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Investing in commercial real estate is quite a bit different than trying to flip a house, and totally unlike buying a home that you intend to live in for awhile. Making money on commercial real estate is difficult--not impossible, but it takes a lot of time and dedication. Following are some tips for investing in commercial real estate.

Know What You're Getting Into

Before taking any steps toward investing in commercial real estate, it would be a good idea to find out…

 We all know whats happening to the single family home markets. Over supply and shadow inventory and the subsequent price declines will continue until fear is overcome and inventory is soaked up.



The kinds of issues that led to a boom bust in housing did not take place with multi family. There was no build out leading to over supply and the lender market was much more rationlized. Little of the kind of lending that led to so many foreclosures, ultimately driving home…

Hanover Companies is the nation's primary choice for real estate and investment property. Hanover revealed the GO Opportunity Zone (GO Zone). Hanover Companies are the real estate biggest dealers for GO Zone.  Hanover companies have the best selection of GO Zone properties accessible all around the country. When buying a GO Zone property you will get a 50% reduction from the I.R.S. When you are a customer at Hanover companies, you are not buying from a broker that wants commission.…

Getting Tenants to Go Green.

As property managers, we can't insist on behavioral changes. Going green can be a tough sell to a renter. After all, a building is only as green as the people who manage and live in it. Managers are key players and can encourage activities that reduce consumption and waste. The catalyst is education.



We Are All Stakeholders

You need to demonstrate the benefits. Tenants can be…

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vesting have and will encounter many challenges throughout our professional lives. I have said before, this is not an easy profession. It is rewarding for those that follow certain simple principles and stay focused towards the achievement of success. By the grace of God, I have seen many ups and downs in my professional and personal life. My strong faith in God has kept me in the path and confident that once again we will prevail and that I…

30-year fixed-rate mortgage: Averaged 4.95 percent with an average 0.6 point for the week ending February 24, 2011, down from last week when it averaged 5.0 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 5.05 percent. .



The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage: Average 0.7 point, down from last week when it averaged 4.27 percent. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 4.40 percent.



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Real Estate Porn

The search bunny keeps on going



Its interesting that online search for real estate is as strong as ever. Sales are miserable, people are afraid to buy. They no longer know what value and they have no job security. So, why is search so strong. Realtor.com President, Errol Samuelson notes that Online search is a critical measure of interest in real estate, especially now that more than 90 percent of buyers search for their homes…

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30-year fixed-rate mortgage: Averaged 5.0 percent with an average 0.7 point for the week ending February 17, 2011, down from last week when it averaged 5.05 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 4.93 percent.



The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage: Averaged 4.27 percent with an average 0.7 point, down from last week when it averaged 4.29 percent. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 4.33…

Mortgage Bankers Association for the week of 2/16/2010

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Getting a Caveat Loan

 

If you have an existing mortgage and you suddenly need additional money for additional investement, you might find bridge loans as a good option. Bridge Loans are also called, caveat loans or short term second mortgagee. It is because in most cases, a caveat loan could be obtained even if you have an existing home loan. The…