Any seasoned investor will tell you that finding the right contractor is critical for a successful renovation. The project may be a flip or rental, but in either circumstance the disposition is irrelevant. The wrong contractor can turn any potentially profitable deal into a financial nightmare. Below are some tips for evaluating contractors to ensure you… Read More »
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New Website Launched Today
Welcome to Longhorn Investments’ new website! We are dedicated to providing the fastest, most reliable, and most professional lending experience in the industry today. Longhorn Investments was formed in 2008 with a goal to provide hard money loans to real estate investors throughout Texas. Since our inception, we have grown and expanded our footprint to… Read More »
Landlord Landmines
Real estate investors often think owning and managing a rental property is as simple as signing the lease agreement and collecting a check each month. The truth is that property management requires dedication, time management and attention to detail. Some of the most simplistic aspects of owning a rental property are often overlooked. The following… Read More »
A Simple Guide to Take-Out Financing
Real estate investors will typically use a short-term or hard money loan to acquire and renovate properties to flip or rent. This type of loan offers quick access to capital and a speedy close, but typically must be paid off within six to nine months. Borrowers flipping the property will pay the short term note… Read More »
What is Title Insurance and Why Do You Need It?
When you take title to a piece of property, it means that you are the legal owner. Title insurance protects both lenders and real estate owners from property loss or damage that relates to defects, liens, encumbrances or title clouds. Owner’s title insurance is a low, one-time fee based on the value of your home…. Read More »
