www.REIClub.com – Should Investors Get Licensed As Real Estate Agents? Check Out the Pros and Cons of Investors Getting Their Real Estate License… Benefits Being licensed as a real estate agent provides: * MLS Access – property comps, searches, history, no waiting on agent, agent investors can list properties, * Commissions – collect commissions on purchases, sales, leasing * Rights, Privileges – grants you all rights and privileges of agents – representation, commissions, property manager, etc. * Control – deal direct with sellers, agents, title companies, lenders, appraisers, inspectors, etc., control all aspects of deal including marketing, showings, closings, etc. * Credibility – real estate agents have increased credibilty with sellers, buyers, tenants, other professionals with licenses Cons: Investors who get their real estate license face additional… * Education – although minimal still must take classes, exams, and continue education * Costs – fees for education, exams, annual fees for MLS & Realtor certification, broker fees, insurance * Disclosures – required to protect yourself, but agent standard should be minimum anyway * Paperwork – agents have requirements for paperwork if representing others, may have to use state-approved documents How many properties you plan to buy/sell/lease, whether you’re part-time or full-time and your state-specific requirements will determine if getting an agent license is right for you. Don’t just listen to someone else – do …
The potential for future capital growth is the number one incentive for Queensland property investors, according to the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ).
The Australian property market will be resilient in 2011, despite facing a number of challenges and negative sentiment, according to Wakelin Property Advisory.
Investors with properties in north Queensland and West Australia may feel like they’re in the eye of more investment turmoil, but the cyclones heading towards the coast may not have the devastating consequences that were seen after the Brisbane floods.
www.investorsedge.com.au Here Jarrad Mahon from Investors Edge Real Estate, discusses the importance of always considering your homes resale value when making any improvements. Just because you place a high perceived value on something does not mean the market will. Consult a highly experienced real estate agent before making any property improvements to ensure your getting biggest bang for you buck! For more property tips, education, Perth market updates and exclusive invitations and opportunities… Join the EDGE Newsletter at- http Please leave your comments, we value your feedback.
www.revnyou.com Listen as Julie Broad of Rev N You tells the story of why their investment strategy is like a Honda Civic not a Ferrari Enzo, learn about their first real estate investment AND get three tips to start building your successful life as a real estate investor … three things you can do RIGHT NOW to start real estate investing.
The recent flooding in Brisbane has had both negative and positive consequences for Queensland property investors, with some suffering enormous loss, while others have made huge gains.
It’s the week before Santa comes to town, and most of us are flat out buying presents, decorating the Christmas tree and enjoying end of year functions. The last thing on many people’s minds is buying another property. But even though it’s an expensive time of year for both Santa and parents, investors might actually save themselves a fortune if they spend the silly season finding a sensible investment.
Subject To Real Estate Investing strategies may soon come to an end, if two huge industry groups have their way. Legislation has been proposed and advanced which effectively bans Subject-To Real Estate Investment transactions, and all real estate investors must be prepared to act. This is a serious legal threat. Please review this information right away so that you and other real estate investors will retain the options of performing Subject-To real estate investment transactions.
