When do you need reverse phone service? If you want to find the name and location of the owner of a specific phone number (cell or landline) and this number does not appear in the white pages or phone books, you will need a specialized reverse phone lookup service. These services operate by purchasing access…
Category: Real Estate
How to Get the Best Interest Rate for Your Commercial Mortgage
Commercial mortgage borrowers often ask us how lenders determine the rates they offer on commercial mortgage loans. There are many criteria that lenders use when determining rates, but lenders will assess the relative risk of a loan when reviewing a loan application. The lower the risk, the lower the rate. The higher the risk, the…
Internet Bandit Signs: What Real Estate Investors Need To Know About Local Search
Bandit posters are a very popular advertising medium for real estate investors looking for a motivated seller. But his days are numbered. They can not only be expensive, but also a time consuming way to “get the word out.” Not only that, but in most municipalities there are strict laws governing the use of bandit…
Why are there puddles inside my window frames?
The other day someone asked me, “Robert, I know Seattle is wet and all, but why do I have puddles inside my windows?” Unless you have experienced a window and window failure and the water is actually running in and behind the window, the likely cause is condensation on the inside of the window and…
When the pigeon bars took flight
In 1956, a small candy and ice cream shop began selling a rich ice cream bar and word spread quickly. Neighborhood kids and adults alike crowded into the little store and bought a hand-dipped bar, savoring its rich creamy flavor and gladly paying a higher price. Leo Stefanos, a Greek immigrant who owns the store,…
Thinking of buying a condo hotel? Here are 20 things you need to know!
1. What is a condo hotel or condotel? Think of a condo hotel (also sometimes called a condotel or hotel condo) like buying a condo, even if it is part of a four-star hotel. So, as a homeowner, when you are on vacation, you will get the benefit of more four-star services and amenities than…
Invest in New York City hotel apartments at the Lombardy Hotel
Investing in real estate in Manhattan has become a must for both affluent and up-and-coming real estate investors. Real estate in Manhattan maintains its value thanks to the year 2012 that brought greater foreign investment, favorable interest rates and decreases in inventories. A recent industry analysis found that residential property investments in Manhattan are outpacing…
Surrey demand for land!
I’m sure you’ve noticed that the newspapers say “Surrey Booming!” or “BOOM from Vancouver Market!” Or maybe “The Fraser Valley market is red hot.” Well, due to the increase in population and the decrease in the supply of land, real estate prices go up. This is a natural law of the world. Many communities have…
How can I make money off Dean Graziosi’s real estate and foreclosure proceeds?
What are Dean Graziosi’s real estate and foreclosure earnings? The Real Estate Gains and Foreclosures by Dean Graziosi is a book that focuses on the turnover of foreclosed property earnings by capitalizing on the market cycle. Graziosi’s life story is that of a theme from poverty to wealth and this is reflected in both the…
No down payment: how to buy a property without any down payment
If you’ve ever watched TV after 11:30 p.m., you’ve seen people talking about courses on buying real estate without a down payment. They show vacation paradises, beautiful girls, luxurious cars, and huge mansions. All of this is promised to you if you buy their course to earn a million with nothing! If you want, you…