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Buying a Home – Dealing With Lender Letters - Raynor James
Most people who set out to buy a home, be it house, townhouse, condo, apartment, or mansion on a hill, know they need to have a lender letter in hand saying they are qualified for a loan. What most “civilians" (people not in the real estate business) don’t realize is how much the value of a... Submitted 6 years 179 days ago.
Pre-Approval Letter – How To Use It To Get Your Dream Home - Raynor James
When house hunting, many buyers make the mistake of waiting to contact a lender until after they have located their dream home. As a buyer, you will be in a much stronger position with a seller if you are pre-approved. Pre-Approval Letter To effectively house hunt, you must know the amount... Submitted 6 years 179 days ago.
How to Get Started Investing in Real Estate by Flipping or Fixing Houses for Profit - Jeanette Joy Fisher
Many real estate investors make $5,000 to $10,000 or more by flipping a house. These investors buy a home from a distressed seller and resell it quickly for a profit. Just because the seller has serious problems like a pending foreclosure or divorce doesn't mean the house is a fixer.... Submitted 6 years 181 days ago.
We've all made bad decisions in the past. Don't you just hate to hear "I told you so" from your friends and family? Or, maybe you catch yourself saying "If only I'd have..."? Personally, I'm one of those people who prefers to learn from someone else's mistakes. If you're at all like me, and... Submitted 6 years 183 days ago.
Can't Sell Your House? - Jenny
Can’t sell your house but have been on the market for months on end? It has been apparent that the market has been a bit sluggish recently and house sales have fallen. Nevertheless this doesn't help a seller when they need to move and are desparately waiting for that long awaited buyer. What many... Submitted 6 years 187 days ago.
Remedies for a Wet Basement - Robert Clarke
A wet basement can be just a nuisance or even real nightmare. Each year, thousands of homeowners are faced with the unpleasant side effects of seasonal rainfall. Problems they can face range from just dampness to even flooding. Chronic basement leakage is a serious problem that can destroy... Submitted 6 years 193 days ago.
The Truth About Real Estate Investing Is It Right For You? - Dr. Scott Brown, Ph.D.
You have probably been hearing, seeing and reading that real estate investing is the best thing since sliced bread. There are many late night cable television infomercials spewing out sales pitches for courses that teach you how to buy residential real estate no money down or for next to nothing.... Submitted 6 years 200 days ago.
Cyprus - Information on buying property in Cyprus - Cyprusdeal
Purchasing a home overseas for holiday, investment or permanent residence is perhaps the most important financial decision in a lifetime and a major commitment. Residential Permit Residential Permit is easily obtained for persons living in Cyprus , who have purchased property. Temporary Permit... Submitted 6 years 202 days ago.
Bulgarian Property Market Insight - BulgariaProperties
SUMMARY On 20 May 2005 ‘The Times’ wrote that last year Bulgarian property prices rose by about 35 per cent, and in the lead-up to EU accession in 2007 annual rises of 25 per cent are predicted. The most popular investment now, and probably until Bulgaria enters the European Union in 2007... Submitted 6 years 234 days ago.
Is there a big difference between a lease option and a contract for deed? - James A Gage
Is there a big difference between a lease option and a contract for deed? By James A. Gage The lease option and the contract for deed are both popular methods of creative financing. However, that's where the similarities stop. First, let's start with the lease option. A lease... Submitted 6 years 234 days ago.
Overview In order to make buying your Bulgarian property as pleasant, safe and unfussy as possible for your, we have put together a guide to lead you through the process. It will provide you with an overview of all the things you will have to taken care of and advice on how to deal... Submitted 6 years 248 days ago.
Apartment and Commercial Loans: How big of a loan can I get? - Solomon Gorlick
Borrowers often ask the question: "What is the maximum LTV (loan-to-value) you can get for me on this [income-producing] property?" This is a valid and important question in the world of real estate finance, but an honest answer cannot be given to the borrower without more information. The... Submitted 6 years 248 days ago.
The Paperless Transaction Part 3- eRecording - Cheryl Hartzman
Recorder's Offices around the country are beginning the implementation of electronic recording. With these systems, documents are received, signed, notarized and sent to the Recorder’s office electronically. All recording requirements would have to be present, including the document image, a... Submitted 6 years 251 days ago.
