Short Sale...the term makes many lenders and real estate professionals cringe. However, there are many success stories that started off with that term.A short sale is, in short, a way out of foreclosure. When a lender will accept less money for your home than what you owe, it is considered a short s [Read More]

We need to make everypossible buyer of how low the interest rates are, the availity to buy house and not having to make a lot of money. A low priced home with a super low interest rate equals in payment to a small apartment in town. WHY RENT IF YOU CAN BUY?

Puerto Rico is a fantastic option for people looking to buy investment property. It is already a US territory, which makes the process of buying property a little easier. Nonetheless, Puerto Rico is a separate nation and has laws governing the buying and selling of real estate that you need to under [Read More]

This daily changing market is making harder and harder for a "smooth" transaction. The first step for a buyer, as I am sure you know, is to get pre-approved. Be sure that you have given all the financial information they have requested and you have to disclose everything because it all co [Read More]

I was reading an article this morning provided by Investopedia and they listed the ten worst first time homebuyer mistakes. We want to make sure you don't make any mistakes when in the process of purchasing your home, so here are the mistakes to avoid: (1) Make sure you can afford it; know your [Read More]

Some people focus on using real estate as a means of earning an income by buying distressed properties at a good price and then fixing them up for resale. As one might gather, this isnt as simple as it sounds. Many such properties require more than a coat of paint and TLC. That means you have to loo [Read More]

Its said that buying a home is one of the most stressful decisions in a persons life alongside getting married and moving. In most cases youre looking at a 30 year commitment to a building and community. That means you want to find the right home at an affordable price. Doing so can feel daunting, w [Read More]

There are programs out there to help first time home buyers get the home of their dreams. Combine that with the availability of incredible deals and you've got a winner. One program matches your down payment 2-1 - if you put $500 down, they give you $1500 towards closing costs. Some programs re [Read More]

Even though beachfront property is usually a great investment prospect, finding just the right parcel of land can prove tricky. On one hand, just buying land means less expense. Now you can build to your personal specifications. On the other, there may be reasons that the land has gone on the market [Read More]

When the stock market gets soft, some people begin looking to invest in real estate. Having said that, not everyone is cut out for being a landlord, or for buying and selling homes as a commodity. If youre considering moving in this direction, take a little time to learn the ropes.If youre a small i [Read More]