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Real estate investing 101
Foundations: what residential investing is, key terms, and how to get informed as a new investor.
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What is real estate investing?
Residential real estate investing means buying properties to generate income (rent) or profit from appreciation.
Key terms
- Cap rate: Net operating income divided by property value.
- Cash flow: Rent minus expenses and debt service.
- 1031 exchange: Tax-deferred swap of one investment property for another.
How to get informed
Start with trusted sources, then use tools like Prop Cafe to analyze deals and manage your portfolio.