Make Money with Fixer-Uppers and Renovations

Download or read book Make Money with Fixer-Uppers and Renovations written by Gary W. Eldred and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2004-04-28 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the Make Money series, renowned real estate investor andbestselling author Gary W. Eldred shows you how to profit from thesafest, most reliable wealth builder in the world-real estate. Withcoverage of all the fundamentals-from finding the right propertiesto financing and managing them-Eldred shows you the ropes so youdon't have to learn important lessons the hard way. Unlike generalguides to investing in real estate, each title in the Make Moneyseries gives you the specialized expertise necessary to fullyprofit from a select investment strategy. Make Money with Fixer-Uppers and Renovations shows homebuyers andinvestors how to build a fortune by purchasing properties atbargain prices, using creative improvements to add thousands totheir value, and selling or renting them for high profits. There'salmost no limit to the number of ways you can increase the value ofa property-from quick and low-cost improvements like a fresh coatof paint to more extensive renovations such as multi-unitconversions or kitchen remodeling. This step-by-step guide includesthe knowledge you need to combine entrepreneurial thinking withproven market analysis techniques. You'll learn to chooseproperties, plan improvements, and buy low and sell high. MakeMoney with Fixer-Uppers and Renovations will show you how to: * Fix and flip properties for quick profits * Buy properties with little or no money down * Maximize your property's market value * Exploit regulatory loopholes * Create pizzazz for your interiors * Add living space to your property * Revitalize neighborhoods to increase property values * Market your properties for top dollar * Save thousands with owner-occupant financing