The post What to Look for in a Property Management Company appeared first on Think Realty. A property management company can take the stress out of owning a rental property. Managing a rental property is a full-time job. For property owners who desire a little more free time, hiring a residential property management company is an excellent way to take some of the burdens of rental ownership off your shoulders. Several companies offer property management services; however, not all are created equal. When you decide it is time to search for a residential property management company, there are a ..read more

The post Think Realty Webinar: Navigating the World of Private Lending appeared first on Think Realty. Think Realty is providing you with another FREE WEBINAR! On June 4th at 1:30PM (CST),  Damon Riehl with LoanBidz.com will be speaking on “Navigating the World of Private Lending.” This informational webinar will focus on how to select a lender for your next investment and will help position yourself to get the best available rates, fees and loan amount. In this webinar, you will learn: – Private Lenders have a defined Credit Box and pricing. No single lender is excellent at meeting all a ..read more

The post Wondering How to Dominate the Houston Real Estate Scene? Let’s Dive In! appeared first on Think Realty. Houston, renowned for its diverse culture, thriving economy, and booming real estate market, presents an enticing landscape for realtors looking to make their mark. But how do you navigate this dynamic city and emerge victorious in the competitive world of real estate? Fear not, as we unveil the secrets to success in the Houston housing market. Understanding Houston’s Real Estate Landscape Before diving headfirst into the bustling world of Houston real estate, it’s crucial to unders ..read more

The post How to Build a Long-Distance Real Estate Investing Team appeared first on Think Realty. For investors in the long-distance rental real estate industry, building a team you can trust is one of the most important tools for success. Buying and managing single-family rental properties at a distance can be one of the most rewarding investment options available. But doing so profitably requires a team of experts that include experts in real estate, accounting, law, finance, insurance, and property management. To get this team in place, you first need to learn who you need on your team. Ment ..read more

The post The Art of Networking: A Realtor’s Advantage appeared first on Think Realty. Networking is important to growing your business, but not for the reason you might think. Your business is suffering because you don’t do this right: Network. The word may conjure up icky memories of stilted conversations about the weather or “Can you picture how that would help you (fill in the blank)?’’ Or even worse, awkward posts on social media or cold messages to a friend-of-a-friend of your neighbor’s third cousin to get lead flow. Here’s the good news: None of that is networking. Legitimate (and succe ..read more

The post How to Maximize ROI by Using Professional Real Property Inventory Services appeared first on Think Realty. Organizations that don’t use professional real property portfolio inventory services could be harming their return on investment. Though real property inventories can be difficult to manage, some organizations hesitate to seek external assistance, assuming their staff has the knowledge and time to satisfy inventory responsibilities. This hesitation is often the result of misconceptions and poor previous experiences. For example, companies in the past would deliver property invent ..read more

The post The Peak of Private Lending: Exploring Growth, Sacrifice, and Success from Constructive Capital President, Ben Fertig (AUDIO ONLY) appeared first on Think Realty. There are a lot of question marks surrounding the lending industry and current market, so Eddie sat down with Ben Fertig, President at Constructive Capital, to chat about all things currently happening in the lending space. They chat about legislation being passed, if the gaps in the conventional lending space is what is clearing the way for private lending industry to grow and allowing more capital come in, and if the play ..read more

The post The Remote Work Revolution appeared first on Think Realty. 
Flexible work arrangements are reshaping real estate markets. It’s hard to overstate how much remote work could reshape real estate markets. In a recent panel at Columbia University, one expert compared remote work during the pandemic to the Bolshevik Revolution. Another said that this is the first time employees haven’t had to physically live near their places of work. Their concerns aren’t as hyperbolic as they sound. A recent McKinsey study estimated that demand for office and retail space could fall up to 38% by 2030. Tha ..read more

The post 5 Real Estate Investment Trends for 2024
 appeared first on Think Realty. Despite the challenges ahead, making informed decisions can lead to good returns in 2024. In the dynamic landscape of real estate investing, 2024 presents both challenges and opportunities. Despite economic uncertainties like surging mortgage rates, fluctuating housing prices, and low inventory, the real estate market remains a gateway for first-time and small-scale investors to build generational wealth and contribute to local community revitalization. Charles Goodwin, a seasoned single-family rental investor a ..read more

The post Correction Cascade appeared first on Think Realty. When will home prices realign with income levels? Since 2021, home prices are sharply higher in every market across the country—so much higher that they’ll have to come back down. Home prices can be out of line with local incomes for a while, as they are right now, but not for long. During the last 50 years, they’ve always come back in line with income levels. But when exactly will that happen? And which markets are at greatest risk? Local price bubbles usually end when the local economy, whose rapid growth started the bubble in the f ..read more