Making Money In Real Estate - 10 Ways
Making money in real estate is an endless topic that includes all the various types of real estate investments. There is land, apartment buildings, homes, commercial buildings and more. Whatever the type however, you'll make your profits in some of the basic ways listed below. Use this list to get ... more...

Hawaii Mortgage and Home Loan Trends
One of the latest trends in the mortgage industry in the Hawaiian islands involves pre-approving borrower loans. Prospective buyers will know what they can afford before shopping for a home. When you pre-approve, home sellers and real estate agents will know you are a serious buyer. Being approved ... more...

What's Missing on Most Home Buyer's Checklists?
In a search for "Home Buyer's Checklist," I found articles, spread sheets, and tips with differing advice. Some of this advice includes:1. Know your location2. Negotiate price3. Check for amenities and compare to other homes4. Inspect the house for defectsIt seems that the real estate websites want ... more...

Lock Your Interest Rate
When rates start going up, you should look at locking in your rate.One of the worst surprises can be getting to closing and finding that your interest rate has increased. In fact, many potential homeowners don't have any room for increases in interest rates."Anytime rates go up, rate locks are an ... more...

Be Prepared to Pay Closing Costs
It can be so hard to save the money for a down payment, then you realize that you'll need to pay closing costs as well. It can be a stressful feeling, wondering if you are going to have enough cash at closing.You will receive a Good Faith Estimate of the closing costs within three days of applying ... more...

Mortgage Information - Refinancing? Second Mortgage? Home Equity Loan? Understand The Basics
A mortgage is usually the biggest purchase that an individual makes, and because of that, many people tend to get nervous during the process. But wouldnt it make things easier if you felt that you had a handle on the processor at least the terminology? After all, in order to get the best deal on ... more...

Real Estate Investing Myths That Steal Profits From Your Pocket
One of the things that distresses us about our industry is the amount of wrong or incomplete information available to investors. Some myths block what otherwise would be a great deal, while others would have you believe that a bad deal is actually great. For example, we encourage purchasing homes ... more...

Should You Allow Buyer To Rent During Closing?
It's not uncommon for an investor to sell a house and have the buyer request the right to rent and occupy the property while the closing is being completed.You're a bad guy if you refuse and often in hot water of you agree. Here are the potential problems with renting before closing:1. Buyer is ... more...

Do Your Homework - Find the Mortgage That Fits Your Lifestyle and Your Budget
You've been looking at houses for months, and finally youve found it--the house that's just right. So now, all you have to do is to purchase your new home, move in, and get settled, right? Not quite. Theres one more big step to go-getting a mortgage loan. Youre going to want to decide on the type ... more...