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- Ron's Magic Yellow Letter - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2007 from Bryan BensonThe infamous “yellow letter” has brought success in some way to everyone that has implemented it in his or her business. Putting it into your business is a time consuming process, but it is well worth the time and money. There are a few important details to remember that are ...
Views: 885 - The Perfect Short Sale Candidate - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2007 from Bryan BensonMany wonder what the ideal short sale candidate might look like. With all the different and unique situations that you may run into, here is an example to compare to. If a potential seller’s asking price is the total amount owed between a first and second mortgage together and is several ...
Views: 1672 - The Nightmare Property - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2007 from Bryan BensonAt first glance, it looks like a great investment and prospects of a fantastic gain are everywhere. You’ve got a great house, very good looking, everybody who sees it loves it. It's in a very promising area, you’ve got the deed on it, and you’ve been trying everything you know ...
Views: 473 - Hips View That Swings The Other Way - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2007 from Daniel KirbyToday, just for the benefit of anyone who had been away on a canoeing trip and had lost their memory, the Department for Communities and Local Government issued a reminder that there are just three days to go until the final roll-out of the controversial home information pack (Hips) scheme is ...
Views: 624 - Foreclosures And Short Sales - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2007 from Bryan BensonAttempting to do a short sale may be a challenge when there a foreclosures on homes with multiple mortgages. For example, there may be a situation where the foreclosing lender with the highest amount due is in the second place, and the second lien holder with a substantially lower amount is in ...
Views: 698 - Information On Rent-to-Own Properties - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2007 from Bryan BensonPeople have asked, “What's the difference between a rent-to-own versus the owner financing?” The answer – nothing. It’s just about the way you say it and the way it is perceived. When buying a higher dollar house, buyers are not going to want a rent-to-own situation. ...
Views: 470 - Is The California Realtors Contract Assignable? - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2007 from Bryan BensonThis is a question that has been asked to us several times in the past… members wanting to know if the California Realtors Contract is assignable, or will they have to close on the contract themselves and then close with buyer. We’ve also been asked if the buyer's cash covers the ...
Views: 606 - Capital Gains - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2007 from Bryan BensonIn finance, a capital gain is profit that results from the sale or exchange of a capital asset over its purchase price. If the price of the capital asset has declined instead of appreciated, this is called a capital loss. Capital gains occur in both real assets, such as property, as well as ...
Views: 477 - Can't Find The Deals In A Heated Market? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2007 from Logan YoungThis is actually a pretty common thing that is addressed often. What do you do when you know that your market is hot, appreciation is going up faster than ever, yet you can’t seem to find the right deal out there? Really it all comes down to marketing. More importantly it comes down to ...
Views: 539 - Auctions - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2007 from Logan YoungMany have asked questions about auctions. Frankly, an auction should only be considered as a last resort, or your last exit available. First thing you would do is try to market it through a traditional channels depending on how much time you have and if I agreed to make big monthly payments in ...
Views: 527 - There IS No Bubble To Burst In Real Estate - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2007 from Bryan BensonRising real estate values and falling interest rates get a lot of people in a panic. At the same time, it seems like the trend in rising real estate costs is ending, and many are concerned. In fact, in today’s real estate market, the turn of the tides can be described as a buyer’s ...
Views: 510 - Three Ways To Get Better Real Estate Deals (And Work Less For Them!) - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2007 from Bryan BensonHave you pursued training as a real estate investor, or are you just assuming that you can make the right decisions and profit in the industry? Most likely, if you are like the majority of so-called real estate investors, you haven’t had proper training and have simply applied a sum of ...
Views: 454 - Six Real Estate Investing Tips - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2007 from Steve GillmanThe following collection of real estate investing tips will probably have a few things that you already know. That's okay. There will be a few you haven't heard before as well, and in any case, we sometimes need to be reminded of what we know. 1. Find an agent with the right experience. When ...
