Residential Investment Strategies

Residential Investment Strategies

Broker Licensing Elective Course

30 Clock Hours

This NEW 30-hour course taught by Diane Peterson of Diane Peterson Seminars will delve into the myriad of topics involved in residential investment:

· Understanding why people invest in real estate

· Creating a real estate plan, beginning with sound personal financial practices

· Creating a team of advisors to assist with real estate investing

· Understanding the numbers - what are the major benefits of investing, how to calculate returns, and how to put that information together from information obtained on a listing

· The importance of regional and local market knowledge

· Understanding current trends in real estate investing - flipping, short sales, foreclosures, vacation homes, REITs and TICs.

· How to go about finding a real estate investment, and successfully completing the purchase

· Issues regarding legal entities

· Washington Landlord-Tenant Act

· Long term cash flow and how it affects return on investment

· Sale of an investment property

· Section 1031 tax-deferred exchange

A calculator is REQUIRED for this course. A preferred calculator is the HP10BII and can be found at almost any office supply store for $30-$35.

Class Taught By:

Diane Peterson