From 1976 through 1979, about 420,000 new houses were built each year. However, by the 90s, this number dropped by over half to just 207,000 new homes being built each year. Finally, at the end of the 2010s, that number dropped again to a whopping…

From 1976 through 1979, about 420,000 new houses were built each year. However, by the 90s, this number dropped by over half to just 207,000 new homes being built each year. Finally, at the end of the 2010s, that number dropped again to a whopping…
ZINC is one of the longest-running, private money-backed, Fix and Flip lenders in the nation. We have loaned an excess of one billion dollars, and we have personally fixed and flipped over 100 million homes. However, we never enter rural living areas because the exit…
Unemployment Rates in 2023 With unemployment rates at an all-time low, housing interest rates will begin to skyrocket to keep up with inflation and to battle a possible upcoming recession. Last December, the net job increase was about 220,000 – the lowest increase since 2020.…
Not all loan originators are funded the same. Understanding these differences can help save you or your clients a lot of money.
When flipping a property, the cost of materials can add up quickly! To overcome this, you have to be smart about what you spend your money on. Don’t worry, the good news is that ZINC is here to help!
Picture this, you find a fix and flip in a perfect neighborhood, with a great exterior, and it seems like every real estate investors’ dream. But, once you get inside, you realize that it has structural issues, mold, and has been destroyed by squatters. Sound familiar? Don’t worry, you are not alone and we are here to help!
3 Staging Tips That Will Keep You From Breaking the Bank After you have completed your flip it can be tough to stage your property without going overboard and getting emotionally involved in the design process of the home. Yes, it is important that potential…
3 Ways to Create the Perfect Look for Multiple Flips Every HGTV show depicts flippers adding a different design style to each flip. In reality, that is not the case. While we know you may want to get creative and add your own flare to…
Every investor knows that when it comes to a fix and flip, there is plenty that can go wrong. But having the right team behind you can determine whether or not you will have a flip or flop. Having the right team can enable an…
3 Questions to Ask to Ensure that You Maximize your ROI The goal for all investors is to maximize their ROI. Of course, it is always satisfying to see the transformation from an old distressed property to a new, modern, home. But, the overall objective…