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- Are You Seeking a Time Share Resale Property? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2007 from JD StratisIt's crucial to know what owning a time share resale property actually means. When purchasing a time share resale property, getting all the particulars is paramount. Once a person purchases a time share resale property it does not mean they're purchasing an exclusive piece of property. Owning ...
Views: 1081 - Investing for Senior Citizen Retirement - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2007 from JD StratisSenior citizen retirement could be an extended way off for you or it may represent something in the near future. Regardless of that amount of time, you without a doubt, need to begin saving up for it at once. Even so, preserving cash for senior citizen retirement Is not what it used to be with ...
Views: 1089 - Do I Need $1 Million To Retire Comfortably? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2007 from Bill LoseyQuestion: Do I need $1 million to retire comfortably? Answer: Imagine a world free of alarm clocks, bosses, long commutes, office politics and limited vacation time. Wouldn’t it be nice to call the shots, spend more time with your family and friends, doing only those things that you’re ...
Views: 1226 - Cyprus property - Is It A Good Investment? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2007 from Abbey VallanceWith over 320 days of Mediterranean sunshine every single year Cyprus has just got to be the be the perfect place to spend your summer holidays. A luxury Cyprus apartment would make the perfect accommodation for couples and families alike who are seeking a carefree holiday without the hassles of ...
Views: 824 - Selecting A Good Price for Your Home Purchase - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2007 from Ki GrayEstablishing a good price to offer on the home you have selected is a big step in reaching the goal of actually buying the right home for you. Your Realtor has helped you select the right Lender for your portfolio and has also worked with you ((to)) select a good neighborhood and to understand ...
Views: 798 - Property Surveys For UK Land Investments: What You Must Know - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2007 from Leonard MontgomeryIf you are considering investing in UK land, you will need to have a property survey performed. The following questions and answers will help you understand the details about what a UK Land property survey is, how the survey is carried out, and why a property survey is needed for UK Land ...
Views: 768 - Small Business Financing Secrets - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2007 from James ByrneIf your business is not tied to a local market or a specific geographical location, you might consider making a move for the better, says James Byrne, Director of the Small Business Consumer Centre. "Some provinces offer greater odds for government financing in the form of grants and loans," ...
Views: 840 - Self Improvement Tip Of The Week - Do You Believe In Luck? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2007 from Trevor MauchAs a real estate investor in todays real estate markets, many people say that you have to be lucky to be successful. Is this true? Well, I think that there is a small degree of "luck" involved in parts of any businesses success. I mean, often times people are in the right time at the right ...
Views: 1241 - Money - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2007 from Tom WrightMoney isn't what most people think it is, and that's why they don't have more of it. The one thing you have to shift in your thinking about money is the thought that it's static because it's not. Money is not like rocks, yet most people treat it that way. Money flows and money grows, and if you ...
Views: 883 - How to Choose a UK Land Investment Agent - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2007 from Leonard MontgomeryWhen you are investing in UK Land, you will need to find a good land investment agent. Finding a reliable and honest agent to help you navigate the entire process is the cornerstone to achieving financial success with UK Land investments. Before deciding on an agent, "shop around" to find one ...
Views: 1003 - The 12 UK Land Investment Guidelines - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2007 from Leonard MontgomeryThe 12 UK Land Investment Guidelines Are you considering investing in UK Land? Read these 12 guidelines before you make that important land investment decision. 1) Is the investment land in a region with high demand for housing? The property should be in area that is viable and not at risk of ...
Views: 728 - How to Completely Rehab A Home In 10 Days! - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2007 from Dan AuitoComplete Home Rehab in 10 Days By Dan Auito This report is about taking a house and restoring it to an aesthetically pleasing dwelling that has reclaimed its functional utility. In effect, it is the anti-aging medication for bricks and mortar. This report assumes that you have already or will ...
Views: 2240 - Anxiety- Best Way to Cure YourselvesSubmitted on Aug 24, 2007 from Britton Raj“Get over it” or “Smarten up” is that what we tell, or at least think, when one of our friends or a family member has let a situation or event linger? Do we ever consider that they may not be able to just get over it or smarten up; they may be dealing with a real illness and need real help, not ...
Views: 916 - Buying In A Master-Planned Estate - (Part Three) - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from ade perilloInflexible design controls aim to guarantee a high standard of development. The design controls protect the asset because it means that you have a uniform approach across the entire development, with height scales, dimension, and style. Moreover, when you become an owner, the master-plan with ...
Views: 950 - What to Look For in a Condo Conversion - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Ki GrayWhen you’re thinking about investing in an apartment that’s been renovated into a condo, there are several things to look for. A conversion isn’t as simple as it may seem on the surface—a lot of work (or lack there of) goes into making a place that was once leased out into a permanent ...
Views: 812 - The Benefits of Buying Real Estate in a Bad Neighborhood - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Ki GrayWhen people call me, typically one of the first requests they make is for a house in a "nice" neighborhood. And this makes sense to want a neighborhood that is safe and enjoyable. But there are some benefits to buying real estate in the rough part of town or on the wrong side of the tracks. ...
Views: 826 - Run the Numbers Before Buying an Investment Property - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Ki GrayPeople talk about running the numbers before buying an investment property, but what are the numbers and how do you get accurate numbers? Running the wrong numbers can make the difference of making $500 or losing $1000 per month. In this article we will go through the costs and factors to ...
Views: 6524 - The Social Security Dilemma - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2007 from Bill LoseyQuestion: I’m 62 and still working. Is it better to take Social Security now or should I wait? Answer: It depends on a lot of factors. Social Security retirement benefits usually begin at full retirement age (FRA), which is currently age 65. For those born after 1937, FRA will be gradually ...
