Whether you’re handling a monthly rent payment, a security deposit, or a hefty sum related to a property purchase, many different types of real estate deals involve money changing hands. According to Andrew Shader, safe money transfer should always be a top priority whether you’re the sender or the receiver. …

House flipping, while full of financial risk, can be a lucrative venture if you choose the right property and have the right strategy to build value. …

Wondering whether you should even consider purchasing a home during the current rate of inflation? According to real estate pro Andrew Shader, there are some key reasons why you shouldn’t feel too deterred by inflation when you’re considering new property ownership. Very few positives come along with inflation. It feels…

Before you make a big move, it’s important to get a gauge on current home prices, how they’ve shifted in the recent past, and how they’re expected to shift in the future. …

The past two years have seen dramatic increases in home appreciation rates. This has meant that home sellers were able to sell their homes for considerably more than even just a few years ago. The market is starting to stabilize, with more moderate home value increases. …

The Great Recession brought about a crash in the real estate market and general uncertainty about the economy for millions of people. The fear that this might happen again during the COVID-19 pandemic inspired the federal government to institute a forbearance program. …

Andrew Shader recognizes that flipping properties and renting them out are both viable but different investment strategies. Your overall goals should determine which investment strategy is most optimal for your situation. Owning real estate properties while actively renting them out offers passive income and the ability to accumulate wealth over…

When homebuyers ask how much of a down payment they need to purchase a home, the typical answer is 20%. This number is a common misconception, though, at least according to Andrew Shader. In a recent Lending Tree survey, consumers were asked what the biggest hurdle is that they face…

There appears to be a rise in the number of headlines touting the unaffordability of housing in America. Is it actually true? In this article, real estate investor Andrew Shader discusses what affordability means and uncovers the truth behind housing affordability. The price of a home is important, for sure…