Skip to main content

Dougall Conradie LLC

  •  Dougall Conradie LLC: 971-249-9920
  •  Wealth Advisors NW: 971-249-9930
  •  
  •  

Dougall Conradie LLC

  • Home
  • About 
    • Our Team
    • Our Philosophy
  • Services 
    • Tax Preparation
    • Business Planning
    • Wealth Management
    • Financial Planning
    • Investment Planning
    • Retirement Planning
  • Careers 
    • Current Job Postings
  • Events
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • Client Login
    • Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC

Proactive Planning

for a solid future

Helping You

manage the changing face of life

Our Mission

your success is our only mission

Our Mission

your success is our only mission

  Previous   Next

    You are here

  1. Home
  2. Blogs
  3. Real Estate Investing for the Beginner

Real Estate Investing for the Beginner

Submitted by Dougall Conradie LLC and Wealth Advisors NW on October 1st, 2018

Television today is bombarded with a variety of real estate programs. House hunting, home renovation, home flipping, these programs have stimulated the interest of many individuals to start investing in real estate for themselves.

While many first-time investors lean towards purchasing single-family homes, others may not want to become landlords overnight. If you’re looking to invest in real estate but have no desire to screen applicants, handle leaky faucets or broken appliances, or any other emergencies, there are a variety of options available. Here are a few:

  • Invest in commercial property – Like investing in single family homes, there is a good market to invest in commercial properties such as retail centers, office buildings and multifamily apartment complexes. However, unlike an investment in single family homes, many first-time investors turn the day to day management tasks over to a property management company, which will take care of common tasks including lease-up, maintenance, and tenant screenings – and those midnight telephone calls.
  • House Flipping – While flipping houses makes for good entertainment, and can make investors a lot of money, it’s a little more complicated than you would gather by watching house-flipping shows on cable TV. House flipping involves purchasing a home in need of repairs at a low cost, making the necessary repairs and updates, and then reselling the home at a decent profit; all within a few months’ time. While house flipping can be profitable in certain markets, it’s not the best option for the new investor, as expertise is needed in order to ensure that the home is valued properly, the repairs are made promptly, and the home is back on the market quickly.
  • Private Equity Fund – Usually carrying a minimum investment requirement of not less than $100,000, private equity funds are where investor money is grouped together into an equity fund to make investments. This is a good solution for long term investing, as the funds invested are not liquid, so any funds invested will be tied up for a significant period of time.
  • Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) – REIT’s are companies that make investments in commercial real estate; offering a real estate portfolio to potential investors. Those investors purchase shares of the company and are paid dividends on their investment. REIT’s are typically placed into one of three categories; Private, Publicly Traded, and Public Non-Traded.
  • Online Real Estate Investing – Otherwise known as crowdfunded real estate investing, investor funds are pooled with funds from other investors, with the money raised invested in various real estate portfolios. A relatively new opportunity, online real estate investing platforms allow those with limited funds to invest in diversified real estate portfolios with as little as $1,000.00. Crowdfunding investments are popular as they offer an opportunity to enter the real estate investment arena and make a profit, while limited risk involved.

Today, there are plenty of ways to invest in real estate. The best way to start is to check with a financial professional who can explain the options available as well as the benefits, tax implications, and profit potential of each option.

To schedule an appointment with one of our advisors, please call our office at (971) 249-9920 or email us at admin@cpanw.com

Resources

https://fundrise.com/education/blog-posts/how-to-invest-in-real-estate-the-basics

https://www.thebalance.com/investing-in-real-estate-4073643

*This content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. The information provided is not written or intended as tax or legal advice and may not be relied on for purposes of avoiding any Federal tax penalties. Individuals are encouraged to seek advice from their own tax or legal counsel. Individuals involved in the estate planning process should work with an estate planning team, including their own personal legal or tax counsel. Neither the information presented nor any opinion expressed constitutes a representation by us of a specific investment or the purchase or sale of any securities. Asset allocation and diversification do not ensure a profit or protect against loss in declining markets. This material was developed and produced by Advisor Websites to provide information on a topic that may be of interest. Copyright 2014-2018 Advisor Websites.

Tags:
  • financial planning
  • investment
  • real estate
  • real estate investment

DC%20Logo.jpg

Request a Meeting

Tell a Friend

PO Box 400
Beaverton, OR 97075

Disclosures

  •  Dougall Conradie LLC: 971-249-9920
  •  Wealth Advisors NW: 971-249-9930
  •  Fax: 5032556186
  •  
  •  

WARRANTIES & DISCLAIMERS

There are no warranties implied.

Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC (“RIA Firm”) is a registered investment adviser located in Portland, Oregon. Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC may only transact business in those states in which it is registered or qualifies for an exemption or exclusion from registration requirements. Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC web site is limited to the dissemination of general information pertaining to its advisory services, together with access to additional investment-related information, publications, and links. Accordingly, the publication of Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC web site on the Internet should not be construed by any consumer and/or prospective client as RIA Firm Name’s solicitation to effect, or attempt to effect transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice for compensation, over the Internet. Any subsequent, direct communication by Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC with a prospective client shall be conducted by a representative that is either registered or qualifies for an exemption or exclusion from registration in the state where the prospective client resides. For information pertaining to the registration status of Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC, please contact the state securities regulators for those states in which Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC maintains a registration filing. A copy of Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC current written disclosure statement discussing RIA Firm Name’s business operations, services, and fees is available at the SEC’s investment adviser public information website –www.adviserinfo.sec.gov or from Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC upon written request. Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC does not make any representations or warranties as to the accuracy, timeliness, suitability, completeness, or relevance of any information prepared by any unaffiliated third party, whether linked to Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC web site or incorporated herein, and takes no responsibility therefor. All such information is provided solely for convenience purposes only and all users thereof should be guided accordingly.

This website and information are provided for guidance and information purposes only.  Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed.  Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy.  This website and information are not intended to provide investment, tax, or legal advice.

Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC is Registered Investment Advisor in the states of California, Oregon and Washington. Dougall Conradie LLC is a Certified Public Accountant. Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC and Dougall Conradie LLC share common ownership. Dougall Conradie LLC provides tax and accounting related services to clients of Wealth Advisors Northwest LLC. 

© 2019 Wealth Advisors NW and Dougall Conradie LLC. All rights reserved.

Website Design For Financial Services Professionals