8 Things to Consider Before Investing in Turnkey Real Estate Properties
Fixer-uppers aren't for everyone.
Sure, some real estate investors create equity by renovating properties. But hiring, managing, and negotiating with contractors comes with its own headaches. And...
A Great Argument For Paying Off Your Mortgage Rather Than Investing...
The debate over paying off your mortgage early versus investing the extra money into the stock market is one that many financial "experts" argue...
Is Now a Great Time to Buy a Foreclosure?
In this current market, I believe that buying a foreclosure can be a great way to buy real estate at below market rate. In...
Should You Walk Away From Your Home Mortgage?
In the midst of the current housing market crisis, there are a percentage of people out there who have simply decided to walk away...
First-Time & Repeat Home Buyer Tax Credit – Rules and Limits
If you were one of the millions of people who became a homeowner between 2008 and 2010, whether it was your first time or...
Citi Announces Plan For Homeowner Assistance to Avoid Foreclosure
For those of you who own a house with a Citi mortgage, you might be interested in this announcement made by Citi Group to...
Investing in Real Estate – What You Need to Know to...
Investing in real estate takes more effort on your part than investing in paper assets. But for that extra effort, there are many benefits, ranging from immediate passive income to enormous tax breaks. Interested in trying your hand at real estate investing? Start with these fundamentals.
Should You Refinance Your Adjustable Rate Mortgage to a Fixed Rate...
This is a common question asked these days due to all of the people that are starting to feel the squeeze from their adjustable...
Best Real Estate Crowdfunding Sites & Investment Platforms
Real estate offers plenty to like as an alternative to bonds. Historically, most investors only had access to real estate investment trusts. But real estate crowdfunding companies created a new way to invest in real estate. These are the best real estate crowdfunding websites around.
Congress Approves Bail Out For Homeowners, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac
Here is the article from the AP, via Yahoo Finance about the House sailing through a bill to bail out homeowners and the Fannie...
Has The Housing Market Hit Rock Bottom?
This is a subject that can lead to some spirited debate. Some experts say that the market is still dropping, and others say that...
How to Use a CMPS to Get a Better Home Mortgage...
Prospective homeowners today have many options when it comes to getting a home loan. Banks, credit unions, mortgage brokers, and many financial planners now...
