Blog
The Connecticut Fix & Flip Real Estate Report
Connecticut Real Estate Market Overview [su_row][su_column]While the total home sales in Connecticut are decreasing, the median sale price is increasing in 6 of 8 Connecticut counties as the supply of desirable homes shrinks. The houses that attracted buyers last year...
The Benefits Of Investing In Single-Family Rental Properties
Whether you consider yourself a seasoned real estate investor or are still debating if the life of a landlord is one you want to pursue, investing in single-family homes may offer a number of financial benefits over multifamily properties. Here’s a look at some of the...
10 Quick And Easy Tips For New Landlords
Rental property investments offer real estate investors a host of potential upside, including recurring revenue and (hopefully) asset appreciation. However, rental properties all have one thing in common: the need for a landlord. If you aren’t ready to hire a third...
Pros And Cons Of Rental Property Investing
While investing in fix and flips is great way for investors of all experience levels to build wealth and knowledge, there may come a point in your career when you want to expand your arsenal and take advantage of different investment opportunities. One other common...
Are You Ready For Your Own Fix And Flip Project?
Working in real estate investing has a lot of upsides: you get to choose your own projects, make your own schedule, and be your own boss. Not to mention the fast turnaround times and huge profits that roll in when you do it right. For a savvy self-starter, the fix and...
Tips For Flipping A Historic Home
If there's an old house that you want to flip, how will you reconcile the trends of the past with the needs of today's renters or buyers? Making a profit on a historic home is possible by following these guidelines. Add the Right Modern Amenities Historic homes have...
How To Find Promising Neighborhoods For Real Estate Investing
Real estate investing is equal parts strategy, vision and educated guesswork. Though even savvy and seasoned real investors can’t predict every area that’s ripe for a boom (or sell before one is headed for bust), there are some telling indicators that can help you...
Why Average Is Ideal For Fix And Flip Investors
In most professions, success is based on standing out. In fix and flip real estate investing, however, success is often based on fitting in. When it comes to flipping a property, you want a home that fits the neighborhood; not one that is of dramatically higher or...
Preparing For Your First Real Estate Networking Event
In real estate investing, success is as much about the quality of your connections as the quality of your flips. One of the best ways to get new connections - and maintain your existing ones - is to attend local networking events, or REIAs. You can check for upcoming...
The Property Glossary: What The Classes Mean For Investors
In real estate, properties are typically labeled with one of four classifications: A, B, C, or D. While the order of the hierarchy is clear - A properties are the highest quality while D properties are the lowest, investors need more information to figure out a...
Long Island Real Estate Investing Report
Take a short drive from Manhattan and you’ll find yourself in Long Island, a beautiful collection of cities and neighborhoods with much more to offer than just proximity to SoHo. Believe it or not, even the New York City boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens, which are part...
How Real Estate Agents Can Tap Into The Investor Market
Real estate investing has skyrocketed in the last decade, in large part due to the steady rise in value of real estate across the country. In many ways, the fix and flip industry embodies the American dream. Anyone who has $20,000-$40,000 in their bank account can...
Reading The Fix And Flip Market
As a fix and flip or buy and hold real estate investor, it is incredibly important to understand the inner workings of the real estate market. Without a strong understanding of the numbers and the state of the market, there is no way for you to know which properties...
Flipping Houses 101: Hiring a Real Estate Photographer to Take Listing Photos
Fix And Flip Goal #1: Maximize Profit When it comes to real estate investing - fix and flip or fix and rent - the goal is always the same: generate the highest return on your investment. In previous blog posts, we've gotten fix and flip experts' secrets to success,...
![Flipping In The Flood Zone [Whitepaper]](https://www.ablfunding.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/flipping-in-flood-zone-1-3.jpg)
Flipping In The Flood Zone [Whitepaper]
Abstract This white paper will provide real estate investors with an in-depth exploration of the best practices for investing in flood zones. Readers will learn how to identify the floodplain a property is located in as well as understand the various classifications...
