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Buying Your First House in Massachusetts? Here’s What to Prepare For

October 11, 2017

Needless to say, buying your first home is a huge investment! So many people become intimidated by the process, that they don’t bother learning about their options or how the process works. The process can be easy and fun when you have an idea of what you are doing. In this post, we will let … Continued

Handling Rental Deposits in Massachusetts – Deductions and Returns

October 11, 2017

By Baris BERK

Owning a rental property can be a great way to earn additional income. However, you’ll need to abide by the book in order to avoid conflicts and keep the peace. As a landlord, you will need to collect and handle rental deposits when tenants come or go. It can be an area of contention when tenants … Continued

Tenant Screening in Massachusetts: What’s Involved? | Ephesus LLC

October 4, 2017

By Baris BERK

Owning a rental property is a big investment. Having great tenants makes all the difference in the world. As a landlord, protecting yourself and your investment is imperative. In our latest blog, we will discuss some ways to screen your prospective renters. First things first. When you are advertising a property for rent, be sure to … Continued

4 Home Improvements That Could Turn Your Neighbors Into Your Enemies in Massachusetts

October 4, 2017

By Baris BERK

Home improvements make your home a better, more pleasant place to live as well as adding to its value. Then, surely, home improvements must be a good thing, right? Generally speaking, yes. There are, however, some home improvements that could turn your neighbors into your enemies in Massachusetts. 1. Fixing Drainage Problems There’s a big … Continued

3 Tips On Making An Offer On A Short Sale In Massachusetts

October 4, 2017

By Baris BERK

You’ve found a short sale property that suits you and meets your investment criteria. Now it’s time to make an offer. And today that means a good amount of bidding competition – and quite a bit of it some pretty well-heeled bidders. So you’ll need to know how to make an offer on a short … Continued

4 Reasons to Stick with Wholesaling in Massachusetts Before Moving On to Other Options

October 4, 2017

By Baris BERK

Many are attracted to becoming a real estate investor because of the large margins you can make. Unlike the stock market, real estate is a physical asset, that while it may fluctuate, it retains intrinsic value. When starting out, stick with wholesaling. Here are four reasons why you should before moving on to other forms … Continued

Selling Your House During Divorce in Massachusetts – Options At An Emotional Time

October 4, 2017

By Baris BERK

Selling your house during divorce in Massachusetts can be extremely difficult. Emotions can be high in a divorce. Chances are that someone at some time wants to destroy the house. The reality is, eventually emotions subside and we all become adults once again. When it comes to divorce proceedings, the courts usually guide us to … Continued

Tips on Selling a Rent to Own House in Massachusetts Fast

October 4, 2017

By Baris BERK

Are you planning to move soon or relocating to another area and need to sell your home fast? Sometimes it just takes looking at something from another perspective. Selling a house with a rent to own arrangement may be a solution if you cannot sell your home fast enough the traditional way. Why Sell with … Continued

Handling Neighbors 101: How To Find A Neighborhood That’s Right For You In Massachusetts

October 4, 2017

By Baris BERK

Your neighbors can make or break your living situation. When shopping for a new home, you’ll want to consider who is living around you. In this post, we’ll help you find the neighborhood in Massachusetts that’s right for you, as well as offer some tips on handling neighbors that aren’t so favorable! Before you buy… what … Continued

How To Find and Form an Investing Partnership in Massachusetts

October 4, 2017

By Baris BERK

A great way to get into real estate investing is to work with other people who have been there before. But how do you go about finding a people to partner with you? In our latest post, we will talk about how to find and form an investing partnership. Who should you partner with? It … Continued

Foreclosure Effects In Massachusetts Massachusetts – What Sellers Need To Know

October 4, 2017

By Baris BERK

Foreclosure is a nightmare to any family going through it irrespective of the reasons why they are about to lose their home. Today we are going to look at the foreclosures effects in Massachusetts Massachusetts and what local house sellers need to know. First we will look at the effects and the ways of easing them. … Continued

5 Different Types of Loans You Can Take Advantage of in Massachusetts

September 27, 2017

By Baris BERK

Getting a home loan can seem like a daunting process. For a first-time home buyer in Massachusetts, all of the options can become confusing. However, once you know the differences and understand the qualification requirements, getting a home loan can be quick and easy. Learn about the different types of loans in our latest blog … Continued

[Nontraditional Buyers Method] Rent To Own Your Home In Massachusetts

September 27, 2017

By Baris BERK

The rent to own market is one that can benefit both the buyer and the seller in the right transaction. Having a clear contract and understanding of terms helps mitigate risk on both sides of the equation. The Basics of Rent to Own Your Home in Massachusetts Today’s lending market has a loan for just … Continued

How To Sell Your House Quickly In A Divorce in Massachusetts

September 27, 2017

By Baris BERK

It happens, and it’s usually unpleasant, to say the least. If you’re going through a divorce, you certainly don’t want to add to the anguish and inconvenience, especially when it comes to splitting up your assets. Finding someone who is in the market to buy a house in Massachusetts – in this case, your house … Continued

5 Tasks Wholesalers Can Outsource to Virtual Assistants – Ephesus LLC

September 27, 2017

By Baris BERK

Wholesaling real estate is often the first step for a new real estate investor to learn the trade and make some money. As the middleman, wholesalers can make some quick cash without a lot of personal financial risk. That being said, as market presence builds and more deals sit on the table, some tasks that … Continued