Seizing the Market…and…6 Tips to Get the Best Mortgage Deal! Note: This article was originally written in a booming economy—before the sub-prime mortgage meltdown—and while economic downturns may be a current reality, be prepared for “go-go” times to return. Regardless of the economic climate, you need to focus on every opportunity. It’s like a feeding frenzy! The demand for new housing and new financing is incredible, and with the threat of a new tax law [...]

How to Get the Best Real Estate Advice The American Dream is changing. Once upon a time, all a young couple would ever dream about was owning their own home with the white picket fence. While that’s still true, the considerations about the purchase of that home have changed dramatically. More and more homebuyers are seriously considering the investment potential of the home they buy, and are paying close attention to the financing terms of [...]

Get the Most Value From Your Home Improvements  Ah, the sweet scent of home improvements! How satisfying is the smell of Lysol as you begin spring cleaning, and the sound of hammers pounding, saws sawing and homeowners screaming if what was hammered or sawed wasn’t done perfectly. Each year brings spring home-improvement time. Now, if you have any money left after you paid your favorite uncle (Sam, that is), or if you have a refund [...]

When a Deal is Withdrawn Dear Ken, I recently made an offer on a house that I was going to live in. the broker presented the offer to the seller, and the seller agreed to it, with certain changes. The agent brought the papers back to me and told me that I had three days to sign them and return them. I said that I would sign only if I could bring a home inspector [...]

How to Find Bargain Properties Where can you find real estate bargains? That question is one of the most popular questions? That question is one of the most popular questions asked of me when I am teaching my seminar. A “bargain” can be any property that is a good deal for you. For instance, if you were to pay full retail price for a property, but get incredible “wholesale” terms (such as a 6% loan [...]