Asset Searching for Recovery Actions - The Decision Maker's Tool Part 2
In Part One of this article we took a look at some minimum recommendations for asset searches as a recovery medium. This discussion is based on the assumption that an asset search has already been determined to be sanctionable by, for example, a loan in default, a judgment that has been rendered, a ... more...

Seller Financing - Six Safety Tips
Why offer seller financing when you sell? A higher price, a good return on your money, a faster sale and to sell a property that is otherwise difficult to sell. Some good reasons, but how do you do it safely?1. Get a large downpayment. The most obvious way to be safe, and not always possible.2. Get ... more...

Bankruptcy: What To Expect If You File For Bankruptcy
First, understand that filing bankruptcy should be a last resort if you have borrowed money and have absolutely no way or repaying it. Filing for bankruptcy will have a negative effect on your credit history for 10 years or longer and may also adversely impacts your quality of life.If you do ... more...

How to Get a Business Loan in Five Steps
Need funds to startup or expand your business? Follow these steps:A lender looks at a loan request in three sections known as the "three C's". They are:Credit. Did you pay previous lenders back as contracted?Capacity: Can you afford to pay back this loan?Collateral: If you don't pay back the loan ... more...

Re-Mortgages Theres Help For Bad Credit Ratings On The Way
As any report on the subject will reveal, million of UK consumer are staggering through life under the weight of poor credit scores as a result of County Court Judgements being issued against them.Of even greater concern is the fact that many dont even realise theyre in a bad credit spiral until ... more...

How to Evaluate and Raise Your Credit Score
Why do some people get offers for pre-approved credit cards and others dont? What do car dealers know about your financial health that you dont know? The answer is your credit score.Your credit score is a number generated by a mathematical formula to estimate how likely you are to pay your bills. ... more...

Online Credit Report and Online Credit Reports
Online credit reports are easily accessible to those interested in viewing them. If you have wondered about what kind of credit score you have, you can go on the Internet and look at your online credit report. Most people are concerned that they have good credit and a solid standing with where they ... more...

Real Estate Note Holder Facts - What to Know Before You List Your Real Estate Note
If you're a real estate note holder looking to list your note for sale there's some things you need to know first. The buyer of a note will ask for certain information each and every time they purchase a note.Being prepared with this information when you list a note can save you time and ... more...

What is Your Credit Report?
Credit Report how often has it impacted your life? Probably more often than you really like. If you have ever applied for a new home loan, car loan, or a credit card, your credit report has been pulled by the lender for review. Depending on your credit report and the credit score the information ... more...

Bill Consolidation Company Basics
Bill consolidation companies handle payments for your accounts and lower your rates. They can also negotiate waivers for late payment fees. Before signing up with a company, you will want to compare rates and terms. You also need to monitor your payment statements to be sure there are not errors ... more...

Making Sense of the Information in Your Credit Report
If you've ever applied for a credit card or loan, youve probably had your credit report reviewed by the lender. Your credit report has a huge impact on your financial future, so its well worth your time to be sure that you understand what your credit report says about you.Even if youre not ... more...

Identity Theft - Is Your Business At Risk?
More and more business owners are purchasing document shredders then ever before.Why?... Identity theft for starters.A new law is going into effect in the summer of 2005 which states that if you employ anyone for any reason and have personal information on file regarding that individual for Social ... more...

Why You Should Choose Debt Consolidation
If debt is currently an issue in your life, debt consolidation really can save you from the stress of bills, debt collectors, and the nagging thoughts of foreclosure or even bankruptcy. Debt consolidation can drastically change your life within weeks, months, or years depending on your current ... more...

Free Credit Reports Now Available From the FTC
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has set up a new website (www.AnnualCreditReport.com) where US residents can obtain free copies of their credit reports from the three major credit report bureaus (Equifax, TransUnion and Experian). The FTC site was set up as part of the Fair and Accurate Credit ... more...