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Difference in evaluating Single Family Homes and Multi Dwelling Units –  People thinking of investing in and evaluating residential property must understand the difference between the two major categories; Single Family Homes (SFH) and Multi Dwelling Units (MDU) are evaluated differently. This has a direct bearing on the nature of returns they can expect from […]

Investing in single family home vs investing in multi-dwelling units –  Most investors grapple with the question whether investing in a single family home (SFH)  brings better returns than investing in a multi-dwelling units (MDU) and vice versa. The former type of property is essentially a single unit that can accommodate only one family, and usually […]

Setting yourself up as a Private Money Lender against property –  Private money lending has some distinct advantages. If one stays the course and does master the nuances of private money lending against property the returns will be way better than what one may obtain from investing in stocks. However, it is not exactly without […]

Trying one’s hand at private money lending in Real Estate –  At a time when the turbulence of the stock markets puts people off investment, private money lending is a viable option that is secure and offers decent returns as well. The former requires one to be patient and ever vigilant for even a small […]

Investing in commercial Real Estate vs investing in residential Real Estate –  Most people have their first experience of Real Estate investment when they buy their first home. Once they are a little settled in life, they may rent out their first home and buy another home and then yet another. Quite a few of […]

Factors impacting the valuation of houses –  The value that a house commands on the market depends upon a host of factors and circumstances. For anyone looking to list their house for resale it would be a good idea to consult a professional house appraiser. They would provide a fair assessment of the condition of […]

The impact of basements on house pricing –   People who are looking to sell their houses often worry whether the presence of a basement is a necessary prerequisite to getting a good price for their property. There is no straightforward answer to this question and it really depends upon a host of factors. The profile […]

The impact of dated kitchens and obsolete bathrooms on price –   Having a dated kitchen or obsolete bathrooms in a house would constitute what may be termed a fatal error when it comes to selling a house. In fact it is recommended that the kitchens and bathrooms in a house be updated before it is […]

Design similarity or uniqueness relative to other houses in the neighborhood –  The design of a house is both a matter of aesthetics and functionality. What works for one needn’t work for another. However there are neighborhoods where all the houses are similarly designed, while in other neighborhoods this might not be the case. What […]

Maintenance of your home –  Buying a house may be a huge step for anybody, but that is only the beginning of the process of one’s intimate involvement with every aspect of one’s home. From choosing the décor to furnishing it, a lot goes into the making of a home. And above all there is […]