Category: Real Estate

Part 2: Staging Sells Your House Fast. In 2009 many people started a real estate sales business by selling their own home. Today, (2010) many of these same people are still trying to sell that first home. The market is tough and with so many homes on the market today’s buyer is looking for an …

Legitimate trusts are tools used by qualified estate planners and their clients to achieve certain objectives, including, but not limited to, controlling the disposition of assets, avoiding probate, reducing administration costs, saving estate taxes, and preserving family heritage for future generations. Unfortunately, trusts are often used for inappropriate purposes. Lurking in the shadows are scammers …

Real estate investing is something that everyone wants to be involved in because it is one of the best ways to secure your hard-earned money and turn a profit. You will come across numerous so-called “real estate gurus” who try to portray that investing in real estate is easy, but a wise person would understand …

As a property manager, I enjoy the dynamics of working with condominium boards and homeowners associations. Essentially, the Board runs the Association along with the volunteer owners in an effort to keep property values ​​high through proper maintenance of common areas, maintaining uniformity, and ensuring positive curb appeal. The Association works closely with the property …

Your company’s business plan can be one of your most important business documents, IF it is well written and usable. An unrealistic plan, too simplistic, or a monstrosity parked in a folder, is useless. it should be a living document for the CEO and leadership team. Business plans should be designed with the end use …

You’ve probably heard that investing in real estate is one of the best ways to get rich. This is true, but you have to really know what you’re doing, or you’ll find yourself in a lot of trouble right from the start. Don’t worry, even Donald Trump didn’t get to where he is without a …

1.) When your pipes bang while you turn on the water, it’s time to add straps and protect the pipes with a layer of rubber. 2.) If you are going to anchor a pipe, be sure to allow room for expansion. 3.) Do not use galvanized strapping on copper pipe. 4.) During cold spells, be …

Representation: In Israel (as in many US states), a real estate agent can represent both the buyer/tenant and the seller/landlord. Please note that this does not release either party from payment. If both parties are represented by the agent, then each party, regardless of the other, must pay the agent the agreed fee (unless, of …

As banks foreclose on millions upon thousands of properties across the country, the question arises: “Can banks make a profit on foreclosed properties?” The simple answer is yes, but it takes some special circumstances to make it happen. If the owner knows how to protect his equity, he may get paid even if he loses …