Santa Visits a Just-Moved Newcomer in South Florida (31 May 2007) Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, just the Mac and the mouse, When all of a sudden a wail filled the air, As the burglar alarm detected...
Home Equity Loans – Beware of Appraisal Fraud (31 May 2007) A new study shows that the home appraisal industry may be overestimating the values of homes in order to generate more loans. Are you borrowing more money than your home is worth?
Flipping Fixers: Using Transformation Psychology for Top Dollar (31 May 2007) Satisfying and lucrative real estate investment depends upon your correct assessment of profit potential, of course, but your ultimate success depends on your ability to transform a fixer into a doll...
Basic Real Estate Valuation (31 May 2007) How do you determine the true valuation of a property you are interested in purchasing? There are four basic ways to do this which this article covers. There is the Discounted Cash Flow method, or DCF, there is the Cap Rate method, there is the Replacement Cost method and there is the Comparable method. Each one has its own advantages and disadvantages.
Foreclosure Home Deals (31 May 2007) Learn how investing in a foreclosure property can help you get the most for your money when buying a home.
Real Estate Investing Requires Education (31 May 2007) Real estate investing demands know-how savvy for success. Here are five basic principles for being successful as a real estate investing professional.
The Art & Science of Property Valuation -- Automated Valuation Models (31 May 2007) It is no secret that sellers want to sell high and buyers want to buy low. But they often arrive at the negotiating table with very different ideas on price. A fair and objective property valuation can help buyers and sellers find common ground and streamline the negotiation process.
Buying and Selling Real Estate: Negotiating to Win-Win (31 May 2007) Many buyers and sellers put in countless hours carefully searching properties or preparing their homes for sale, only to see their sweet deals vanish at the negotiating table. Even if you're not an experienced negotiator, there are steps you can take to improve results whether you're buying or selling property. Negotiation doesn't need to be a confrontational process if you set priorities, plan ahead and stay focused on issues, not personalities.
Real Estate Investing - Free Vacations While Searching for Real Estate Acquisitions (31 May 2007) Real estate investing is a business that earns tax deductible expenses. Since costs in searching for real estate acquisitions are tax deductible according to the IRS Code, combine your vacation with the search for new real estate investment property away from home.
Property Tax Grievances-Should You File for a Reduction? (31 May 2007) Fear of the unknown keeps many homeowners from grieving the assessment on their property. This can be a costly mistake. The process is usually not difficult. A well prepared case can save a homeowner thousands of tax dollars a year. Here I will explain a little about the process.
Are You Really A Twenty First Century Investor (31 May 2007) Real Estate Investors that educate themselves about CURRENT MARKET TRENDS will reap huge returns NOW!!! Information concerning NEW TRENDS in financial resources will open new and more profitable real estate opportunities for your business
Real Estate Investing Skill Acquisition (31 May 2007) Real estate investing acquisition skills has become extremely expensive. The business opportunity marketplace has proved willing to pay exorbitant fees for real estate investing teaching and training of questionable value and need.
Real Estate Investing – FSBOs vs. Agent Listings? (31 May 2007) Real estate investing is a learned skill that involves understanding acquisition options. An initial decision is whether to buy FSBOs or agent-listed properties. The real estate investor with limited funds needs to know the pros and cons.