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Why You Should Invest In Real Estate


Why real estate, or why property, some people ask when looking for an investment. Well, as far as I am concerned, real estate/property investment is, and always has been, the most powerful type of investment for building wealth. It has been said that over 90% of the worlds millionaires got there by owning property. The reason property is such a powerful way to build wealth is due to one key concept: leverage.

To Refinance... or Not, That Is The Question


What does it mean to refinance Why would someone want to refinance There are many cases when a person would refinance. When we use the term refinance, we are typically referring to a loan such as a car or house loan. It may also be a business loan. For the purpose of this article, we are going to discuss the home loan but most of the same rules of refinancing apply to other types of loans as well.

New Year Resolutions to a Better Financial Future


There could not be a better time to mull over the changes needed in our life style than at the beginning of a New Year. This is also a good time to set yearly goals and make resolutions. Each year, according to statistics, almost a third of us make some kinds of New Year Resolutions. Interestingly, although financial future is our main cause of anxiety, our personal finance, according to surveys, gets only to the fifth place in the list of most common New Year resolutions.

US Commercial Mortgage Basics


Commercial mortgage loans are used when purchasing structures such as office buildings, apartment complexes, health care facilities and retail outlets. Whether it’s a hi-rise tower or a family-owned restaurant, buyers typically need additional funding to complete the transaction. Commercial mortgages are what they pursue.

What is Bridging Finance


Once you understand what the term, “Bridging Finance” means, it’s easy to understand how it got its name. The purpose of a bridging or bridge loan is to provide short term cash for a real estate transaction until permanent financing is secured. Bridge loans are commonly used to “bridge the cash gap” when completing commercial real estate transactions.

Debt Facts


In 2003, almost one and a third percent of US househoulds about 1,650,000 filed for bankruptcy, indicating that bankruptcy may not have quite the stigma attached to it as in other parts of the world.

Five Reasons the Economy Will Crash and Will Stay Crashed


If the U.S. economy had to be summed up in one word, the word would be unsustainable. From entitlement programs to trade deficits, the U.S. economy cannot continue indefinitely on its current course. Sadly, changing course is difficult and political impossibilities are quickly giving way to mathematical impossibilities. The economy will soon come face to face with problems that cannot be solved and it will crash. The crash will be major and recovering from it will take many decades.

Identity Theft - Is Your Business At Risk


More and more business owners are purchasing document shredders then ever before.

When a Real Estate Agent May Not Be The Best Option


Historically, when homeowners wanted to sell their home, the first call made would be to a Realtor. Since the early 1900’s, Realtors have represented homeowners during the process of selling their home, which is usually to another homeowner. Real estate brokers hold state regulated licenses that allow them to market real estate on behalf of the owner. The national average for broker commissions is approximately five percent. In many cases, another broker will bring the buyer and receive typically fifty percent of the commission. When the majority of homeowners sell their home, they believe a real estate agent gives them the best chance to maximize the amount they receive and the agent commission will come out of their proceeds at closing. This is a process that takes place everyday throughout America.

The True Cost of your Credit


The current house price boom has perhaps passed its peak as I write this, but that doesnt stop the mortgage companies from offering yet more new and tempting products that look like good deals for a consumer. But be warned - The standard mortgage, running over 25 years is set like that for a reason! When you see companies offering 40 year mortgages or low start mortgages, or perhaps even interest only mortgages, you should understand these shiny new products may have a nasty sting ion their credit tail!

Dead Silence From Your Prospect: The Worst Sound Of All


Could this be the worst moment in your selling cycle

A Debt Checklist


A Debt Checklist is the only sensible way to organize and control your finances. Most people arent actually aware quite how much debt they possess - in fact, a recent survey found that almost 75% of UK adults were up to £5000 out when asked to estimate their non-mortgage debt. They werent much better when asked to produce a cashflow statement showing how their hard earned cash was being spent each month! A Debt Checklist is a plan you can use to get a grip on your finances, and will allow you to understand in black and white, where savings can be made, and how debt can be tackled most effectively.

Beat Credit Card Companies at Their Own Game!


Have you ever wondered how much money a credit card company makes Have you ever wondered how much of that comes from late fees Everyone has and if you haven’t you should because most likely you own a credit card, which means that these late fees has or could directly affect you.

Getting The Most Bang For Your Buck Out Of Your Banking Services


I realize most people have already made their resolutions for the New Year, but try adding one more. Decide that you are going to get the biggest bang for your buck out of your banking services this year.

Credit Damage: Getting Compensated for Your Loss


Until recently lawyers for victims of credit damage had little possibility to collect for damages beyond medical treatment, lost wages and property loss. Insurance companies threw up their hands in sympathy, claiming victims can only be compensated for what can be measured — tangible goods and services. But, what happens when the victim has lost considerable time from work, the family bank is broke and monthly payments on mortgages, car loans and credit cards payments are missed Regardless of the haggling between lawyers and insurance companies, it’s the credit victim who ends up having to live with a bad credit rating.

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