If you’re working with a real estate agent, he or she might consult the local MLS (multiple listing service) to give you a rundown. If you’re starting out on your own, sites like Zillow and Realtor.com can give you a sense of the local market. ...
Once you know how to find similar properties to use for comparative analysis, you also need to know how they work for you as an investor. Rental comps are an essential real estate investing tool that compares the income from rent with similar properties in the same neighborhood. Typically, th...
However, this due diligence often falls by the wayside when it comes to hiring a real estate agent. Yet buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make, and finding the right person to represent your interests is key to getting the best deal or the best ...
Besides the MLS, real estate sites like Zillow and Craigslist are other sources ofrental income property for sale. Just be sure to turn to investment analysis tools like Mashvisor to ensure any property you find on such sites will cash flow. You can also use Mashvisor’s tools to conduct ...
In your opinion, is vacant land a difficult type of real estate to value? If so, why? It sometimes feels difficult because there are definitely fewer comps. Sparse data always makes for more challenging valuations. Since the bulk of my work involves lots that have already been improved, that...
Real Estate ABC links up with Zillow.com to provide the same Zestimate you’ll receive there. What I really like about this site, however, is that it lists a ton of sales data for recent home sales in your area. If a house sold down the street, you’ll eventually be able to find ...