September 25, 2026
Home September 25, 2026 rickchess No Comments Why Grow? Why grow in real estate? Rick Chess explores the difference between needing growth, wanting funding, and preserving wealth. The article looks...
- Capital Access & Exit Taxes
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September 17, 2026
Home September 17, 2026 rickchess No Comments Capital Access – Fact Right Insights From Those on the Cutting Edge! explores what real estate investors can learn by listening closely to...
September 10, 2026
Home September 10, 2026 rickchess No Comments Money for Nothing Discover how real estate investors and property owners can create more cash flow by reimagining existing resources, spaces, and tenant...
September 2, 2026
Home September 2, 2026 rickchess No Comments Government as Friend Government can be more than a regulatory obstacle for real estate investors, it can also be a valuable partner. In...
August 26, 2026
Home August 26, 2026 rickchess No Comments The 25 Biggest Time Wasters The 25 Biggest Time Wasters That Quietly Steal Your Day explores the everyday habits that can drain productivity,...
August 19, 2026
Home August 19, 2026 rickchess No Comments Economics for Kids Explore the economics of real estate through the simple game of musical chairs. Rick Chess explains how inflation, interest rates,...
August 12, 2026
Home August 12, 2026 rickchess No Comments Scams In Realty Real estate can offer excellent investment opportunities, but attractive returns do not eliminate investment risk. In this Realty Reality article,...
August 5, 2026
Unexpected headlines shouldn’t freeze investors. This April Fools–inspired piece shares real-world guidance for navigating economic surprises in the United States—protect dependable income, build “dry powder,” start a second gig, and...
July 29, 2026
Home July 29, 2026 rickchess No Comments Control Triggers Action People are more likely to take meaningful action when they feel they have control over the outcome. In this Realty...
July 22, 2026
Home July 22, 2026 rickchess No Comments Love to Hate Single Family Rentals Stay informed with expert insights on commercial real estate investing, market trends, and wealth-building strategies. Explore analysis...
July 8, 2026
Home July 8, 2026 rickchess No Comments Business Brokers – Meet Realty Reality! Business sales involve much more than negotiating price. In this edition of *Realty Reality*, Rick Chess explains...
June 24, 2026
Home June 24, 2026 rickchess No Comments AI Impact – Nonprofits Artificial intelligence is reshaping the nonprofit sector and impacting community stability and long-term real estate value. Nonprofits remain essential...
June 17, 2026
Home June 17, 2026 rickchess No Comments Best 101 Hire? A practical guide to entry-level recruitment in investment real estate, this article explains how to hire for long-term potential over...
June 3, 2026
Home June 3, 2026 rickchess No Comments Underwrite Non-Profit Tenants Underwriting nonprofit tenants requires more than reviewing today’s financials. Commercial real estate owners and investors must evaluate whether a nonprofit...
May 26, 2026
Home May 26, 2026 rickchess No Comments Local Truth vs. National Noise Discover why real estate decisions should be guided more by local insight than national headlines. This article explores...
May 20, 2026
Home May 20, 2026 rickchess No Comments Weight Watchers Realty Reality Weight Watchers Realty Reality, compares real estate investing to the Weight Watchers system, showing how disciplined “why-driven” decision-making, consistent...
May 10, 2026
Home May 10, 2026 rickchess No Comments Realty Professional How to choose the right realty professional for your specific needs. Learn why one-size-fits-all doesn’t work, when to pay for top-tier...
May 4, 2026
Home May 4, 2026 rickchess No Comments Retail Sign Posts Retail Sign Posts is a real estate investment guide on evaluating shopping centers through practical due diligence signals. Based on...
April 24, 2026
Home April 24, 2026 rickchess No Comments Commercial Realty Rules Commercial real estate success depends on more than finding the right property. Misalignment between key professionals—tax advisors, attorneys, engineers, surveyors,...
April 17, 2026
Unexpected headlines shouldn’t freeze investors. This April Fools–inspired piece shares real-world guidance for navigating economic surprises in the United States—protect dependable income, build “dry powder,” start a second gig, and...
April 14, 2026
Home April 14, 2026 rickchess No Comments Realty 101 – A.G.E. Real estate success starts with a strong foundation. This Realty 101 guide breaks down the A.G.E. cycle—Assemble Assets, Grow...
April 11, 2026
Home April 11, 2026 rickchess No Comments Concussion Conclusions After a concussion landed me in the ER, I realized something about real estate investing: forgetting past market downturns can be...
April 6, 2026
Home April 6, 2026 rickchess No Comments Independent Broker Dealers If you’re raising capital for real estate, Independent Broker Dealers (IBDs) can be a smart path—but it’s not easy. Friends...
March 30, 2026
Unexpected headlines shouldn’t freeze investors. This April Fools–inspired piece shares real-world guidance for navigating economic surprises in the United States—protect dependable income, build “dry powder,” start a second gig, and...
March 26, 2026
Home March 26, 2026 rickchess No Comments Marry Money & Opportunity Explaining alternative real estate securities doesn’t have to be complicated. Using a marriage analogy—from prenups to marital counseling—this piece...
March 16, 2026
Home March 16, 2026 rickchess No Comments Packaged Real Estate Before investing in REITs, DSTs, or real estate funds, understand what’s really inside the package. This practical checklist covers risk,...
March 11, 2026
Home March 11, 2026 rickchess No Comments Realty 101 – A.G.E. Real estate success starts with a strong foundation. This Realty 101 guide breaks down the A.G.E. cycle—Assemble Assets, Grow...
