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The Fed's Influence on Mortgage Rates

By: Mark Goldman Real Estate Views: 4383 | Comments: 0 | Votes: 1

Mark Goldman

As a result, the usual market motivations that move mortgage interest rates do not influence mortgage pricing as they have in the past. Low inflation also helps interest rates to move down. Last week, there was a plethora of bad news about the economy.  Huge job losses.  Very low inflation.  Lots of layoffs. Mark Goldman, CMPSSan Diego, CAwww.markgoldman.com(858) 487-1875 More

Mortgage Debt Relief Act Expires Dec. 2012

By: Mary Ellen Wilson Real Estate Views: 4372 | Comments: 0 | Votes: 2

Mary Ellen Wilson

San Diego, CA – EHS says “Be Concerned.” Here’s how the 2007 Act works. If your lender forgives any of your loans, it is reported to the IRS as ordinary income. That income could add over $100,000 to your taxable income. The 2007 bill forgives that tax.   Congress created a bi-partisan 12-member committee to reduce the $1.5 trillion dollar tax deficit. More

Cap Rate, Cash flow, Cash on Cash Return and ROI What do they determine?

By: Richard Sorrentino Real Estate Views: 4340 | Comments: 0 | Votes: 0

Richard Sorrentino

A  commercial property investment is a business investment. Determine the investment numbers and you will determine your success ratio performance of your investment. The following three formulas will help you to choose your level of risk, before you submit a letter of intent. Remember a commercial property is a business that is an illiquid investment. So can you." More

1031 Exchange of Vacation Property and/or Second Home Does Qualify

By: Kim Englert Real Estate Views: 4181 | Comments: 0 | Votes: 1

Kim Englert

Can you 1031 exchange out of your vacation property or second home ("relinquished property") and into another "qualifying use" investment property, vacation property or second home ("like-kind replacement property") on a tax-deferred basis using a 1031 exchange? Proc. Proc. 2008-16 may still qualify for tax-deferred exchange treatment under Section 1031 of the IRC. Proc. Proc. More

Buying Land in Bulgaria

By: Velizara Petrova Real Estate Views: 4116 | Comments: 0 | Votes: 0

Velizara Petrova

Buying Land in Bulgaria Buying land in Bulgaria is definitely not for the faint-hearted. However, if you can get over the hurdles then it may well be worth its weight in gold in the future. Remarkably, the price of land is still very low in Bulgaria when compared to the rest of Europe. Land prices have even increased by 100 per cent in some areas within the space of a year. More

Letter of Intent- Why Use it?

By: Richard Sorrentino Real Estate Views: 3994 | Comments: 0 | Votes: 0

Richard Sorrentino

You can your formally state your intention to purchase a commercial property prior to writing a legal binding contract using a letter of intent (LOI) or memorandum of understanding. The letter of intent is presented to a seller in the preliminary stages of a commercial  investment project. Do you want to learn more about how to close deals? So can you." More

Buying Property in Bulgaria Remains Hot Prospect

By: Velizara Petrova Real Estate Views: 3983 | Comments: 0 | Votes: 0

Velizara Petrova

Buying investment property in Bulgaria is a relatively recent trend. As more tourists, buyers, developers and expatriates make their way to this Eastern European country, the prospects keep growing. One of the development and buying strategies that is gaining a great deal of interest as of late involves the winter sports potential this country has to offer. More

Berlin Company Revolutionizes Real Estate Market

By: 1888pressrelease.com Real Estate Views: 3918 | Comments: 1 | Votes: 1

1888pressrelease.com

1888PressRelease- With "Digital Viewing" Always Live on Site - Even From a Distance.The Berlin-based company Accord Estates GmbH is revolutionizing the international real estate market with the introduction of its new "digital viewing service". Many investors have busy schedules, or may have to cancel a viewing at short notice. More

BULGARIA LEADS BALKAN PROPERTY BOOM

By: Velizara Petrova Real Estate Views: 3861 | Comments: 0 | Votes: 1

Velizara Petrova

Twenty years ago, few Brits would have been able to find Bulgaria on a map, let alone tell you anything about the country. Today, hundreds of Brits own property there and thousands more visit this Balkan gem every year. Bulgaria also has an enviable stretch of coastline along the Black Sea which attracts both holidaymakers and those looking to buy property in Bulgaria alike. More

Looking for A Quality Home For Less? Go Manufactured!

By: Art Of Saving Real Estate Views: 3716 | Comments: 0 | Votes: 0

Art Of Saving

The manufactured home building process is quite unique, from the start of the home within a factory until it’s delivered at its new location – your land! This is very important because, if your house was built with wet materials, it could compromise the structural integrity of your home – leading to costly repairs and a lower resale value. More