Managing a property in Florida is different than managing a property anywhere else. That's why is important to have a local team that understands the extreme seasonal changes that your property has to endure. During our conversation, Doug Patch and Alvin Taveras discuss how Sherlock home helps it's clients with their Florida pest control & irrigation needs.
With the growth of Build 2 Rent reaching increasing popularity among real estate investors, we sat down with Ariane Godby to discuss the benefits of this growing trend. During this interview, we discuss how Ariane came up the ranks, the benefits of Build 2 Rent and Southern Impression Homes.
Cape Coral, FL is a great market for investing in real estate but you will have to have the right team together to your maximize profits. During this interview we speak with Ashley Simonelli, Broker of Royal Palm Property Management and The Simonelli Real Estate group, to understand how she built her real empire and shares local insight that others can use to do the same.
Here are the top 5 most googled real estate questions answered by Jeff Tumbarello and Alvin Taveras.
1. What the first step of the home buying process?
2. How long does it take to buy a home?
3. What is a seller’s market?
4. What is a buyer’s market?
5. How much do I have to pay an agent to help me buy a house?
Airbnb / Short-Term Rentals may be the biggest cash cow in the real estate industry. With higher rental income and more flexible loan options, it's been the favorite path for those "in the know". With turnkey management solutions available, it may also be less work than you think.
Why is Cape Coral, FL the Cash Flow King? The land is cheap and the rents are high. Cape Coral was ranked 1st in "Happiest Cities in the Nation" and 7th in population growth. To say that Cape Coral is a special place is an understatement. For Build 2 Rent investments, we especially this 4 bedroom 1,828 model. A 4th bedroom adds additional functionality to the home that often generates higher rents while not increasing the purchase price.
Florida is ranked #1 in both jobs and population growth according to USnews. With rents skyrocketing in Florida, many investors are looking to get more units per mortgage. These new builds have a low cost of ownership with no HOA’s, no flood insurance requirements, split utilities, and 2-10 home warranties included.
Introducing Port Charlotte, FL. This rapidly growing coastal city is ranked high in both desirability and affordability. This recreational paradise is ideal for long-term rentals investments in both single-family and multifamily properties. Port Charlotte residents enjoy: Tampa Bay Rays - Spring Training, Malls, Retail Stores, Beaches, Boating & Parks, and Year-Round Sunshine. Port Charlotte is also commuter friendly: with US 41 & I-75 (to Tampa, Sarasota, Fort Myers).
Introducing Gator Circle. A rapidly growing community within Cape Coral, FL. This neighborhood has No HOA or Flood Zone Insurance requirements. Properties have a lower purchase price while getting the same rental rates as other parts of Cape Coral, FL. Investors enjoy excellent market conditions with high rental demand with low low rental inventory.
Whether you are looking to refinance or purchase a Long-term or Short-term rental, Dawn Houser of American Eagle covers it all. Learn creative financing strategies from a local Mortage Broker with over 15 years of experience.
w/ Dawn Houser (Special Guest)
As a real estate investor, you will have to constantly balance risk vs cost. To help you make the best decisions, it's important to have trusted partners you can trust to provide the right guidance. Blake Chapman owner of State Insurance explains how the right insurance decisions can greatly benefit the investor.
w/ Blake Chapman (Special Guest)
Managing a residential rental property should as profitable and transparent as possible. Great Jones is made up of both real estate veterans and technology experts. Their proprietary tools and investment expertise deliver powerful insight and better returns.
w/ CHRISTOPHER LADD (Special Guest)
Build 2 Rent; is quickly becoming the preferred investment strategy for real estate investors. Often time these new construction homes are the same or less than release homes but require less maintenance and can often yield a higher rental rate than their older counterparts.
Reed Schweizer (Special Guest)
How to Become a Real Estate Investor?
Alvin Taveras & Jeff Tumbarello discuss the pros and cons of various real estate investment options including; Flipping, Long Term Rentals, Vacation Rentals, Raw Land, and REITs.
Local Real Estate Sales at Highest Level for August in Five Years with Double-digit Increase in Closed and Price.
Lee County’s housing market saw a significant increase in closings in the single-family category.
Prepare to Sell Fast
In this video, we show all the work my handyman did in my client's home before we put it on the market. To sell your property for the highest amount possible make sure to spruce up your home and fix everything that needs fixing.
How's The Market?
Year-over-year, sales were up by 12.3%. This is the highest number of closed sales for July in more than five years. Price increase by 9.4%. Inventory is significantly down with just a 3.1-month supply.
Build to Rent - Single-Family
● Prices from $206,900
● Great Long-Term Cashflow
● Cap Rates in the 7-9%
● Management starting at 6.5%
● Financing available - End-loan only
● No Repairs / Low Maintenance
● No construction funding needed
Living in Cape Coral, FL truly is like living in paradise. Before buying or investing make sure you understanding all the ins and outs of the area. This video is designed to answer all your top questions.