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Family Matters: Why NOT to Borrow From Friends And Family
18 Jun 2016

Family Matters: Why NOT to Borrow From Friends And Family

by James @ Glassridge | posted in: Uncategorized | 0

“Lend money to an enemy, and you will gain him. Lend money to a friend, and you will lose him”. Although I’m para-phrasing this quote, thought to be from Benjamin Franklin, it is as true now as it was back … Continued

Declassified: The Loan Closing Process
6 May 2016

Declassified: The Loan Closing Process

by James @ Glassridge | posted in: Creative Real Estate Financing | 0

We’re all familiar with the phrase, but what exactly does “loan closing” mean? With this blog, I’ll attempt to tell you all there is to know about it. The home loan closing process may be lengthier than you think, so … Continued

Lookin’ Good: 8 Inexpensive Ways To Increase Curb Appeal
15 Apr 2016

Lookin’ Good: 8 Inexpensive Ways To Increase Curb Appeal

by James @ Glassridge | posted in: Real Estate Investment Strategies | 0

Although typically the main focus for most investors is to bring the interior of the rehab project up to code, as well as have it arranged with the latest in local fashions, you also should dedicate some time and money to improve the … Continued

4 Creative Ways Real Estate Investors Profit From Hard Money
1 Apr 2016

4 Creative Ways Real Estate Investors Profit From Hard Money

by James @ Glassridge | posted in: Uncategorized | 0

Although a simple Fix & Flip is typically the most common use for a Hard Money Loan, there are several other profitable techniques for Real Estate Investors to utilize. Expand your portfolio by employing a variety of these applications in … Continued

House Flipping On The Rise, But What’s Up With Las Vegas?
7 Mar 2016

House Flipping On The Rise, But What’s Up With Las Vegas?

by James @ Glassridge | posted in: Uncategorized | 0

According to a February report from Trulia’s Research Blog, house flipping has mostly recovered to stable, pre-bubble rates. However, there are a couple major anomalies: Miami, Florida and Las Vegas, Nevada; which we’ll explore in detail in today’s article.

Countdown: Top 5 Reasons Investors Won’t Qualify For Hard Money Loans
11 Feb 2016

Countdown: Top 5 Reasons Investors Won’t Qualify For Hard Money Loans

by James @ Glassridge | posted in: Uncategorized | 0

There seems to be a shroud of mystery involving Hard Money. I mean, there are people that argue over the difference between Hard money and Private Money. (Mind you, they are the very same thing). It is this confusion that can … Continued

Dallas/Fort-Worth And Austin Are 2016’s Hottest Real Estate Markets [Urban Land Institute]
21 Jan 2016

Dallas/Fort-Worth And Austin Are 2016’s Hottest Real Estate Markets [Urban Land Institute]

by James @ Glassridge | posted in: Uncategorized | 0

According to an excellent report co-published by PwC US and the Urban Land Institute, the Dallas/Fort-Worth and Austin areas are 2016’s real estate markets to watch. The report, which was compiled by a team of researchers at both PwC and … Continued

Interests Rates, the Economy, and Real Estate Investing
7 Dec 2015

Interests Rates, the Economy, and Real Estate Investing

by James @ Glassridge | posted in: Uncategorized | 0

Visio Lending CEO, Jeff Ball, wrote a great article last week reviewing some important reports from the Federal Reserve. Entitled “Mortgage Rates, The Economy & its Effect on Real Estate Investors,” the article makes some astute observations about 30 year … Continued

Who Uses Hard Money, And Why? 10 Hard Money Borrower Scenarios
17 Nov 2015

Who Uses Hard Money, And Why? 10 Hard Money Borrower Scenarios

by James @ Glassridge | posted in: Uncategorized | 0

There seems to be a shroud of mystery associated with Hard Money. One of our core principles at Glassridge is total transparency and as such, I will now shed some light on just exactly what Hard Money is, who uses … Continued

6 Simple Tips On How To Achieve Financial Freedom Through Real Estate Investing
20 Aug 2015

6 Simple Tips On How To Achieve Financial Freedom Through Real Estate Investing

by James @ Glassridge | posted in: Uncategorized | 0

How important is your personal finance and how much influence does it have on your efforts to build your own personal wealth? If building wealth is a tool you intend to use for your financial independence, then your personal finance will definitely be the day-to-day … Continued

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