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When people come to America from other parts of the world to make their fortune, one sector of real estate that allows that to happen is income property. Investing in real estate has been the key to some of our countries most successful entrepreneurs no matter whether they came from outside the US or one of our 50 states or protectorates.

Is it easy? It is not easy. Can anyone do it? No. More people have tried and failed than have had enormous success. But many have done very well with income property and built a comfortable living through hard work, education, practical decisions and disciplined negotiating.

Monty has experienced or witnessed great successes and colossal failures in most every type of real estate investment or vehicle available. As an income property investor and real estate broker those experiences have been a great teacher. If you have a real estate investment question, just Ask Monty.

  1. We are a four-person group looking at buying an Airbnb. What is your opinion about Airbnb projects as an investment?     

    Reader Question: We are a four-person group wanting your opinion on topics to consider when buying an Airbnb investment. We have invested in other commercial property types, but this would be our first bed and breakfast. The six units generate an eight-percent cap rate. 2019 was the first year in service. There are numerous significant […]

  2. My grandparents chose to die with no will. Do these three sisters have the right to sell timber and leave the grandchildren out?

      Reader Question: My grandparents chose to die with no will. All their children passed except three sisters. My mother and several siblings passed. One of the grandchildren has been paying taxes for years, and another has been paying electricity. Do these three sisters have the right to sell timber and leave the grandchildren out? […]

  3. Who invests in commercial real estate in the US?

    Reader Question: I am researching commercial real estate. Who invests in commercial real estate in the US? Monty’s Answer: The definition of commercial real estate is buildings owned by an investor or investors to generate income from rent. According to the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT), the total size of the commercial […]

  4. I am considering investing in real estate. Can you explain how people avoid taxes just by owning property?

      Reader Question: I am considering investing in real estate. Can you explain how people avoid taxes just by owning property? Monty’s Answer: Real estate investors do not invest in real estate to avoid taxes. They invest in real estate to build wealth. Appreciation, income, and depreciation create wealth in real estate. Depreciation is also […]