Insights
Investor insights from Finresi.
Plain-spoken articles on how real estate debt works, what our platform protections actually do, and how to decide which way of investing fits your goals.
InsightsSeptember 7, 2026
How to Start Investing in Real Estate Debt: A 5-Step Guide for Accredited Investors
Real estate debt investing lets accredited investors earn fixed returns secured by physical property, without owning or managing it. This five-step guide covers everything from confirming accredited status to evaluating loan-level collateral.
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InsightsSeptember 7, 2026
Understanding Loan-to-Value (LTV): The Key Metric for Real Estate Debt Investors
Loan-to-value ratio is the most critical metric for real estate debt investors, revealing how much equity cushion protects your principal. Learn how LTV is calculated and why the valuation method used matters as much as the percentage itself.
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InsightsSeptember 4, 2026
Real Estate Debt vs. Equity Investing: A 2026 Risk-Return Analysis
Real estate debt offers fixed, collateral-secured returns while equity delivers variable upside tied to appreciation. This 2026 analysis breaks down the risk, return, and liquidity differences every accredited investor needs to know.
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Getting StartedAugust 16, 2026
Notes vs. Fund: Which Is Right for You?
Finresi offers two ways to invest: hand-picked individual notes or the diversified Finresi Fund 1. Here is how to choose between them.
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PlatformAugust 15, 2026
Understanding Principal Protection
Principal Protection is one of the features investors ask about most. Here is what it is, what it does, and what it does not promise.
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FundamentalsAugust 14, 2026
What Is Real Estate Debt Investing?
Real estate debt puts you in the lender's seat instead of the owner's. Here is how it works, and why accredited investors use it for monthly income.
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InsightsSeptember 3, 2025
Yieldstreet, Crowdfunding, and the Problem With Chasing Flashy Real Estate Returns
What’s Going Wrong in Real Estate? Recently, CNBC highlighted a troubling trend: many Yieldstreet investors are facing losses of 50% or more on real estate deals that once looked enticing. On paper,…
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InsightsApril 29, 2025
Inflation and how you can beat it
Most people think that holding cash is a safe strategy. It feels secure. You can see it, count it, and stack it in your savings account. But the truth is that every year, that cash is quietly losing…
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InsightsNovember 28, 2024
What Does 2025 Hold for the Real Estate Market?
As we step into 2025, the real estate market continues to be a focal point for investors and homeowners alike. Following years of dynamic shifts fueled by economic trends, technological advancements,…
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InsightsNovember 15, 2024
It’s Time to Reassess Your Passive Investing Portfolio and Consider Private Real Estate Debt
With the elections behind us, it’s a good time to evaluate allocations across your portfolio in light of the changing economic landscape. We’ve seen a remarkable rally in the stock market over the…
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InsightsNovember 11, 2024
Why Finresi Outstrips Other Alternative Investing Platforms | Real Estate Debt Investing
If you're exploring alternative investing platforms, Finresi is a name worth knowing, especially if you’re interested in low-risk, passive real estate investments. Traditional options might not cut…
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InsightsNovember 4, 2024
Websites for Real Estate Investing: Top Platforms for Success
Investing in real estate can be a lucrative way to build wealth, and the right websites can make a real difference. There are many online resources available to guide investors through property…
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