by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Jun 13, 2023 | Spark Blog |
In the last eviction moratorium, some U.S. landlords couldn’t evict non-paying tenants for over two years. That is all but legalized theft. It’s like someone renting a car from Hertz without a credit card, then driving off on a two-year joy ride without paying. First,...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Sep 23, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Personal Finance, Real Estate News, Spark Blog |
Quick Bites: A state’s total “tax burden” includes income tax, property taxes, and sales and excise taxes. There is a correlation between state tax burdens and migration patterns — but it’s not a perfect one. Other factors such as real estate...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated May 5, 2023 | Active Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog |
Leverage. It’s one of the great advantages of real estate over other types of investments. You can finance 80%, 90%, even 100% of your investment. Ever tried doing that with stocks? Good luck finding a lender. The best you can do is buy stocks on margin, and that’s a...
by Christopher Murray | Last updated Jan 12, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals, Property Management, Spark Blog |
Just like homeowners, landlords need property insurance coverage. Too little coverage leaves you exposed to losses when and if your property suffers damage. But too much landlord insurance coverage is an unnecessary expense each month. Which means you need to strike...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Dec 4, 2024 | Passive Real Estate Investing, Personal Finance, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On Using A Dollar Cost Average Calculator: Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) involves investing a fixed amount regularly, regardless of market conditions, to mitigate the risks of market volatility. While commonly associated with stocks, DCA can also be...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Nov 22, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Personal Finance, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On Types Of Passive Income Passive income sources like rental properties, stock dividends, and royalties can provide financial stability but often require initial investment and strategic planning to ensure sustainability. Different types of passive...