Tag Archives: advice

Flip Your First House!

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Tim

ShareTweet   Everyone, it seems, has wanted to flip a house at some point in their lives.  Most talk about it, some do a little research, a few take courses on how to do it, but only one or two in … Continue reading →

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Investor Attitudes – Make or Break

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Tim

ShareTweet Your attitude will make or break you in the investing world.  Are you buying your first rental?  So, are you after cash flow or long term equity?  Either way, if your attitude is wrong going in, you will be … Continue reading →

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What Documentation Will I Need?

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Tim

ShareTweet It’s never “good enough” for me to know WHAT I need to provide to someone, I need to know WHY I’m providing it.  Everyone’s situation is different, so the documentation may look different for every borrower.  Let’s break it … Continue reading →

Posted in Financing, Free Tips, New Borrower | Tagged advice, best interest rate, documentation, FHA, Low rates, Mortgages, real estate, What to bring | Leave a comment

Over The River and Through the Woods…

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet Three ways to buy Grandma’s House with no money down, even though it’s in a remote location. 1.  Gift of Equity.  If it really is Grandma’s house you can use a gift of equity.  The buyer and Seller MUST … Continue reading →

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The Cost of Waiting Analysis in Today’s Market

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet $30,000 is NOT chump change!  However, that is what you could be giving up if you wait ONE YEAR to buy a piece of property.  That’s right $30,000!  Here’s the math… If interest rates go up 1% and property … Continue reading →

Posted in Investing, Local, Real Estate | Tagged advice, buy now, Buy Real Estate, buyer, buyer's market, dont' wait, investing, investor, mortgage broker, pre-qualified, real estate, realtor, seller | Leave a comment

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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It’s A Choice

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet Anyone that has spent much time with me has heard me say “It’s a Choice”.  I believe so strongly that nearly everything in our lives is a choice that I have made it my personal mantra.  Have you ever … Continue reading →

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Real Estate 101 – Build Your Team!

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet No matter what series I begin on my Radio Show, Mortgage Solutions, I always cover team building first.  Qualified professionals can make you tens of thousands of dollars while the wrong team members can cost you even more. First … Continue reading →

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Global Foundries in Malta, NY is the largest economic development project in America

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Tim

ShareTweet I attended a power breakfast this morning featuring the Global Foundries VP, the CEO of Sematek and the CEO of M & W Group.  What a tremendous turnout! Think about the amazing opportunities that exist here in upstate NY.  The … Continue reading →

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