Alma Hoffman, Author at Buy and Sell Commercial Real Estate

What Does Homeowners’ Insurance Cover?

Alma Hoffman December 3, 2023December 4, 2023

Homeowners' insurance is a vital financial tool that provides protection for your investment and peace of mind to homeowners. It offers coverage for a wide range of scenarios, helping safeguard your home, personal belongings, and financial well-being. In this article, we will explore what homeowners' insurance typically covers and how it can benefit you in times of need. Dwelling Coverage Dwelling coverage is the core component of homeowners' insurance. It...

How to Make More Money as a Real Estate Agent

Alma Hoffman January 25, 2023January 25, 2023

We all know that most people become real estate agents so they can make deals and earn that commission. What many people don’t realize is that there are many other ways that you can utilize your skills to get paid! So, let’s take a look at ways you can leverage your license and how to make more money as a real estate agent! Make money by creating a downline A...

Flat Fee vs Percentage Based Real Estate Commission

Alma Hoffman September 30, 2022

Real estate agents are compensated in different ways, depending on the type of transaction. One of the primary differences between real estate agents is their commission structure. While they may have other variations as well, a majority of real estate agents charge either flat fees or a percentage of the sales price when assisting clients with buying or selling a home. If you’re considering working with an agent to buy...

9 Steps to Help you Sell Your House

Alma Hoffman June 2, 2022June 2, 2022

How to Get Your House Ready to Sell Selling a house can be stressful. If you are like most people, your house is the largest single investment that you will ever make. It is both a matter of pride and practicality to ensure you get the best price. It is not enough to just post a price and wait for buyers to come through the door with a checkbook in...

How Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid

Alma Hoffman December 14, 2021January 25, 2023

Many people get a real estate license because of the potential income in the real estate industry. How are real estate agents paid for their work? Here's how real estate agents are paid. How real estate agents are paid Most real estate agents are paid commissions based on the sale price of a property. Real estate commissions can be negotiable. They range from 1% to 10%. We will use the 5% commission rate as an example for our...

Types of Real Estate Investments – What is Right for Me?

Alma Hoffman May 27, 2021December 14, 2021

There are many different kinds of real estate investment, but most fall neatly into two broad categories: The first category is residential real estate investment, such as housing property and residential real estate loans. The first mostly deals with single family homes and knowing the right time to sell and buy homes. The second category is commercial real estate investment, which includes office buildings, apartment complexes, retail properties, warehouses, shopping...

How to Make Smart Real Estate Investment Choices

Alma Hoffman May 27, 2021December 14, 2021

Real estate investment includes the acquisition, possession, control, improvement, rental or sale of real estate as consideration for gain. In simple terms, it is the buying and selling of commercial, residential, industrial and other real estate properties. The real estate market in the United States is highly leveraged and speculative in nature. Real estate investment is an avenue through which borrowers can obtain ready cash for their investments in a...