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Best Things to do in Incline Village, NV   Incline Village, just seconds over the order from Lake Tahoe, is known as the ultimate playground for people of all ages. As a result, the list of the best things to do in Incline Village is nearly endless. Here, we’ll try to break it down so visitors can maximize their time and enjoyment of our beautiful area!   Skiing/Snowboarding Incline Village...

What’s the best part of vacation? Eating out, of course! And to assist in your gastronomic pursuits, we’ve put together this handy-dandy guide to Pebble Beach restaurants. With this guidance, you’ll always be able to find the perfect spot quickly.    Bon appetit!   Pebble Beach Restaurants Featuring Cheap Eats Sometimes, all you want is to grab a quick snack or an easy meal. After all, you’ve got places to...

Though it’s known as a golfer’s paradise, there’s plenty to do in Pebble Beach. There’s something for everyone to do! Enjoy the outdoors, browse art and antiques, eat fresh, delicious food, or shop at one-of-a-kind boutiques. Traverse the Iconic 17-Mile Drive The 17-Mile Drive is one of the most beloved things to do in Pebble Beach. As one of the most scenic routes in the US, you’ll be treated to...

Best Places to Invest in STRs   You’re ready to start your journey into investments. You know you want to start with short-term or vacation rentals. The question is: Where are the best places to invest in STRs?    There’s truly no simple answer to this, because so many different areas of the US have excellent attributes as short-term rentals. However, just to narrow it down, we used the following...

Creative Financing Options Looking to purchase an investment property, but you keep hitting roadblocks when it comes to financing the purchase? There may be more options than you’re aware of. In this post, we’re going to talk about some creative financing options for the purchase of your investment property that can bust through that roadblock and set you on the path to real estate wealth.    First, what is creative...

Mortgage Loans for Investment Properties   In this blog post, we’re going to take a look at the different types of mortgage loans for investment properties. While many are the same or similar to the loan you take out for your principal residence, there are differences.    So, you’ve decided to purchase an investment property. Great!   Do you have cash in hand? If not, how are you going to...

Learning Real Estate Investing The first book on investing I ever read was “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” by Robert Kiyosaki and it changed the way I think about money. What he teaches is that money is supposed to work for you, not the other way around.  This is a confusing time for real estate investing, but with a few basic ground rules, you’ll soon have it mastered!   And I...

Is Real Estate Investment Still A Viable Investment Strategy?   According to S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller US National Home Price Index, home prices increased by 18.8% in 2021.    Zillow is predicting an overall 17.3% gain in 2022.    Real estate is a time-honored and tested investment. These unprecedented numbers have left investors and potential investors questioning their strategies. Is real estate still the same path to wealth that it always...

Things to Do in Lake of the Ozarks   You made it! You’re at your beautiful vacation home by JZ Vacation Rentals. What’s next? Well, it’s time to find some things to do in Lake of the Ozarks!   There’s plenty to choose from! With activities as varied as water sports to museums to shopping, there’s something here that every member of your family will love.    Because being outdoors...

Spring Calendar of Events in St. Louis   Everyone knows about the arches, right? That’s what makes St. Louis famous. But there’s so much more to see and do! From hidden gems that only the “locals” (like Sterling K. Brown from This is Us) know about to other almost-as-famous attractions, this spring calendar of events will help you to discover OUR St. Louis!   March 20 – June 21 (well,...