Investing In Fixer Uppers

Expert money-making advice from the nation's leading fixer-upper guru "Excellent book on the fixer strategy."--John T. Reed, bestselling real estate author "Filled with practical examples of how to profit from rundown fixer-upper properties."--Robert J. Bruss, syndicated real estate columnist Nobody wants to buy an ugly, decrepit, rundown house--which is exactly why they provide real estate investors with the best bargains! In Investing in Fixer-Uppers, nationally known real estate guru Jay DeCima reveals how investors can add thousands of dollars to the value of an "ugly" house. He discusses how to substitute personal skills for traditional down payments, strategies to profit without waiting for appreciation, and dozens of other value-adding tips.

More personal finance than home improvement, this book will teach readers the art of finding the right kinds of homes to purchase; how to determine what kinds of repairs will translate into high returns; how to work with contractors or subcontractors to get the work done; and how to sell properties for a profit.

"Nobody wants to buy an ugly, decrepit, rundown house--which is exactly why they provide real estate investors with the best bargains! In Investing in Fixer-Uppers, nationally known real estate guru Jay DeCima reveals how investors can add thousands of dollars to the value of an "ugly" house"--

From the BusinessWeek bestselling author of Investing in Fixer-Uppers--a plan for building a real estate empire with little or no money down " Fixer Jay" DeCima, the acknowledged king of fixer-uppers, delivers a much-anticipated guide to realizing financial independence through real estate investing. Written in DeCima's trademark folksy style, Start Small, Profit Big in Real Estate provides a complete two-year plan for making it big in real estate starting with little or no money of your own. You'll learn how to: Scout out properties with the highest return Calculate the payoff versus the effort involved in any real estate investment Find motivated sellers who will finance your properties Use leveraging and compounding to utmost advantage Negotiate with sellers and win every time Make big bucks with rental properties

Find it, Buy it, Fix it, 2/e by best selling author Robert Irwin, will not only save readers money, but will also help them make money from fixer-upper properties. This is a one- stop guide for anyone considering the possibility of buying or investing in houses, apartments, and commercial properties that need work. You'll find loads of moneymaking and money- saving advice on how to find the best fixer-uppers, inspect the properties to avoid "money pits", identify ugly duckling properties that need only quick cosmetic fixes. It also provides you with information on how to team with top experts to make deals happen quickly and easily, and make low-ball offers that sellers will accept and structure deals to achieve win-win outcomes. Previous ISBN: 0793116309

Investing in Canadian real estate is a business that requires specialized knowledge in many areas. Once you acquire enough expertise, you can start saving and making money in both good and bad economic times. Dave Ravindra, a successful real estate investor and coach, guides you through the finer steps of real estate investment in this step-by-step guidebook. He explains how you can gain insight into the different types of fixer uppers; pick out the projects that will make the most money; estimate costs involved in various projects; repair the items that will give you the best return. Youll also learn how to choose a real estate agent who can help you accomplish your objectives and how to differentiate between properties that are worth fixing up and properties that arent worth saving. Ravindra has helped thousands of people throughout the world with his specialized knowledge of real estate investments. Hone your understanding of the many facets of real estate with the guidance of Hidden Profits in Fixer Upper Properties.

The smartest investing options for today’s market from a rental property expert Buying and renting out property can generate steady, reliable income year after year. No one knows this better than “Fixer Jay,” the legendary house-fixer and do-it-yourself investor with more than forty-five years of experience. His step-by-step guide shows investors how to find the right property, fix it up, rent it out, increase income by 50 percent, and retire in style.