Part-time real estate agents can have a steady income stream despite financial slowdown by resorting to the following ways: get a sideline job, rent out properties, buy and sell properties, and trade-in properties.

Because economy has been greatly affected by the world-wide instability, businesses of all types are fighting hard to survive in the industry. Real estate is not an exemption; therefore, there are ingenious ways others are doing to survive the situation. Below are some suggestions:

Look for a Part-time Job

On lean days, do something to double your income by having a sideline. See to it that the job allows a flexible schedule so that you can easily jump from one income stream to another.

Have Your Properties Leased

If you have enough money to finance a property, buy one and have it leased. This would mean a steady and sure monthly cash flow to compensate for your lack of income. Another advantage of leasing your property is that lesser maintenance cost is required since it is clearly stated on the contract that the lessee is responsible for the repair and maintenance of the leased properties.

Buy More Foreclose Properties and Sell Them

Many buy foreclosed houses or properties; renovate it; sell it. This is if you have save enough capital as a seasoned real estate agent.

Do Trade-ins

Some property owners opt to choose trade in. Look for potential traders of properties whom you can trade you own or other clients properties. In this way, there’s a chance of increasing your potential profit depending on the assessed value of the newly acquired property..

Real estate though is still making good for some areas. Once is in Cebu Philippines. Many foreigners with Filipina wives or Filipinos from abroad are flocking to invest in Cebu real estate.


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