How Can You Avoid Mortgage Fraud?
Fraud is a growing crime in America. From mortgage fraud to identity theft, consumers are at a daily risk of becoming victims of fraud.Every year, misinformed homebuyers become victims of mortgage fraud. Most fraud schemes will target first-time homebuyers, minorities and seniors.Buying a home is a ...
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For Sale by Owner - FSBO
On the positive side -Selling a home will save you literally thousands of dollars in real estate commissions.
You are in control of the sale process from deciding when to show and where to advertise.
Since it is your home you will be motivated to make it a priority.On the negative side -You will ...
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Top Tips for First Time Home Buyers
Advice to Help When You're Buying a HomeFirst time home buyers might feel better to know that they're not the only ones who feel confused about the process of buying a home. Nearly all home buyers feel the same way, even if they've bought a house in the past, because it's easy to forget the home ...
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Top Tips from Real Estate Author Mark Nash for Negotiating a Home Purchase Contract
These tips are excerpted from my fourth real estate book: "1001 Tips for Buying and Selling a Home" by Mark Nash. ISBN: 0324232896 Thomson/South-Western 2004.464 unless you are in a "hot" market area, do not feel pressured to write a purchase agreement after a showing.
-If you need some time, use ...
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Follow-Up - The Key To Successful Closings
If everyone always did everything they said theyd do, wed all be a lot richer. Unfortunately, tasks are overlooked, and the ball is often dropped. If you want to have successful closings, you must have strong follow-up skills to catch problems early in the process. Follow-up on everyone and ...
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'We Buy Houses' Scams How to Spot Them and How to Avoid Them
There are many reasons why a home owner would want to sell a house fast. Job change, relocation, debt problems, divorce and inheritance are just a few. Unfortunately, people in need also tend to attract predators who have no problem profiting from someone else's misfortune.If you're looking to sell ...
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15 Tips To Help You Buy Your Home
Thinking of buying another home or your first home? Here are some tips for maximizing the home buying experience. Detailed coverage of the topics below is provided in his website:1. DON'T WAIT TO BUY
Prices are only going to go up. Don't be a victim of it. Better to have the escalator go up with ...
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5 Things To Do Before You Even Think About Getting A Divorce
There are many steps to take to protect yourself in a divorce. This article will get you started. Your best bet is to talk to a lawyer before you do anything.1. Talk to a Marriage Counselor or other professional who may be able to help you save your marriage.Even if you dont think theres hope for ...
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Hard Money Lenders -- "No Money Down" The Easy Way
Would it help you as a real estate investor to be able to
"Close For Cash in Days," even if you're tapped out
financially?Hard money lenders are perhaps the best way to get 100%
financing with easy qualifying, money for fix- up, and fast
closings.So what can hard money lenders do for you? Hard ...
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Hidden Bank Loan Charges That Would Make a Pick-Pocket Envious
There can be more to a bank business loan than making interest and principal payments. Your firm may get a great rate on its new credit line or term loan but you may cry on the way home when you discover the hidden fees and charges.Even seasoned borrowers can be caught off guard. Borrowing costs ...
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