Category Archives: Free Tips

Tips for Sellers, Buyers, Real Estate Agents and Real Estate Investors.

The Open House Controversy – For the Agent or For the Seller?

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet Houses DO sell from the traditional open house.  I am a convert!  I used to believe, admittedly from experience, that open houses do not sell homes.  I believed they were strictly for the selling agent to sign up new … Continue reading →

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How Important is YOUR Credit?

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet Great credit allows you to participate in lending programs that are otherwise unavailable.  Construction loans, for example may require a 700 credit score.  Investment real estate loans require up to a 740 credit score by some lenders. Without at … Continue reading →

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Advanced Buying Techniques for Real Estate Investors

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet Sometimes we must dig deeper to create buying opportunities that otherwise would not exist.   We can’t forget the basics; they will keep us out of trouble and provide most of our bread and butter.  When opportunities arise for a … Continue reading →

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7 Steps to Rehabbing Gold

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet Rehabbing property takes some skill, some sweat, some experience and some money.  The good news is none of that has to be YOURS!  You can borrow some or all of the above and turn a modest amount of cash … Continue reading →

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5 Ways to Protect Yourself in a Seller Financed Deal

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet If I am selling Real Estate, whether investment property not, and using seller financing the risk can seem daunting.  Fear not!  As a Seller there are many ways to protect yourself in the transaction.  Here are Five ways to … Continue reading →

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Can I sell in a Buyer’s Market?

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet Rates are rebounding back to the low side after a bump last week. We are looking at a 12-15 month backlog of inventory in most markets so it continues to be a raging buyer’s market. Does that mean you … Continue reading →

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Your Credit Score Makeup

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet Have you ever wondered what makes up your credit score?  How do the three rating agencies determine your score?  The raw break down looks like this; 35% Payment history – Making your payments on time, every time will take … Continue reading →

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6 Reasons to BUY Real Estate NOW

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet “Why would anyone get into this crazy market right now?” you may be asking.  The reasons are very clear and very compelling!  As bad as the selling market is, the buying market is that much better.  If you live … Continue reading →

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5 DIY Tips to Sell Your Home Faster

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet Here are 5 things you can do to dramatically increase your chances of selling your home faster and for more money. 1. Dress up the outside. Load up the mulch, mow the grass and plant some colorful flowers. Paint … Continue reading →

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Where To Find Seller Financed Deals

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet Once you know the why, you will know the where. You are looking for Motivated Sellers and they can be found everywhere. The why you are looking for is why sellers are willing to sell their properties without getting … Continue reading →

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