Category: Return on Equity
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Demystifying Present Value: Unlocking the Power of Financial Evaluation
Present value, in finance and investment, refers to the concept of determining the current worth of a future sum of money or a series of cash flows, discounted to reflect the time value of money. It is a method used to evaluate the profitability or attractiveness of an investment opportunity. When it comes to real…
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Why your housing costs should not exceed 25% of your take home pay.
A lot of people need guidelines in life to help them know whether or not they are doing what they are supposed to do. Or put another way, the way that will help them be successful. The 25% rule is one that many of the financial experts use. But where does it actually come from?…
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3 facts about retirement that should scare you!
I was curious to understand how much money the average American has saved for retirement. The information I learned scared the hell out of me and should scare the hell out of you. If you are long time reader of my work, then you know that there are a couple of things I wholeheartedly believe…
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5 reasons you should not invest in real estate hoping for appreciation.
There are debates in the real estate world on which strategy is best when it comes to purchasing income producing property. Should you invest in a great property with lower cash flow, if any, and hope that the asset appreciates significantly over time? Or should you invest strictly for cash flow? Remember HOPE is not…
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Leverage: Good or Bad?
Leverage is one of the most powerful tools we as humans can use. Think about it. With the right amount of leverage a person can move a large boulder weighing hundreds and even thousands of pounds by themselves. When it comes to business and finance and most specifically real estate, leverage is the way individuals…