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A Guide to Moving and Starting a Business

Moving into your new home and starting your own business can be very stressful, but there are ways to make the transition easier for you and everyone around you. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, it’s crucial to get all the logistics of your move taken care of before you start a business in your new home office. Here are some helpful tips to make this transition as smooth as possible.

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Launching a Home-Based Business

If you're setting up shop at home, start with some basic tasks. If you have children in your home who are old enough to understand, explain that they should avoid bothering you as you're working. And if there's an area where you'll be working, consider soundproofing it so that other family members aren't disturbed by the noise coming from your office. Remember: You'll be living and working in this space, so take steps to make it ideal for both purposes.

Home Buying Considerations

When you’re buying a home that will also be your place of work, it’s important to consider how much space you need and whether any special features will make doing business easier. If you don’t know what features to look for, start by checking out other people's home offices. 

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Use Design To Increase Investment Property Value and Attract Tenants

Renting is on the rise in the U.S., which means landlords are in the perfect position to find new tenants. According to research, rented homes made up 34.7% of the market in 2020. Of course, other property owners are taking advantage of these higher numbers, which means your house needs to stand out. Fortunately, you can attract renters with the right design choices. Here are a few tips that can help make your property attractive to would-be renters.

Beautify the Outdoor Spaces
When updating your rental property's design, don't forget about outdoor spaces. A neat front lawn increases curb appeal, while a comfortable backyard helps renters envision living there. You can find plenty of ways to beautify a yard to great effect:
• Create a dining area
• Build a deck
• Install outdoor lighting
• Add a fire pit
• Plant flowers

It's a good idea to hire professionals to handle backyard landscaping rather than tackle these projects yourself, especially if construction is involved. As you consider contractors, make sure you shop around and look for deals to minimize costs. You should also read reviews and check with local associations for complaints.

Consider a Property Manager
Property management is a full-time job. If you decide to take it on yourself, you'll be solely responsible for the following:
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Renovating Your Older Forever Home

Maybe that old home you just bought isn’t quite as perfect as you would like, which isn’t surprising or unusual. From serious issues to more aesthetic problems, there are a whole host of fixes for older dream homes. It can be a bit stressful to figure out which repairs and projects to focus on first, and that’s why having this resource list brought to you by the professionals at the South Jersey Real Estate Investors Association can help you get started.

Start By Addressing Structural and Safety Issues

Some updates may not be urgent, but when it comes to problems that pose a risk to your safety or your home’s structure, repairs simply can’t wait.

• Bob Vila explains that structural issues that should take priority include foundation cracks or old pipes that need to be replaced.
• Address mold and asbestos ASAP, which can have serious health consequences and should only be removed by a licensed professional.
• Electrical repairs should also be completed by a pro to ensure your safety. 

Then Move Onto Projects That Will Provide Comfort

Once you’ve taken care of major repairs for your old home, you should think about working on updates that will keep your family happy and comfortable.

• Some older homes may lack central heat and air, but they can be added.
• Removing or replacing old shag carpets can keep your family from experiencing the discomforts of allergies, asthma, and other illn ... Read More…

When deciding to build a home, accessibility is not often the top must-have feature that comes to mind. However, accessible homes are not only aesthetically pleasing to the eye but also functional too. Therefore, if you are planning on building an accessible home, what are tips on how to go about it.

What is an accessible home?

If you're new to the concept or, conversely, have your heart set on building an accessible home, it might be helpful to first define what an accessible home is. Simply put, a home with easy accessibility is a home that is designed with simplicity in mind. Moreover, a home with easy accessibility makes moving in, through, and around the property easy to do.

Benefits of building an accessible home

Accessible homes are growing in popularity for obvious reasons. One of the main reasons many homeowners are starting to favor accessible homes is that they can meet your most basic living requirements efficiently. As an example, you won't usually find many steps to climb to get to certain areas in accessible homes. Another example may be having an additional guest bathroom on the main floor for when you have visitors around. Accessible homes are also beneficial (and often safer) for seniors to get around in, not to mention making your home more accessible to visitors with disabilities.

