Real Estate Investing Resources

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Fix and Flip Tips and How-To's

Top Renovations That Increase ARV, Room by Room

Renovations that increase ARV tend to be the ones buyers can picture using, and this guide walks..

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Financing Company Updates

Kiavi Investor Pulse: October 2026 Market and Financing Update

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DSCR & Rental Local Markets

Arizona and Colorado DSCR Loans: Phoenix and Denver 2026

Fix and Flip Tips and How-To's

What to Renovate (and What to Skip) for Maximum ROI

Wondering which renovations could actually make a difference to your bottom line? For real estate..

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Tips and How-To's DSCR & Rental

Key Takeaways from the 2025 IMN SFR East Conference Every REI Should Know

This year's 2025 IMN Single-Family Rental (SFR) East Conference in Miami, Florida, brought..

Tips and How-To's Ground-Up Construction

A Guide to Infill Construction: How It’s Helping Shape Urban Development

Some urban areas are running out of space to expand. With limited land, rising population..

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Tips and How-To's DSCR & Rental

A Complete Guide: How Rental Portfolio Loans Can Help You Scale Your Rental Business

Expanding your rental property investment business is an exciting journey filled with..

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Tips and How-To's

6 Things to Do Before Submitting Your First Fix-and-Flip Loan

Securing the right financing could make or break your real estate investment project, especially..

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Tips and How-To's

Should You Fix-and-Flip Properties in 2025?

If you’re wondering whether fix-and-flip investing is still worth pursuing in 2025, you’re not..

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Tips and How-To's Local Markets

Key Takeaways from the ‘Early 2025 Insights: Emerging Trends in Real Estate Investing’ Webinar

Kiavi andJohn Burns Research and Consulting (JBREC) recently joined forces to share what's..

Kiavi on-demand webinar: 'Early 2025 Insights' with Alex Thomas and Charles Goodwin.

Fix and Flip Tips and How-To's

Building Your Fix-and-Flip Dream Team: Roles & Expertise to Help You Succeed

Fix-and-flip projects have become an exciting dream for many, fueled by the overwhelming..

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Tips and How-To's

5 Ways REIs Can Stay Agile and Competitive in a Saturated Market

Even for the most seasoned real estate investors (REIs), navigating a saturated market can..

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Tips and How-To's

Key Takeaways from the IMN Single Family Rental Forum (WEST) Conference

This year'sIMN Single Family Rental (SFR) Conference was held in sunny Scottsdale, AZ. As always,..

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Tips and How-To's

2025 Trends Every Real Estate Investor Should Watch

The waiting game is over. After a few years of uncertainty, 2025 is shaping up to be a turning..

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Tips and How-To's

Top Insights For Brokers & Real Estate Investors from the AAPL Conference

The 2024 AAPL Annual Conference brought together some of the brightest minds in private lending...

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The above is provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only; it does not constitute an endorsement or an approval by Kiavi of any of the products, services or opinions of the corporation or organization or individual. The information provided does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal, tax, or investment advice. Kiavi bears no responsibility for the accuracy, legality, or content of any external content sources.

*Rates are based on loan terms, borrower qualifications, LTV, and property factors and are subject to change. Non owner-occupied rental properties only. Interest rates or charges herein are not recommended, approved, set or established by the State of Kansas.

© 2026 Figure Lending LLC. Figure Lending LLC dba Figure, 5200 77 Center Drive, Suite 400, Charlotte, NC 28217. (888) 819-6388. NMLS ID 1717824. Equal Housing Opportunity. Kiavi Funding LLC NMLS #1125207 is a subsidiary of Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. | AZ Mortgage Banker License 0926504 | CA Finance Lender licensed by CA Department of Financial Protection and Innovation | 575 Market Street | Suite 1600 | San Francisco CA 94105 | Toll Free: 844-415-4663 | kiavi.com. All DSCR and Rental Loans are originated and funded by Figure Lending LLC dba Figure effective 9/1/2026. Bridge loans secured by property located in AZ, ID, NV, OR, and SD are originated and funded by Figure Lending LLC, NMLS ID 1717824. Bridge loans secured by property located in the following jurisdictions are originated and funded by Kiavi Funding, LLC. formerly known as Kiavi Funding, Inc., NMLS ID 1125207: AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, and WY as well as Washington D.C. For licensing information go to www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org.