Rehab Real Estate is your perfect guide to the exciting and lucrative world of real estate investing. Whether you're into rehabbing houses, property investment buying, or fix and flip, we'll teach you everything you need to know so that you'll earn MAXIMUM PROFIT in each and every deal.
Rehabbing houses has become a reprieve for those who are looking for an additional source of income amid the tough times. They see real estate investing as a way to secure their financial standing. And why not, it pays handsomely. Here are the kinds of properties you can fix and flip today.
Fixer upper homes are first on the line. These are basically properties that are in disrepair and are very cheap. Owners of these properties are usually struggling financially and could not afford to fund repairs. Other owners opt to rent or move to other places and thus see repairs as a waste of money. You’ll find scores of fixer upper homes across the country and one could be in your neighborhood.
When buying these types of properties, choose those that only need cosmetic repairs. These are minor repairs needed merely to beautify a home and raise its value. Examples of cosmetic repairs are applying a new coat of paint, laying out new carpeting, and improving outdoor landscapes. Addition of appliances, faucets and other plumbing fixtures, and electrical fixtures may also be considered as cosmetic repair.
It is given that fixer upper homes have damages but you should always be on the lookout for structural repairs. Structural repairs are those that are considered major and could eat up your repair budget. If the roof has a few broken shingles, then that won’t cost you much. But if the whole roof needs to be replaced, reconsider buying that fixer upper as it might cost you a fortune. Tearing down or putting walls is also considered a major and expensive repair. Termite infestation can be a headache, depending on the magnitude.
Apart from fixer upper homes, you can also buy REOs, or real estate owned properties. These are houses repossessed by banks from owners who failed to settle financial obligations like mortgage. A lot of these houses need very little cosmetic fix and flip. Houses up for a short sale might work a well.
Inherited houses are ideal properties to fix and flip. Many owners prefer to sell these houses at very low prices. You can also target properties of divorcees. These homes are often easy to purchase as owners want to dispose of them, due to financial and emotional factors.
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