Archive for March 26th, 2009

The What, Why, And How Of Real Estate Leverage Posted By : Dennis Estrada

The What, Why, And How Of Real Estate Leverage Posted By : Dennis Estrada
Leverage is a way to acquire real estate that is worth more than the asset or equity of the investor to increase wealth. The investor usually leverages his asset or equity thru a mortgage. The return on investment of real estate significantly increases the wealth of the investor.

A Modern Approach to Home Appraisal Posted By : Andy Asbury
Your home might be worth more than you think. Whether you’re happily settled, or getting ready to sell, it never hurts to know how your investment is doing, especially if you’ve lived in your home for a long time.

Reasons to Acquire a Real Estate Appraisal Posted By : Brayan Peter
There are many reasons to obtain a real estate appraisal. The most common reason to acquire an appraisal is to settle an estate. Taxing authorities often need real estate appraisals in order to establish the value of a real estate or property when a death occurs.

What is A Home Appraisal? Posted By : Greg E. Sullivan
You are ready to make that big purchase, maybe it is your dream home or it could be an investment piece of real estate. Whichever it may be, the purchase of real estate is a complex financial transaction that requires multiple parties to pull it off.

How Meaningful are Real Estate Appraisals? Posted By : Dave Dinkel
Determine how meaningful real estate appraisals are and what guidelines are used to determine home values. Find out how appraisers and lenders have changed the rules of determining home values and how these changes could effect selling your home.

Preparing for Appraisals - Contracts and Comps Posted By : Raynor James
You’ve sold your home and are getting ready for the appraisal. Here’s how contracts and comparable home sales impact the appraisal.

Bloated Appraisals Go On Weight Loss Program In Cali Posted By : Lee Cameron
As Americans watch their real estate markets fail and friends foreclose, many are asking what went wrong? Lately, the spotlight has swung to over-inflated appraisals and inherent pressure on appraisers to “hit the number” when drawing up their reports. This month, California was among the first states to pass a bill making these fat appraisals illegal.

What To Know Before Choosing A Real Estate Agent Posted By : Agneta Ullman
So you have decided to sell your house, and you are looking for a real estate agent to represent you. Here are just a few suggestions of a few things you may want to know about your agent before contracting with them. The number of years on the job is only one factor…

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