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Flinchbaugh & Associates, a top Pennsylvania-based real estate team based on transaction sides according to Real Trends Verified, is now affiliated with Keller Williams® Keystone Realty, a KW-affiliated brokerage in York, Pennsylvania. Adam Flinchbaugh serves as the CEO of York, Pennsylvania-based Flinchbaugh & Associates, composed of 10 agents and three staff members. “This is my 29th year in real estate, and I know how much the industry has changed. With today’s touchpoints in every transaction, we need technology that helps us move faster and smarter. Keller Williams delivers exactly that, and it’s going to fuel the next chapter of our growth,”…

In This Article One of the biggest mistakes new investors make is falling in love with a property before they even understand the market. You’ve probably done it yourself. You’re scrolling through listings, and suddenly there’s a nice duplex with granite countertops and hardwood floors. The numbers look decent, so you start running calculations and dreaming about those rental checks rolling in. But location determines roughly 80% of your investment success. That beautiful property in a declining market will eat your profits alive, while a modest home in a thriving area can build generational wealth. The smartest investors choose their…

In This Article For many real estate investors, the idea of using leverage without relying on personal credit, tax returns, or employment history can sound surprising. Yet this is the foundation of non-recourse loans—a financing option available in certain real estate transactions, including those made through investment LLCs, self-directed IRAs, or solo 401(k)s.  We’ll look at what non-recourse loans are and how they typically work, and go over what investors should know when evaluating whether this approach could align with their long-term strategy.  What Is a Non-Recourse Loan?  A non-recourse loan is a type of financing where the lender’s claim…

Keller Williams Realty, LLC (“KW”), the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, has been named to Glassdoor’s Best-Led Companies list for 2025, recognizing organizations with exceptional senior leadership teams that go above and beyond to redefine the employee experience. “This honor is a testament to the leaders and associates who live our culture every day,” said Chris Czarnecki, CEO and president, KW. “At KW, leadership is about empowering entrepreneurs and creating opportunities for people to build businesses worth owning and lives worth living.” “We’re proud that our associates feel that strong commitment and trust,” said Czarnecki. Reinforcing that…

Small multifamily rentals may be the secret to turning average investors into millionaires. These unassuming properties are in the perfect “sweet spot” for scaling a real estate portfolio, helping you reach financial independence faster with more passive income than regular, single-family rentals, but with even fewer expenses.Today, we’re giving you the five steps to buy your first small multifamily and why 2025 may be the best time to get in the game.Dave, your host, is financially free right now primarily because of small multifamily rentals. His first rental was a small multifamily, he house-hacked a small multifamily, and over a…

Ever wondered why some people make millions from real estate investing while others barely break even? There are seven things that successful investors do differently, and they could mean the difference between just scraping by and building real, life-changing wealth. What are they? Stay tuned to find out!Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! In this episode, we’re unpacking the seven “golden rules” of real estate investing that all rookies must know. There are bumps in the road on every investing journey, but with a little knowledge, you could dodge the most common blunders and fast-track your success. If…

Henry:The real estate market never stops moving, and this week’s data really matters for homeowners and investors alike. What’s going on everybody? I am Henry Washington and I’m sitting in for Dave Meyer this week. I’m also joined by Kathy Fettke and James Dainard. We are unpacking all the latest headlines, including the most recent rate cut data and breaking down what they mean for prices, supply and your investment portfolio. This is on the market. Let’s get into it. We’ll start with the article that I brought because it’s talking about the thing that everybody’s talking about this week…

In This Article America’s top short-term rental investors are looking past downtown skylines and straight toward America’s national parks. These wild, photogenic magnets pull in millions of visitors every year, which keeps cabins, cottages, and cozy A-frames in the gateway towns buzzing. The catch: rules, prices, and foot traffic change wildly from park to park. So in this guide, we’re breaking down the heavy hitters (and a few under-the-radar gems) to help you figure out precisely what national park may be the one to watch in 2026. Identifying The Perfect National Park Investment There’s no “one-size-fits-all” when it comes to…

In This Article For decades, real estate investing came with an unspoken rule: If you wanted to own and manage rental properties, you had to be local. The assumption was that successful landlords needed to live near their assets to check in regularly, handle repairs, and keep tenants happy. But that old rule is being rewritten. Welcome to the era of long-distance real estate investing. Today, you can build a portfolio in the best markets across the country without ever stepping foot in them. Whether you live in an expensive city where home prices make rental properties unattainable, or you…

In This Article It’s one thing to worry about your tenant’s ability to pay the rent, but it’s another to know that your tenant could potentially buy your building from you if they wanted. The number of rental households earning $1 million or more per year reached 1 in 13,692 in 2023, tripling over the previous four years, according to a new report from RentCafé. However, the number of millionaire homeowners earning the same amount trailed behind.  So what do the wealthy tenants—excluding vacation and short-term renters—know that homeowners don’t? Flexibility and Liquidity Over Ownership “They’re choosing flexibility and liquidity…