Real Estate Investing – GCU News & Blog

How Life Insurance Can Safeguard Your Texas Property Investment

Jun 28, 2025

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Life insurance offers Texas property investors a strategic tool to manage taxes, bypass probate, eliminate mortgage risk, and ensure multigenerational wealth continuity, regardless of economic or legal uncertainty.

Condos As An Entry Point To Real Estate Investing

Jun 28, 2025

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Matt Kelderman

in Blog

Condominiums offer a strategic entry point into real estate investing, with options ranging from affordable starter units to high-return luxury properties. Explore risks, rental strategies, and tips to maximize ROI.

Calculating the True Cost: A Financial Guide to Downtown Austin Condo Ownership 2025

Jun 27, 2025

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John Jones

in International Real Estate

Plan your 2025 Austin condo purchase with clarity. This expert guide breaks down true costs, from mortgage to HOA fees, taxes, insurance, and beyond.

How to Sell Your Mortgage Note in Texas: A Complete Guide

Jun 17, 2025

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Diana Brown

in Real Estate Investing

Get a full breakdown on how to sell your mortgage note in Texas, from valuation to documentation, closing timelines, and choosing the right buyer in a strong and competitive market.

Property Management Mistakes to Avoid in Florida’s Competitive Rental Market

Jun 5, 2025

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Suzie Bruning

in International Real Estate

Avoid costly property management mistakes in Florida’s competitive rental market. Learn how to screen tenants properly, maintain your property, comply with laws, and price rentals right for long-term success.

7 Smart Tips For Finding An Investment Property in North America

May 22, 2025

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Sheri Matthews

in International Real Estate

Real estate investing can be a powerful path to long-term wealth—if you play it smart. This guide shares seven actionable tips to help you choose the right property, run the numbers, and avoid common pitfalls.

Smart Financial Moves for Today’s Real Estate Buyers

Apr 2, 2025

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Corey Young

in Real Estate Investment

In today’s market, proper financial preparation is critical. With rising housing costs, shifting mortgage rates, and a scarcity of inventory, buyers must make prudent financial decisions. Understanding your financing options, strategically using cash, and being selective will help you secure the best deal. Here’s how you can do it. Explore Your Financing Options Traditional mortgages…

Can You Create Your Own Mortgage Note? A DIY Guide

Feb 19, 2025

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Peter Loudis

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Creating a mortgage note can be a powerful financial tool, allowing you to structure private lending agreements for real estate transactions. A mortgage note is a legally binding document that outlines a borrower’s promise to repay a loan, typically secured by property. This document formalises the terms including the interest rate, repayment schedule, and the…

The Best Time and Smart Strategies for First-Time Residential Property Investors

Jan 21, 2025

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Tommy Lankri

in Real Estate Investment

If you’re starting to invest in real estate or want to expand your portfolio, residential property can be a great addition. This is investment in single-family homes, apartments, condos, or any other housing that will help you to accumulate wealth through incomes. What works for first-time investors is the timing and proper strategy. A good…

Hard Money Lenders in California: A Strategic Tool for Real Estate Investors

Oct 12, 2024

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Dallas

in Blog, International Real Estate

Quick and flexible financing options are important in the world of real estate investment which is very competitive and moves at a high speed. The hard money lenders in California have been identified to offer unique financing solutions for the property market which could be of importance for certain investors moving very fast on such…

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