Cheryl Nightingale - Monarch Realty Group, LLC

Real estate investing is gaining popularity in Bourne, and if you've been giving it some thought, this guide will give you an overview. The goal of any real estate investor is  typically  to make money. This means purchasing an investment property at a good price so you can rent it out and maybe eventually sell it for a profit.  Real estate investing is an  ever changing  game. To get and stay ahead and make consistent money, you'll need to do your homework. Here are 10 things to know: 1) Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage When you get a mortgage pre-approval first, there are some benefits you can take advantage of, financial benefits being a big one. Once you're pre-approved, most lenders will lock in an interest rate for you, so if rates go up while you're conducting your property search, you'll enjoy your lower, locked-in rate. When it comes to demonstrating your seriousness to a potential seller, having a pre-approved mortgage could get you prefer...

As the Bourne real estate landscape changes over the years, buyers, sellers, and homeowners have started doing more with less house. Here are a few simple tips for getting the most out of your humble abode: Use walls and ceilings. Optimize your floor space by getting as many things as possible off of it. Hang your bicycle from the wall or ceiling. Install shelves for books and other items over doorways and, if possible, in walls themselves. Use the space above your kitchen cabinets for unused appliances, empty boxes, and china sets. Take advantage of corners, which are underused and provide a lot of storage space if used properly. Brighten things up. The more light you let into a room, the more spacious it will appear. If you have access to natural light, take advantage of it with sheer window curtains. If not, be sure each room is well-lit with lamps, chandeliers, and sconces. When it comes to paint, darker shades tend to impose on space. Instead, opt for lighter, softer...