by Peter MacKercher | Jul 28, 2015 | blog, Starter Series
Everyone can learn from good examples as well as mistakes; anyone who has the former has made many more of the latter. I have a few general rules when it comes to investing in real estate. One of those cardinal rules — only buy property in areas...
by Peter MacKercher | Jul 7, 2015 | blog, Real Estate Business, Starter Series
Here’s the rule: At any given time a lot of expensive things can go wrong.Any homeowner can tell you that. Anyone who owns multiple properties will tell you that in more colorful language. If you’re setting out to become a real estate investor there’s only one way...
by Peter MacKercher | Jun 20, 2015 | blog, Landlording, Starter Series
I learned the property management business by doing it myself, so, first and foremost, I think everyone should learn property management firsthand to start. I’m even saying this as the owner of a property management company – knowing what the job requires means...
by Peter MacKercher | Jun 6, 2015 | blog, Finances, Starter Series
Starting your career in real estate investment isn’t cheap. It’s a major hurdle to overcome for many people but there are also many ways you can find the finances and create a situation that makes it possible. There are several options available to make your first...
by Peter MacKercher | May 23, 2015 | blog, Real Estate Market, Starter Series, STL
If you live in St. Louis you’re used to hearing it: “City or county?” Locals have many ways of asking where you went to high school, but it’s also an important question when looking for investment properties. The city and the county offer varying lifestyles, so in my...
by Peter MacKercher | May 9, 2015 | blog, Property, Real Estate Business, Starter Series
You’ve found a listing you’re interested in. You’re comfortable with the negotiation process you might get into. It’s in the right area, has enough bathrooms or enough units and you’re interested. Now it’s time to go visit the property – but what do you do when...
by Peter MacKercher | Apr 25, 2015 | blog, Starter Series
I’ve spent a lot of time negotiating. And, I’m one of the odd few who loves the process, so I can’t help but try it whenever I can, even if I’m just buying ice cream. “How about the nice guy discount?” That usually gets me a smile, and sometimes it also gets me a...
by Peter MacKercher | Apr 18, 2015 | blog, Starter Series
Before you ever put an offer on a property, before you even have a house in mind, there are a few things you should already have done. If you’re buying your first home or looking for a property to invest in, checking these steps off first will make your experience...
by Peter MacKercher | Jan 27, 2015 | blog, Real Estate Market
Mogul Realty’s 2015 Real Estate Market Forecast for St. Louis 2014 was an interesting year for real estate in St. Louis driven partially by changing social standards. The year started off with volatile prices, but by spring and summer the market calmed and...
by Peter MacKercher | Jan 27, 2015 | blog, Property Maintenance, Starter Series
20 Quick Tips to Winterize Your Investment Properties (+5 bonus tips) Winter means low temperatures and higher heating bills for most people. If you own property, especially vacant property, it can also bring unnecessary expenses. I don’t like unnecessary expenses, so...
by Peter MacKercher | Dec 1, 2014 | blog, Greetings and Salutations
May your holiday weekend be filled with joy and happiness, and may all of your loved ones be well. Remember all the great things you have to be thankful for, Happy Thanksgiving!
