Fixing and Flipping Foreclosed Homes in Seattle As in any business interest, nothing is better than being prepared when fixing and flipping foreclosed homes in Seattle. There are several considerations to ponder and a lot of hard work for sure. Some of the important matters that investors need to keep in mind will require a lot of analysis and decision making. These decisions should always be guided by good information and adequate...more
Negotiating With Your Home Builder You obviously know that if you want to build a new home you have to find a skilled and experienced home builder. However, your job doesn't end with finding a home builder. Since home building is an extremely expensive affair you need to negotiate with your home builder to make sure that you don't end up paying more than necessary. Before you start negotiating with your builder you have to understand...more
When I first got started in real estate investing, I was the poster child for mistakes! The one thing I did PROPERLY was that I took action. And success favors the people that take action.The key is to keep moving and not dwell on each individual real estate investing mistake that you make, especially early on! Just keep on going... and take a few minutes to figure out what the lesson was, add it to your knowledge and experience bank, and move on to the next!In this series, I've highlighted 17 mistakes that I made early on and share with you what you can do to avoid making the same real estate investing mistakes I made...The first mistake new real estate investors make is always thinking the grass is greener on the other side! That "another" market will have better deals, more motivated sellers, and more qualified buyers. Once your business is established with duplicatable systems in place, it can be easy to expand into additional markets. But in the beginning, stick with your targeted farm area.Mistake #1: Working outside of your farm areaThe first property I ever bought was 4 hours away! I was living in Miami, Florida and the property was located in a bedroom community between...more
Select The Best Custom Home Builder Do you want to build a home that becomes the talk of the neighborhood? Well, if you do then, think out of the box and build a custom home. A custom home will reflect your personality and your needs and will be made just for you and your family. Living in a dream home that is made just for you is indeed a...more
The Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act of 2009 has extended the first time homebuyer credit. The IRS website states that "Under the new law, an eligible taxpayer must buy, or enter into a binding contract to buy, a principal residence on or before April 30, 2010 and close on the home by June 30, 2010. For qualifying purchases in...more
Over the years, Florida has been one of the ideal places to invest in. With more than 300 days of sunshine, no one can resist the urge to buy a home in the sunny state. Families who love the smell of the sea and the feel of fine white sand underneath their toes will surely like having a place to stay in the Sunshine State. This is the reason why many real estate entrepreneurs choose to make a Florida real estate investment.If you are looking for a way to beef up your real estate investing business, why dont you try buying investment properties in the Sunshine State? Florida provides lots of money-making opportunities to investors like you and all you have to do is to take advantage of them.Listed below are some of the reasons why you should consider making a Florida real estate investment:The states beautiful beaches and fine weather attract tourists and would-be residents from many parts of the world. In addition, Floridas low cost of living discourages them from leaving the Sunshine State. If youre going to invest in the local real estate market, it would be easier for you to find buyers for your investment properties.Florida is an investor and landlord-friendly state.With the...more
Convincing Power in Dealing Real Estate to Clients As a real estate agent you have to find effective ways on how to deal with clients in order to get their interest. Many agents attended seminar and even sales training just to learn ideas and...more
Foam Roof InsulationInsulating your roof will be more effective with a material called polyurethane, which starts as a liquid when sprayed on the roofs surface and turns into a solid layer of protection. As a result, leaks and tiny holes in the roof...more
Olive wood crosses are a great display item that you can have in your home for a wide variety of reasons. The first reason is that since they are very unique and not that common in many peoples homes. The second reason that you will love having these...more
Calgary Homes: Finding a Good Realtor Calgary real estate has come of age. The place has seen great economic development over the last decade. This has made sure that better employment opportunities are provided in Calgary. As a result, a...more
Bathrooms are usually one of those rooms in a house that make or break a deal. The house can be awesome and you may love everything else about the house, but if the bathroom is a disaster, it can sometimes be enough to kill the deal. People spend a...more
Calgary Homes for Sale: Some Vital Aspects Real estate sector has always been on a boom in Calgary. Growing GDP numbers, enhancing economic development and large population to cater; all these factors have significantly contributed to increase...more