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Keith L. Eliou, Esq., CFP, RIA, MBA

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How to Protect Yourself from Common Mortgage Scams

How to Protect Yourself from Common Mortgage Scams

The homebuying process involves large financial transactions, multiple parties, and significant personal information. Because of this complexity, mortgage scams have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years. Criminals often target buyers during t

Mar 24, 2026 | Purchasing a Home

Buy a Home using the House Hacking Strategy

Buy a Home using the House Hacking Strategy

For many aspiring real estate investors, the biggest barrier to getting started is the cost of buying an investment property. Down payments, higher interest rates, and stricter lending requirements can make traditional investment properties difficult to a

Mar 17, 2026 | Purchasing a Home

Mortgage Loans for Self-Employed Borrowers

Mortgage Loans for Self-Employed Borrowers

If you are self-employed, getting approved for a mortgage can feel more complex than it does for a salaried employee. Traditional loan programs often require steady W-2 income and consistent pay stubs. However, there are strong mortgage options available

Mar 03, 2026 | Purchasing a Home

Using a HELOC to Buy a Second Home

Using a HELOC to Buy a Second Home

A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) can provide funding for a second home purchase by allowing you to borrow against the equity in your primary residence. This financing strategy offers flexibility but requires careful consideration of the financial obl

Feb 24, 2026 | Purchasing a Home

Airbnb Investing - What Investors Need to Know

Airbnb Investing - What Investors Need to Know

Airbnb investing has grown up. What once looked like an easy side hustle is now a competitive, regulation-heavy segment of real estate that rewards preparation and punishes assumptions. In 2026, short-term rentals can still be profitable—but only fo

Feb 10, 2026 | Purchasing a Home

How Real Estate Tax Benefits Help Build Long-Term Wealth

How Real Estate Tax Benefits Help Build Long-Term Wealth

Real estate investing is widely recognized as a powerful way to generate income and build long-term wealth. What often makes it especially effective is how favorably it is treated under the U.S. tax code. Beyond rental income and appreciation, real estate

Jan 27, 2026 | Purchasing a Home