March 2, 2026
Home March 2, 2026 rickchess No Comments Overcome Concrete Snow Leaders Rigid leadership can freeze growth just like “concrete snow.” Adaptability, board accountability, and leadership evolution are essential to avoid...
February 9, 2026
Home February 9, 2026 rickchess No Comments Acquisitions — Turn Up The Volume Maximize real estate acquisitions by turning up the volume! Learn how to engage brokers effectively, assess assets...
February 3, 2026
Home February 3, 2026 rickchess No Comments Grow – Better, Bigger, Beyond! Grow better, bigger, and beyond in 2026! Learn strategies to improve your realty portfolio, boost business performance, expand...
January 13, 2026
Home January 13, 2026 rickchess No Comments Customer Disservice Customer experience failures can quietly destroy long-term success. Real-world lessons from GEICO, Hertz, Wise, and PayPal highlight how broken processes, slow...
December 22, 2025
Home December 22, 2025 rickchess No Comments Rehab, Restore, Rebuild…Relax Rehab, restore, rebuild—or relax? As 2026 approaches, business owners and real estate investors must choose the right lane for growth....
December 15, 2025
Home December 15, 2025 rickchess No Comments 2026 Preparations 2026 is a year for preparation and opportunity. Assess past performance, set clear goals, and focus on what you can control...
December 8, 2025
Home December 8, 2025 rickchess No Comments Lies, Damn Lies…And Realty! Half-truths in real estate can be more dangerous than outright lies. Learn to separate fact from puffery, ask the...
November 26, 2025
Home November 26, 2025 rickchess No Comments Buy Old, Create Young Repurpose aging commercial and residential real estate to attract tenants, maximize rental income, and stay competitive in the real...
October 22, 2025
Home October 22, 2025 rickchess No Comments 2026 – Real Property – Forecast 2026 real estate forecast highlights slower apartment rent growth, steady debt-backed properties, and selective opportunities in retail,...
October 8, 2025
Home October 8, 2025 rickchess No Comments Pick Your Lane Real estate professionals grow faster and earn trust by focusing on their core niche, from property investing to DSTs and...
October 1, 2025
Home October 1, 2025 rickchess No Comments Best Entry-Level Hire? The best entry-level hire in investment real estate combines the right attitude, consistency, and willingness to learn, guided by structured...
September 17, 2025
Home September 17, 2025 rickchess No Comments National – Trends vs. Noise Not Everything Makes A Difference Not every national trend will have a direct impact on your investment real...
September 10, 2025
Home September 10, 2025 rickchess No Comments Deadly Life Lessons Learn critical real estate and leadership lessons from high-stakes failures, boardroom missteps, and investment miscalculations to make smarter decisions, build...
September 3, 2025
Home September 3, 2025 rickchess No Comments Grow 2 Exit! Business growth is a cycle—treasure capital, transact strategically, transform assets, build a strong team, plan for taxation, and prepare for...
August 27, 2025
Home August 27, 2025 rickchess No Comments Garbage In…Garbage Out! Learn how the “garbage in, garbage out” principle impacts real estate investing and why outdated ideas about location, pricing, and...
August 14, 2025
Home August 14, 2025 rickchess No Comments Office – What See Not What You Get? Learn the hidden risks of office real estate investing and why what you see during...
August 6, 2025
Home August 6, 2025 rickchess No Comments Roof Romance Romeo Learn the pros and cons of flat roofs in commercial real estate and how weather, snow load, and maintenance impact...
July 30, 2025
Home July 30, 2025 rickchess No Comments Tax Tips to Tease Today The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) brings permanent tax benefits for small business and real estate owners,...
July 24, 2025
Home July 24, 2025 rickchess No Comments Attracting Equity Raising equity for a growing real estate firm takes strategy, persistence, and trust. Learn how to attract accredited investors through Regulation...
July 16, 2025
Home July 16, 2025 rickchess No Comments Bread, Butter, & Beer A look at how once-dominant businesses can rise, change, or disappear over time—and what real estate investors can learn...
July 2, 2025
Home July 2, 2025 rickchess No Comments 1031 DST 101 Fees Confused by 1031 DST fees? Learn how equity-based pricing, upfront sponsor compensation, and fixed vs. variable costs impact returns—and...
June 25, 2025
Home June 25, 2025 rickchess No Comments Governance Valuation Strong governance doesn’t guarantee strong leadership—but the right balance can accelerate growth. Learn how to evaluate board quality, independence, and mission...
June 18, 2025
Home June 18, 2025 rickchess No Comments Bias Drives Perceived Value Bias shapes real estate investment value. Fungible tenants, short-term holds, and acquiring properties from challenged owners can maximize returns,...
June 11, 2025
Home June 11, 2025 rickchess No Comments Equity Access – Via Alternative Broker Dealers Equity access is critical for real estate growth, and alternative broker dealers provide a path to...
May 28, 2025
Home May 28, 2025 rickchess No Comments Apartment Opportunities How apartment owners can adapt to changing renter behavior, especially with Gen Z driving demand, remote work reshaping spaces, and new...
May 14, 2025
Home May 14, 2025 rickchess No Comments Checkmate Exit Taxes Selling a business or real estate doesn’t mean you have to give away a large portion to taxes. This article...
May 7, 2025
Home May 7, 2025 rickchess No Comments Are you a “Transaction Catalyst”? Navigating deals, managing market uncertainty, and surviving financial storms help investors and business owners thrive in real estate,...