Are you interested in real estate investing? It can be an excellent source of extra cash. Look at your real estate options with the tips ahead and begin to learn all you can.

Before investing in real estate in any form, you need to do your research and analyze the market. Look at between 50 and 100 properties in a location you desire, and create a spreadsheet with each one. Things to look at include repair budgets, expected rent, and current prices. This will help you weed out the bad from the good.

Always have any property inspected by a professional, third party before investing. A seller might pay for the inspection, but can you really trust them if they use someone they know? Always get your inspection from someone whom you personally trust.

Stick with a niche that you feel comfortable dealing with. If you really focus on a …