Popular features of accessible homes

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This month, SJREIA has added not one, but two bonus learning opportunities to the calendar! 

First up, join us on Wednesday, March 17th for a FREE webinar featuring National REIA speaker, David Pickron. If you are an active or aspiring landlord, this event is for you. 

It's a crazy time to be a landlord! Local, State and Federal regulations are restricting landlord access to the background history of potential tenants. 

At this webinar Speaker David Pickron will talk about how landlords can adjust their tenant qualification process during these challenging times to find THE BEST TENANTS possible!

David will be teaching attendees: 

1. How to create and use rental criteria to protect yourself and your investment.
2. Strategies for rental history verification processes and increasing tenant requirements.
3. How to update the way you process employment and income verification.
4. How property inspections can work in your favor.
5. What investors can expect in the future and how Rent Perfect can help. 

Based in Arizona, David has over 25 years of experience in the eviction and tenant screening fields. David is the owner of AAA Landlord Services, Inc as well as Rent Perfect. His companies have helped both evict and place tenants in the Arizona market since 1992. David has been recognized as a leader in tenant screening since 2001. David is a regular contributor to many industry publications and shares his insider knowledge through online training available through his company we ... Read More…

It’s that time again! Clear your calendar for a learning opportunity that you will not want to miss. After an amazing turn-out for our December 2020 “Speed Learning for 2021” event, we are doing it again. Join SJREIA for a full day of FREE real estate investment education on March 6th from 8:30 am-5:00 pm. 

The all-day event will feature 2 national speakers, 2 special guest speakers, and 13 local real estate professionals. No commercials, no infomercials, no sales pitches, just quality education packed into 15-minute segments.  

Whether you block out the full day or select a few niche speakers that fit your goals, make sure you RSVP for a unique opportunity to expand your real estate investment career. Once you RSVP and right before the event you will be sent a full schedule and links so that you can attend any meeting that you desire. 

Speed Learning for 2021: March 

Join Joseph Scorese as he dives into the world of Understanding Residential and Commercial Mortgage Fundamentals.

Start Investing With the Right Property Management Tools. Let Matt Grace from Eproperty365 show you how.

CPA, John Haslach will be showing attendees How Real Estate Investors Can Benefit From The Current Tax Plans.

Learn about 1031 Exchange Basics with Tina Pashovich from Old Republic Exchange. 

Get an in-depth understanding of the differences and similarities between Independent Insurance Agents Vs. Company Direct Agents from Rich Rickards of Esposito Insurance. 

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We are just two weeks away from our 2nd “Speed Learning for 2021!” Don’t miss this unique learning opportunity presented by SJREIA. Join us for a FULL day of learning and growth featuring 2 national speakers, 2 special speakers as well as 20 local speakers. Whether you block out the entire day or just a few hours, be sure to mark your calendar for March 6th. The day will kick off at 8:30AM with virtual learning lasting until 5:00 PM.

Attendees will have the invaluable opportunity to learn from two national guest speakers, Nick Sidoti and Ron LeGrand who will each be leading 90 minute discussions.

Ron LeGrand is known in the real estate investing world as “The Godfather.” 

With nearly 40 years of experience, Ron LeGrand has paved the way for many real estate investors to experience financial freedom. LeGrand has bought and sold over 3,500 single family homes as well as over $300,000,000 in commercial property deals, with student partners across the United States. 

LeGrand is a highly sought after platform speaker, who has addressed audiences as large as 20,000 and as small as 100 in hotels and convention centers across North America. 

For the last 33 years, Ron LeGrand has been using his experience and knowledge to help ordinary people create financial freedom through real estate investing. Today, LeGrand is considered a leading expert in his field. LeGrand has published several books along with his online home study courses. 

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Calling all South Jersey real estate investors! It’s that time again. Join us for another FULL day of real estate education on March 6th. The lineup is stacked with the best of the best in investing, offering valuable tips and resources that will undoubtedly help you grow your REI career.

