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As we all know, Silicon Valley is an incredible real estate market. In the last few decades, the tech industry significantly impacted home values and made the area a great place for real estate investment. Coldwell Banker even revealed that Los Altos (a city in Silicon Valley) was the most expensive market in the entire…

Since 2008, navigating the real estate market has required more delicacy than walking through a china shop blindfolded. While real estate, like the financial markets, will always hold an air of mystery to the average person, stability may be on its way this year. But why 2015? It seems that for years, “experts” and “insiders”…

We are always looking for ways to be more successful and to inspire success in others. Many studies show that success starts at the very beginning of the day. One psychologist says that willpower is like a muscle – it can become fatigued from overuse. By the end of the day, it’s harder to have…

  Throughout my career as a Real Estate Investor, I’ve realized that a healthy body and mind are critical to my success. Over the years of negotiating with sellers, speaking at seminars, and coaching students, I’d find myself needing quick relief without having the time to run out to the pharmacy. Luckily my wife Tammy…

When it comes to Foreclosure Investing, it is absolutely crucial for you to know the rules and laws in your area. Knowing them will not only help you in your search for a seller and your hunt for a great purchase, but equally important… knowing the rules will keep you out of trouble! Here’s an…

A number of real estate investors choose to buy, fix and sell properties because it offers a quick way to earn on a property holding. However, when they actually get down to rehabbing it, they realize it is more trouble than they had bargained for. And, it is worse when despite all the effort, time…

Marko breaks down what happens when you buy a house, and the seller refuses to move out. The rule of thumb for these situations is to not close on the property until the seller as physically moved out. So what do you do if your stubborn seller refuses? Watch to find out!

I just came across a 52 page report by The Joint Center For Housing Studies of Harvard University. For those seasoned investors with buy and hold properties serving as rentals or focused on the rental niche market, a very detailed, yet very good read. For many, there is an allure to renting. There is a…

Marko breaks down misconceptions regarding sending out marketing pieces in the mail. Also discover the power behind hand-addressing mail as opposed to printing labels.