For the new investor beginning their journey investing in real estate, here is a quick introduction. Click each video below. Click on square in lower right corner to enlarge to Full Screen. Click Esc button to return to normal.

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1. what real estate is as an investment, and how it plays a part.

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2. Core differences between residential and commercial property; including lending.

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3. Residential property differences are number of units, and attached or detached.

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4. Quantitative and qualitative characteristics of properties.

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5. Two types of returns and elements to determine property cash flow.

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6. Real estate increases over time – it’s called appreciation. This happens in every city, and at different rates. This is called “the market cycle”.

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7. Leverage is getting a loan. Combined with appreciation is one of the biggest money maker investments available.

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8. When investing look to your situation, build the right team, find the right property, and set yourself to be successful long term.

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9. Assess your situation. Determine your motivation and ability to purchase. Make sure you have the skills necessary for the investment to be successful.

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10. The importance of market evaluation and location within a city. Make a reasonable offer that works for you, and requalify the property while in escrow. Then what to do after you own the property.

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11. Before you buy start with education, frugality, and invest with a long-term mindset.