Exit Strategies for Hard Money Loans
Let's take a look at some strategic exits that a real estate investor could keep in mind while in the process of acquiring a hard money loan.
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5 Things to Know about Bridge Loans for Real Estate Investors
What are bridge loans and what are the key things to know about it? Here's a quick article about real estate bridge loans.
ARV, LTV, and LTC: The Key Metrics for a Successful Fix and Flip
Let’s break down the 3 key fix and flip metrics, understand how they work together, calculate them, and see why they’re essential for fix and flip success.
3 Technology Trends for Real Estate Investors this 2024
Here are 3 trends that shape real estate technology this 2024.
DSCR loans: What is it and how it works?
Learn all about DSCR loans, what is it, and how real estate investors can benefit from it.
10 Interior Design Trends to Inspire House Flippers this 2024
Need design ideas for your next fix and flip? Here are 10 interior design trends for house flippers.
How to Buy San Antonio Investment Property in 2024
In this guide, discover why San Antonio, Texas remains a top choice for real estate investment; see market trends, and hot neighborhoods for 2024.
How to Buy Fort Worth Investment Property in 2024
A quick look at the 2024 Fort Worth, Texas real estate market. See the latest market trends for 2024, the hot neighborhoods, and how to buy property.
How to Buy Dallas Investment Property in 202
Insights, market trends, and latest data on Dallas real estate market. Plus hot neighborhoods in the area. Discover in this guide.
10 Housing Market Trends Real Estate Investors Must Know
The latest housing trends every savvy investor must know.
How to Buy Investment Property in Arlington TX in 2024
Get insights on Arlington Texas real estate market--trends, hot neighborhoods, and more in this guide on Arlington real estate investment.
How to Buy Investment Property in Beaumont TX in 2024
Learn about Beaumont Texas real estate market trends, hot neighborhoods, and more in this guide on Beaumont real estate investment.
How to Buy Investment Property in Irving TX in 2024
Get insights on Irving Texas real estate market--trends, hot neighborhoods, and more in this guide on Irving real estate investment.
How to Buy Investment Property in El Paso TX in 2024
Learn about El PasoTexas real estate market trends, hot neighborhoods, and more in this guide on El Paso real estate investment.
How to Buy Investment Property in Plano TX in 2024
Get insights on El Plano Texas real estate market--trends, hot neighborhoods, and more in this guide on El Plano real estate investment.
How to Buy Investment Property in Waco TX in 2024
Get insights on Waco Texas real estate market trends, hot neighborhoods, and more in this guide on Waco real estate investment.
How to Buy Investment Property in Austin TX in 2024
Discover Austin Texas real estate market trends this 2024; the hot neighborhoods, and how to invest in this guide on Austin real estate investment.
A Guide to Real Estate Comps: What is it and How to Find Them?
Let's talk about real estate comps, how they are used, factors to consider, and how to find them in this article.
How to Buy Houston Real Estate Investment Property in 2024
Get fresh insights on Houston Texas real estate market--trends, hot neighborhoods, and more in this guide on Houston real estate investment.
Where to Buy Investment Properties in Texas in 2024
Texas real estate market trends and hot places in Texas to buy investment property in 2024.
Maximizing Cash Flow: Tips for Managing Rental properties
Useful tips for renting out your investment property whether for long-term or short-term rental. Check it out here.
What is a Better Investment: Single-Family or Multi-Family Unit?
What is a better investment option: single-family home or a multi-family property? Consider the pros and cons here.
Ground-Up Financing: What is it and how does it work?
What is a ground-up loan, how is it funded, and how different is it from other types of hard money loan? Read here.
Case Study: Spring, Texas Flip Project
Let’s take a look at a recently completed fix and flip project financed by a short-term residential loan from Longleaf Lending.
Case Study: Houston, Texas Flip Project
Take a look at this case study of a 3-bedroom property purchased and rehabbed using a Fix & Flip loan from Longleaf Lending.
