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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Rental properties: 10 ways to increase income
- What if you want better cash flow from your rental properties? You can't just raise the rents arbitrarily. If tenants leave, income goes down, not up. There are other ways, though, including the ones listed below.1. Install coin-operated washing machines. Even if you don't have the money to do this yourself, you can find a company that will do it for you, and share the income with you....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Refinance rental property - dont sell it
- You own a rental property for years, and never see the "big pay-off." Is it time to cash in on your investment, now that you've paid down the mortgage, and values are up? Maybe not.The Problem With SellingSelling means you'll have to pay a large capital gains tax. This can be avoided if you reinvest through a 1031 exchange, but then the point is that you want your money, right...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Spain excellent choice for british sipp investors
- Second homes in favourite holiday destinations such as Spain are likely to be top of the shopping list when the pension rules change April 6th 2006, allowing individuals to invest in residential property through Self Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs).Research shows that Spain's mature market makes an excellent choice for SIPP investors, with capital growth still high and forecast to grow a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning for real estate with estate planning
- One of the most important considerations you will need to make in regards to your real estate holdings and your estate includes tax planning. If not handled properly, your estate could end up getting hit with significant losses due to taxes after your demise. To protect yourself and your estate against this possibility, it's important to plan for your real estate with estate planning.First,...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The real estate bubble-when will it burst?
- More and more individuals are realizing that real estate is much safer, and a better return on investment than many traditional investment vehicles. Unlike stocks or bonds, real estate investments can usually be liquidated in order for the investor to access funds in far less time. Additionally, unlike many other investment vehicles, real estate does not come with the stiff penalties associated wi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Choosing a reputable real estate appraiser
- When you are considering purchasing a property; either for investment or personal use you will need to hire a real estate appraiser. If you are financing the purchase through your credit union or another financial institution will most likely be required to hire a real estate appraiser to perform an appraisal on the property. This is because your Credit Union wants to ensure that your dream home d...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Choosing a realtor
- Purchasing a property, either as an investor or as a prospective homeowner can be one of the most exhilarating and frightening experiences of your life. In both situations it is imperative that you find just the right property at the right price. With so many options to choose from it can quickly become overwhelming. Start with Credit Unions to help you make the most of this exciting purchasing pr...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Researching property for real estate investing
- Much is being said lately about investments. There are many investments that one could make: stocks, notes, gold, retirement plans, etc. However, one of the safest ways to invest is in real estate. Credit Union Rate is your source for information on the market and the investment potential it offers.It is important to note that no investment is safe, and that all investments have risk. Howev...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Real estate for beginners: residential property taxes
- Whenever you own a piece of land, you will be taxed for it. Whether it is commercial property or residential property, there is still a tax to pay, whether it is for a village, town, city, county, or state. Most residential private property taxes are handled on the local level, going no higher than the county. Depending on the nature of the business, it may be handled by a variety of entities, inc...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Advantages and disadvantages to selling a house on your own
- As with any business transaction, there are pros and cons to selling your own home. Many people are intimidated by the whole process, but if you know what you are up against, and if you are aware of what needs to be done, you will be more effective at selling on your own, or you will be better at making sure your agent does what you prefer. No matter how you decide to sell your home, involvement i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Industrial income property financing: part 3 of 3
- Financial ConcernsOf the three types of income property, industrial property requires the greatest degree of technical expertise and experience. Likewise, financing the acquisition of an industrial income property can be, at best, very risky without adequate planning and know-how.The first thing to consider is what kind of industrial application the building will be used for. ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Types of real estate - an investors choice
- There are different types of real estate, and different ways to invest in them. Which way is best is for you to decide, according to your particular needs. Here are a few ways to consider, with their advantages and disadvantages.1. Rental houses. Advantages: One of the easier ways to get started, and good long term return on investment. Disadvantages: Being a landlord isn't much fun, and yo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Las vegas real estate - luxury properties
- Las Vegas is known for it's over the top hotels and casinos, larger than life celebrities and jaw dropping shows.Over the past couple of years the Real Estate Market has taken center stage breaking national sales records in 2003 and 2004 with record appreciation rates as high as 52%.2005 is the year of Luxury Condo in Las Vegas. There are 50+ story, high rise buildings, 4-8 story mid...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Real estate wealth protection through short sales
- Is a sharp correction in store for the real estate market?Fannie Mae, the largest buyer of mortgages in the US, is worried. They recently warned that the probability of a housing bust has risen sharply in certain parts of the country.Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac financed about 43% of new home mortgages last year. That's down from 53% the year before.Fannie and Freddie only buy "...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Property investing ? port melbourne life on the edge
- Property investing prices pick up following a cooler winter last year. Susannah Petty Reports.Winter has yet to make its mark on Port Melbourne's retail sector. Traditionally a slow rental period, the past months have instead enjoyed an uncommon amount of interest, according to agents with up to 15 new Property investing inquires each day."This time of year normally it's three o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Make money as a slumlord
- Be a slumlord? Okay, I got your attention, now the truth. I really don't recommend that anyone endanger their renters with unsafe housing. Much of what people call slumlording though, is simply providing reasonable housing for those with low incomes. It is of benefit to the renter AND the landlord.Why Do People Rent Dumps?People rent not-so-nice places because they can afford ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Escrow accounts ? are you paying too much?
