Steve Matcau Century 21 First Coast Jacksonville

06/04/2021

Watch this short video before putting your home up for sale.

If you’re ready to put your home up for sale, know this: Buyers and their agents are going to zero in on all those things that need doing. Here’s how to stay ahead of them.

06/02/2021

Rehab or bridge loans are short-term mortgages that real estate investors use to buy, repair, and flip a house.

Ready to fix and flip a home but need funding to get started? We reviewed and compared the best house flipping loans based on qualifications, terms, fees, and more.

06/01/2021

When does buying an extended warranty make sense? Find out here.

Experts weigh in on the "should you or shouldn't you" dilemma of buying an extended warranty. When does it make sense, and when can you skip it?

06/01/2021

Great read for someone deciding where to invest.

There's an ongoing debate over whether real estate is a better investment than the stock market. We compared the two over the past three decades.

05/30/2021

If your initial cost estimate seems high, you can lower it through value engineering. Find out how here.

Savvy layout changes and beautiful design choices result in kitchens that work better for their households

05/29/2021

Unless you have a crystal ball, you cannot predict the next market crash. With these tips, you won't have to.

The fear of the unknown holds a lot of investors back. So how do you beat it? With the secret wise investors have been using for years: the BRRRR method.

05/29/2021

05/28/2021

Tips on how to ensure this is your first investment property and not your last.

If you know a property will only rent for $1,000 per month then you know you can only pay about $100,000 for that home. So you can work the number forward and backward.

05/27/2021

It's important to have a clear understanding of how to factor the costs when deciding whether you should improve your property.

Deciding whether to sell your home as is or to upgrade it first can be overwhelming. Consider these factors in unloading your place for the most money.

05/26/2021

One of the easiest ways to streamline your search is to skip viewing homes that are likely duds.

If you're looking for a home, keep your eyes peeled for these warning signs something could be amiss.