Continuing Education For Real Estate Professionals
It’s true that anyone can become a real estate investor, but becoming an expert means learning the intricacies of the business. You can avoid a lot of mistakes early on by taking the time to educate yourself about the industry before you jump into your first flip, and...
4 Tips For Negotiating A Lower Fix & Flip Purchase Price
How much can you negotiate on a house? As the saying goes, when it comes to real estate investing: you make your money when you buy, not when you sell. Clearly, then, one of the best ways to increase the profitability of your project is to figure out how to negotiate...
Architecture That Sells
Flipping a house isn’t only about getting the electric, plumbing, and structure up to code. While you’re fixing any glaring issues, you have a great opportunity to add or improve architectural features to make your house much more desirable in the eyes of potential...
![Real Estate Investing With Airbnb Made Simple [With Tips From Experts]](https://www.ablfunding.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/airbnb-investing-2.jpg)
Real Estate Investing With Airbnb Made Simple [With Tips From Experts]
Maybe you purchased a fix and flip property that has struggled to find a buyer and want to temporarily rent it out to offset holding costs. Or maybe you’re motivated to enter the sharing economy using Airbnb as a primary source of income. Whatever the circumstance may...
Assembling A Fix And Flip Team: A Mini Guide
Fix and Flip reality TV shows have glamorized the process of buying, rehabbing, and selling a property. These shows oversimplify how to fix and flip, and the system of trading assets for cash and lead many first time investors to overextend themselves. Programs like...
How To Find Your First Fix & Flip
You’ve discovered the world of real estate investing and realized that you can make tens (or hundreds) of thousands of dollars in profit from each flip - once you know what you're doing, of course! There’s only one problem. You have no idea where to find that first...
Fix And Flips: Reality Vs. Reality TV
The rise in popularity of fix and flip reality shows like “Flip or Flop” and “Flipping Vegas” have more people than ever interested in real estate investing. The glamorous remodels, huge profits, and quick turnarounds make real estate investments seem like an...
Meet Paul Lewis: ABL Team Spotlight
Paul Lewis Is ABL’s New Florida Area Manager Paul is an experienced loan originator and customer service professional with a proven track record of using his expertise to help clients across several industries. Florida real estate investors now have a new trusted...
![[Free Whitepaper] Flipping Green: How To Make Your Fix And Flip Eco Friendly](https://www.ablfunding.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/green-fix-and-flips-2.png)
[Free Whitepaper] Flipping Green: How To Make Your Fix And Flip Eco Friendly
Executive Summary Eco-friendly updates to fix and flip or new construction projects are not only an ethical decision but also a financially sound one. This paper will explore alternative construction choices that will move you into the future, increase your sale...
Florida Fix & Flips: An Introductory Guide
Florida Trending Upwards Florida is an incredible place to invest in real estate. Its prospects are bright: experts predict Florida will continue to see success because of its explosive population growth. Florida’s growth rate was fourth highest in the nation in 2016....
- Types of Loans for Flipping Houses: Which One Is Right for You?
Types of Loans for Flipping Houses As a real estate… Read more: Types of Loans for Flipping Houses: Which One Is Right for You? - Understanding DSCR Loan Requirements and Process for Real Estate Investors
Getting a DSCR loan can be a great way to… Read more: Understanding DSCR Loan Requirements and Process for Real Estate Investors - Fix-and-Flip Loans for Beginners: How to Unlock Higher Flipping Returns
Home flippers buy low to sell high. The lower the… Read more: Fix-and-Flip Loans for Beginners: How to Unlock Higher Flipping Returns - Beginner’s Guide to Real Estate Investment: Key Strategies for Success
Real Estate Investment Strategies for Beginners Real estate investing is… Read more: Beginner’s Guide to Real Estate Investment: Key Strategies for Success - Real Estate Investing in Colorado: Best Cities and Strategies for Success
Real estate investing in Colorado is on the upswing. With… Read more: Real Estate Investing in Colorado: Best Cities and Strategies for Success