Susan Naftulin and the rest of the RFG lending team are active in the real estate investing industry. From conference speaking engagements, to radio appearances, to print interviews, the RFG team are sought-after experts in the field.
The Balance Between Successful Design and Budget
Featuring: John Santilli
You’re a real estate investor. Maybe you flip properties. Perhaps you hold properties and rent. Whatever your investment strategy, as a real estate investor, your success depends on your ability to choose the right improvements for your investment properties. Striking a balance between curb appeal and current design trends is crucial to attract buyers or […]
How to Be a Smart Real Estate Investor in a Tight Market
Featuring: John Santilli
As you search for new property in a tight real estate market, there’s often no room for negotiation or an opportunity for substantial ROI. In today’s economy, limited real estate availability and rising inflation often result in new requirements for proof of liquidity. In the short term, uncovering higher prices in untapped real estate locations […]
Rehab Financial Group – How to Maximize ROI on Your Next Fix and Flip
Featuring: John Santilli
Calculating your potential for significant ROI can often be time-consuming and cause unwanted stress. When considering your next fix and flip, ensure you have the right tools to help you properly analyze your buy, hold, and sell costs before you jump in and make that financial commitment. Work with a Lending Partner Who’s Just as […]
9 Do’s and Don’ts for Going the Distance with Rental Property
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
In 2022, real estate investors are facing a very different market than they did in 2020. Where fix-and-flip properties were an appealing draw two years ago, the outlook has changed. According to ATTOM Data, profit margins for real estate shrank to 33.5% in late 2021, which is the largest dip seen since 2009. Although home
Real Estate Investing: Preparing For An Updated American Dream
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
Even in an explosive and increasingly competitive housing market, there are opportunities for real estate investors—and I think one of the most enticing areas for growth right now is in the rental market.
The rising cost of real estate in the United States has made it more challenging than ever for young people to break into traditional home ownership. Indeed, for many millennials and Gen Zers, this once-unquestioned centerpiece of the American dream is no longer the goal. Today, younger people are looking for both housing and more attainable ways to invest their money that better align with their lifestyle.
Going Private: A First-Timer’s Guide To Private Lending For Real Estate
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
Whether you’re an established real estate professional or first-time house flipper, securing the right source for a real estate investment loan is a crucial step in the process. Both conventional lenders and privately funded banks offer home loans to investors. However, many have stringent guidelines that can conflict with property investor goals such as speed, the ability to secure financing for both purchase and renovation and the need to balance profit and taxable income.
Rehab Financial Group – changing lives by Lending to Investors Buying and Fixing Residential Properties
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
CEOCFO: Ms. Naftulin, what is the basic idea behind Rehab Financial Group?
Ms. Naftulin: Rehab Financial Group is a private mortgage lender. We lend to business people who are buying and fixing residential properties for business purposes. That means that they are either buying it to fix and flip for profit or to fix and hold it, which means that they are going to fix it up and keep it as a rental property. We finance the purchase and the rehab, and then once they have a property that is ready to be occupied, they refinance it to a more traditional bank loan with a 15-
To Compete Against Conglomerates, Independent Real Estate Investors Need Deeper Pockets 100% Financing Is Key in a Cut-Throat Housing Market
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
In a red-hot real estate market, individual homebuyers must be prepared to compete against institutional investors with vast resources. If not within a day of being listed, most homes are sold within the same week. Now, given the housing shortage, conglomerates are buying bulk investment properties with cash.
Rehab Financial Group Named #45 on Philadelphia Business Journal’s 2021 Soaring 76 List
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
Rehab Financial Group, LP, (RFG) announced today that it has been ranked #45 on the Philadelphia Business Journal’s 2021 Soaring 76 List in the Philadelphia region as measured by revenue growth over a three year period from 2018 – 2020.
Soaring 76 rankings 2021: Greater Philadelphia’s fastest-growing business, Nos. 26-50
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
See which companies landed in spots No. 26-50 this year.
Looking For Meaning In Your Work? Here Are 15 Ways To Do It
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
The pandemic has caused many people to rethink their lives and desires for the future. From unfulfilling careers and family demands to no time to pursue passions and outside interests, many have reflected on what their current life looks like, what they want it to look like and what needs to change to make that dream a reality.
