You might be interested in renting out your home for a variety of reasons. Maybe you would prefer to sell but can’t find anyone willing to pay the price you need. Maybe you’d like to travel like Bilbo Baggins and take an adventure. But how to find a tenant who will pay the bills and […]
Property Investment Loans
Real estate might be a huge part of your net worth. But are you maximizing your properties’ potential? How profitable are your rentals really? How much does it cost you to maintain your home? Should you buy more property or sell? If you have bad credit, how can you get into the real estate market?
This category has posts that will answer all these questions and more.
3 Tips to Avoid Real Estate Scams and Fraud When You Have a Partner
You might be tempted to take advantage of some pretty tasty real estate bargains these days. Some markets have very high cash flowing properties, and that can be really attractive. And if you don’t have the expertise or time to uncover and manage good deals, it can make sense to partner up. Especially if you […]
How to Get a Short Sale Package Approval Done Right
If you’re struggling with your home mortgage, you might be interested in getting a short sale package approval from your bank. Before I explain how to get that done, let me remind you that I am not an attorney and you are best served by talking to a real estate attorney who is expert in […]
Should You Sell Your Home Now?
Should you sell your home now? The economy has shown signs of life recently. The stock market has rebounded. Unemployment rates are improving and so is consumer confidence. And interest rates remain low. If you take into account how a mortgage works, you understand that low interest rates bring buyers into the market. (If anything, […]
How a Mortgage Works, in Plain English
If you are just about ready to buy your first home, you will be more confident if you understand how a mortgage works. The good news is that it’s not all that complicated. A Mortgage Is a Loan A mortgage is just a loan that you promise to repay. These loans are usually very large, […]
How to Buy Real Estate with IRA Money
Five years ago, everyone wanted to know how to buy real estate with IRA money. Now, nobody asks me. It’s no longer an IRA FAQ. But from time to time, it comes up. In case you’re interested, here’s how it works: 1. Find a custodian. You need to find an IRA custodian that allows you […]