The existing real estate market is in decline and current forecasts do not see a significant rise any time soon. However, there are many variables that could affect this forecast. Being an election year, a new president, depending on the policies of his platform, may be able to change the economy to such an extent that the real estate market also changes. There is no guarantee that it will be for the better but it very well may affect change. This late in the game the front runners for the election are Barack Obama and John McCain.
Obama is a Democrat who has a proposed housing reform plan. His reformations include changes to the financial regulatory system to have stricter controls on financial institutions. Also in his plan is a system to help with the current foreclosure problem facing many Americans today. He proposes that the Federal government take steps to assist those who are in financial straits by buying out or refinancing existing mortgages to drop monthly payments.
Also, he wants financial institutions to restructure loans as early as possible when a borrower is having problems. In addition he wants to increase tax incentives for people who have mortgages so they can get a break on their taxes. His final initiative includes a federally funded program costing up to thirty million dollars to help with the existing foreclosure crisis facing America today.
McCain, a Republican holds that there should be little government intervention in the banking situation and that the economic issues should play out naturally. However, recognizing the crisis he is open to suggestion from leading authorities for temporary solutions for assistance in order to help the American public through the crisis. However, he maintains that any assistance should be temporary and any permanent reform should be in the means of regulatory changes and increasing the accountability of banks so that the crisis does not occur again.
He also insists that any financial assistance to the public should be for those in primary residences to save their home and no assistance should go to investors in trouble or those who have trouble keeping up a second home or vacation property. While McCain is amenable to analyzing the issue and open to discussion regarding possible solutions for both long and short term, he is non committal about what his housing policy is and refuses to make it a part of his campaign. He does not want to play on the fears of the public to win votes by touting a reform policy that is not feasible or would not pass.
Both Obama and McCain have recognized the existing housing problems in the country. Both have acknowledged a need for some type of reform. They do, however, disagree on how much government should be involved and in which aspects. Obama has a clear cut strategy for housing reform as part of his campaign platform but that does not mean anything will actually come to fruition if he is elected. McCain has been noncommittal in pinning down specifics but has stated it is something that will take precedence. How the market will unfold after the election, though, will depend not so much on who is elected but what will actually occur when they are. Right now, there is merely discussion and planning with nothing concrete evidenced by either side.
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Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Monday, October 6, 2008
Five Steps to Improve Your Credit
For many, improving credit is an important step towards a chance at some of the most important aspects of everyday life. Good credit is vital if you want to own a good car, a good house, or any other major purchase. Like millions of people in America, you might have a few issues with your credit report; here are a few hot tips that can lead to improvement:
Step One: One of the best things you can do in your efforts to improve your credit is to learn your rights. Laws protect you as a consumer, and thus your credit score as well. You need to be familiar with those laws and your rights to improve that score. Policies of all sorts are in place that regulate everything from criteria regarding rejection to the ways a collection agency is allowed to go after late payments. If you're unaware of your rights, you'll find it difficult to insist on the proper steps that are in place to help you. Confusion is the enemy.
Step Two: The three major credit bureaus (TransUnion, Experian and Equifax) are required to provide you with a free copy of your credit report once a year, at your request.
Step Three: Once you have the credit report in-hand, go over it in miniscule detail. File a report for each and every negative item immediately. Any negative item must be investigated by the bureau: if they don't verify it within 30 to 45 days, the item must be removed! There are many reasons creditors refuse to verify information, which is great news for anyone trying to improve their credit. Better still, file your disputes when the credit business is busiest to help ensure there's less chance of verification.
Step Four: For certainty's sake, send every dispute form by certified mail (which only costs a few dollars extra) and request return-receipt. Make sure your records are extremely detailed, covering dates, times, names, every single minor step along the way. You want this process to be rife with delays and it will only help if you can make yourself as difficult as possible for them to deal with. Just one person failing in the verification-chain on their end, that's all it will take to get the negative mark cleared off your record.
Step Five: 30 to 45 days after you've sent in your dispute, get another copy of your report. Pay for it this time if you have to! Review it from top to bottom and start making phone calls about why unverified information hasn't been removed; it had plenty of time, after all. Dispute anything that remains, over and over and over again, until they get tired of dealing with you. Don't give up, because the reward for your persistence is an improved credit score!
In truth, it isn't difficult to improve your credit score, not really. It's as easy as getting your report, disputing everything negative, and repeating those steps until you get the results you want. Pay attention to every little detail and keep strict records, and you'll be well on your way to the better score that you want.
Step One: One of the best things you can do in your efforts to improve your credit is to learn your rights. Laws protect you as a consumer, and thus your credit score as well. You need to be familiar with those laws and your rights to improve that score. Policies of all sorts are in place that regulate everything from criteria regarding rejection to the ways a collection agency is allowed to go after late payments. If you're unaware of your rights, you'll find it difficult to insist on the proper steps that are in place to help you. Confusion is the enemy.
Step Two: The three major credit bureaus (TransUnion, Experian and Equifax) are required to provide you with a free copy of your credit report once a year, at your request.
Step Three: Once you have the credit report in-hand, go over it in miniscule detail. File a report for each and every negative item immediately. Any negative item must be investigated by the bureau: if they don't verify it within 30 to 45 days, the item must be removed! There are many reasons creditors refuse to verify information, which is great news for anyone trying to improve their credit. Better still, file your disputes when the credit business is busiest to help ensure there's less chance of verification.
