What Investors Should Know

Is the Short-Term Rental Market Shifting? What Investors Should Know

Aug 17, 2023 • 7 min read

How to Incorporate ADUs Into Your Investment Strategy

Eight Steps on How To Incorporate ADUs Into Your Investment Strategy

Aug 15, 2023 • 8 min read

How to Calculate Taxes on the Sale of Rental Properties

How to Calculate Taxes on the Sale of Rental Properties

Jul 24, 2023 • 5 min read

Why You Should Target Off-Market Properties as an Investor in 2023

PropStream for Investors

Why You Should Target Off-Market Properties as an Investor in 2023

Jul 06, 2023 • 6 min read

Common Myths of Real Estate Investing

7 Common Myths of Real Estate Investing

Jun 06, 2023 • 6 min read

The First 10 Things To Do After Securing a Rental Property

The First 10 Things To Do After Securing a Rental Property

May 16, 2023 • 7 min read

How Interest Rate Changes Inspire Creative Seller Financing

How Interest Rate Changes Inspire Creative Seller Financing

Apr 28, 2023 • 6 min read

Wholesaling Real Estate for Beginners: 5 Common Questions

Wholesaling Real Estate for Beginners: 5 Common Questions

Apr 24, 2023 • 4 min read

3 Reasons Miami Real Estate is Worth Investing in 2023

Market Analysis

3 Reasons Miami Real Estate is Worth Investing in 2023

Apr 18, 2023 • 5 min read

What is Wholesaling in Real Estate?

Definitions, Wholesaling

What is Wholesaling in Real Estate?

Apr 13, 2023 • 9 min read

Rental Price Comparison Between 10 of the Largest Cities in the US

Market Analysis, Buy and Hold

Rental Price Comparison Between 10 of the Largest Cities in the US

Apr 07, 2023 • 8 min read

10 Outdoor Projects to Focus on as a Flipper to Maximize ROI

10 Outdoor Projects to Focus on as a Flipper to Maximize ROI

Mar 29, 2023 • 7 min read

How to File Taxes as a Rental Landlord

How to File Taxes as a Rental Landlord

Mar 15, 2023 • 9 min read

The 10 Most Landlord-Friendly States in 2023

Market Analysis, Buy and Hold

The 10 Most Landlord-Friendly States in 2023

Mar 09, 2023 • 9 min read

Wholesaling Real Estate Taxes: A Beginner’s Guide

Wholesaling Real Estate Taxes: A Beginner’s Guide

Feb 20, 2023 • 4 min read

What Is Zombie Debt and How Is It Impacting Homeowners?

What Is Zombie Debt and How Is It Impacting Homeowners?

Feb 13, 2023 • 7 min read

10 Best Cities to Invest in Real Estate in 2023

Market Analysis

10 Best Cities to Invest in Real Estate in 2023

Jan 20, 2023 • 7 min read

How to Identify and Invest in Pre-Foreclosure Properties

PropStream for Investors

How to Identify and Invest in Pre-Foreclosure Properties

Jan 12, 2023 • 8 min read

What is Real Estate Investing?

What is Real Estate Investing?

Dec 28, 2022 • 10 min read

6 Ways to Make Your Short-Term Rental Stand Out in a Competitive Market

6 Ways to Make Your Short-Term Rental Shine in a Competitive Market

Dec 19, 2022 • 7 min read

What Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)?

What Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)?

Dec 16, 2022 • 9 min read

How to Find the Best Rental Properties Using Real Estate Data

Buy and Hold, PropStream for Investors

How to Find the Best Rental Properties Using Real Estate Data

Dec 08, 2022 • 6 min read

Wedge Deals 101: What Are They and Are They Worth It?

Wedge Deals 101: What Are They and Are They Worth It?

Nov 17, 2022 • 6 min read

3 Tips for Protecting Your Real Estate Business From Inflation

3 Tips for Protecting Your Real Estate Business From Inflation

Oct 19, 2022 • 7 min read

What Is the Difference Between a Real Estate Investor and a Property Dealer?

The Difference Between a Real Estate Investor and a Property Dealer

Oct 10, 2022 • 6 min read

How to Finance a Rental Property

Sep 28, 2022 • 6 min read

Target Homeowners With a Utility Lien to Generate Relevant Leads

Find Homeowners With a Utility Lien to Generate Relevant Leads

Sep 26, 2022 • 6 min read

Pros and Cons of Investing in Pre-Foreclosure Homes

Sep 13, 2022 • 13 min read

Financing for Real Estate Investors: What Are Your Options?

Financing for Real Estate Investors: What Are Your Options?

Aug 18, 2022 • 7 min read

Real Estate Comps Are Crucial For Investors

Real Estate Comps Are Crucial For Investors, Here’s Why…

Aug 12, 2022 • 4 min read

5 Tips for New Buy-and-Hold Investors

5 Tips for New Buy-and-Hold Investors

Aug 10, 2022 • 6 min read

Investing in Student Housing

The Pros and Cons of Investing in Student Housing

Aug 05, 2022 • 3 min read

Mistakes Investors Make When Using a 1031 Exchange

3 Common Mistakes Investors Make When Using a 1031 Exchange

Aug 01, 2022 • 8 min read

Creative Financing

How To Use Creative Financing To Do More Deals and Increase ROI

By Jordan Fulmer

Jul 28, 2022 • 3 min read

1031 Exchange Explained

Funding a Buy-and-Hold Property With a 1031 Exchange

Jul 13, 2022 • 8 min read

Flipping Houses and Taxes

Flipping Houses and Taxes: What You Need to Know

Jun 27, 2022 • 6 min read

Guide to Capital Gains Tax in Real Estate

Beginner's Guide to Capital Gains Tax in Real Estate

Jun 02, 2022 • 3 min read

What is OPM in Real Estate Investing?

