--- title: Real Estate and Trust Deed Investment Blog | Trust Deed Capital | Fix and Flip Education description: Fix and Flip Education | California Real Estate news and trends related to trust deed investments and private money loans. Trust Deed Capital, Inc. is a private money lender. --- [![Trust Deed Capital](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hs-fs/file-16494019-png/images/trust-deed-capital-logo.png "Trust Deed Capital")](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/) CALL 1 (888) 563-5588 Search ![Hard Money Lender Investors](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hs-fs/images/blog.png) ## [3 Renovations That are Better Left As They Are](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/3-renovations-that-are-better-left-as-they-are) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Apr 02, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Architects%20at%20a%20construction%20site%20pointing%20at%20a%20house.jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/3-renovations-that-are-better-left-as-they-are) Investors who are new to the very lucrative "fix and flip" market can make financial mistakes when they make renovations to an older property. It is better to learn which renovations are better left as they are by reading this article, than by graduating from the school of hard knocks. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/3-renovations-that-are-better-left-as-they-are) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/3-renovations-that-are-better-left-as-they-are#comments-listing) ## [How to Handle Problems in California that Arise After a Flip](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/how-to-handle-problems-in-california-that-arise-after-a-flip) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Mar 19, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Mid%20section%20of%20man%20calculating%20bills%20on%20mobile%20phone.jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/how-to-handle-problems-in-california-that-arise-after-a-flip) California law is clear about defects or problems. By following some simple steps before the home goes on the market Sellers will save time, effort, and possible costs after the closing. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/how-to-handle-problems-in-california-that-arise-after-a-flip) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/how-to-handle-problems-in-california-that-arise-after-a-flip#comments-listing) ## [Is House Flipping While Working a 9-5 Job a Good Idea?](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/is-house-flipping-while-working-a-9-5-job-a-good-idea) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Wed, Mar 06, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/side%20profile%20stressed%20young%20businessman%20sitting%20outside%20corporate%20office%20holding%20head%20with%20hands%20looking%20down.%20Negative%20human%20emotion%20facial%20expression%20feelings..jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/is-house-flipping-while-working-a-9-5-job-a-good-idea) Flipping is the art of purchasing a property and transforming the real estate into a modern, luxurious, and [desirable home](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/five-home-improvements-to-increase-the-value-of-your-rei-real-estate-investment) that buyers are willing to pay a pretty penny to live in. It is an incredibly rewarding and lucrative business that has taken over the real estate industry within the past decade thanks to television networks like HGTV. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/is-house-flipping-while-working-a-9-5-job-a-good-idea) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/is-house-flipping-while-working-a-9-5-job-a-good-idea#comments-listing) ## [5 Ways to Get Funding for Your First Flip](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/5-ways-to-get-funding-for-your-first-flip) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Feb 26, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/business%20people%20shaking%20hands%20make%20deal%20and%20sign%20contract.jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/5-ways-to-get-funding-for-your-first-flip) The real estate market continues to offer lucrative investment opportunities for flippers. According to market experts at Realtor.com, the median listing price of US homes reached $289,300 in January 2019. That represents a 7% year-over-year increase nationwide. Regardless of location, those who can take advantage of current market conditions are realizing larger profits at a faster rate. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/5-ways-to-get-funding-for-your-first-flip) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/5-ways-to-get-funding-for-your-first-flip#comments-listing) ## [Should You Ever Buy a Property for More Than It’s Worth?](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-ever-buy-a-property-for-more-than-its-worth) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Wed, Feb 13, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Los%20Angeles%2c%20California%2c%20USA%20downtown%20cityscape..jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-ever-buy-a-property-for-more-than-its-worth) The common answer is, "No, you should never pay more than a property is worth." There a major reason for not doing so, and a few others why it can make sense. Let us begin with the reason for not. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-ever-buy-a-property-for-more-than-its-worth) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/should-you-ever-buy-a-property-for-more-than-its-worth#comments-listing) ## [3 Main Types of Home Buyers](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/3-main-types-of-home-buyers) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Feb 05, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Couple%20and%20real-estate%20agent%20in%20front%20of%20house%20for%20sale.jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/3-main-types-of-home-buyers) There are three main types of buyer. Savvy [investors](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/investor-process) know how to appeal to each kind: [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/3-main-types-of-home-buyers) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/3-main-types-of-home-buyers#comments-listing) ## [How to Get Started Investing in a New Region (Plus Some Words of Caution)](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/how-to-get-started-investing-in-a-new-region-plus-some-words-of-caution) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Jan 08, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Downtown%20Los%20Angeles%2c%20California%2c%20USA%20skyline%20at%20dawn..jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/how-to-get-started-investing-in-a-new-region-plus-some-words-of-caution) There are many advantages to broadening an [investment portfolio](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/bid/118582/Is-Real-Estate-Part-of-Your-Investment-Portfolio) by going outside your usual geographic area and getting started investing in a new region. There are different types of regions to consider. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/how-to-get-started-investing-in-a-new-region-plus-some-words-of-caution) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/how-to-get-started-investing-in-a-new-region-plus-some-words-of-caution#comments-listing) ## [4 Best Ways to Start Investing in Real Estate Later In Life](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-best-ways-to-start-investing-in-real-estate-later-in-life) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Wed, Jan 02, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/View%20from%20Tank%20Hill%20Park%2c%20in%20San%20Francisco%2c%20California..jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-best-ways-to-start-investing-in-real-estate-later-in-life) [Investing](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/bid/157314/3-Signs-You-Should-be-Investing-with-Hard-Money-vs-Cash) in real estate is one of the safest ways to preserve or build wealth and to generate income. When we get to later in life many of us want projects to be simple, safe, and profitable. By choosing wisely, real estate investing delivers on all three. But, like everything else, there are simple steps to follow, and other steps to avoid. Let us look at the best ways to start investing in real estate when you get older. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-best-ways-to-start-investing-in-real-estate-later-in-life) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/4-best-ways-to-start-investing-in-real-estate-later-in-life#comments-listing) ## [The Real Estate Maxim to Take with a Grain of Salt](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/the-real-estate-maxim-to-take-with-a-grain-of-salt) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Dec 18, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Architects%20at%20a%20construction%20site%20pointing%20at%20a%20house.jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/the-real-estate-maxim-to-take-with-a-grain-of-salt) Almost everyone says the three most important words in [real estate](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/the-best-of-real-estate-investing-articles) are Location, Location, Location. They are not. As an investor looking to buy a rental property and to make money on it from Day 1, the three most important words are: Location, Condition, Price. Let us briefly discuss each one so you will know why you should take that maxim with a grain of salt. [Read More](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/the-real-estate-maxim-to-take-with-a-grain-of-salt) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/the-real-estate-maxim-to-take-with-a-grain-of-salt#comments-listing) ## [2 Potential Maintenance Hazards to Look Out For](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/2-potential-maintenance-hazards-to-look-out-for) Posted by [Ken Meyer](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/author/ken-meyer) on Tue, Dec 04, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Close%20up%20of%20hand%20repairing%20pipes%20with%20wrench.jpeg) ](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/2-potential-maintenance-hazards-to-look-out-for) You want to buy an [investment property](https://www.trustdeedcapital.com/blog/bid/139969/5-considerations-when-buying-investment-property) to rent out so you get immediate income or to flip for a fast profit? A lot of future rental properties need a little TLC. They may need a deep clean, some painting, replacing carpets or appliances, or some outside work. This is quite usual, and something you take into account when you write your initial offer. You also know that your home inspector may discover something that the current owner will pay for or you can use to renegotiate the price. The last thing you want is for your property to develop a serious maintenance problem that will cost you time, money, and hassle. These maintenance hazards are not always obvious, even to professional inspectors. Here are two to look out for. 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