The Market Is Flattening Out – What Does That Mean For Investors?

The real estate market in North Texas is finally finding some semblance of stability, as prices level out and fierce bidding wars subside. This is obviously good news for buyers, as rates have remained solid and inventory creeps up. Sellers, on the other hand, retain the benefit of a massive equity build-up over the last …

Recessions & Housing: A Quick Guide

As the major market indexes continue their downward trajectory and inflation creeps up despite swift rate increases by the Federal Reserve, many Americans are left wondering when we will officially enter recession territory and how it will affect their near-term futures. More specifically, many potential home buyers and sellers are wondering how the housing market will be affected by the looming economic contraction. Today we’re exploring the market internals and explaining the connection between recession and housing, and how it could affect your decision-making.

How To Find Deals In A Tight Market

The thought keeping many real estate investors up and night right now is where they’re going to find their next deal. Scorching hot markets, like the one we’ve been experiencing in North Texas, can be great for building equity and enhancing cash flow. On the other hand, it’s been increasingly hard to find new opportunities …

North Texas Homes Nearing Unaffordable Level

As the Fed hiked rates 0.50% on Wednesday, mortgage rates are still struggling to find their groove and react to a multitude of market variables. The hope is that higher rates will stave off price increase nationwide as homes, especially in hot markets like North Texas, approach unaffordable levels based on Fannie Mae lending guidelines. This has investors on edge about the short-term future and the implications of higher rates and prices.

Worried About Inflation? Buy Real Estate

Personal consumption expenditure prices rose 5.2% in March compared to the same month last year, according to the Federal Reserve. This comes as inflation adjusted wages fell 0.4%. While the Fed has promised more rates hikes throughout 2022, inflation is still rearing its ugly head in the American economy. This leaves most Americans wondering how …

Short-Term Vs. Long-Term Rentals, What the Best Strategy?

Short-term rentals are all the rage in the real estate investment world right now. An investing strategy that’s really only taken root in the last five years or so, it’s an attractive method of enhancing cash flow and speaking to your creative side in your portfolio building. And while there are many advantages to the STR strategy, it’s important to understand the difference between short and long-term rentals and how the pros and cons align with your goals. Let’s compare the two and help you decide which is right for you.

These Are The Best Areas To Buy Real Estate In North Texas

North Texas is among a pinnacle group of metropolitan areas across the country that are experiencing significant growth in the housing sector. Massive corporate relocation, low cost of living and great economic growth are fueling a red hot housing market. For investors though, it’s important to know the market better than the average home buyer, …