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There are many beneficial ways you can save for retirement, and an IRA is one of them. An IRA, or Individual Retirement Account, is essentially a savings account with tax breaks. You are able to place your money in an IRA so you can invest it while saving for your retirement, and it’s typically something…
Read MoreDuring any discussion of finances, someone will inevitably mention credit scores. Credit plays a major role in finances these days, and depending on the state of your credit score, it can help or hinder you in making major decisions like investing in real estate. As a non-recourse loan lender, we’ve worked with clients to get…
Read MoreIn previous blog posts, we discussed the downsides of high renter turnover and offered a few ways you can deal with this process. Rental turnover can be a hassle for you especially if you’re new to owning and maintaining rental properties. After all, for every minute the property remains unoccupied, you’re losing potential revenue. Fortunately,…
Read MoreInvesting in real estate with a non-recourse loan is easy when you partner with First Western Federal Savings Bank. We offer the resources and funding you need to start making smart investments into valuable properties that can help you earn passive income quickly. So, if getting the funding you need to invest in real estate…
Read MoreEven though investing in a rental property can be a method of earning some passive income, anyone looking to invest in real estate has to dive deep into the responsibilities (both upfront and long-term) investment strategies, the real estate market, and the long-term potential for growth, or even the potential for a decline in the…
Read MoreIt seems like it was not that long ago that our non-recourse loan lenders were talking about prepping your vacation rental property for winter, but here we are, already thinking about summer! They weren’t lying when they said “time flies.” Summer is a big season for most vacation rental owners. You want to be sure…
Read MoreWelcome back to our blog series on the pros and cons of allowing pets in your rental property. By allowing renters to have pets, you’ll likely have more renters to choose from, and could potentially see some financial benefits as well (check out our previous post for more details). But as is the case with…
Read MoreIt’s a decision that you’ve pondered over for months, maybe even years. You’re excited by the thought of passive income and investing in real estate. You’re finally ready to become a rental property owner, and buy your first rental property! This is quite an exciting time, but as is true with any new endeavor in…
Read MoreRental property myths are practically a dime a dozen. When taking into account the current housing market trends and real estate market, rumors can easily fly. Our non-recourse loan lenders are here to dispel some of these myths so that you can be more informed when it comes to rental investment properties. Find out more,…
Read MoreApplying for a non-recourse loan is essential to purchasing a property that can be turned into a rental. You can own a rental property (and use a non-recourse loan to help obtain it) in any of the 50 states, but many people wonder: What kind of rental property should I set up? Do I want…
Read MoreYou’ve been with us all along for parts one and two, and in our third installment on our rental property blog, we’re going to look at some final tips on owning a rental property. The team at First Western Federal Savings Bank is the group of people you need to get the non-recourse loan you’ve…
Read MoreThere are so many advantages to owning a rental property, and particularly, being able to acquire one through using your self-directed IRA in tandem with a non-recourse loan. With a rental property, you can receive an additional source of income, flexibility in how your income comes through, and a financial asset that could provide long-term…
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