Arun Ghosh

Real Estate Expert

Arun Ghosh is a Real Estate Expert and Licensee with over five years of experience, specializing in commercial real estate. He recently received a certification in Commercial Real Estate Analysis and Investment from the MIT School of Architecture and Planning. As the founder of Hutfin.com, Arun created an online marketplace designed to streamline the selling and buying of commercial property. Previously, he worked as a certified Cloud Architect and DevOps Engineer. He also previously served as a U.S. Army Officer, and completed his advanced training at Sheppard Air Force Base as a First Lieutenant in the Army Medical Corps.

Education

MS, Information Systems, University of Florida Hough Graduate School of Business
BS, Mechanical Engineering, University of Kerala College of Engineering
Commercial Real Estate Analysis and Investment Short Course, MIT School of Architecture and Planning

Certifications & Organizations

Real Estate License, ID # 0225269435
AWS Solutions Architect and DevOps Professional Certifications
Project Management Professional Certification
CompTIA Security + Certification
Splunk Power User Certified
CEH - Certified Ethical Hacker
CISA - Certified Information Security Auditor Certification
Member, ISACA - Information Systems Audit and Control Association
Member, Council of E-Commerce Consultants
Member, PMI Project Management Institute
Member, REIN - Real Estate Information Network

Favorite Piece of Advice

"A goal without a deadline is called a dream" –Gail Vaz-Oxlade

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Q&A Comments (10)

Can I show or sell the house as a finder?

You cannot show or sell a house as a finder. It's illegal to do that unless you are a registered real estate agent or broker. The Act requires all individuals who are going to show or sell real estate to have in their possession a current license to engage in that practice. The purpose of this statute is to prevent those who are not qualified from practicing real estate, so that buyers and sellers are better protected. In fact, if a finder also happens to be a holder of a real estate license, then they can show and sell properties; but otherwise, they are not supposed to under law.

What is the zoning of a land?

Zoning is important because it dictates the appropriate usage of a given property and guides buyers or investors to make an informed decision. Classifications such as agricultural or industrial spell out clearly what can be done on a given land, mainly for big lands of more than five acres. Investors have to know what uses the property can be put into to optimize value out of it and avoid some costly blunders. For example, understanding whether a land can be industrially zoned or whether it is to remain an agriculture zone can make a huge difference in development potential. In addition, the basic infrastructures such as electricity, water, and sewage, must be available to allow the use of such land for certain purposes. Without proper zoning and utilities in place, land can sometimes become a liability rather than an asset. Therefore, it's critical to investigate the zoning, available utilities, and possible usages of the land before any land purchase transaction to avoid the effects of misconceptions and have a sound investment.

Is the house insured as well or only the land?

When insuring land, the house value is usually not included. There are usually two types of insurance policies in this regard: one for the financial institution where money is borrowed from and another for whom the buyer intends to purchase. However, most people mistakenly believe that this insurance completely safeguards the value of their property. In fact, title insurance typically covers legal expenses only in case a house's ownership is challenged—for example, if a prior owner made a claim about the property. It does not cover the actual value of a house, contrary to what many buyers have been led to believe.

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Co-authored Articles (23)

How to

Look at a House on Google Earth

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Look Up an Unknown Number

It can be stressful to get a call from a number you do not recognize. If no one leaves a message, you may be unsure whether you should return the call at all. Luckily, there are ways you can identify unknown numbers. To ...

How to

Contact Zillow

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How to Get Information About a Phone Number For Free

Check and get information from an unknown phone number for free Want to find out who owns a landline or mobile phone number? Doing a reverse phone number lookup is an easy way to get personal information, including the n...

How to

Start an RV Park

RV parks are comfortable locations for people with recreational vehicles and trailers to spend the night. If you want to bring more tourists to your area and earn money, starting your own RV park can be a great business....

How to

Subdivide Property

Homeowners and real estate investors sometimes contemplate the subdivision of residential property in pursuit of profits. There is no standard process for doing this. Laws and regulations vary from one location to the n...

How to

Get Free Land in the USA

Where to get free land and what you need to do with it"You can't get something for nothing" is an idiom for a reason. You can get free land in the United States, but it usually comes with a caveat, such as you must build...

When to Walk Away After a Home Inspection

Wondering when to walk away from a house after a questionable inspection? The home inspection is a key juncture in the home buying process. This is the last big step before you make your final round of negotiations and c...

How to

Become an Independent Mortgage Broker

A mortgage broker helps potential home owners with the financial side of things. A broker communicates with lending institutions and assists individuals with their real estate purchases, acting as the middleman between l...

How to

Post No Trespassing Signs

Posting No Trespassing signs is a popular and effective way to deter trespassers from entering private property, especially if the property is easily accessible to the public. Before you post these signs on your property...

How to

Rezone Property

Most counties and municipalities have specific zoning specifications for every property within the community, including residential, commercial, industrial agricultural and mixed use. Within each class are subcategories ...

How to

Measure Acreage with Google Earth

You can measure the approximate acreage of a plot of land using Google Earth. Once you find the land or location you want to measure, you can bring out the built-in ruler and measure a portion of it. This only works on t...

How to

Sell a Burial Plot

Some people own part of a family burial plot while others purchase a plot in advance to prepare for the future. In spite of these preparations, life changes such as divorce, family disputes, relocation, a change in relig...

How to

Rent Space at an Antique Mall

Selling antiques and collectibles can be profitable, but the overhead of maintaining a shop is prohibitive for some people. One solution is to rent space at an antique mall where individual dealers have separate spaces i...

How to

Obtain a Variance for Your Lot

If you are considering a construction project that violates the local jurisdiction's zoning ordinances, then you will need to apply for a variance. Getting a variance can be a tricky and expensive process, and if you don...

How to

Buy Oil Wells

If you want to make some money with an investment, you might have thought about purchasing an oil well. Investing in or buying an oil well is a large, long-term investment that carries some risk to it. For this reason, y...

How to

Become a Surveyor

'''Becoming a surveyor involves understanding the position and its expectations and receiving the necessary education and training, all of which requires dedication and hard work.''' Surveyors are crucial to the land dev...

3 Ways To Find Property Liens, Plus What To Do if You Find One

Learn the most common types of property liens & how to find them If there’s a lien against your property, or a property you want to purchase, you’ll want to know about it. Liens can prevent you from buying or selling...

How to

Buy Land in the UK

Buying land in the UK is similar in many ways to buying a house. Search for an agent in an area where you'd like to buy land, then search for properties you may like. Once you find the right property, hire a solicitor to...

How to

Buy a Private Island

The process of buying a private island is similar to the process of buying any other kind of real estate, but there are a lot of additional considerations to take into account, such as accessibility and basic utilities. ...

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