Category: Return on Equity

  • 3 facts about retirement that should scare you!

    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…

  • 5 reasons you should not invest in real estate hoping for appreciation.

    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…

  • Leverage: Good or Bad?

    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…