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June 02, 2011
Short Sale Act of 2011
The Short Sale Act of 2011 is back on the agenda for review by the House Committee on Financial Services. Previously, submitted as H.R. 6133: Prompt Decision for Qualification of Short Sale Act of 2010 this bill was bypassed by Congress last year, but expected to pass legislation later this year.
If passed, the Short Sale Act of 2011 will require mortgage lenders to respond to borrowers request for short sale approval within 45 days of written request. If the banks fail to respond within the time period the application will be considered approved.
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April 04, 2011
Real Estate Property Analysis Software
Real estate property analysis software is a smart tool to purchase regardless of the size of your investment business. Analyzing expenses vs. income is essential for ensuring a good return on investment. Without these types of computer programs, investors are left to calculate mathematical equations on their own which could easily equate to financial loss.
Real estate property analysis software is available for all types of properties. Whether offering residential homes for lease or rent-to-own, renovating or expanding a property, or leasing commercial real estate, it is crucial to analysis all aspects of the investment.
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March 04, 2011
Florida Real Estate Investing
If thinking about Florida real estate investing, now might be the time to give serious consideration to buying houses in the Sunshine State. Investors can find a bounty of oceanfront and beachside properties, along with inland residential homes.
Some of the best Florida real estate investing opportunities is single family dwellings and condos that can be used as vacation or long-term rentals. Florida is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. With over 1200 miles of sandy beaches and 11,000 miles of rivers, streams, and waterways there is plenty of waterfront property available.
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October 29, 2010
Fannie Mae Homepath
Fannie Mae Homepath is government-sponsored program offering foreclosure properties for sale at discounted prices. When properties are financed through select lenders, buyers can obtain incentives and special financing options such as low interest and minimal down payments.
Fannie Mae Homepath offers a variety of homes for sale including single family residences, condos, apartments, and duplexes. Properties consist of foreclosure homes which were repossessed by Fannie Mae.
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October 11, 2010
Homes for Rent
Homes for rent can be a profitable niche for real estate investors. In addition to offering rental homes, investors can also use properties to engage in lease options, seller carry back mortgages, and other types of creative financing options.
Many investors offer homes for rent in popular tourist locations such as mountain retreats and beach bungalows. Others offer rental properties as Section 8 to obtain guaranteed rent payments from the government. Some investors specialize in affordable housing, while others focus on luxury rentals.
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June 05, 2010
Buy to Let Home Insurance
Buy to let home insurance is an essential element for real estate investors with rental properties. Buy to let insurance is often referred to as landlord insurance because it offers additional protection to property owners not typically covered in homeowner's policies.
Buy to let home insurance is necessary to protect cash flow in the event of catastrophic damage which results in lost income. Depending on the type of landlord insurance policy, provisions can be included to cover the costs of legal fees associated with property damage caused by tenants or pursuit of unpaid rent.
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May 18, 2010
Remax Real Estate Buying Bank Owned Foreclosure List
The Remax Real Estate buying bank owned foreclosure list is an excellent resource for locating properties priced below market value. When banks repossess foreclosure houses they often assign Remax realtors to list properties and handle all facets of the sale.
The Remax Real Estate buying banked owned foreclosure list consists of all types of real estate making it a good resource for first time home buyers and real estate investors. Discounted properties range from residential homes to commercial real estate, as well as industrial parks, retail outlets, golf courses, and raw land.
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April 22, 2010
Bank of America Real Estate Buying Bank Owned
Bank of America Real Estate buying bank owned offers home buyers and real estate investors the opportunity to buy houses at reduced prices. While many people are concerned about buying distressed properties, bank owned real estate is relatively risk-free compared to bidding on properties through foreclosure auctions.
The Bank of America Real estate buying bank owned foreclosure list is comprised of both residential and commercial properties, as well as vacant land. Residential foreclosure homes include single family residences, condominiums, townhomes, mobile homes and multi-family dwellings.
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November 20, 2009
Investment Property
Investment property refers to real estate purchased for the purpose of generating profits. Numerous types of properties exist and each produces income at a varying pace. For example, rental homes produces monthly income while house flipping generates a one-time cash payout.
Investors need to determine which type of investment property best suits their needs. Some investors prefer to build portfolios slow and steady, while others elect to diversify and purchase multiple property types.
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August 22, 2009
Real Estate Investor
Becoming a real estate investor requires knowledge, good instincts, the ability to network with like-minded people, patience, persistence and money, or the ability to obtain funding from others. Investors must have a solid understanding of the market, various types of investment properties, and the ability to address issues that arise.
Anyone can become a real estate investor, but in order to succeed in this mega-competitive field, investors must be willing to put in time to learn the trade. In today's economy there are more investment property opportunities than ever before, but there are also additional risks.