This great-grandmother invests in Philly real estate to build generational wealth for her family
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
After retirement, Joanne Bourne began a new career in real estate sales. On the side, she “flips” houses, with an eye toward creating a legacy for her grand- and great-grandchildren.
15 Tips For Combating Overwork Culture
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
For as long as there has been a workforce, the employees working the longest hours have been recognized by their leaders, thanked, congratulated and made out to be the heroes of the company. However, as a shift in mentality has started to happen in society, more people are beginning to focus on self-care.
Monopoly Man: Area native patterns business plan after popular board game
Featuring: John Santilli
David Smith grew up playing Hasbro’s board game Monopoly with his parents and now he is creating a monopoly of his own as a real estate investor.
Smith, 39, was born in Wilkes-Barre and lived in Mountain Top for years, before making North Carolina his home.
Susan Naftulin, President and Co-Founder of Rehab Financial Group, LP accepted into Forbes Business Council
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
Susan Naftulin, President and Co-Founder of Rehab Financial Group, LP, a private lender in the Philadelphia area, has been accepted into the Forbes Business Council, the foremost growth and networking organization for successful business owners and leaders worldwide.
Avoiding Accidental Redlining and Other Predatory Practices
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
Private lenders can be more vulnerable to unintentional redlining than other financial institutions.
In light of current events in our country, it is important to address redlining.
What to Know Before Flipping Houses
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
In a business based on risk, experienced flippers often follow a playbook written from past mistakes and miscalculations. Here, they offer guidance and cautionary tales for property investors getting into the game.
Can You Actually Turn a Profit Flipping Homes in Today’s Market?
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
With a tight inventory of distressed or undervalued homes, and no expectation for single-family home development to catch up with demand any time soon, is it still possible to make money in the house-flipping game?
Top 15 Pro Tips on How to Find a Contractor
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
Finding a quality contractor is a tough task. The good news is that there are several ways to find the right contractor for your projects.
New Credit Reporting Rule Takes Effect
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
A significant change has taken effect in how Americans’ credit reports are compiled, but it’s not clear yet exactly what impact the new policy will have on private lenders and their clients.
Do You Have The Personality It Takes To Be A House Flipper?
Featuring: Brian Augsberger
You’ve seen the reality shows, and probably thought you have what it takes to quit your day job, and start flipping houses. But do you? It’s a healthy trend with potential for huge profits, but it’s not without its risks.
4 People Not to Invest in Real Estate With
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
There’s often a good chance you’ll be looking to make a real estate investment with a partner or a group of people to help maximize your net profit. Whether it’s a sibling, a local expert, or a group of strangers with some real estate know-how, you’ll want to weigh your options and do your research.
How to Flip a House: 7 Signs You’ll Rake in Huge Profits
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
It seems like just about everyone these days fantasizes about how to flip a house. The reality? Doing it successfully largely hinges on picking the right place at the right time.
Can You Actually Turn a Profit Flipping Homes in Today’s Market?
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
With a tight inventory and no expectation for single-family home development to catch up with demand any time soon, is it still possible to make money in the house flipping game?
Flipping Rental Property Adds Life to Neighborhoods
Featuring: Brian Augsberger
Brian Augsberger, Director of Sales & Marketing for RFG, shares some important tips on how to be a successful flipper. From building a strong team to keeping realistic expectations, these lessons will come in handy for any real estate investor.
What Is An Ethics Panel?
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
Susan Naftulin is featured in this American Association of Private Lenders article along with her fellow ethics panel members. See what they do to keep the industry honest and fair.
It Worked! 7 Surprising Real-Life Tactics to Sell A Home Fast
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
Before you dramatically slash your home’s price or spend thousands on renovations or remodels, why not try an outside-the-box idea to generate buzz.
5 Legal Tips for Starting Your Own Business
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
“The devil is in the details” when you start your own business.
Avoid Real Estate Negotiation Nightmares: 7 Winning Ideas
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
The process of buying a house can be filled with real estate negotiation nightmares.
5 Things NOT To Do When Starting Your Own Business
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
Make sure you are mindful of these “don’ts.”
How to Find Investors For Your New Business
Featuring: Susan Naftulin
Tips on how to start raising the funds you need to make your new business a success.