Recent Entries

• In State Versus Out Of State Real Estate Investing

  by Fuquan Bilal November 15, 2022
  Is it better to invest in or out of state now?  A lot of things have changed significantly over the past two years. It has certainly revived the debate and dynamics of investing locally versus in other states across the US.  So, which are the best moves to make now, and what guiding fa...

• 4 Of The Most Important Principles To Invest By

  by Fuquan Bilal November 14, 2022
  Trends change in real estate all the time. Some are short term fads. Others are more permanent. Real estate and economic cycles are constantly turning. Failing to adapt is a fatal flaw that will crush even the wealthiest individuals and biggest institutions. Yet, there are timeless p...

• Is The Next Recession Already Here?

  by Fuquan Bilal November 9, 2022
  Some analysts are arguing that the next recession is already here. Could that be true despite all of the strong economic data being pushed in the media every day? If so, does it matter, and what should investors be doing about it? Are We In A Recession? Some analysts are saying that they believe...

• Real Estate & The Supply Chain

  by Fuquan Bilal November 7, 2022
  The supply chain crisis is all around us. It’s almost impossible to ignore. So, what’s causing it? What does it mean for real estate investors? The Supply Chain Crisis Average people and business owners have been experiencing the supply chain crisis on a daily basis.  Favorite ...

• Mortgage Originations Hit $4T, More Refis Expected

  by Fuquan Bilal November 5, 2022
  Freddie Mac and HouseWire predict that we’ll see $3.9T in mortgage originations in the US by the end of 2021. That’s just shy of the record $4T clocked in 2020. What does it all mean for the market and investors? Mortgage Originations Remain Strong Freddie Mac’s outlook for the...

• Nonbank Lenders Account For 68% Of Mortgage Originations

  by Fuquan Bilal November 3, 2022
  Nonbank lenders now make almost 70% of all mortgages in America. How has the market changed so much? What does it indicate may come next?  The New Mortgage Lending Landscape According to data from Inside Mortgage Finance, 68% of new mortgages are being made by nonbank entities. In fact, 7 o...

• No More Housing For The Unvaccinated

  by Fuquan Bilal October 31, 2022
  Are we facing an end to housing for the unvaccinated? One large landlord in Florida has already set a new precedent regarding vaccination status and access to housing. Will it be the end of housing for the unvaccinated? Or is this just the beginning of new diverging opportunities for investors to...

• Mortgage Loans In Forbearance Are Down To Just 3%

  by Fuquan Bilal October 28, 2022
  In a sign of further strengthening and recovery in the US housing and finance markets, the percentage of mortgages in forbearance dropped again to just 3%.  The new data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) further officially backs up what mortgage debt investors and servicers have al...

• What To Look For In Airbnb Properties To Invest In

  by Fuquan Bilal October 27, 2022
  Considering investing in Airbnb properties? Here’s what to look for in good short term rental deals… The Cons & Pros Of Airbnb Properties There are a variety of short term rental strategies that may be very applicable to today’s market and especially in the new economy.  ...

• Time Is Money & Money Is Time: You’re Probably Wasting A Lot Mo

  by Fuquan Bilal October 21, 2022
  Time is the most valuable thing you have and can’t get more of. Are you optimizing and making the most of yours? Chances are that a lot more of it is slipping through your fingers than you realize.  Time Is Money This doesn't mean rushing around like crazy. In fact, while some hustle...

• What Is The Purpose Of Diversification

  by Fuquan Bilal October 19, 2022
  What is the real point of diversification in investing? How might this change the way you are allocating your portfolio and are picking investments and advisors? If you’ve even looked into investing for five minutes you’ve probably heard about the importance of diversification. It is ...

• How To Protect Your Investment Portfolio From Wildfires

  by Fuquan Bilal October 17, 2022
  How can you insulate your investment portfolio from growing wildfire threats? Every year wildfires seem to set new records for frequency, area damaged and costs of damages. This is especially true on the West Coast. It seems to have become just a matter of when and how bad, not if.  Of cour...