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January 06, 2011
Properties
Do you wonder which properties make the best investment? If so, you're not alone. The real estate market has undergone radical changes in recent years; leaving many investors holding investments they cannot sell.
A variety of properties exist that can allow investors to generate positive cash flow. Some of the more popular include foreclosure homes and short sale real estate. These property choices often make for great rental homes that can be used as Section 8 housing or sold through creative financing strategies.
Real Estate Investing article on "Properties"
February 01, 2010
Hard Money Lender Real Estate
Hard money lender real estate refers to private lenders providing financing to home buyers and investors for the purchase of real property. Hard money loans are considerably more expensive than conventionally financed loans and are intended as short-term interim financing.
Hard money lender real estate funding is often the only source available to borrowers with bad credit. This type of home mortgage loan can be used to help borrowers establish or rebuild credit. Real estate investors sometimes obtain hard money loans to purchase commercial real estate or investment properties intended for house flipping.
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November 10, 2009
Mortgage Note
A mortgage note is used when individuals purchase real estate by obtaining a loan through a lender. Mortgage notes contain information regarding the real estate transaction such as principal sum, interest rate, length of the note, monthly payment amount, prepayment penalties and stipulations of how the property is to be used; e.g.; primary residence or rental property.
A mortgage note can be sold to mortgage buyers in exchange for a lump sum cash payment. Multiple reasons exist to sell mortgage notes. The most common is to obtain quick cash to get out of debt, college tuition, or use funds for real estate or financial investments.
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September 11, 2009
Commercial Real Estate
Commercial real estate refers to a wide range of properties used for anything other than a personal residence. Commercial properties can include office complexes, shopping malls and retail outlets, large parcels of raw land intended for development, and residential housing such as apartment or condominium buildings and multi-family dwellings.
Purchasing commercial real estate is considerably more expensive than buying single family residences. Oftentimes, real estate investors will join forces with other investors to purchase commercial properties. Large properties such as apartment buildings and shopping malls generally require hiring a property manager to oversee maintenance and collection of rent monies.
Real Estate Investing article on "Commercial Real Estate"
July 21, 2009
Mortgage Buyers
The term 'mortgage buyers' refers to investors who purchase monetary notes such as mortgages, promissory notes, land contracts and trust deeds. Individuals who own monetary notes can sell them in whole or part in exchange for a lump sum of cash.
When mortgage buyers purchase real estate notes and land contracts, the note holder assigns ownership rights by executing an assignment of mortgage. Typically, a real estate lawyer is required to execute the document and ensure both parties are legally protected in the event of default.
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June 09, 2009
California Real Estate Investing
California real estate investing used to be reserved for the rich and famous. Today, the Golden State investing game has become a level playing field. From newbie investors to seasoned professionals, California offers real estate deals for everyone.
California real estate investing could very well become the next gold rush. With thousands of foreclosure homes on the market, housing prices have dropped as much as 30-percent in some areas.
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May 12, 2009
Bank Owned Property
Bank owned property refers to foreclosure real estate that has been returned to the lender. When homes fall into foreclosure they are placed for sale through public auctions. If no one bids on the property it is given back to the bank. At this stage, the property is referred to as real estate owned, or REO, property.
Bank owned property can consist of houses, condos, manufactured homes, mobile homes, commercial properties or raw land. REO properties are sold through each lender's loss mitigation department. Many lenders present bank owned real estate via their company website. Others retain the services of a realtor who specializes in distressed properties.
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May 08, 2009
Contract for Deed
Contract for deed is a real estate technique used when sellers finance all or part of the mortgage loan. The seller executes a contract which details the terms of the sale. Both the seller and buyer must sign the contract and have it notarized in order for it to be legally binding. The seller retains the property deed until contract terms are fulfilled.
The most common uses of contract for deed include lease-to-own, land contracts, and seller carry back mortgages. While contract for deed has been used for decades, this type of financing has become quite popular in recent months.
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