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How Do I Get A Green Card?
As a result they pay taxes, raise families and become part of the fabric of the USA. Even their kids, at least until they turn 21…then its adios amigo…The family gets split up as their children (who grew up here, pledged allegiance to our flag and played little league or joined the girl scouts) get shipped back to their country of origin. Of course they family can stay together if
A Petition You Should Sign – Fix the E2 Visa Problem
Allow E2 Treaty Investor Visa holders, who have brought investment and created jobs in the US, to apply for Green Cards
Save Seller Financing – Did You Post Your Comment? Do It Now!
Only a few days remain to post your comment on the proposed rule changes that could be the death knell for seller financing. You can post your here http://1.usa.gov/pF9Fv0. The comments I submitted can be found below:
The SAFE ACT intended to protect consumers from big businesses and I applaud these efforts whenever they accomplish what they set out to do. My concern is when unintended consequences arise and citizens, American property owners as well as future American property owners, can actually be harmed. I am requesting that private individuals be exempted from the proposed rules changes and submit the following comment.
Your Property Rights Under Attack – Action Required NOW
Proposed changes to Regulation Z could threaten the future of property ownership in the United States. Imagine selling a property and giving the buyer three years to change their mind? The Fed is calling for comments by July 22. Take action now. Your comments can make a difference.
When Banks Won’t Lend
One of the greatest challenges facing agents, investors and even the general public today is the fact that qualifying for a bank loan has become increasingly difficult, if not down right impossible for many American families. In spite of historically low interest rates many deserving families are being turned away.
What if we didn’t need the bank’s approval? What if there was another way we could help sellers sell and buyers buy? How would that impact your bottom line?
Best Way to Invest Your Real Estate Profits
Lease options sometimes create real estate profits twice; once when you get your option consideration and once when your tenant/buyer exercises their option and cashes you out. Each of these events can produce a nice check. Whenever you get one of those great, have a plan for it, don’t just let slip through your fingers…you’re in the wealth building busines…s
Previous Foreclosure Not A Problem for Renters
Landlords won’t typically rent to applicants with poor credit – and a foreclosure can have a devastating affect on a credit score. The exception appears to be…
Florida Real Estate News from the 2011 Legislative Session…
As an investor in the Florida market what happens in the local legislative arena is as important to me as what happens in our nation’s capitol. here was plenty of real estate related activity in the legislative session that just ended. Property taxes, insurance rate adjustments and more. How does it affect the investor community, the real estate agent community or property owners in general? Just read on…
Selling Houses Fast – Avoiding Common Selling Mistakes
When you want to sell that house fast there are some common mistakes that should be avoided and the right agent can help.
Lease Options – Unlock Your Leverage and Increase Your Deal Flow…
what if price were no object? How many deals could you do if cash, credit, or price didn’t matter? Imagine doing safe, profitable transactions that can put cash in your pocket fast—no waiting for mortgage approvals for your buyers, appraisals that fall short or seasoning issues because you haven’t been on title long enough.
What Scares Investors? Part 3 of 3
Didn't we get into this business so we could make money? There’s lots of businesses we can make money with. I’m in this business because I get to help people. I get to help people solve problems with their properties. I get to help people who don’t think they might...
What Scares Investors? Part 2 of 3
Another fear, and one I experienced during childhood, was fear of being judged. I grew up in one those households where if you brought home a 98, the only question that was asked was, “Did anybody get 100?” The 98 I got right wasn’t nearly as important as the two I...
Get More Offers Accepted
The key to making money is making offers, right? While that’s certainly part of it, getting offers accepted is what causes the cash to flow! And flow it will if you follow a few simple steps. 1. Whenever possible deal directly with a property owner. Dealing with...
Get more cash flow…NOW!
One of the greatest opportunities we may ever see is staring us in the face. Mortgage rates have now been at historic lows for a while, the stock market has proven an unreliable wealth building vehicle for the average person. This has set the stage for building...
What Scares Investors? Part 1 of 3
What are the reasons that investors advertise? You may say to get leads, find sellers, find buyers, or to market yourself. Those are all good reasons, but the main reason an investor advertises is to get the phone to ring. Until it rings, we don’t know if there’s...
Low-Tax States Lure New Residents
NEW YORK – Jan. 28, 2011 – Homeowners may start factoring in taxes more as they pick where to live, particularly as some states’ dramatic tax increases make them less affordable. Some of the states with the largest population gains from the 2010 U.S. Census are also...
US Homes Most Affordable
Global survey: U.S. homes are most affordable NEW YORK – Jan. 28, 2011 – United States real estate offers a lot of bang for your buck, according to a new survey that shows U.S. homes are the cheapest relative to incomes among English-speaking nations. Australian homes...
8 in 10 Americans Believe Homeownership A Good Idea
Believe it or not, 8 in 10 Americans believe that purchasing a home is still a good idea, even in the face of the economic challenges facing the housing market. According to the 2010 National Housing Pulse Survey, which is a report sent out by the National Association...
Foreclosure freeze holds open door of opportunity
Three major banks are freezing foreclosures, and in turn, are giving distressed homeowners extra time (often months) to remain in their homes and stall the process of being removed from their home. However, this new development also is threatening to gridlock already...
When there’s blood in the water…smell opportunity!
The latest mess in the mortgage, foreclosure and banking industries is the fact that title insurers are backing away from foreclosed properties. One of my title companies shot me an email about the fact that one of their closings was stopped in mid-stream when the...
How to beat the banks at their own game
When the banks won't lend, why not beat them at their own game and lend from yourself? Or better yet, coordinate deals where you bring together private lenders with underperforming investments, and pair them with below-market real estate properties? The playing field...
Profits Without Ownership: Sandwich Lease Options
You may be asking yourself, "What's a sandwich lease option?" It's an incredible financial instrument for creating profits without ownership. Let me explain. It gets its name for the way everything is structured between the seller, you (the investor), and the...
The Time For Creative Financing Is NOW
Every day, I have would-be investors, real estate professionals, and others ask me about creative financing. It's a topic which always generates a lot of curiosity, from investors and non-investors alike. Since it applies to nearly everyone, it's a...
“Outside the Box” Buying Strategies
This past weekend, I was featured on Atlanta News Talk Radio 1160-AM, with North Metro REIA owner Buddy Corbin. We had a good hour of talking about the current state of the economy, ways creative financing can help, and why I believe the individual investor will be...
A Ground Floor Opportunity
You can help build our next program...are you ready? You know I have a win/win philosophy for deals, and that's what I have for you today! I want to work with up to five small groups to gather feedback on my current program "Buying Without Cash or Credit", so I can...