Real Estate Finance

The more we know about the catastrophic implications of climate change, the more fossil fuels we burn. How did we end up in this mess? In this masterful new history, Andreas Malm claims it all began in Britain with the rise of steam power. But why did manufacturers turn from traditional sources of power, notably water mills, to an engine fired by coal? Contrary to established views, steam offered neither cheaper nor more abundant energy - but rather superior control of subordinate labor.

The subprime mortgage meltdown and subsequent credit crisis not only destroyed investor wealth, but altered the landscape of real-estate investing. While some of yesterday's most favored strategies will not work going forward, savvy real-estate investors can still find great opportunities for growth and profits.

Preparing for the real estate licensing test may be difficult and nerve-racking. That is why I designed this Real Estate License Exam Prep Study Guide in the manner that I did. First and foremost, this book is thorough in that it includes both key content study and assessment practice. Its national key point reviews are a concise summary of tried and tested national concepts and practices that make up the national component of state licensure tests from coast to coast. With this comprehensive guide, you may save time and study only the most often asked questions.

Taking out a mortgage to purchase real estate is a huge decision, one that could affect your family's finances for years to come. This easy-to-follow guide explains how to secure the best and lowest-cost mortgage for your unique situation. Whether you select a 15- or 30-year mortgage, you'll get all the tips and tricks you need to pay it off faster - shortening your payment schedule and saving your hard-earned cash.

After 20 years in the business, Tim and Julie Harris tell the hard truths about what it really takes to make it in real estate. The new, revised edition of Harris Rules outlines specific, actionable, and proven rules of engagement that any agent - rookie or veteran - can count on as they pursue their real-estate funded goals and dreams. Harris Rules lays the groundwork, beginning with how agents need to think about the business.

"The Book on Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investor: The Insider's Guide to Tax Efficiency in Real Estate Investing" is your ultimate resource for real estate investors seeking to unlock the secrets of tax efficiency and maximize their profits. Within this audiobook, you'll find a wealth of expert knowledge and proven strategies that go beyond the basics, empowering you to navigate the complex world of real estate taxation with confidence.

SOLD provides a much-needed look at how successful real estate agents build their business, close deals, and generate commissions. Best-selling author and expert real estate agent David Greene shares everything he wishes someone had shared with him - including the exact processes he used to become rookie of the year and top agent in his office.

Think you know the secrets to real estate success? Think again. In this groundbreaking book, Crystal Stranger debunks the most common myths and misconceptions about real estate investment that have misled even the savviest investors. From the flawed logic of supply and demand to the pitfalls of relying on economic growth and demographic trends, Stranger exposes the truth behind the hype. But she doesn’t just leave you with a list of what not to do. Instead, she reveals unconventional strategies that go against the grain.

You no longer have to trade your time for dollars. A wise person learns from OPE (other people's experiences) and methods. This book will help you discover how to invest in real estate the right way, with proven methods used by thousands of investors across the United States.

Written for real estate agents, teams, brokerages, and franchise owners, The High-Performing Real Estate Team is an indispensable resource that will guide you toward growth while providing you with the resources to reach your goals faster.

Welcome to the other side of the real estate business! Do more deals, maximize your current portfolio to its full potential, and decrease risk - all through mastering finance. Whether it’s through mortgages, student loans, or credit card debt, nearly all of us (especially real estate investors!) are in the note business. The trouble is, most people are on the other side of it: writing checks to note owners rather than cashing checks as note owners. 

This guide will give you the information you need to take your real estate investing business to the next level. In this audiobook you will learn different strategies from some of the top real estate investors in the business, including marketing, wholesaling, renting, rehabbing, using private money, and more.

In recent years the young, educated, and affluent have surged back into cities, reversing decades of suburban flight and urban decline. And yet all is not well, Richard Florida argues in The New Urban Crisis. Florida demonstrates how the same forces that power the growth of the world's superstar cities also generate their vexing challenges: gentrification, unaffordability, segregation, and inequality.

Because of the way technology has impacted real estate sales, buyers and sellers have greater access to information and even the ability to direct the sales process. While knowing market information is helpful in real estate sales, most people still lack a key aspect: expertise. By presenting an inside view on sales, McLaughlin provides a guide for maximizing the value of the sale and purchase of homes.

Have you ever thought about Real Estate investing as a path to financial freedom? Have you kicked around the idea but felt you were too busy with work and family responsibilities? This audiobook reveals how buying and holding rental properties will create a second income that can, in time, allow you to quit your day job. It worked for me and it can work for you too.

In spite of what you might've heard, building passive wealth with CRE is much simpler than you think. All you need is an effective plan of action and the willpower to make your investment successful. So, just by following the proven strategies, tips, and tactics inside this great book, you'll be more than halfway there.

Rod is a seasoned and passionate real estate investor who has personally owned and managed more than 2,000 properties. Rod has combined his passion for real estate investing with his personal philosophies of self-actualization, goal setting, envisioning, and manifesting success to become one of America’s top real estate investment professionals. 

Running a successful real estate brokerage firm is a juggling act. You need expertise in your practice area to provide services to clients. You also need the know-how to run a small business. You've probably been well prepared by your education or experience for the technical ins and outs of operating a real estate brokerage. Yet what training has prepared you to run a business? The E-Myth Real Estate Brokerage fills this knowledge gap, giving you a complete toolkit for either starting a real estate company from scratch or maximizing an existing company's performance.

Volume II of The Multifamily Millionaire series is the definitive guide to investing in large multifamily properties - all based on the authors’ experience of starting with nothing and building their real estate portfolios to thousands of units. Brian Murray (author of Crushing It in Apartments and Commercial Real Estate) and Brandon Turner (cohost of The BiggerPockets Podcast) share the secrets to their success in large multifamily investing with proven methods and practical advice that will help take your investment strategies to the next level.

The Real Estate Marketing Playbook was inspired by observations and experiences over many years in the real estate business. Concise sections get right to the point and offer actionable advice. You'll receive a brief overview of each tactic, learn about best practices, and in most sections, you'll hear from experts as they chime in on their struggles and successes.