Throughout the day, guests will hear from 2 national speakers, 2 special speakers as well as 20 local speakers. Speakers will cover topics ranging from obtaining mortgages, flooring, insurance, 1031 exchange, asset protection and much more. You won’t want to miss this incredibly informative event. RSVP at SJREIA.org.

Meet our first guest speaker, Nick Sidoti aka Dr. CA$H FLOW.

Tune in at 2:00 PM to learn “How You Can Get 3 Times The Market Rent Guaranteed and Mailed to You Each Month from Government Agencies Without Section 8”.

Nick Sidoti has been teaching real estate investing education since 1979 and is a highly sought after national speaker. He is the national expert on student and special needs housing and is an award-winning columnist for his column, “Dr. CASHFLOW.” 

Nick’s course has been praised as “the cash producing remedy that will breathe new life into the heart of your operation - your bank account.”

Nick will be teaching you his trademarked, highly effective cash producing system. During this 90 minute presentation, you will learn:

How to earn $100,000 TAX-FREE now.

• How to avoid the #1 biggest mistake investors make because they are misinformed.
• How to say goodbye ... Read More…

SJREIA has kicked off 2021 with a full calendar of virtual events including a wide range of topics from multifamily investing to wholesaling. Each month, we strive to offer an opportunity for every investor to grow and learn. Included in our monthly lineup, we always offer a completely FREE event that is open to both members and guests. 

This month, national speaker Kathy Kennebrook, “The Marketing Magic Lady,” will be sharing how to Explode Your Pipeline with New Sellers and Profitable Deals.

Kathy is a highly recognized leader in the real estate industry. Kathy has shared the stage with Ron LeGrand, Dr. Phil, Dan Kennedy, Mark Victor Hansen, and more. As a leading expert in her field, Kathy is an expert at finding highly qualified, motivated sellers, buyers, and lenders using direct mail marketing. She has authored two books and is widely known throughout the United States and Canada as “The Marketing Magic Lady.” 

Her educational seminars explain in great detail the intricacies of creating a functional and effective marketing plan specifically tailored to your investing career. Kathy dives into the numbers game of marketing in real estate and teaches attendees how to master direct mail marketing in a digital age. You will learn how different types of direct mail pieces work better in certain parts of the country than they do in others and how to market accordingly.

Tune in on Wednesday, January 20th at 7 PM to learn how Kathy generates a seven-figure income by mailin ... Read More…

Happy New Year, South Jersey! As we head into a fresh, new year, we want to extend wishes of abundance and great success to each and every one of you. We hope that you will consider SJREIA a key component in achieving that success. 

Times have certainly changed since this time last year. However, that has not stopped us from continuing to provide quality education, a world of inspiration, and a renowned platform for opportunity and growth. 

At SJREIA, we continue to take the safety of our members and guests very seriously, therefore we will be continuing virtual meetings until it is safe to resume in-person meetings. As always, we aim to provide an opportunity for everyone to learn, from beginner investors to seasoned professionals. From wholesaling to landlording, fix and flips, to multi-family investing, there is something here for everyone. 

Check out our January meeting lineup and make sure to connect with us: 

[Click links to RSVP or visit SJREIA.org] 

• January 4th @ 7:00 PM: SJREIA Newbie’s (New Investors) Online Subgroup with guest speaker, Scott Good, Esq. 

• January 6th @ 7:00 PM: SJREIA Weekly webinar - “Blueprint to Build Your Powerhouse Multifamily Investing Team” featuring Justin Fraser, Matt Faircloth, and Herve Francois 

• January 9th @ 8:00 AM: Frankly Speaking - Members Only Mentoring with Frank Barillari

• January 13th @ 7:00 PM: SJREIA Landlording Online Subgroup hosted by Rocco Esposito 

• January 14th @ 7:00 PM: SJREIA Wholesaling Onli ... Read More…