Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
-
Which Types of Properties Make the Best Investments? See How Condos, Townhomes, & Single-Family Homes Compare
If you’re considering real estate as an investment, you should definitely take some time to think about which types of real estate offers the best returns with the least amount of risk. In this blog post, I’ve linked to accompanying posts that cover condos, townhomes, and single-family homes and how they compare in terms of…
-
Want to Invest in a Single-Family Home? Read About This Real Life Seattle Rental Story
If you’re considering real estate as an investment, you should definitely take some time to think about which types of real estate offers the best returns with the least amount of risk. In this blog post, I go over some things you should consider if you’re planning on investing in a single-family home in Seattle.…
-
Want to Invest in a Townhouse? Read About This Real Life Seattle Townhome Investment
These are my personal favorite homes for a small investor, and I’ll tell you a few reasons why: Townhouses are a hybrid between the reliability of a condo and the appreciation/rental rates of a home. Sure, they do not rent as high as some single-family homes do, but they do rent much higher than a…
-
Want to Invest in a Condo? Read About This Real-Life Seattle Condo Investment
If you’re considering real estate as an investment, you should definitely take some time to think about which types of real estate offers the best returns with the least amount of risk. In this blog post, I focus on what it means to invest in a condo in Seattle. For the under $500k buyer, a…
-
Behind the Numbers: The Bryant Edition
Watch out Seattle, Bryant is moving on up!!! Alyssa, my darling website copywriter, novelist, website guru and fabulous lady set up another neighborhood profile on my website after interviewing me for the content. So you may have guessed she and I were working on Bryant (check out the Bryan neighborhood page right here!). So, I’m…
-
Remodeling Your Home? Here’s Tips on Where to Shop for Homeware in Seattle (+ Online Tips)
You can take the initiative, and I highly recommend that you buy as much of the homeware needed for the remodel as possible. Pick out your own cabinets, pick out new lighting, etc.—usually, contractors have a steep markup, and why not try to get a deal if you can? Pius Kitchen & Bath: For cabinets,…
-
How to Find a Great Contractor
We’ve all heard horror stories about contractors who made the situation worse, or contractors who ended up coming in at tens of thousands over budget. So how do you find a great contractor who you can trust? First of all, you could hire a real estate agent who specializes in remodels to manage the project…
-
Is It Worth The Money To Remodel Your Home?
What home improvements will get you the most bang for your buck? When you’re considering your remodeling budget, how can you know how much money will be worth investing? How do you know how much your return on your investment will be? If you’d like to do it yourself, enjoy the home and list later …
-
Should You Remodel Your Home Before Selling? Here Are 2 Important Questions to Ask Yourself
Does your home just need to be freshened up a bit? Or does it need some more extensive renovations? Most likely, your home needs SOME kind of upgrade; it’s rare that I find a house that doesn’t need something new, even if it’s just new paint and carpet, for example. But here are a couple…
-
Here’s How to Decide What to Remodel in Your Home
(Not sure if you need to remodel? Ask yourself these 2 questions to figure it out!) You don’t have to be a professional contractor or an interior designer to remodel your home—with some good information, the average person can have a successful home remodel! When I’m trying to figure out what to remodel in a…
Got any book recommendations?