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I don’t ask banks for loans or permission to close on real estate transactions… and I’ve never had all cash. All purchases since 1998 have
I don’t ask banks for loans or permission to close on real estate transactions… and I’ve never had all cash. All purchases since 1998 have
Even agents who are excited to use seller financing strategies to help their clients can be blocked by their broker… can you relate? Why? Fear
Well, I guess this could potentially be a touchy subject… those of us who are agents don’t like the idea of people not using us!
Yup, I’m calling it… the year of the Angel Investor… now that’s my kind of super intelligence. Matching the need for non-bank housing with non-Wall
Most people would probably be surprised to know how seller financing in 1031 exchanges can work. A seller wants to do a 1031 exchange, but
Real estate buyers don’t need banks… in fact, many can’t afford them. The biggest real estate lender in the country is a “conglomerate”, a “decentralized
So many people are facing difficult real estate and financial challenges. The rental (or rentals) that was supposed to set them free now feels like
Svetlana made a decision to invest in notes and moved across the country to do it. That’s an action taker for ya… no ‘paralysis of
Tired of tenants? Sick of being a landlord? Landlords can often DOUBLE what they are netting in rent by being willing to become the lender
When you don’t feel comfortable making a loan, can you structure the deal a different way? One of the topics we covered in Property &
Sometimes you get to be the hero in this business and it feels especially good. I describe one such instance in this month’s episode of
This Gardnerville home seller gets it. He listed For Sale By Owner (FSBO) on Craigslist and is offering owner seller financing. If he sells for
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[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUcn6-dhdPQ[/youtube] Another strategy to add to “Flip With Owner Financing“! Thanks, Matt.
OK, so here’s a minority trend in the realm of seller financing that I’ve recently heard about, and it majorly offends me… The perfect set
Just wanted to let you know that instead of the usual FAQ call this Thursday (April 1st), I’m going to be doing a class on
Just a few days ago, I had another note broker (who has been a hard money lender for years) call me with a note that
A note in Alaska, consultation on seller carry backs in Wisconsin and Dallas . . . this is all fabulous, but I really enjoy the
Here’s an email that floated in this morning . . . “Hi, I just did a google search and found your site, so much info!
Hey, I just got this audio file put together, and I think anyone interested in preserving their real estate asset by transferring it with the
It’s hard to keep covered against the chill winds of the market sometimes. Perhaps it’s possible to get a nice, thick sheepskin warming the front
I’ve been working on developing an ezine (‘Seller Financing on Steroids’) as well as a simple decision making guide for people to use. I finally
Have you noticed the banners across Las Tunas between Kauffman and Golden West? There are two, side-by-side: ‘Wednesday Concerts in the Park,’ and ‘Rabies Clinic.’
Does seller financing give you the willies? There are usually a couple of reasons the average seller (or even real estate professional) is uncomfortable when
Seller financing is a great way for foreigners to pick up property in the U.S., as getting a traditional loan can be even tougher for
As good as the financing can be these days, there are still good buyers who fall through the cracks. Here is an email from one:
Buying my first commercial building from an owner offering terms several years ago made me an instant fan. I was reminded that the technique is
I recently got a call from a gentleman who is selling a duplex here in Temple City, and the first words out of his mouth
This is a post I’ve been wanting to write for a while now, because I get so many questions from investors and builders like the
“Our loan broker suggested we talk to you,” she introduced herself, “he said you would have some interesting ideas about how we could pull cash
Sometimes I forget that the concept of seller financing can be confusing to people at first. This is a seller financing 101 spot in under
Too many people fail to get the buyers to fill out a 1003 (loan application) and run their credit. News flash… if you want to
Well, the first thing you do is sit down and try to have a friendly conversation, maybe over the drink, or a game of poker.
I won’t even bother to tell you how long it took to finally settle on this clip, which still contains a lot of flaw and
Recently, LA Times writer Peter Hong published an article about the new interest mortgage interest rates: Mortgage rates fall, but many borrowers will have trouble
Aloha Dawn, Hope everything is going well for you. I was out yesterday educating Realtors at open houses on non traditional financing, ie Land Trusts.
Once in a while, I really get a head scratcher. The other day I met with a seller and the buyer he had found for
Unfortunately, too many people assume that if there is seller financing involved, there is no underwriting (qualifying) whatsoever . . . that it’s a “free-for-all.”
It’s great to see that the media is increasingly picking up stories about my favorite topics. I had the privilege of being interviewed by IBD
It’s my privilege to speak to the agents at Keller Williams in Pasadena this Friday. The management is very supportive of every possible strategy to
Yeah, sounds kind of fancy, doesn’t it? The reason I’m so excited is that I really love talking to people about investing in (or divesting
A common buyer’s lament: “Now that prices are coming down and it’s finally a buyer’s market, there’s no more 100% financing, and even though I
These 10 spiritual principals were received by James M. Allen in 1993 on top of Mt. La Jolla, California. Originally created for the edification of
Below you’ll find a few snippets of just-released, juicy information that sound fairly bearish, but there is opportunity everywhere. Sellers and buyers can adapt to
You should practice safe recourse, or at least be aware of the risks if you don’t. When I buy a note, I need to have
“Conspiracy” is a good word to use if you want to get some attention . . . did it get you to read this post?
The subprime meltdown forced many dealers/rehabbers to sell their properties using some form of owner financing. People just couldn’t get the bank financing, so to
“Then the Gods of the Market tumbled, and their smooth-tongued wizards Withdrew, And the hearts of the Meanest were humbled and began to believe It
The simultaneous closing is a little-known, but powerful strategy for getting real estate transactions closed in difficult markets. Wouldn’t you like the competitive edge if
Question: “How do you handle the homeowners insurance on a seller carry back? Whose name? Who pays? Thanks for always taking the time to answer
On Cinco de Mayo I was on my way down to San Diego for a real estate radio show when I got a call from
I’m glad to be going back on the air with Exeter Real Estate Radio next Monday to continue our conversation about Seller Financing. Last month
As the housing market continues to “evolve” with tight credit, increasing foreclosures and downward pressure on prices, sellers are turning to owner financing in order
Sellers who are willing to offer terms and carry paper can really give themselves a nice seller financing advantage in today’s market, but sometimes they
Now, some people might think it’s a bit strange for a real estate broker to be writing a post like this, but for where I’m
And you thought you needed capital gains strategies before . . . Both Senator Clinton and Senator Obama have called for an increase in the
I met someone for lunch today who decidedly shuddered at the idea of seller financing. “Aren’t there so many things that can go wrong?” Her
Increasingly, sellers are becoming more flexible and carrying paper (taking back a note) in order to close escrow on their investment properties. So, how does
I follow the work of guys like Bill Bonner, publisher of The Daily Reckoning: “While U.S. business still seems fairly solid, generally, the financial sector
Notes are often created in the image and likeness of their Creator . . . sometimes we can look and call that good. Sometimes the
Trying to get a loan funded can be incredibly frustrating these days. Are we really at the mercy of the lending institutions? Are there other
Do sellers carry paper on purpose? Actually, yes, they do. About 5 years ago I bought a small commercial property from an older couple who
Seller carryback financing can be an attractive option for the reasons listed in the last post; however, it is important that the transaction be structured
Many sellers of real estate automatically think they need an all cash buyer, but do they? What many people need is a steady flow of