Views: 596 - How Does The Media Affect The Real Estate Market? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2007 from Bryan BensonA trained eye knows how to read the real estate market without listening to talking heads that provide general news. Media often hypes any story to sensational levels in order to gain attention, building ratings for whatever network running the program. That means that, whether talking about a ...
Views: 749 - Phased Retirement - The Secret To Surviving Money Problems In Retirement - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2007 from Dean CaporellaOne of the drawbacks with retirement is not having enough capital to sustain you in your golden years. It's a real issue which many don't seem to understand until it's almost too late. Phased retirement has emerged as a real answer to this ongoing problem especially for people with hard to ...
Views: 513 - Making Money Through Seller Financing - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2007 from Bryan BensonIf you are serious about real estate investment, you should think twice about your requirements for purchasers or tenants. In most cases, if someone is ready to purchase a home without going through a traditional bank, it is because they don’t meet all of the requirements to qualify for a ...
Views: 687 - Financing Your Real Estate Investment on Creative Terms - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2007 from Bryan BensonWhen investing in real estate, you’ll find there are many who are willing to put money into a property in hopes of earning revenue but few who are willing to get the proper training that will help them achieve success in real estate investment. Those that do take the time to learn the ...
Views: 576 - To Get Really Good, You Must First Be Really Bad - Part 2 - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2007 from Bryan BensonWHACK EM! I keep telling everyone I can this is only a part time business with a full time income. If you crank up your buying machine and prescreen out the suspects quickly it only leaves you a handful of people to talk to and a few houses a month to visit for you to buy two or three deals ...
Views: 564 - Buying A Property In Valencia - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Stewart MastersBuyers of property in the Valencia region should be conscious that due to the 1994 Valencian Government`s ´Ley Reguladora de la actividad Urbanistica`, all land can be re-classified by the local government as suitable for urbanization, unless it is considered historical or ecological. The ...
Views: 520 - How Property Investment Can Work For You - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Michael KerrHow property investment can work for you Gaining financial security is the main reason why most people turn to property, which is no surprise because property has been and continues to be one of the most solid investments around. Investing in property represents the best reward vs. risk ...
Views: 506 - Tavira Property, 10 Top Tips On Buying - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Richard Love1. Make sure that you consider other areas rather than just Tavira itself. Because the area is not as yet that well known there are often great properties and bargains to be found in the neighbouring villages such as Cabanas, Vila Real de Cancela and Santa Luzia. These properties may be hard ...
Views: 527 - The Investor's Creed And Your Investment Portfolio - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2007 from Steve SelengutGrowing up at Lake Hopatcong in Northwest Jersey, the most popular entertainment around was the rickety old Roller Coaster at Bertrand Island Park. The excitement would build as you ascended the first peak, anticipating the breathtaking plunge; eyes wide open (or shut), screaming from the thrill ...
Views: 1414(2 votes) - How Long Will It Take To Double Your Money? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2007 from Bill LoseyQuestion: I just inherited $50,000. If I put it in a bank CD, how many years will it take before it’s worth $100,000? Answer: 14.4 years – assuming your interest rate is 5%. In the financial planning world there is something called the “Rule of 72”. It’s a very simple way to compute and ...
Views: 1234 - Cashflow Is King (Sometimes) - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2007 from Dane SmithA common mistake of investors is the way they evaluate a potential investment properties. Below is the process I have seen first time investors use. Step One : Look at Cashflow What is step two? Their is no step two. Basically if the property has good cashflow they move forward. What ...
Views: 546 - Cashflow Is King (Sometimes) - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2007 from Dane SmithA common mistake of investors is the way they evaluate a potential investment properties. Below is the process I have seen first time investors use. Step One : Look at Cashflow What is step two? Their is no step two. Basically if the property has good cashflow they move forward. What ...
Views: 492 - The Dow, Your Portfolio, And Aliens - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2007 from Steve SelengutThere are two extremely good reasons why your portfolio may not be "performing" (whatever that means) either as well as you would like or as well as your buddies say that they have been doing... since last May anyway. But let's define our terms before digging any deeper. Most of the time, ...
