Gearing means borrowing money to buy an asset. There are three types of gearing: negative, neutral, and positive. What is negative gearing? Negative gearing is when you borrow money to invest in an asset (usually a property) and the income you make from that investment (rent). The idea is to buy properties to rent out […]
Different Types of Real Estate Investments
Congrats! You have taken your very first step in real estate investing, which is researching and understand the terminology. Understanding the different types of real estate investments means that you would be able to make the right decision when it comes to your budget and lifestyle. Below are the different types of real estate investments, […]
Investment for Beginners – Vacation Rentals
Vacation rentals are a type of real estate investment that falls under the category of short term rental properties. These rentals are alternative to hotels and are usually rented out for a period of fewer than 30 days. Thanks to the internet, vacation rentals have increased dramatically and have opened up new opportunities for real […]
The FOUR Ways Real Estate Investors Make Money
When investing in real estate, the goal is to put money to work today and allow it to increase so that you have more money in the future. The profit, or “return,” you make on your real estate investments must be enough to cover the risk you take, taxes, utilities, and maintenance. Here are […]
Preparing for a Hurricane
The thought of a hurricane can create a lot of anxiety, but you can prepare yourself, your home and your family with a few steps. You may not know yet how a hurricane will affect your home but you can take the time to prepare for several possible scenarios to be ready in the event […]
How Long Should You Live in Your Home? 6 Signs It’s Time to Move On
Ten years. That’s the average amount of time a homeowner stays in a house, according to the National Association Of Realtors. Think that sounds shockingly short? Or way too long? The fact is, people’s reasons for selling their home are different, as are their time frames. Still, there are some common threads—financial and emotional—that lead […]
Why Sellers Should Exclusively List their Property With One Agent
When you make the decision to sell your property, you’re going to be faced with many decisions. One of them will be, how you are going to list your property. Will you use multiple agents or or list exclusively with one? It has been eight years since The Bahamas MLS was introduced to our Real […]
Questions To Ask Your Mortgage Lender
Before committing to a mortgage lender, you should research, read reviews and ask tons of questions. Get ready to provide the mortgage loan officer all of your personal information so they can give you the best advice and assistance. If you don’t like the answers to any of the questions continue shopping around. Even if you […]
Fixer Upper: Can you afford to renovate it?
When considering purchasing a home, a fixer upper may be tempting. The low price can look attractive but it usually reflects the condition of the home. Here are a few things to think about before buying a fixer upper. Evaluate The Condition Obviously a fixer upper will need work, but how much work is the […]
How to keep your house cool without A/C
Want to stay cool this summer, but don’t want to face the high electricity bills that come along with it? Try a few of these tips to keep it cool and save on energy costs. Block The Sun Sunlight turns into heat, You can keep your house cool by keeping the sunlight out. Apply tint […]