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Having a passion for real estate and helping people in need can go hand in hand. The holiday season is a time to be more charitable so we encourage you to mix your passion for real estate and volunteerism to give back to the community.

The world of real estate is much wider than housing and retail space. Virtually any enterprise that requires the use of land and/or buildings is a potential opportunity for real estate investors.

Birgo’s office will be closed Thursday, November 11 for an employee Mental Health Day.

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are a great way to diversify your portfolio in an accessible way. A REIT is a corporation that invests in real estate on behalf of its shareholders and passes the proceeds on to them. REITs can be private, public, traded on a stock exchange, or non-traded. 

Buying a home isn’t for everyone. Homeownership makes more sense in some professions than others, and it usually isn’t advisable to buy a home unless you’re planning to stay in your city or geography for at least a few years. But for young professionals with stable jobs, starting a family, or planning to live in the same area for a while, a house is more than just another appreciating asset. A house is an important part of your net worth, a stronghold against financial risk, a source of passive income, and a financial milestone worth being proud of.

The leaves are changing, the air is cooling, and everyone is flocking to their nearest Starbucks to get a Pumpkin Spice Latte which can only mean one thing... It’s officially fall y’all! In honor of its long awaited return, we’ve provided some tips for making your apartment more cozy for the fall season.

What makes a real estate investor shiver on a dark night around a warm campfire? Hold on to your candy corn, because we’re going to tell a few real estate horror stories: spine-chilling tales of haunted property and deals gone wrong scary enough to keep even a veteran investor awake at night.

The real estate industry can no doubt be challenging. Insurance issues, trouble tenants, unwelcome critters and deals that fall through are all nightmare fuel. As a real estate investment and property management company, Birgo is no stranger to sticky situations. A few members of the Birgo team shared some of their spookiest experiences and real estate horror stories.

Diversification is key to mitigating downside risks and improving long-term returns. Real estate is one of the best ways to diversify your portfolio.

Spooky season and sweater weather are finally upon us! It’s our favorite time of year. Pop some popcorn, pull out your coziest blanket, light your favorite fall-scented candle and turn on the TV. The golden question: as real estate investors, which movie would we put our money on?

Home to just under 8,500 people, Beaver Falls is the picture perfect small town. It’s homey feel and close knit community welcomes everyone with open arms. The best part about small towns? They have the best small businesses! Continue reading for a list of our favorite businesses in Beaver Falls.

The simple definition of leverage is “using debt to increase your returns.” Borrowing money to finance projects enables investors to acquire more assets than they could otherwise afford, and to earn outsized returns proportional to equity invested.