Investing in real estate can be a lucrative avenue for building wealth, and it’s also an effective way to inject some diversity into your portfolio. While real estate investment trusts (REITs) and real estate crowdfunding allow you to invest passively, some investors may prefer to own property directly. If you’re not comfortable parting with a … Read more
If you (like many young Malaysians) are looking towards buying your first home; the most important question you’ll probably ask yourself is if you can afford it. Well, can you? Think of the number of payments you’ll have to cover on the road to home ownership; there are entry costs, monthly repayments, recurring taxes, insurance … Read more
You’ve got your heart set on that 2-bedroom charmer, but the seller turned you down. Now what? Searching for a home can be similar to searching for true love. You may meet many prospects before you find the one. And sometimes, you may long for a prospect more than he or she longs for you. The same … Read more
For sellers, success is all about managing the offers, while buyers must strategize and be prepared to compete. In a market with limited inventory and lots of willing and able buyers, we find a hot sellers’ market. Phrases such as “bidding wars” and “non-contingent offers” are music to sellers’ ears — and enough to scare … Read more
You’ve got two options when it comes to a home you’ve outgrown: add on or trade up. Which is right for you? Many homeowners today face a serious housing dilemma. They love their home, its location, and even their neighbors. But they’ve outgrown the space. Do they trade up to a bigger or better house, … Read more
Every day there are people just like you and me made mistakes in their home loan. By acquainting yourself with “5 common housing loan mistakes to avoid” article, you can save thousands on your housing loan. Read on so you can avoid these pitfalls. APPLYING 1 BANK AND THAT’S IT Banks love if you can … Read more
To profit in real estate, investors must value the properties they buy, and then estimate how much money those properties will generate, whether through appreciation, rental income, or both. Two common methods for real estate valuation are the discounted net operating income and gross income multiplier approaches. A property’s net operating income is the earnings … Read more
Real estate crowdfunding is getting popular day by day all over the world. If we look at the recent past there were only a few investors in this market and only wealthy players seemed moderately interested in investing. But the last few years has changed this scenario. The increase in social media websites has contributed … Read more
When the rental market stagnates, investors have to turn to innovative solutions to secure higher rents. Rather than just sitting and waiting for the market gods to shine, why not make simple improvements to your properties that will have tenants happily throwing extra money in your direction. The right sort of improvements can easily pay … Read more
For many people, owning a house usually means securing a permanent home for their family or to generate rental income. On the other hand, renting is ideal for individuals with a lifestyle or job that requires them to be mobile – they would rather invest their finances elsewhere, instead of getting tied down to a … Read more
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