Real Estate Investment - One Simple Formula (30 Nov 2006) Real estate investment comes in many forms. This one is for when you have some money to invest and want a great return.
No Money Down - How To Buy Property With Nothing Down (30 Nov 2006) 27 ways to buy property with no money down - nothing down! Reveals the mentality and areas to find "deals" to be successful in buying properties with little or none of your own money.
Zero Down Real Estate Investing (30 Nov 2006) Can you really get into a new home or investment with zero down? Yes, and there are many ways to do it.
Buy or Sell First? (30 Nov 2006) When it comes to home buying, the ideal situation would be to find a new home, just as you receive an offer on your existing home. You would then be able to close concurrently and move into your new home a few days prior to closing on your previous home. This does happen more often than not, but anyone looking to buy a new home needs to consider all the possible scenarios.
How To Realistically Get Started As A Real Estate Investor (30 Nov 2006) Whether you intend to buy properties and rent them out, or if you just want to pickup a few fixer uppers and flip them for profit, I recommend a very simple risk free process called 'scouting' that will help prepare you to build a long-term successful business as a real estate investor.
Finance Your Real Estate Investment Properties (30 Nov 2006) Unlike traditional residential real estate mortgages, real estate investment financing is way more creative and offers more options than you think. The golden rule in real estate investment is OPM (Other People's Money).
Where is Florida Investment Property (30 Nov 2006) There are many reasons to purchase investment property in Florida, the foremost being value appreciation. Property values generally rise while debt decreases; making real estate purchases a good investment. Every year since 1968, the national median home price has risen. Usually, home values increase at around the rate of inflation, with a greater increase possible. In recent years, median prices have increased by as much as 9 percent, making purchasing investment property in Florida a wise long term investment. Building equity is an excellent reason to purchase investment property in Florida. Equity grows over time for owners while renters don't see any return on their money. Purchasing property forces you to save, making you a wise investor without realizing it. Owning investment property in one Florida location may make it possible for you to expand, purchasing a second and third property as rental profits increase. Owning investment property in Florida gives you borrowing power, the ability to use your property equity to borrow funds for your own use, or for further investment. Owning investment property in Florida gives you a sense of stability, not only for the consistent rental income, but for the potential of it becoming a regular seasonal vacation home for your family. Imagine the pleasure and ease of knowing where you are going to vacation, there's no need to decide on location and try to compete to make reservations, with prices changing every year. There is stability on owning an investment property in Florida that can also be used as a family vacation resort.
Real Estate Research By Talking (30 Nov 2006) Real estate research may start with looking at census figures and MLS listings, but don't forget to talk - to everyone.
Buying A Home – Rain, Sun, and Weather Issues (30 Nov 2006) When buying a home, it can be easy to overlook year-around weather issues. You may think you are purchasing a home in a sunny area, but come to find there is always a heavy cloud cover. This is just one of a number of weather issues to consider when selecting your dream home.
Renting Versus Buying A Home (30 Nov 2006) Renters are often in a quandary as to whether it makes sense to continue renting or buy a home. Buying a home makes more sense, particularly when taking a long-term view. Yes, even in the current hot real estate market.
Home Buying – School District Issues (30 Nov 2006) A good school district is a key factor in home buying if you have kids. It can also be a positive selling point when it comes time to sell your home.
Buying A Home – What Is That Noise!?! (30 Nov 2006) You've found the perfect home, closed escrow and just finished moving in. As you happily fall asleep, all seems well in the world. An hour later, you bolt up in bed to an ear splitting sound. All is no longer well in the world.
From Foreclosure to Forbearance - The Art of Negotiation (30 Nov 2006) As an active real estate investor you probably already know that the most important phase of your investment is when you buy the property. Most of us are getting the bargains in the foreclosure market. You will agree with me that the best time to buy is before the actual foreclosure. This is commonly known as pre-foreclosure.
Equity (30 Nov 2006) You Work Hard to Build It, Why Give It Away!
Home Warranties: Are They Too Good To Be True? (30 Nov 2006) Many people buy a home warranty thinking it will cover everything in the home no matter what. For many consumers, they find out too late that their policy doesn't cover as much as what they thought. In fact, the policy they've paid on for years may not cover anything in their homes!
Selling A Home – What Attachments Stay or Go? (30 Nov 2006) The home selling and buying process can be confusing. This is especially true when it is a FSBO (for sale by owner) operation. It's even tougher when neither the seller nor the buyer is in the real estate business. This article sorts through what stays in the house or condo when it's sold.
Selling a Home – What Personal Property Stays? (30 Nov 2006) The home selling and buying process can be confusing, particularly when it comes to figuring out what items stay with the home. It's even tougher when neither the seller nor the buyer is in the real estate business. This article sorts out what personal property stays with the home when it is sold.