Views: 1545 - 15 Minute Investor Pt. 2: Investing to Your Advantage - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2007 from Vero TabaresDetermining "True Market Value" The following should offer some quick factors for market value adjustments on properties in the $100,000 range. DOM (days on market): * No impact on market value under 180 days. Extended periods in excess of 180 days approach with caution. Think ...
Views: 869 - Is House Flipping Good or Bad? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2007 from Samuel CarraraWhat is house flipping? In real estate investment, it means buying a usually dilapidated house, remodeling it, and then selling for profit. House flipping was an innovation used by Armando Montelongo of San Antonio, Texas. In five years that he engaged in this business, he was able to establish ...
Views: 1568(1 vote) - Strategies to attract Money instantly - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2007 from Garry JacobsMoney is a force. It is a concentrated symbol of energy and power in life. Like all forces in the universe, money obeys certain universal laws or principles. By understanding those laws and acting appropriately, we gain a great power over money, enabling wealth and prosperity to come our way. ...
Views: 10601 - 15 Minute Investor Pt. 1 - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2007 from Vero TabaresInvesting in foreclosures for Resale is not so different from Investing in foreclosures for Rental income. Many of the same rules apply and many guidelines remain constant. As with any type of investment the point at which you enter will determine how profitably you exit. The single largest ...
Views: 853 - The Pitcher of Water Versus the Empty Glass - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2007 from FSB AuthorsWhen I give seminars, this is the moment that I introduce the most memorable visual aids I have ever used. Picture yourself holding an empty drinking glass in one hand and a pitcher containing water in the other. The glass represents your house. For simplicity's sake, let's say it is worth ...
Views: 1152 - How to Buy Land for Your Custom Home - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2007 from Jake BorjasThe biggest mistake people make when buying land is to buy the cheapest lot available. It is still possible to find bargains. However, the laws of supply and demand are working against you. You might get lucky and get a great lot using this method. However, I would not count on it. The ...
Views: 3361(1 vote) - Equip Yourself with a Millionaire Mindset - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2007 from Tonja DemoffBecoming a millionaire is largely a matter of mental attitude. If you are determined to become one, you will. In the following examples, I prepare you for this transformation by contrasting the attitudes of "millionaires" with "average people." This is not to say that all millionaires have the ...
Views: 1869(2 votes) - A guide for how to go into foreclosure - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Ki GrayThere have been a lot of books and late night infomercials on how to become rich through real estate. Apparently, you can become rich overnight. Neat. But, no one has really written a good guide on how to go bankrupt. Sure everyone is doing it, but how can you get in on the action. First, ...
Views: 2626 - Do You Have Enough of a Financial Cushion for Retirement? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2007 from Lisa Moren BrommaI just spent Mother’s Day with two retirees: my mother and my daughter-in-law’s mother. My mother is fortunate. Her husband left her in a satisfactory position financially. Although she still worries whether she’ll have enough money as the years go by for expenses like prescription drugs, ...
Views: 1251 - How to Find Profitable Investment Property - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2007 from Jake BorjasHave you reached a point in your life where you know you have to do something to increase your retirement income or you want to find a way to increase your spending cash This article will provide the necessary background to help you find profitable investment property. Armed with your property ...
Views: 1204 - Exit Strategy in UK Land Investments: Three Key Attributes - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2007 from Leonard MontgomeryEvery investor understands the rewards of capital growth that comes with tying up their money for long periods, and this is especially true in the arena of UK Land Investments. What every investor needs to better understand is an intelligent exit strategy when and if the time comes to liquefy ...
Views: 1440 - How to Make Lucrative Offers On Investment Property - by Submitted on May 30, 2007 from Jake BorjasI still remember his comments: “You will annoy the homeowners and you are risking loosing this property! They will refuse to negotiate with you if you insist on making this offer”. My real estate agent was reluctant to make the offer on an investment property I liked. He felt the owners would ...
Views: 2154 - Achieving Financial Freedom - by Submitted on May 21, 2007 from Charrissa CawleyImagine a life where you don’t need to worry about money, and you can have everything your family needs. A life of financial freedom is attainable. The secret is to follow a set of proven principles and techniques and apply them to your own life and then you will be on your way to achieving ...
Views: 1382 - Building Wealth Through Real Estate - by Submitted on May 17, 2007 from Charrissa CawleyWhen it comes to acquiring wealth, achieving financial independence is a key component. How do you achieve financial independence? We all probably have a different definition or dream in our heads, but to keep it simple, it’s when your passive income and your income from your portfolio are ...
Views: 4854(1 vote) - eBay and Dropshipping - A Perfect Fit! - by eBay and Dropshipping go together like a hand in a glove. As you read this article, right now, thousands of eBayers are running there own auction business. Some of them make little money, and some of them make real huge profits. Why? It is mostly due to the products they choose to sell, the ...
Views: 1121 - Investment Politics 2008: What's (left) In Your Wallet? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2007 from Steve SelengutThe parade of promises is marching down Main Street. For too many months to come, politicians of all descriptions, parties, and ideologies will be courting our votes... they have the cure for all that is wrong in the world, they tell us. With crystal clear hindsight, every candidate criticizes ...
Views: 1777(3 votes) - How Financial Planning Can Help The Over 40 Crowd! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2007 from Peter FogelI’ve been studying and as a copywriter writing for the financial markets for quite a while now. Of course, I am not an expert, more than anything I come from school of hard knocks. So here are some aspects that you should think about when and if you want to take the prudent approach to ...
Views: 1904(1 vote) - 8 Penny Stocks to Avoid - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2012 from Peter LeedsThere are many good penny stock investments available, which could turn a small amount of capital into a small fortune very quickly. However, to discover these you need to know what to look for and what to avoid. When searching for that one big payoff, steer clear of the following examples. ...
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