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Jay Jenkins

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Anticipating opportunity, filtering out the noise, and figuring out what it all has to do with the price of rice in China. Like me on Facebook here!

Recent Articles by Jay Jenkins

Aug 16, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

Why Buying Your Home Does Not Prepare You To Own Rental Property

Buying your own home and buying rental property couldn't be more different.

Aug 16, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

The Best Place to Find Real Estate Deals Today

In the market for real estate? Look no further than your local bank to find deals on the cheap.

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Aug 16, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

5 Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Bought My First House

If this Fool were to do it all over again ...

Oct 9, 2018 by Jay Jenkins

4 Things to Know Before Buying a Rental Property

Rental properties can be a great source of long-term wealth. They're also a ton of work and pretty risky. Start here to make sure you've covered all your bases before buying.

Aug 2, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

5 Strategies to Raise Your Credit Score in the Next 30 Days

Building credit and maintaining your credit score is a long-term endeavor. That doesn't mean you can't make big improvements quickly.

Jul 30, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

What Really Matters for New York Community Bancorp, Inc., First Niagara Financial Group Inc., and First Citizens BancShares Inc.

To really understand a bank's long-term profit potential, you have to analyze it like a bank. Let's break it down for New York Community Bancorp, First Niagara Financial Group, and First Citizens BancShares.

Jul 30, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

Regions Financial Corp or SunTrust Banks, Inc.: Which Bank Has the Bigger Profit Engine?

At regional banks like SunTrust and Regions Financial, it's all about making money from loans.

Jul 30, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

First Republic Bank, Hudson City Bancorp, Inc., or People's United Financial, Inc.: Who Has Better Core Earnings?

Comparing and contrasting net interest margins at these three regional banks.

Jul 30, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

Huntington Bancshares Incorporated, M&T Bank Corporation, or Comerica Incorporated: Who Has Better Core Earnings?

Comparing and contrasting net interest margins at three of the most prominent U.S. regional banks.

Jul 28, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

1 Area Where Bank of America Corp Could (Someday) Beat Wells Fargo & Co

Could it be that Bank of America is better run than Wells Fargo? Let's not go that far. But BofA may be doing better than you think.

Jul 27, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

Why the Resale Value of Your Rental Property Doesn't Matter

Don't focus on price appreciation, focus on cash flow.

Jul 25, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

Who Has Better Core Earnings: Fifth Third, PNC, or BB&T?

Comparing and contrasting net interest margins at three of the most prominent U.S. regional banks.

Jul 25, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

The Markets Misunderstand Visa -- Again

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is in a tumble today after Visa disappointed on sales.

Jul 25, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

First Bancorp Fell 36% During the Last Year -- Is Now the Time to Buy?

The bank certainly has its fair share of problems; but at current levels, is the stock too cheap to pass up?

Jul 24, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

Why Home Depot is Up But Toll Brothers Down on Today's Ugly Housing Numbers

The key is in the nuance for Home Depot and Toll Brothers.

Jul 24, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

Understanding the $31 Million Standing Between First Bancorp and Profitability

For Puerto Rican bank First Bancorp, there's a single line item holding back profitability

Jul 23, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

The 1 Reason First Bancorp Is Down 98% in the Past 10 Years

For First Bancorp, any fundamental analysis begins with the bank's problem with asset quality.

Jul 23, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

The Final Verdict: Is Bank of Hawaii Corporation a Buy?

Despite stagnating growth, does Bank of Hawaii's strong credit quality and profitability justify a buy?

Jul 23, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

The Final Verdict: Is BancorpSouth Inc. a Buy?

After analyzing the bank's soundness, profitability, and growth, it's time for a decision. Is the bank a value at today's prices?

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Jul 23, 2014 by Jay Jenkins

Here's What Your 1 Share of New York Community Bancorp Actually Buys

Let's break down the actual assets New York Community Bancorp has on its balance sheet.

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