So you're thinking of investing in real estate? If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to make a profit on an investment, you should find something else to invest in. Real estate investment is time-consuming. And, like with most investments, you never know what’s...
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Make Good Investments: Positive Cash Flow & Cash-on-Cash Return
If you’re thinking about investing in real estate, there’s a lot of things to keep in mind. Plus, a lot of numbers to crunch. While it’s important to consider every variable, there are a few simple formulas that will guarantee you’re not making a terrible investment....
Is It Better to Rent or Buy a House?
https://www.trelora.com/blog/2018/07/how-to-build-your-credit-score/We all reach that decision at some point in our lives; do I keep renting, or bite the bullet and buy a house? There are pros and cons to each side of the renting vs buying a home debate, and a lot of it will depend on your particular situation. However, there are some...
How to Build Your Credit Score
To say that buying a house is a big financial commitment would be an incredible understatement. Deciding to buy a house or a second home in the mountains is the easy part. Actually reaching a point where a lender will help you finance this decision, now that's hard...
What Impacts Your Credit Score?
So, sure, you know that everyone has a credit score. But what is yours? And what impacts your credit score? Your score can range from 350 to 850 and is entirely dependent on your past financial decisions. If you are considering buying a home, your credit score is...
How Much Are Real Estate Commissions & Average Real Estate Agent Fees?
We get asked frequently, "How much are real estate commissions?" or, "What is the commission you pay to a real estate agent to help you buy or sell a home?" Most people think the answer is around 6%, split between the buyer’s and seller’s agent which is usually...
What is Included in a Home Appraisal?
By now, you hopefully know that a home appraisal is an important part of the home buying and selling process and what happens on a home appraisal. But what is included in the home appraisal? The final report will generally cover the following items: Size and condition...
How is a Home Appraisal Done?
Now that you know what a home appraisal is, you're probably wondering how is a home appraisal done? An appraiser is required to take several steps to determine a property’s value. He or she will visit the property in-person and review recent sales of comparable homes....
2018 Real Estate Commission Report
Have you ever wondered how much is paid in Real Estate commissions every year? Stop wondering! TRELORA launched its inaugural Real Estate Commission Report earlier today and the findings are astounding. The report takes a look at the top 10 real estate markets across...