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Getting into apartment management can be a challenging yet rewarding path. There's a lot to know before jumping into it. You can either take over the apartment complex yourself or outsource to a third party. This all depends on what you are looking to get out of your...

It's no surprise to hear that investing in real estate is one of the best ways to build wealth and gain financial freedom. So many successful people have figured out how to make millions in real estate. When you work hard, constantly aim to learn and grow, and network...

If you are thinking about getting into the real estate investment business, you might consider starting a property management company. A good deal of experience and knowledge is required, but it can be quite lucrative if you succeed in setting up a profitable property...

If you want to quickly grow within real estate, finding a good mentor is the best thing you can do for yourself. Whether they be in real estate, politics, or business, almost any successful person had a mentor who helped them get to where they are now. Books,...

It's often said that "real estate is always a good investment," and it's true. Real estate never really goes away. Rather, it changes in value or purpose. The old saying that location is everything when buying real estate still rings true today - some people even go...

You have the cash and reserves to buy a house, but your credit is bad. Or maybe you don’t have cash or credit, but you really want to buy a house. You will have your work cut out for you, as it is not as easy road to buying a house with bad credit regardless of how...

Every city is different when it comes to rental properties. It may be the case that the city you currently live in is not one of the best cities to buy a rental property. Luckily, it's become increasingly easier to purchase rental properties in other cities and manage...

Credibility is the quality of being trusted and believed in. It is important to establish credibility as you move forward in your career. This means that people around you view you as a credible source therefore, they trust in your words and your actions. Building...

For Sale By Owner, or FSBO, is the process of selling real estate without the representation of a real estate broker or real estate agent.  As a RealSuccess Student, here is what you should do: Don’t sell it yourself!  Sometimes an “FSBO,” can sell as quickly and for...

One thing I want you to think about is the single most important factor in all of the business.  Throw everything you know out the window because without this one piece of information, you’ll end up more lost than driving down an old country dirt road in Alabama. It’s...

An assistant helps with time and daily management, scheduling of meetings, correspondence, and note-taking. The role of a personal assistant can vary from answering phone calls, taking notes, scheduling meetings, emailing, texts, etc. Without the help of an assistant,...

When it starts getting warmer, many of us are dying to get outdoors. Some of us are itching to refinish our wooden decks and others are resisting the urge to rush out and plant our seeds too early! RealSuccess will immerse you with essential maintenance tips to ensure...

Real estate investing doesn’t come with a map, and the road to riches is often winding. That being said, there are things you can do to put yourself on the right path and ensure your best chances for success. Listening to RealSuccess real estate professionals and...

RealSuccess will provide our students with information on  Section 1031 in the Internal Revenue Service for a prospective investor, selling an investment property and reinvesting in a similar property elsewhere in the country. This wonderful concept works on the...

With a relative increase in everyday commodities, more and more people are finding ways to earn additional sources of income to compensate for their expenses.  Most people who look for alternative ventures resort to real estate investments for its high returns and...

A real estate agent is an industry professional who serves as the facilitator of real estate transactions. The agent is ultimately responsible for bringing buyers and sellers together and are paid a commission—a percentage of the sale price.  The ideal agent is not...

In the first few years of my real estate investing career, I ran my business as a sole proprietor because I really didn’t know any better. Luckily, I survived with only minimal damage, but there comes a point when it’s time to assess the best legal structure to use...