It is no secret that Dallas and its suburbs are a great place for real estate investors. The emergence of the high-tech industry, the strong medical sector, and the growing number of residents flocking to Texas have primed the investment waters for in-state and out-of-state real estate investors. …
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5 Things Real Estate Investors Should Know About Denton County, TX
I’ve been in Denton nearly 10 years. Managing properties here since 2007, I’ve learned not just the best place to buy a house, but also the best place to buy a burger. It’s home. It’s also a real estate investor’s jackpot. In fact, Denton County ranks as the #4 best city to relocate to in the US – …
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Full-Service Property Management Fees: What’s Fair?
Property management groups offer everything from full-service management to little more than DIY home rental. But when you’re looking at percentage fees, how do you measure what’s fair?
What Is Full-Service Property Management?
To decide which fees are fair, you should first gain an understanding …
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What Effect Is Airbnb Having on Your Rental Properties?
In the past, travelers were limited to booking a stay at a local hotel or, in some cases, renting a vacation home/condo. Today, however, the tides are changing: an increasing number of travelers have begun utilizing Airbnb for their accommodation needs.
What Is Airbnb and How Does It Work? …
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Why You Should Buy Investment Properties in These Fast-Growing North Texas Cities
When people think of Texas, they often envision 10-gallon hats and cowboys roaming the open plains. Very few think of the number of growing Texas cities that are driving the state's economy and population. Between 2011 and 2012, five of the ten fastest-growing cities in the United States were …
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Fundrise Guest Post: Real Estate Investing and Changing Technology
We're excited to share our post, 3 Ways Technology Is Radically Changing Real Estate Investing, was recently published on Fundrise! Technological innovation has opened up a number of opportunities in many industries, and real estate investing is no exception. Click the link below to check out the …
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How to File Taxes on Out-of-State Investment Property
Taxes can become quite complicated when you own a rental property in another state or country. In fact, your rental income might be subject to both federal and state taxes. Not only will you need to report income generated within your state of residence, but you might also need to report income …
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Visiting Dallas? These 11 Top Dallas Restaurants Are Worth Every Penny
When our long-distance investors visit Dallas, they often ask us which restaurants to try. Luckily, Dallas has a luxury of choice when it comes to where to dine out. To really experience the authentic flavor of the city, try one of these top Dallas restaurants that we often recommend to …
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7 Reasons It’s a Great Time to Be a Landlord in Dallas/Ft. Worth
The economic forecast for the Dallas-Fort Worth area is almost as hot as the summer temperatures. It's a great time to be a landlord in the DFW metroplex. Here are seven reasons we think you should consider purchasing a Dallas investment property:
1. Companies are moving to Dallas, Fort Worth and …
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How to Buy Out-of-Country Investment Properties in North Texas
The United States is the place to invest right now. In fact, many international investors are moving money into US real estate, particularly in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, to diversify their investments. Others have been investing for a while now and want to seize the opportunities of DFW’s …
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