Investing in real estate can be a  solid, wealth building strategy, but you need to know what you are doing to avoid losing money. Some people make this their occupation and others dabble in it from time to time. To succeed as a real estate investor you must understand the factors that drive the real estate market in your area. Here are a few points to consider:     1- Mortgage interest rates Low interest rates allow a greater proportion of renters to become... [read more]