Jason Hartman

Jason Hartman

Jason Hartman® is the Founder and CEO of Platinum Properties Investor Network, The Hartman Media Company and The Jason Hartman Foundation. Starting with very little, Jason, while still in college at the age of 19, embarked on a career in real estate while brokering properties for clients, he was investing in his own portfolio along the way. Through creativity, persistence and hard work, he soon joined the ranks of the top one-percent of Realtors in the U.S. and in quick succession; earned a number of prestigious industry awards and became a young multi-millionaire. Jason purchased an Irvine, California real estate brokerage firm which he expanded dramatically and was later acquired by Coldwell Banker. He combined his dedication and business talents to become a successful entrepreneur, public speaker, author, and media personality. Over the years he developed his Complete Solution for Real Estate Investors™ where his innovative firm educates and assists investors in acquiring prudent investments nationwide for their portfolio. Jason’s highly sought after educational events, speaking engagements, and his ultra-hot “Creating Wealth Podcast” inspire and empower hundreds of thousands of people in 164 countries worldwide.

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    • Real Estate Crowdfunding Returns: Is It Really Worth it?

      Crowdfunding is the newest way to raise money, and it works beautifully in the right situation. Crowdfunding to pay an unexpected debt or to raise money for a good cause gives us the power to use the 21st century’s digital connectivity in a positive way. Where crowdfunding doesn’t work is in real estate investment. Real estate crowdfunding returns are never as good as promised, and there are some good reasons to avoid this type of investment.What Is It All About?Crowdfunding has been possible since the JOBS Act went into effect and changed securities regulations so that nonaccredited investors could invest…

    • 5 Best Real Estate Investing Conferences

      Real estate investment is the best way to achieve true financial freedom. If you’re just getting started or have been in the field for a while but know you could be doing more, consider attending one of the best real estate investing conferences available.Why a Conference?Changes in the housing industry move quickly, and 2020 is shaping up to be an especially volatile year. Add to that the reality that the market varies significantly from state to state and even city to city, and it’s clear why it’s important to stay on top of new industry trends and keep your network…

    • Busted: 8 Myths About Real Estate Crowdfunding

      Crowdfunding is all the rage. It is a great way to bring an innovative product to market or help someone in need pay for enormous medical bills. However, it is less optimal for real estate. There are a lot of myths out there about real estate crowdfunding, and it is important to get the facts before you put your hard-earned cash into an investment.Real Estate CrowdfundingCrowdfunding is gathering large amounts of money in relatively small increments from many people at once. It’s become such a hot idea that regulations have changed to make crowdfunding easier, and with those changes, we…

    • How The Work From Home Economy Affects Real Estate Investors

      Every major event in human history inspires a change in human culture. Whether it’s a war, a new invention, or a pandemic, we can expect to see people adapt. The work from home economy has been building speed for a while, and the current coronavirus issue has just sped things up. What does this mean for real estate investors?The Home As the Center of the UniverseThere’s never been a time when the home wasn’t important, but it’s about to become the center of the universe for everyone. Whether people like it or not–and whether businesses like it or not–people have…

    • 9 Things To Look For To Find Great Rental Properties

      Real estate investment is the best way to plan for a secure retirement and reach financial freedom, but only if you get the right properties. The field is full of great choices, but it’s also full of bad ones. Always commit to doing your due diligence, and start by looking for the signs of a great property.1. A Nice NeighborhoodThe neighborhood is everything. It determines your vacancy rate. It controls the type of tenants your property will attract. And while there’s no one type of neighborhood to look for, you must be aware of what the area is like and…

    • Pandemic Investing: How To Invest During a Pandemic

      If the pandemic of 2020 has highlighted anything, it’s how quickly everything can change. The world as we know has shifted dramatically in just a few weeks. Life will get back to “normal,” but it will never be quite the same. And at the same time, the pandemic has exposed the fragility of many investment routes. So where should your money be going as you consider pandemic investing?Single-Family Income Properties: Stability in the StormReal estate investment has always been one of the most stable places to put your money, and during a time of pandemic investing, this is as true…

    • Pros And Cons Of Section 8 For Real Estate Investors

      Section 8 housing has been controversial with real estate investors since its inception in the 1930s as a response to the Great Depression. The program has evolved ever since, and today its main purpose is to provide low-income Americans with subsidized housing. There’s a lot to consider about the program in general, including the pros and cons for real estate investors.Pro: Stable Rent PaymentsThis is perhaps the biggest advantage of the program. Landlords can count on getting 70%-100% of the rent from vouchers given by the government. There are, of course, glitches in the payment system at times, but while…

    • How The Post Covid-19 Suburb Migration Affects Real Estate Investing

      A migration from cities to the suburbs was already brewing in the months and years before COVID-19. Following the COVID-19 health crisis, the trend of people moving away from crowded cities into the more spacious suburbs is expected to continue.After the quarantine and once states start to open back up, we expect to see the acceleration of this migration trend. COVID-19 may be the biggest affirmation of the investment strategy in income properties in linear markets. You should be excited to catch more of the wave of migration into the markets we’ve been recommending.“The two big danger zones in a…

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