- Money in escrow is "dead money". It doesn't earn interest for you and it doesn't reduce your mortgage interest payments. Therefore every cent in your escrow account is costing you money. Make sure there is no more tied up in escrow than there needs to be!Here is a brief summary of what lenders can and cannot do regarding escrow. I'll also explain how to check your own escrow account to make...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Master builders ask, do you know what design/build or design/construct means? you should
- These real questions are answered by me and US Master Builders after receiving them from readers of my e-book, "Residential Development Made Easy."Question 1.'Design / Build,' sometimes called 'Design / Construct' is a development process where the contractor (the builder) engages all the consultants for the project and submits a price for the design and construction of the pr...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The great real estate bubble quiz
- You hear it asked on the radio, in the newspapers and on TV."Are we experiencing a value bubble in real estate and is itready to burst?"Do you have an answer for that question? Do you have a guess?Yes, I know the so called experts are lining up on both sides of the question. But what about you? You're living right in the middle of the action. You can judge what's happen...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Real estate investment requires a team
- I had a hard time at first with real estate investment. One of the reasons was that I tended to be a "lone wolf," trying to do too much myself. I've since learned that to really do well investing in real estate, you need to have a team of people you can trust and rely on. Here are some possible team members, and what they need to be on the team.1. Real estate agent. A licensed agent with ex...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Yes but, how do i evaluate buying undeveloped land and get into the business?
- These real questions on buying undeveloped land are answered by a US Master Builder and myself after receiving them from readers of my e-book, "Residential Development Made Easy."Question 1.What are some factors to bear in mind when purchasing undeveloped land for the purposes of rezoning?Master Builder & Developer's Reply:Study your Town Plan and see wher...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A crash course on the payout options available to you when selling a mortgage note
- Okay, let's take a look at the typical payout options:Full Purchase - The investor buys the entire note. This alleviates the seller of the responsibility to collect payments in the future.Straight Partial - The investor purchases a predetermined number of payments in order to meet the seller's cash requirements. After the last payment of that predetermined term ends, the balance on t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Why are mortgage notes discounted anyway?
- When real estate note brokers purchase partially paid notes, they pay the note holder a discounted price after factoring in the time value of money, the payer history, and property condition.If there is still a significant period of time left for the payer to make payments, the future payments are not worth the same amount in current dollars. Calculations are made to equate all the payments...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Should you accept a full purchase offer for your note or not?
- You could be facing a dilemma when considering payout options on selling your mortgage note! To accept a full purchase offer or a partial purchase offer is not always an easy decision.Sure, to take the full purchase option is an easy decision to make if you're holding a second position note on a property that doesn't have any equity after you add the first and second mortgages, but w...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How real estate investors use mortgage note to purchase properties
- Many of you may not be aware of the various ways notes can be used. The average person's understanding about notes is that people create them because they are desperate to sell a property. Nothing could be further from the truth.Real estate investors are now creating notes to finance properties they wish to buy--then selling the notes in advance--then buying the property with the proceeds--...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Realtors - self promote your way to success
- Okay, so we all can agree - listings are the lifeblood of the real estate industry. And if the keys to selling them are location, location and location, then the challenge in getting them is self-promotion.But how do you promote to the masses without going broke? Below are a few ideas and strategies to effectively market yourself on a shoe string budget.Sponsor A Workshop Sponsor...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ten myths of real estate investing
- Is real estate investing only for the wealthy? Can you buy with no money down? Do you have to know the "right" people? Let's answer by looking at some of the myths of real estate.1. Real estate investing is for the wealthy. Money helps, but my first real estate investment was a $3,500 lot - which I sold for a profit two weeks after I bought it. Small deals, partners, low-down deals, or just...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The real estate market in spain: making profits out of sand
- The Real estate market in Spain keeps gaining momentum and is of a vital interest among overseas investors. Property prices in the country continue growing at rapid pace due to a sustainable development in many areas of the mainland and the islands.Spain's pleasant climate, low cost of living and specific slow pace of life attract more and more real estate investors from many countries of t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How does interest rates affect new home sales and wheres the best place to build?
- These real questions on new home starts and interest rates on real estate are answered by a US Master Builder and myself after receiving them from readers of my e-book, "Residential Development Made Easy."Question 1.What is the your forecast for home starts in the US for the next 12 months? 24 months?Master Builder & Developer's Reply:This depends upon whe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to start investing for financial independence, part 2
- Last week, we started a multi-part series about how to go from being a beginning investor to being "financially independent" in a steady and predictable way. Many, many people want to overly complicate this process so let's briefly, let's recap that discussion.The bottom line steps that I suggested in the last article was:1) Look for an opportunity that will return at least...