Grant McDonald

Grant McDonald is currently Vice President - Corporate Development at 14th Street Capital. He has over 20 years of experience in the real estate and corporate finance industries.

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All you need to know about BRRRR investing in Texas

Investors in real estate can use a variety of formulas to help them determine whether or not a given investment is a good one. The acronym BRRRR stands for one of the many strategies used by investors to build their portfolios by purchasing, renovating, renting, refinancing, and then repeating the process. Investing in real estate …

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Guide to getting started as a fix and flip investor and flipping houses in Montana

Despite its small population, Montana presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities for real estate investors. While there aren’t a lot of houses available to flip, it’s clear that if you find the right one, the rewards can be substantial. The average revenue per flip ($162,340) is significantly higher than in most other states …

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5 Exciting Housing Market Predictions and What it Means for Real Estate Investors in 2022

Real estate experts are making some predictions about the future of the U.S. housing market based on their forecasts. With new records being set for both the speed at which homes are selling and their prices rising, the housing market remains hot despite these early signs that it may be slowing down. Housing market predictions …

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How Does Refinancing Work?

What is refinancing and how does it work? When you refinance your mortgage, you’re going to get a new loan to substitute your old one. The new loan may have various terminology, such as shifting from a 15-year to a 30-year term or by an extendable to a fixed interest rate, but perhaps the most …

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Understanding the Difference Between Cash to Close vs Closing Costs

Closing costs and cash to close are two terms used to explain how much money you’ll need at the closing table. It’s critical to know the difference between the cash to close vs closing costs before purchasing a home. Generally speaking, closing costs are the charges that are needed in order to get the loan …

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Is Pittsburgh a Good Place to Invest in Real Estate?

In the market for a piece of Pittsburgh real estate? Property investing may be quite profitable if done correctly. In addition to allowing you to diversify your investment portfolio, it can provide you with the possibility to earn a respectable income for many years to come. Downtown Pittsburgh and the neighboring areas are excellent investment …

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The Ultimate Guide to Flipping Houses in Washington DC

The Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area is the sixth most populous metro area in the United States, with a population of around 6.1 million people. Investing in real estate by flipping houses can be a profitable technique if you locate a suitable market. Given that many communities in Washington DC score low on conventional safety rating measures, …

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The Complete Guide to Finding an Undervalued Property as a Real Estate Investor

While property prices are rising across the board, it’s a little hard not to take advantage of super-low mortgage rates; or risk seeing prices rise even further if you wait. Even in today’s high-priced marketplace, there are ways to find an undervalued property in the United States property market. So you want to get into the …

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APR vs APY : Whats the Difference and How to Calculate it?

The terms annual percentage yield (APY) and annual percentage rate (APR) are both used to describe interest. However, APY refers to the interest earned on money held in a savings account, whereas APR refers to the cost of borrowing money. It’s easy to see how the phrases APR and APY could be confused. Interest in financial …

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What is DSCR In Real Estate?

The DSCR or Debt-service Coverage Ratio is applicable to government, corporate, and household finances alike. Corporate finance uses the DSCR to determine how much cash a company has available to pay its current debts. The DSCR tells investors if a company is able to pay its debts with its current revenues. What is the DSCR …

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