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January 2010 Blog Posts (33)

“PLAYA MIRAMAR BRIGHT FUTURE IS HERE – 2010 IS THE YEAR!”

LOCATION: MIRAMAR PENINSULA PUERTO PENASCO / ROCKY POINT, MEXICO OPEN HOUSE TOUR FEBRUARY 17th, 2010

By: Heidi Wosak Century 21 Sun & Sand Designated Broker WWW.CENTURY21PENASCO.COM Playa Miramar located in what is locally referred to as the “East Beaches” of Puerto Penasco, Rocky Point, Mexico has been -- even for homeowners and residents of this town -- one… Continue

Added by Heidi Wosak on January 31, 2010 at 3:15pm — No Comments

Turning Houses Into Private Assisted Living Facilities

Why Should Convert Houses Into Private ALFs?

Answer: Financial Security and Piece of Mind!

You got into real estate to make a lot of money in case you forgot. Here’s even more good news. You have already done the hard part!

You already own the property, and it is move in ready right? I will give you a week to finish it up, but that’s it. Get to work!

Ok, let’s get back to the money.

Do you have a nice place not located between two rival… Continue

Added by Jeff Morelock on January 30, 2010 at 3:50pm — No Comments

A Morning Cup of Inspiration - Jan. 29, 2010

"The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather in a lack of will."

-Vincent T.…

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Added by Jennifer Griner on January 29, 2010 at 9:47am — No Comments

Sell a House Under Foreclosure? (Video)

Tonja Demoff, founder of Backyard Wealth is answering one of our frequently asked question.

If my house is under the foreclosure process, could I still try to sell it?

More information and resources on our website: www.BackyardWealth.com

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Added by Jennifer Griner on January 28, 2010 at 2:17pm — No Comments

Hump Wednesday Funnies (a day late!)

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Added by Jennifer Griner on January 28, 2010 at 2:07pm — No Comments

CT Women Real Estate Investors Dinner Meeting | 02.17.10 - Wallingford, CT

Women Real Estate Investors Dinner Meeting

Wednesday, Febraury 17th

Alina's Ristorante. 950 Yale Ave. Wallingford, CT 06492

Dinner starts at 6:30pm.

$25 for CT REIA Members (includes dinner)

$30 for Guests (includes dinner)

Join Us For A Treat Of A Life Time!

Meet and Learn from two of CT REIA’s most successful women Real Estate Investors and how they turn One Idea into Million$!

Register now for this meeting at:… Continue

Added by CTREIA on January 28, 2010 at 6:51am — No Comments

Penny Stocks

Penny stocks are exciting and rewarding investments. It stands for shares that trade from a fraction of a penny to $5. Although they are riskier than average investments, they have great reward potential. Indeed, some penny stocks have gone from 25 cents to $20.00, while others have become worthless.

Penny stocks suggest those companies with shares trading less than $5 each. There are several ways to learn about this business and that is through stock message boards, stock… Continue

Added by Penny Stocks on January 27, 2010 at 12:19am — No Comments

Know About Penny Stocks

Any stock that is trading under the price of $5 per share can be called as a penny stock. These stocks are high risk to trade and usually move based on assumption. On the other hand, if you can find the right ones to trade they can be very money-making.

It is best to trade penny stocks on the OTCBB (Over the Counter Big Board) and the Pinksheet stocks. This is so because stocks that trade in the major markets (NYSE, NASDAQ, etc.)… Continue

Added by Penny Stocks on January 27, 2010 at 12:10am — No Comments

Penny Stocks: The Easiest Way to Amass Wealth

The term “penny stock” usually refers to low-priced (below $5), approximate securities of very small companies. While generally this is quoted over-the-counter, such as on the OTC Bulletin Board or in the Pink Sheets, they may also trade on securities exchanges, including foreign securities exchanges. Besides, penny stocks take account of the securities of certain private companies with no active trading market.

As there is a risk involved with… Continue

Added by Penny Stocks on January 26, 2010 at 10:54pm — No Comments

BofA is 1st to service 2nds

Bank of America announced Tuesday (01/26) that it is the first mortgage servicer to sign an agreement formally committing to participate in the second-lien component of the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP).

The news follows a “verbal commitment” to the program made by CEO, Brian Moynihan made during a meeting with Treasury Secretary,… Continue

Added by Jennifer Griner on January 26, 2010 at 4:56pm — No Comments

Reverse Mortgages - the Top 9 Common Myths

Recent headlines pointing to the detriments of reverse mortgages aren’t getting the story straight.

“Because so many Americans over the age of 62 are facing significant financial stress due to dropping retirement and savings account balances, as well as higher healthcare costs, many groups are targeting seniors under the [dis]guise of helping them,” said Scott Peters, CEO and President of… Continue

Added by Jennifer Griner on January 25, 2010 at 2:31pm — No Comments

2009 - 2010 MEXICO MARKET ANALYSIS

As a contributing source to this article I would like to share this with everyone in REI. This is an in depth report on the Mexico Real Estate Market

2009 - 2010 MEXICO MARKET ANALYSIS

By: Raul O’Farrill and Wayne Corcoran, St. James Gate

Copyright protected 2009 – 2010 this article can not be reproduced without written approval of St. James Gate- Approval For Heidi Wosak Obtained

INTRODUCTION

Again this year St. James Gate Developing and Consulting in Mexico has… Continue

Added by Heidi Wosak on January 23, 2010 at 4:52pm — No Comments

Loan Modification - A Quick Summary (Video)

What is a Loan Modification?

Will it destroy my credit?

How will it affect my credit?

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Added by Jennifer Griner on January 21, 2010 at 10:52am — No Comments

Simply add to your real estate business and receive multiple streams of income

Backyard Wealth Franchises are now available!

Whether you are a licensed real estate agent, investor or an entrepreneur, take your passion of real estate and business to the next level.

Watch this quick video of the founder,…

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Added by Jennifer Griner on January 20, 2010 at 1:38pm — No Comments

Hump Wednesday Funnies

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Added by Jennifer Griner on January 20, 2010 at 10:13am — No Comments

HUD Takes Action to Speed Resale of Properties

A measure to help bring stability to home values and accelerate sale of vacant properties

In an effort to stabilize home values and improve conditions in communities where foreclosure activity is high, HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan today announced a temporary policy that will expand access to FHA mortgage insurance and allow for the quick resale of foreclosed properties. The announcement is part of the… Continue

Added by Jennifer Griner on January 19, 2010 at 11:01am — No Comments

A Morning Cup of Inspiration - Jan. 15, 2010

THINK BIG

Dr. Ben Carson, director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, shares his philosophy of what he believes creates a successful—and meaningful—life through the acronym THINK BIG. He instills his message in the students awarded the… Continue

Added by Jennifer Griner on January 15, 2010 at 11:06am — No Comments

Lease Option Strategy - The Quick and Easy (Video)

Click screen above to watch video.

The Lease Option strategy.

* How a Lease Option can work for you?

* What are the Advantages?

* What are the Risks as a Buyer and a… Continue

Added by Jennifer Griner on January 14, 2010 at 1:29pm — No Comments

Hump Wednesday Funnies

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Added by Jennifer Griner on January 13, 2010 at 10:51am — No Comments

Loan Modifications Decrease Payments over 20 Percent

In its third quarter, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac implemented 405,700 trial and permanent loan modifications under the administration’s Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) and refinanced 4 million loans, according to Foreclosure Prevention & Refinance Report, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA).

Nearly half of the modifications resulted in borrowers’ payment decreasing by over 20 percent. In addition, loans… Continue

Added by Jennifer Griner on January 12, 2010 at 12:28pm — No Comments