Thursday 21 March 2013

Real Estate VS Stock Market Investing – Where You Should Put Your Money

Real Estate VS Stock Market Investing - Where You Should Put Your MoneyInvestors always want to put their money where there is little chance of them losing it. The real estate market enjoys relative stability unlike the stock market that may promise profitable returns but remains largely unpredictable. The real estate market has been around for a long time. Land and properties have always been seen as assets to be cherished and coveted. On the other hand, the stock market when compared to real estate remains a relatively new development.

Both markets are good sources of investment and it is possible to win and lose large amounts in both fields. However, some people will argue that the stock market poses a greater risk. Stocks are portable and are easy transactions that require just pushing a few buttons. A buyer chooses how much he wants to sell or buy. So how much profit you want to make is largely determined on how much cash you have at your disposal for shares or bonds. Alternatively, the real estate market requires a considerable amount of cash because you are buying properties and land. Furthermore, while this requires regular maintenance, there is nothing to renovate when it comes to stock options..... read more....

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Monday 4 March 2013

ProClient Broker Blog: Real Estate Investing – Some Tips On Investing In ...

ProClient Broker Blog: Real Estate Investing – Some Tips On Investing In ...: Investing in real estate goes beyond having cash at your disposal and looking for opportunities to plug your money. It is never a guarantee...

Real Estate Investing – Some Tips On Investing In Apartment Buildings

Some Tips On Investing In Apartment BuildingsInvesting in real estate goes beyond having cash at your disposal and looking for opportunities to plug your money. It is never a guarantee that you would succeed. Real estate investment can be subjected to sharp swings and dramatic downturns. So you can be making a profit one moment and then lying in a ruin of losses the next moment. If you are looking to invest in apartment buildings, here are some tips that you can use to ensure that your investment is not swallowed up by a sea of uncertainties.

Research the Market

Smart apartment investors should always find out the going rate for vacant apartments before committing funds. A good way to obtain information is to interface with property management companies. These companies manage condominiums for other investors and can give you the heads up on any pending projects or openings. You can also get a phone book and call real estate brokers as well. They can dole out valuable information about the real estate market in your vicinity.

Familiarize Yourself

Before you buy an apartment building, you should have it inspected by a professional, conversant with commercial properties. Take heed to look at coolants, heating systems and electrical wiring more closely. Ensure that you do not have a pest problem as well. There is nothing more annoying that shaking your hands on a deal and having some pesky rodent scurry past in excitement about having a new owner. In addition, it helps to also look beyond the building and consider the area. Is it a gang area? If your apartment building is located on gang turf, the building belongs to them and not you.

Credit Scores and REIT’s

Investors interested in taking out a loan on the purchase of a condominium, need a ... read more...