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CASH OUT REFINANCING: A great tool for the real estate investor.

Here at Freedom Real Estate Group, we get this question all the time: “How can I get more cash to buy more properties?” Beyond taking out a loan or selling another property, one of the best tools for real estate investors to get more cash is a cash out refinance – or a cash our…

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in Appraisals, Business, Dayton, Financing, Franklin, Middletown, Ohio, Property Rehab, Real Estate Investing, Turnkey Investments

The Art of Appraisals and Why They’re Not Always Accurate

Appraisals are truly an art; not a science. What one appraiser says is worth $100,000, another appraiser could say it’s worth $130,000. So why would an appraisal come in below the purchase price? Lets dive into this first with the definition of an appraisal. Real estate appraisal, property valuation or land valuation is the process of developing an opinion…

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in Appreciation, Business, Cap Rates, Cash Flow, Cash on Cash, Cincinnati, Dayton, Dayton, Entrepreneur, Financing, Franklin, Inspections, Investment Calculations, Investment Strategies, Marketing, Middletown, Ohio, Property Management, Property Rehab, Real Estate Investing, Rehab Standards, Turnkey Investments

Top 5 Turnkey Investing Questions That You Were Too Embarrassed to Ask

Investing as a whole is not for the “faint of heart.” Here at Freedom Real Estate Group, we begin every turnkey investing relationship with a Turnkey Strategy Session call with one of our Ohio market experts. During this time, we listen and answer any questions our investors may have. Here is a list of our…

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in Business, Cash Flow, Dayton, Dayton, Financing, Franklin, Investment Strategies, Middletown, Ohio, Real Estate Investing, Turnkey Investments

Purchasing Turnkey Properties with Cash vs. Financing

If you visit our dedicated turnkey website – www.TurnkeyOhio.com – you will notice that some properties are marked “Cash Only” and some are marked “Financing or Cash.” So, what’s the difference? Is there an advantage to buying with cash? Let’s break it down.   It all has to do with the appraisal. With a finance…

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in Appreciation, Business, Cash Flow, Dayton, Entrepreneur, Financing, Franklin, Investment Calculations, Investment Strategies, Middletown, Ohio, Real Estate Investing, Turnkey Investments

For Turnkey Investing, is Cash Flow or Appreciation a Better Strategy?

With turnkey property investing, there are at least two different strategies. Arguably, the two most popular strategies to invest in turnkey rental properties are cash flow and appreciation. But, is there a winner with these two? Is there a true better way to invest in turnkey real estate? We think so. (If you just want…

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in Cap Rates, Cash on Cash, Financing, Investment Calculations, Real Estate Investing, Turnkey Investments

Cap Rate vs. Cash On Cash – What’s the Difference?

Different strokes for different folks. Different calculations for different situations and comparisons. There is a difference between cap rates and cash on cash return and here’s what it is. WHAT IS A CAP RATE? Cap rate – or capitalization rate – is a measure of profitability of a real estate investment. More simply, it is how…

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in Business, Entrepreneur, Financing, Real Estate Investing, Taxes, Turnkey Investments

How to Save at Tax Time with Rental Properties

Can you feel the tension? If not, your accountant definitely can. It’s tax season. The deadline to file last year’s taxes is just days away. Many investors love turnkey rental properties because they offer a hands-free, cash flowing investment. But did you know there are fantastic tax advantages to owning rental properties? In fact, real…

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