Views: 1598(1 vote) - Online Investment Secrets And Tips - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2007 from Kirill KarpovichWhen it comes to online investment tips, everyone could benefit from tips. Most people are new to online investing, and are not very familiar with the way things work. The online world of investing can be cruel, but also very rewarding. When it comes to investing online, the tips you will find ...
Views: 646 - Are You Seeking a Time Share Resale Property? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2007 from JD StratisIt's crucial to know what owning a time share resale property actually means. When purchasing a time share resale property, getting all the particulars is paramount. Once a person purchases a time share resale property it does not mean they're purchasing an exclusive piece of property. Owning ...
Views: 865 - Investing for Senior Citizen Retirement - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2007 from JD StratisSenior citizen retirement could be an extended way off for you or it may represent something in the near future. Regardless of that amount of time, you without a doubt, need to begin saving up for it at once. Even so, preserving cash for senior citizen retirement Is not what it used to be with ...
Views: 854 - Do I Need $1 Million To Retire Comfortably? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2007 from Bill LoseyQuestion: Do I need $1 million to retire comfortably? Answer: Imagine a world free of alarm clocks, bosses, long commutes, office politics and limited vacation time. Wouldn’t it be nice to call the shots, spend more time with your family and friends, doing only those things that you’re ...
Views: 960 - Cyprus property - Is It A Good Investment? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2007 from Abbey VallanceWith over 320 days of Mediterranean sunshine every single year Cyprus has just got to be the be the perfect place to spend your summer holidays. A luxury Cyprus apartment would make the perfect accommodation for couples and families alike who are seeking a carefree holiday without the hassles of ...
Views: 692 - Selecting A Good Price for Your Home Purchase - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2007 from Ki GrayEstablishing a good price to offer on the home you have selected is a big step in reaching the goal of actually buying the right home for you. Your Realtor has helped you select the right Lender for your portfolio and has also worked with you ((to)) select a good neighborhood and to understand ...
Views: 618 - Property Surveys For UK Land Investments: What You Must Know - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2007 from Leonard MontgomeryIf you are considering investing in UK land, you will need to have a property survey performed. The following questions and answers will help you understand the details about what a UK Land property survey is, how the survey is carried out, and why a property survey is needed for UK Land ...
Views: 646 - Small Business Financing Secrets - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2007 from James ByrneIf your business is not tied to a local market or a specific geographical location, you might consider making a move for the better, says James Byrne, Director of the Small Business Consumer Centre. "Some provinces offer greater odds for government financing in the form of grants and loans," ...
Views: 747 - Self Improvement Tip Of The Week - Do You Believe In Luck? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2007 from Trevor MauchAs a real estate investor in todays real estate markets, many people say that you have to be lucky to be successful. Is this true? Well, I think that there is a small degree of "luck" involved in parts of any businesses success. I mean, often times people are in the right time at the right ...
Views: 1096 - Money - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2007 from Tom WrightMoney isn't what most people think it is, and that's why they don't have more of it. The one thing you have to shift in your thinking about money is the thought that it's static because it's not. Money is not like rocks, yet most people treat it that way. Money flows and money grows, and if you ...
Views: 736 - How to Choose a UK Land Investment Agent - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2007 from Leonard MontgomeryWhen you are investing in UK Land, you will need to find a good land investment agent. Finding a reliable and honest agent to help you navigate the entire process is the cornerstone to achieving financial success with UK Land investments. Before deciding on an agent, "shop around" to find one ...
Views: 878 - The 12 UK Land Investment Guidelines - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2007 from Leonard MontgomeryThe 12 UK Land Investment Guidelines Are you considering investing in UK Land? Read these 12 guidelines before you make that important land investment decision. 1) Is the investment land in a region with high demand for housing? The property should be in area that is viable and not at risk of ...