How to Conduct Due Diligence in Buying Real Estate Investment
Real estate due diligence involves researching, investigating, and verifying the details of the property and its potential as an investment. Learn more.
How to Find Rental Properties for Investment: A Quick Guide
Here are some steps to follow in finding rental properties for either short term or long term rental. Plus some criteria to find a good investment.
Hard Money vs. Private Money Lender: What's the difference?
Two options for real estate investors looking for financing is through hard money and private money lenders: how are the two different?
Case Study: Texas City Fix and Flip
Here's a look at a case study of a fix and flip project in Texas City using a short-term loan from Longleaf Lending.
How to Qualify for a Hard Money Loan with Longleaf Lending
What are the requirements and criteria a real estate investor must follow to qualify for a hard money loan? See our guide from Longleaf Lending.
Real Estate Investment: 20 Must-Know Terms for Beginners
In this article, we will quickly go through some of the words that frequently appear in conversations and transactions related to real estate investment.
Case Study: Katy, Tx Fix and Flip
Check out this case study of a 23-day rehab project in Katy, Texas using short-term loan from Longleaf Lending.
Katy, Texas Fix and Flip Case Study
See this case study of a 1,600-sq.ft. property in Katy, Texas purchased and rehabbed using Longleaf Lending funding.
How to Find Off-Market Properties in Texas
Finding off-market listings can be a great way to maximize profits in real estate investment. See different ways to find off-market properties in Texas.
How to Refinance a Hard Money Loan
The different ways to refinance a hard money loan, its pros and cons, and how to qualify for refinancing. Read it here.
How to Finance a Short-Term Rental Property
How can you best finance a short-term rental property? We list the 5 different ways here and the pros and cons of each.
5 Strategies for an Uncertain Real Estate Market
Here's a list of strategies for investing and surviving in an uncertain real estate market from one of Longleaf Lending's co-founders, Matt Weidert.
How to Buy Foreclosed Property in Texas
When looking for a property for investment or to flip, you can consider the Texas foreclosure market. Here's a guide to buying foreclosed properties.
7 Key House Flipping Tips for Real Estate Investors
House flipping, like any other real estate venture, can be rewarding but has its own share of risks. Discover some tips for fix and flip investing.
Building Wealth with Real Estate: A Beginner’s Guide
Real estate investing can be intimidating as a beginner. This guide lists down property investment options with pros and cons.
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Case Study - Houston Flip
This flip ~2,100 sq.ft fix & flip is located in one of the hotter neighborhoods of Houston. See the case study details here.
Spring, Texas Fix & Flip Case Study
Using a short-term hard money loan from Longleaf Lending, a Texas investor made a $60,000 profit on a Fix and Flip deal in Spring, Texas.
In the News: Longleaf Lending Deal in Baytown, Texas
A Fix & Flip deal funded by Longleaf Lending in Baytown, Texas, recently hit the local news. See the details here.
Flipping Houses in Houston, Texas: Case Study
Case study of a fix and flip project in Houston, Texas, funded using a loan from Longleaf Lending.
What is the BRRRR Method in real estate?
The BRRRR Method stands for Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat. Let this article guide you through BRRR method in real estate.
How to Manage a Rental Property: The Do’s and Don’ts
Learn the do's and don'ts of successfully managing a rental property: the finances, the tenants, and the home.
What Do Private Money Lenders Look For?
What is a private money lender, what loans do they offer, and what do they look for when lending? Here's a guide to help you.
Investor Creates $750,000 in Equity with Longleaf Lending Loan
This BRRRR portfolio loan consisted of 17 single-family properties and 24 doors located in San Antonio, Texas.
Rental Loans: The Best Way to Finance a Rental Property
What are rental loans and how real estate investors use it to finance a rental property? Read this guide to help you.
How does a hard money loan work?
How does a hard money loan work? Get your answers here.