The Paperless Transaction Part 1- Online Transaction Management - Cheryl Hartzman
Online Transaction Management Systems (OTMS) have been available to title companies for several years now. But its true usefulness has often been a topic of debate. I think however the debate should stem from which system is better rather then is a system useful. An OTMS with limited... Submitted 6 years 251 days ago.
Due Diligence 101 Or What You Do Not Know Can Kill You! - kismet
Introduction: This article is written as a general discussion on the subject of “Due Diligence”. It is for informational purposes and not intended to be a definitive guideline for your exact situation. You should consult the appropriate professionals with regard to your specific transaction or... Submitted 6 years 283 days ago.
Canadian FSBO's, fighting back agains agent real estate commissions - Colleen Alderliesten
78% of Home Buyers Search On-Line First Before Inking Up A Deal! That’s up from 41 % in 2001 "For Sale by Owners" AKA FSBO ( pronounced "Fizz-boes") are taking control of the sale of thier own homes! Statistics show that its probably one of the best ways to go. So-called "Internet buyers."... Submitted 6 years 286 days ago.
Celebrity Spotting in Great Exuma - Fred Coolridge
What’s a guy to do? It seems that playing a pirate in the Caribbean just wasn’t enough for Johnny Depp . He had to go and buy a whole island in the Caribbean! And rumor has it that when he informed his wife Vanessa Paradis that he had bought her an island in the Exumas, Bahamas, her response was:... Submitted 6 years 299 days ago.
Focus On Feng Shui – Spring Cleaning Attracts Positive Energy - Linda Binns
As the earth renews itself each Spring, many of us (well, at least a few of us) feel the urge to heed one of the season’s age-old rituals – spring cleaning. This year, don’t think of spring cleaning as an unpleasant chore. Instead, realize that it’s an opportunity to use the principles of Feng... Submitted 6 years 306 days ago.
Due On Sale Clauses And Lease Purchase Deals. - James A Gage
Due On Sale Clauses And Lease Purchase Deals. By James A. Gage Many people who try to discourage individuals from using lease options to invest or purchase real estate, often use the scare tactic of “you know, if you use options you’ll trigger the due on sale clause with... Submitted 6 years 314 days ago.
Simple Home Security Tips - lorien1973
Home security is more than just a matter of making sure you lock the door when you go out, and that all the windows are closed. Here are a few tips for making your family more secure. Never presume it won’t happen to you. Even people with alarm systems have been broken into. Before you decide on... Submitted 6 years 317 days ago.
Is Lease Purchase Investing For Everyone? - James A Gage
Is Lease Purchase Investing For Everyone? By James A. Gage The obvious answer most individuals would say if polled is no! But I believe the better question is - why not? Let’s look at why I believe everyone should employ this strategy for real estate investing, whether... Submitted 6 years 320 days ago.
Before you move to your new Apartment - DivineMovers
Consolidate cleaning supplies. If you must clean your old place after moving out, put together a kit of basic cleaning supplies and rags. We stored this in a kitchen wastebasket, so we could easily move it down to the car when we were finished. Clean anything possible ahead of time (the inside of... Submitted 6 years 324 days ago.
Here are many ideas that can make moving easier. Here are some of mine, newly crystallized in the wake of experience. Make a List. Do yourself a favor -- write it down! Before you pack even one box, plan a simple record keeping system. Number each box, and make a list of the box contents in a... Submitted 6 years 324 days ago.
How To Protect Yourself In A Lease Purchase Deal - James A Gage
How To Protect Yourself In A Lease Purchase Deal First The Good News: You’re holding a cashier's check made out to you for $5000.00. You also hold in your entrepreneurial hands a contract that will generate $250.00 per month Positive Cash Flow. The deal even gets better it's someone... Submitted 6 years 326 days ago.
The Top 5 Things You Must Know Before Applying for a Mortgage - R Sallay
You’ve been thinking about buying your own home for quite a long time, and now you’re ready to take the plunge. You’ve been saving money for a down payment, and you know the next step is preparing to apply for a mortgage. But where do you start? Submitted 6 years 348 days ago.