Views: 602 - How to Completely Rehab A Home In 10 Days! - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2007 from Dan AuitoComplete Home Rehab in 10 Days By Dan Auito This report is about taking a house and restoring it to an aesthetically pleasing dwelling that has reclaimed its functional utility. In effect, it is the anti-aging medication for bricks and mortar. This report assumes that you have already or will ...
Views: 1872 - Anxiety- Best Way to Cure YourselvesSubmitted on Aug 24, 2007 from Britton Raj“Get over it” or “Smarten up” is that what we tell, or at least think, when one of our friends or a family member has let a situation or event linger? Do we ever consider that they may not be able to just get over it or smarten up; they may be dealing with a real illness and need real help, not ...
Views: 772 - Buying In A Master-Planned Estate - (Part Three) - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from ade perilloInflexible design controls aim to guarantee a high standard of development. The design controls protect the asset because it means that you have a uniform approach across the entire development, with height scales, dimension, and style. Moreover, when you become an owner, the master-plan with ...
Views: 798 - What to Look For in a Condo Conversion - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Ki GrayWhen you’re thinking about investing in an apartment that’s been renovated into a condo, there are several things to look for. A conversion isn’t as simple as it may seem on the surface—a lot of work (or lack there of) goes into making a place that was once leased out into a permanent ...
Views: 635 - The Benefits of Buying Real Estate in a Bad Neighborhood - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Ki GrayWhen people call me, typically one of the first requests they make is for a house in a "nice" neighborhood. And this makes sense to want a neighborhood that is safe and enjoyable. But there are some benefits to buying real estate in the rough part of town or on the wrong side of the tracks. ...
Views: 655 - Run the Numbers Before Buying an Investment Property - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Ki GrayPeople talk about running the numbers before buying an investment property, but what are the numbers and how do you get accurate numbers? Running the wrong numbers can make the difference of making $500 or losing $1000 per month. In this article we will go through the costs and factors to ...
Views: 6233 - The Social Security Dilemma - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2007 from Bill LoseyQuestion: I’m 62 and still working. Is it better to take Social Security now or should I wait? Answer: It depends on a lot of factors. Social Security retirement benefits usually begin at full retirement age (FRA), which is currently age 65. For those born after 1937, FRA will be gradually ...
Views: 1249 - 15 Minute Investor Pt. 2: Investing to Your Advantage - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2007 from Vero TabaresDetermining "True Market Value" The following should offer some quick factors for market value adjustments on properties in the $100,000 range. DOM (days on market): * No impact on market value under 180 days. Extended periods in excess of 180 days approach with caution. Think ...
Views: 763 - Is House Flipping Good or Bad? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2007 from Samuel CarraraWhat is house flipping? In real estate investment, it means buying a usually dilapidated house, remodeling it, and then selling for profit. House flipping was an innovation used by Armando Montelongo of San Antonio, Texas. In five years that he engaged in this business, he was able to establish ...
Views: 1419(1 vote) - Strategies to attract Money instantly - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2007 from Garry JacobsMoney is a force. It is a concentrated symbol of energy and power in life. Like all forces in the universe, money obeys certain universal laws or principles. By understanding those laws and acting appropriately, we gain a great power over money, enabling wealth and prosperity to come our way. ...
Views: 10241 - 15 Minute Investor Pt. 1 - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2007 from Vero TabaresInvesting in foreclosures for Resale is not so different from Investing in foreclosures for Rental income. Many of the same rules apply and many guidelines remain constant. As with any type of investment the point at which you enter will determine how profitably you exit. The single largest ...
Views: 723 - The Pitcher of Water Versus the Empty Glass - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2007 from FSB AuthorsWhen I give seminars, this is the moment that I introduce the most memorable visual aids I have ever used. Picture yourself holding an empty drinking glass in one hand and a pitcher containing water in the other. The glass represents your house. For simplicity's sake, let's say it is worth ...
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