Zack Childress Tip of the Week….What to Avoid in Real Estate Investing

By Zack Childress | Real Estate

Jul 14

Zack childress-I hope you have been getting alot out of these email I have been sending you. I know they are short, but I write when I have good idea and think about something I just went through.

Keep your eyes open for more great tips from me. . . .

For beginners, real estate investing is never a walk in the park. It has a lot of risks. There are numerous companies that sell property investments for novices but the question would strike you with the trust that they impose. This is a beginner´s investment guide for one to realize the things that he or she needs to say “no” to and what should be regarded as false reassurances.

Tip 1 – Scout the area

Before investing in a property, you must first asses the area. Does it have every inch of it being desirable for a family, a couple or an individual to live in or is it what your investor is looking for? For beginners, you must first try to settle on the ones that´s “safe”. Ignore those that have risks attached to it. Stick to the properties with good reputation. Areas having good reputations will not cover any mortgage therefore looking for an area where figures do stack up is more appropriate. You have to be very careful with individuals and companies who indulge in selling properties that looks ancient or having lots of deserted houses or was known to be an area having illegal activities like drug trafficking and so on. These kinds of properties are fine but if you don´t have any kind of background yet, stick to the safest areas offered.

Tip 2 – Trust no one

Ask yourself this – do I have the money to afford the property of my choice? Commissions come in huge packages. Individuals or companies have ways of creatively getting your attention and dodging you into agreeing with their offer. Some of the truths are hidden lies that often make you think that you can afford a particular property where in fact, it will lead you to bankruptcy. If you think you can´t afford the property, don´t accept the offer. Turn it down. You will have a certain gut feeling about this, rest assured. Don´t be easily swept with seemingly wise words and sweet nothings. Follow your own pace. However, pushing yourself to achieving your goals will lead you in achieving learning and development.

Tip 3 – Ask

Don´t be afraid to pop out a question especially for those who are saying so much. If an agent or a certain individual offers you something, ask the person if he or she has invested in the property that he or she is offering. If they have, then, it proves that the property is and will be a good investment. But if they haven´t invested in anything that they claim, pop another question. Sometimes, what companies and agents offer will speak for themselves. Think, if what they offer are so fantastic, then why haven´t they invested on it? Until they have satisfied your questions, might as well turn down the offer.

Tip 4 – Be on your guard

There are a lot of people who will go into such lengths such as fooling other people for their benefit. You shouldn´t be fooled by what companies claim about property masters or gurus for these may lure you into believing nothing. In real estate investing, you have to always be on your guard to avoid certain decisions that can lead you into a predicament.
Following these simple tips will definitely guide you into having a more profitable and risk-free deal. These tips will give you a head start.

Until Next Time,

Zack Childress
Real Estate Coach

www.AutomatedRealEtateSystems.com
www.REISuccessCoaching.com

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Zack Childress is a 10 year real estate investing veteran. He invests in 7 different markets simultaneously and doesn’t need to travel all the time to these 7 markets because he invests virtually. He’s coined a system where he doesn’t put any cash or credit down for his deals and he can buy and sell the property in just 7 days. You can get more details about this no money down strategy here. http://www.co-wholesaling.com