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August 31, 2008
Advance Inheritance
Advance inheritance can be obtained by heirs and beneficiaries against estates held in probate. When a person dies, all of their assets are transferred to probate where a judge must assess the inventory and ensure it is divided according to the decedent's Last Will and Testament. If a person dies without a Will (intestate), the judge will distribute inheritance property according to state laws.
Advance inheritance is not a loan and does not have to be paid back by the person who borrows funds. Instead, advance cash lenders are reimbursed for the full amount when the estate is settled. For this reason, beneficiaries cannot receive the full amount of inheritance monies due to them. Typically, lenders cap the inheritance advance at 70- to 85-percent of the amount due to the beneficiary.
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August 26, 2008
Flipping Houses
Flipping houses has been popular amongst real estate investors for nearly a decade. This type of real estate transaction involves purchasing low-cost homes and quickly reselling them for profit. Oftentimes, investors purchase distressed properties through foreclosure auctions or banks who offer real estate owned (REO) houses.
There are two ways to make money flipping houses. The most common is to purchase houses significantly under market value, make necessary repairs and renovations, than sell the home within a short timeframe. The majority of investors involved in house flipping generally attempt to complete deals within 90 days or less
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August 15, 2008
Trump University Training
Trump University has been teaching real estate and wealth building techniques to students across the country since 2005. Founded by real estate mogul, Donald Trump, Trump University offers home study courses, live seminars, real estate coaching and mentorship programs. Trump U's faculty is top-notch; consisting of world-class Fortune 500 executives, entrepreneurs and professors.
Trump University real estate classes cover a range of topics including investing in bank foreclosures and commercial real estate, creative financing and business management. "Fast Track to Foreclosure Investing" is a free introductory class offered by Trump University in select locations. Other real estate courses range from $145 to $995 and are hosted on weekends. These hands-on workshops teach investors how to create deals in the real world and provide attendees with real estate investing insider-secrets.
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July 22, 2008
Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure is a powerful tool when properly used.
Deed in lieu of foreclosure is a legal document which allows Borrowers to transfer all interest of their property to their lender. Individuals facing foreclosure are able to utilize deed in lieu of foreclosure to stop foreclosure proceedings and return their real estate to the bank.
The main advantage to deed in lieu of foreclosure is it allows the Borrower to immediately be released from their mortgage debt. In essence, the Borrower hands over the keys to their lender and walks away from the house. Deed in lieu of foreclosure is relatively quick and less traumatic than the foreclosure process. Additionally, deed in lieu of foreclosure is usually less damaging to the Borrower's credit.
June 01, 2008
Investing in Foreclosed Real Estate
Investing in foreclosed real estate can be quite profitable if you play your cards right. While it's not always as easy as the late-night infomercials suggest the following tips can help you understand the facts and get prepared for what lies ahead.
When real estate is foreclosed, it first goes up for sale at auction. In order to buy foreclosed property, individuals must place a minimum bid equal to the amount of the loan balance, along with any accrued interest, attorney fees and other costs associated with the foreclosure process.
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March 17, 2008
Shortsales
Shortsales are quickly becoming an option mortgage lenders are willing to pursue in order to avoid the expense of foreclosure. Industry experts state the average cost to lenders on foreclosure property is $80,000 per house. With thousands of Americans facing foreclosure, the financial impact is devastating to lenders. In order to lessen the blow to their bottom line, many are willing to engage in alternative solutions.
Shortsales give homeowners the opportunity to sell their home for an amount less than is owed on the loan. The sale needs to occur within a specified period of time. The lender typically specifies the minimum amount they are willing to accept prior to the allowing the homeowner to put their house on the market.
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March 14, 2008
Crafting the Perfect Short Sale Hardship Letter
The short sale hardship letter is by far the most important element to obtaining a short sale through your lender. The message you convey in this document can make or break your deal. Therefore, it's important to understand what you should and should not include in your hardship letter.
Short sales are quickly becoming an alternative solution for people facing foreclosure. In essence, a short sale is an arrangement between a homeowner and their lender, which allows the homeowner to sell the home for less than the amount owed on the mortgage note.
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August 29, 2007
Real Estate Question. Is now the best time to buy?
Real estate investors are always on the lookout for properties they can buy and sell in a short period of time. Oftentimes, these properties are located in a "hot" real estate market. A "hot" market means that properties in the area are selling quickly and/or market prices are increasing.
Hot real estate markets include oceanfront and mountain view locations, metropolitan cities, gated communities, and activity-based communities such as those featuring golf courses. A lesser known hot market is sustainable living communities where homes are manufactured from recycled materials and powered by solar panels and windmills.
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July 17, 2007
When Short Sales On Real Estate Is Your Only Option.
Ready to walk away from your property? Looking for cash now? The short sale of your real estate may be the solution to your cash flow problems.
More and more people have creative financial plans that tie up their cash flow and undermine the value of their money. Yes, interests rates are soaring; loans and mortgages are all people can do to raise cash. In the end, people can't afford their homes and they're defaulting on monthly payments. The only options remaining, none of them attractive: walk away from your home and ruin your credit or consolidate your debt and renegotiate your mortgage repayments. If you walk away from your property, facing bank foreclosure, you ruin your credit and risk stopping up your cash flow as well.
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