The fundamentals of real estate investing require basic knowledge of the following:

• Understanding what is a good deal on a property for a good return on investment (r.o.i.)
• Using skills to locate a profitable transaction (comps, other sellers, tax assessed values)
• Evaluate and structure a good transaction
• Preparation of the contract and/or offer
• Negotiating and presenting your offer
• Knowledge of what to do with the contract that will lead to a profit

One of the most overlooked elements in the process is simply what to do with the contract....

This article provides a quick summary of the best entities for real estate investment. There are three types of entities most commonly used to own real estate: Limited Liability Company, S Corporation and Limited Partnership....

I have found 2 areas that often scares newcomers to real estate investing is face to face dealing with the property owner and how to tell when a property needs too much fixing up to make it a good investment. I will tell you that I have rarely ever come across a property that is beyond repair and in dealing with a really bad property can turn into a great deal.

Let me give you one example....