In a recent research summary by the Urban Institute, titled “Addressing America’s Affordable Housing Crisis,” experts shed light on the severity of the housing crisis and the potential for real estate investors to play a transformative role. According to their findings, the shortage of affordable…
For first-time fix and flip investors, embarking on a property renovation project can be an exciting and potentially profitable venture. However, it’s crucial to approach the process with careful planning and knowledge to ensure success. In this blog post, we will provide you with essential…
When you do Fix and Flip how to determine the budget for landscaping.
Economists hold conflicting views regarding the likelihood of a surge in foreclosures in 2023. While some experts anticipate an increase in the number of foreclosures, others argue that the wave has already subsided and will come to an end soon. However, there are certain facts…
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!
