by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Oct 11, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, FIRE, Fun & Travel, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On Passive Income From Real Estate: Many strategies are designed for investors seeking minimal involvement, offering ways to generate income without actively managing properties, including rental properties, syndications, REITs, storage facilities,...
by Jim Cirigliano | Last updated Oct 10, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, FIRE, Fun & Travel, Personal Finance, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On Tax-Sheltered Real Estate Accounts: Setting up a self-directed Roth IRA for your child with annual contributions as early as age 14 allows for tax-free growth and the power of compounding. Even with modest contributions, the account can grow...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Nov 7, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On Using Leverage In Real Estate: In real estate, leverage allows investors to purchase properties using borrowed money, typically putting down only 20% of their own cash. Using leverage can amplify returns. For example, a $200,000 property bought with...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Aug 6, 2025 | Active Real Estate Investing, Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture On Real Estate Investment Terms: Mastering real estate terminology is essential for effective communication and deal navigation in the industry. Key financial metrics like cap rate, cash-on-cash return, and IRR help investors evaluate and compare...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Nov 20, 2024 | Active Real Estate Investing, Property Management, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture on Negotiating With Contractors on Real Estate Projects: Build relationships with contractors before you need them. Create a network of trusted professionals for different specialties to prepare you for issues. Gather 3-5 quotes for each job, learning...
by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Aug 1, 2025 | Active Real Estate Investing, Real Estate News, Spark Blog |
The Big Picture on The Hottest Real Estate Markets: As affordability becomes a concern in larger cities, more buyers are seeking opportunities in smaller towns. These emerging markets offer lower entry prices, attracting remote workers and investors searching for...