May 23, 2022 • 4 min read

Short-Term Rental in 2022

Best Places To Invest in a Short-Term Rental in 2022

May 18, 2022 • 3 min read

Beginner's Guide to Transactional Funding in REI

Beginner's Guide to Transactional Funding in REI

May 16, 2022 • 3 min read

Get More out of a Short-Term Rental

5 Ways To Get More out of a Short-Term Rental

May 13, 2022 • 2 min read

Investing in Vacant Land

4 Benefits of Investing in Vacant Land

May 05, 2022 • 6 min read

Investing in Rental Properties

Investing in Rental Properties as a Beginner: Choosing Your Property

Apr 28, 2022 • 2 min read

Choosing a Market For a Fix and Flip

4 Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a Market For a Fix and Flip

Apr 21, 2022 • 3 min read

Real Estate Financing

Financing a Fix-and-Flip Project

Mar 09, 2022 • 4 min read

Setting up an LLC

The Benefits of Setting up an LLC as a Real Estate Investor

Feb 28, 2022 • 2 min read

The Great Pursuit for a Better Life

The Great Pursuit for a Better Life: What This Means for REIs

Feb 24, 2022 • 4 min read

Real Estate Virtual Assistant

Should You Work With a Virtual Assistant as a Real Estate Investor?

Feb 22, 2022 • 4 min read

Consistently Behind on Rent

How to Work With a Renter Who is Consistently Behind on Rent

Jan 25, 2022 • 2 min read

Filtering Your Search

PropStream Investor Essentials: Filtering Your Search

Apr 07, 2021 • 2 min read

PropStream Driving for Dollars Part 2: Why and How Smart Real Estate Investors Get Behind the Wheel

PropStream for Investors

Driving for Dollars Part 2: Why and How Real Estate Investors Use It

Jan 20, 2021 • 3 min read

Financing for Your Next Investment Property

How to Use Seller Carry-Back Financing for Your Property Investment

Dec 01, 2020 • 3 min read

Investment property

Pros and Cons of Buying an Investment Property During the COVID Era

Oct 23, 2020 • 3 min read

How Residential REIs Can Take Advantage of the Urban Exodus

Sep 01, 2020 • 5 min read

How Investors Can Use Strategic Partnerships to Get a Competitive Edge

Aug 12, 2020 • 2 min read

what is a property manager

5 Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Property Manager

Aug 11, 2020 • 2 min read

Leasing Agent vs. Property Manager: Which is Best for Your Business?

Aug 05, 2020 • 2 min read

PropStream for Investors

How Real Estate Investors Can Use Data to Gain an Edge

Aug 03, 2020 • 3 min read

Impact of COVID-19 on Multi-Family

The Impact of COVID-19 on Multi-Family Investing: 7 Powerful Tips

Jun 10, 2020 • 2 min read

Digital Marketing Multifamily Properties

Creative Ideas for Digitally Marketing Your Multifamily Properties

Jun 10, 2020 • 2 min read

BRRRR Strategy for Real Estate Investing

Why Everyone Is Talking About the BRRRR Strategy for Real Estate

May 06, 2020 • 2 min read

Tips and Tricks for Out-of-State Investors

Apr 07, 2020 • 2 min read

The Top 3 Landlord-Friendly States for 2020

Mar 26, 2020 • 3 min read

The State of the Buy-and-Hold Market for Rental Properties

The State of the Buy-and-Hold Market for Rental Properties

Mar 24, 2020 • 2 min read

Property Managers Will Help You Scale Your Investment Business

How Property Managers Will Help You Scale Your Investment Business

Mar 04, 2020 • 2 min read

what is a short sale

How Short Sales Can Transform Your Real Estate Investment Business

Feb 26, 2020 • 3 min read

Apartment Management Tips

5 Apartment Management Tips (From a Luxury Property Manager!)

Feb 19, 2020 • 2 min read

rei tips

Should Real Estate Investors Have a Real Estate License?

Jan 21, 2020 • 2 min read

3 Reasons to Refinance Your Investment Property Mortgage Loans

3 Reasons to Refinance Your Investment Property Mortgage Loans

Dec 19, 2019 • 3 min read

rei tips

Real Estate or Stocks: Which is the Better Investment for 2020?

Dec 19, 2019 • 2 min read

How to Buy Your First Airbnb-Style Investment Property

Dec 17, 2019 • 2 min read

Short-Term Rentals vs. Long-Term Rentals: Which Is Right For You?

Dec 10, 2019 • 3 min read

Flipping Houses Without Losing Your Shirt

Dec 05, 2019 • 3 min read

Wholesale, Fix & Flip or Buy & Hold: Which Strategy Is Best for Me?

Nov 22, 2019 • 2 min read

How to Lower the Property Taxes on Your Investment Properties

Nov 11, 2019 • 2 min read

PropStream for Investors

How Savvy Real Estate Investors are Using Tech to Find Killer Deals

Nov 04, 2019 • 3 min read

Market Analysis

5 Cities on the Rise: Best Real Estate Investing Markets in 2019

Oct 29, 2019 • 3 min read

3 Types of Real Estate Investing

3 Types of Real Estate Investing

Oct 24, 2019 • 3 min read

Real Estate Rehab Business Plan

5 Tips and Tricks for Creating a Real Estate Rehab Business Plan