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Is Unused Home Equity a "Missed Fortune"?
18 July 2005 "I don?t understand why a Wharton professor would not recognize that unused home equity is a missed opportunity? Isn?t home equity safer in a conservative side fund than buried in the house earning a 0 percent return?" The New and Old Wisdoms of ... more...

The Wrap-Around Mortgage Scam
February 18, 2003 "A local firm has offered to refinance our existing 6.75% mortgage, which has a balance of $100,000. On our behalf, they will arrange for another lender to provide us with a cash-out refinance of $150,000 at 4.875% for 15-years. Three days after settlement, we take ... more...

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Adjustable Rate Mortgage, ARM
Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) Also known as a variable rate mortgage. The interest rate on these mortgages changes periodically. Variable or adjustable loans are loans whose interest rate fluctuates over the period of the ... more...

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The 'Truth' About Real Estate Preforeclosure Profits
If you want to make BIG money in the Real Estate Business you must know the 'truth' about preforeclosures; not only do you need to know exactly what preforeclosures are, but you also have to learn how and when to invest in preforeclosures.As an investor you'll have to understand and be up-to-date ... more...

Creative Real Estate Financing
Do the creative real estate financing techniques you hear about really work? Yes and no. They likely have all worked somewhere for someone at least once. The important point is to understand the principles involved, so you can find your own creative ways to invest in real estate. Here are ten ... more...

The Costs of Transforming Your Home into a Buyer's Dream House
Turning your house into the home of a buyer's dreams doesnt have to cost a great deal of money. In fact, armed with some paint and the determination to work hard, most home sellers usually need to invest only about $500 to spruce up their homes for a quick sale.A little paint, inside and out, and ... more...

Today's Banks Are Not Just For Mortgages, Loans and Investments
In todays capitalist world where security is one of the utmost concerns, the typical problem facing an individual is financial security. Money-related questions typically asked are: Where can I keep my money? What is the best way to invest it and make it grow? Who can I borrow money from? And the ... more...

How to Choose the Best Mortgage Leads?
When it comes to trading mortgage leads, there are a lot of good companies out there for you to study, and many roads to travel down when considering which lead type will work best for you. Researching lead companies is an essential aspect when deciding to invest in one, but lets be straightforward ... more...

First-time Home Buyers - 100% Home Loans
There is an increasing trend in South Africa that is seeing youths entering property market at a much earlier age. These youths are mostly first-time home buyers, applying for their first home loan, who have been renting for a short while and feel the need to invest in a property of their own.It is ... more...

Ten Creative Financing Techniques
Do all the creative financing techniques you hear about really work? Yes, actually. They probably have all worked somewhere for someone at least once. The point isn't if they will all work for you. The point is to know what is possible, so you can find your own creative ways to invest in real ... more...

Money Smart Homeowners Use this Mortgage Strategy Every Time
There are currently more than 50 million home mortgages in the United States today. So why arent more homeowners taking advantage of the highest yielding lowest risk, tax-free financial strategy available today?Let me ask you.Where can you....... Forego only $3.35 in tax savings (three dollars and ... more...

How to Convert Your Real Estate Notes into Quick Cash
If youre a real estate investor needing quick cash, selling your notes could offer a fast, easy solution. It can happen to anyone. You find yourself in a situation where you need a chunk of cashinstantly. Maybe you have to handle an emergency or simply want to free up funds to invest elsewhere. ... more...

Home or Investment Property Equity: Be Sure the Bank Gives You All that You Deserve
Home equity is your own personal money machine. If you want financial freedom, a home equity loan is probably the best way to achieve it. You can pay down credit cards, pay off cars, both at high interest rates, or you can actually use your home equity to invest and build the money into a fortune ... more...

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