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5 Tips for a Successful Property Flip in The Inland Empire

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While flipping is a great way to make a quick profit, this endeavor requires realistic expectations and well-laid-out plans for every step of the process in advance. All too often, wide-eyed first-time buyers entering the fix and flip market are excited by television shows that make the process appear quick and easy.  While it is … Continued

Credibility as a Real Estate Investor is Essential in The Inland Empire

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Credibility in any business is imperative to gain the confidence of colleagues and consumers. The investment real estate market is a high stakes world of big money and a lot of competition. Building credibility as a real estate investor in The Inland Empire, helps you capitalize on deals and find the right partners when necessary. … Continued

Buyers Lingo 101 | The Inland Empire Real Estate | Saker Investments

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If you are considering buying a home in The Inland Empire, you need to understand the terminology being used. Check out our guide to buyers lingo, so you can feel like a pro… even if you’re a first-time buyer! Buyers Lingo 101 Abstract of Title – This will basically give you a full paper trail of the property’s ownership. … Continued

Buying a House | Drawbacks and Benefits of an HOA in California

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HOA’s often get a bad rap. In reality, they can help to provide a wonderful environment to call home. There are many benefits and amenities the come along with living in a community with an HOA, however, it’s not the right living situation for everyone.  In our latest post, we will discuss the drawbacks and benefits of an … Continued

5 Tips to Build Credibility in the Real Estate Market in California

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Being a professional in the real estate market requires gaining the trust of a wide variety of people from other agents to clients and business partners. Trust is rooted in credibility; without it, no one has any confidence that you will follow through as promised. Here are 5 tips to build credibility in the real … Continued

4 Tips for Investing in Single-Family Properties in The Inland Empire

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The debate never cools: is it better (financially) to invest in multi-family or single-family properties? That’s like asking whether a hammer is better than a screwdriver. The answer is, of course …it depends. It depends on the job at hand, the materials and fasteners available, and what you’re trying to accomplish. But if, after doing … Continued

3 Warning Signs To Buying A “Lemon” Home In The Inland Empire

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You’ve found what seems like the perfect home – either for investment purposes or to move into – and you really, really want it. This is one time, though, when your head should definitely rule your heart, when intellect should over-ride emotion. You need to take the time to make sure you aren’t buying a … Continued

Fix and Flip or Buy and Hold: 3 Differences in The Inland Empire

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Of all the possible avenues for involvement in the real estate investing arena, house flipping and longer-term investing are the most popular and common. In recent years, fixing and flipping houses has become hugely popular owing in large part to the influence of TV shows like Flip This House. Still, the tried-and-true (and steady) method … Continued

Home Buying Checklist | Saker Investments

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The home buying process can seem overwhelming and stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right information and some preparation, the process can go smoothly and without any hiccups. In our latest post, we sum it all up for you with our home buying checklist. We want to help you find and purchase your … Continued