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How to Invest in Real Estate on a Middle-Class Salary (Even If You Think You Can’t)
How to Invest in Real Estate on a Middle-Class Salary (Even If You Think You Can’t) If you’ve ever scrolled through real estate Instagram and thought, “Must be nice to have money to invest” - you’re not...
A Borrower’s Market Update
A Borrower’s Market Update If you’re eyeing your next project, you may already sense something shifting in the market around you. It’s a subtle recalibration that matters for anyone thinking about a private...
Fall’s Hidden Advantage: The Season to Invest
Fall’s Hidden Advantage: The Season to Invest There’s something quietly compelling about investing during the fall season, cooler air, shifting leaves, and a market that’s subtly tilting in your favor if you...
The Rise of Airbnb Host Fees & What It Means for Investors
The Rise of Airbnb Host Fees & What It Means for Investors Airbnb has shifted how it charges hosts, moving from a split-fee model to a single host-only fee, which can climb to 15.5% in many markets. For...
Gracee Boots: The Driving Force Behind Coastal Equity Group’s Operations
Gracee Boots: The Driving Force Behind Coastal Equity Group’s Operations Every great company has that one person who keeps things running seamlessly. The one who balances strategy with structure, precision...
Understanding the Draw Process in Private Lending
Understanding the Draw Process in Private Lending If you’re using a private loan for new construction or a major rehab, you’ll likely come across the term “draw process.” It may sound technical, but in...
Storm Clouds Over Coastal Real Estate: How Rising Flood Risks Are Reshaping Property Values
If you’ve been watching the real estate market along the Southeast coast, you’ve probably noticed the growing buzz around flood zones, storm risks, and rising insurance costs. For investors, these aren’t just...
Common Mistakes Real Estate Investors Make When Dealing with Sellers
Common Mistakes Real Estate Investors Make When Dealing with Sellers In the world of real estate investing, sellers can make or break your deal. Whether you’re flipping houses in Florida or negotiating your...
How to Talk to Lenders When Rates Are Over 7%
How to Talk to Lenders When Rates Are Over 7% When 7%+ rates are the norm, conversations with lenders matter more than ever. The days of historically low interest rates are in the rearview mirror, and today’s...
What a Section 8 Cap Could Mean for Residents and Investors
What a Section 8 Cap Could Mean for Residents and Investors You’ve probably seen or heard the chatter that rental assistance programs could be capped after two years. As of summer 2025, that two-year cap is...