Step Four: For certainty's sake, send every dispute form by certified mail (which only costs a few dollars extra) and request return-receipt. Make sure your records are extremely detailed, covering dates, times, names, every single minor step along the way. You want this process to be rife with delays and it will only help if you can make yourself as difficult as possible for them to deal with. Just one person failing in the verification-chain on their end, that's all it will take to get the negative mark cleared off your record.
Step Five: 30 to 45 days after you've sent in your dispute, get another copy of your report. Pay for it this time if you have to! Review it from top to bottom and start making phone calls about why unverified information hasn't been removed; it had plenty of time, after all. Dispute anything that remains, over and over and over again, until they get tired of dealing with you. Don't give up, because the reward for your persistence is an improved credit score!
In truth, it isn't difficult to improve your credit score, not really. It's as easy as getting your report, disputing everything negative, and repeating those steps until you get the results you want. Pay attention to every little detail and keep strict records, and you'll be well on your way to the better score that you want.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Foreclosure vs Bankruptcy effects on Credit Reports
Nothing is worse for your credit score than a foreclosure or a bankruptcy credit report. Not only will these red flags remain on your credit record for seven years, but your score could drop as much as 300 points overnight, impacting your ability to borrow money for years. Your credit report will show every time you’re 30 days late on a mortgage payment and then the “Notice of Default” will show up. If you are able to stop the house from foreclosing, then you’ll have a good chance at repairing your credit over the next few years. Otherwise, the “Notice of Trust Sale” and the “Trust Deed Sale” will hit your report, scarring your financial freedom for the next seven years or more.
Once you’ve looked at your credit report, you’ll need to focus on improving your credit score. Pay all your outstanding bills on time, first and foremost. On-time bill payments account for roughly 35% of your credit score. Start with the highest interest rate cards and reduce your credit usage to 30% of what’s been extended to you. Replenish your savings, your 401k and other retirement accounts. You may want to contact CCSInc.org to obtain credit counseling and take free financial classes to re-educate yourself on how to save and spend wisely. A foreclosure can really shatter your confidence, as well as your purchasing power, so it’s important that you take this opportunity to reassess how you approach financial decision making as a whole.
So which is worse for your credit score, a foreclosure or a bankruptcy? Even though bankruptcy stays on your credit for 10 years and a foreclosure for 7, “a foreclosure is very serious to mortgage lenders,” said Ray Hooper, Education and Housing Director for the Consumer Credit Counseling Service. “They’re going look at a foreclosure more seriously than they will a bankruptcy that doesn’t include the house.” Hooper says if you’re receiving default notices but still want to keep your house, then you’ll need to catch up on those missed payments.
Once you’ve looked at your credit report, you’ll need to focus on improving your credit score. Pay all your outstanding bills on time, first and foremost. On-time bill payments account for roughly 35% of your credit score. Start with the highest interest rate cards and reduce your credit usage to 30% of what’s been extended to you. Replenish your savings, your 401k and other retirement accounts. You may want to contact CCSInc.org to obtain credit counseling and take free financial classes to re-educate yourself on how to save and spend wisely. A foreclosure can really shatter your confidence, as well as your purchasing power, so it’s important that you take this opportunity to reassess how you approach financial decision making as a whole.
So which is worse for your credit score, a foreclosure or a bankruptcy? Even though bankruptcy stays on your credit for 10 years and a foreclosure for 7, “a foreclosure is very serious to mortgage lenders,” said Ray Hooper, Education and Housing Director for the Consumer Credit Counseling Service. “They’re going look at a foreclosure more seriously than they will a bankruptcy that doesn’t include the house.” Hooper says if you’re receiving default notices but still want to keep your house, then you’ll need to catch up on those missed payments.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Get cash now for your mortgage notes and trust deed!
There is a lot of money to be made in real estate, even for people who do not own any property. This is possible if they decide to buy and sell mortgage notes. Real estate notes, commonly known as mortgage notes, are basically contracts that promise to pay the amount that is secured by any real estate property.
What are the steps involved in selling the mortgage note? First, after note sellers receive an initial quote, they advise the broker or the buyer on the cash option that they have chosen.
In note transactions, the phrase ‘simultaneous closing’ is often used to describe transactions that take place when the seller is carrying back a note as payment for his property. The intention behind selling the note is to exchange it for cash. Thus, ‘simultaneous closing’ means that there are two separate closing transactions taking place at the same time, during an escrow closing.
Why do people try to sell a mortgage note? Mainly because people have sudden exigencies or requirements that call for ready cash. Alternately, there are other incidents like the depreciating values of real estate, insurance liabilities, or vandalism that force people to sell mortgage notes. There are also instances where a low interest rate might mean that the mortgage is worth more today than it would be in the future. Then there is the belief that with a nationwide recession, people with ready cash who are quick to act have more prospects than the ones who like to wait and watch.
In the recent years, owner financing has emerged as an established and accepted practice in real estate. The emergence of the private mortgage industry in the US has boosted owner financing as a better and more attractive option that it ever had been in the past.
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What are the steps involved in selling the mortgage note? First, after note sellers receive an initial quote, they advise the broker or the buyer on the cash option that they have chosen.
In note transactions, the phrase ‘simultaneous closing’ is often used to describe transactions that take place when the seller is carrying back a note as payment for his property. The intention behind selling the note is to exchange it for cash. Thus, ‘simultaneous closing’ means that there are two separate closing transactions taking place at the same time, during an escrow closing.
Why do people try to sell a mortgage note? Mainly because people have sudden exigencies or requirements that call for ready cash. Alternately, there are other incidents like the depreciating values of real estate, insurance liabilities, or vandalism that force people to sell mortgage notes. There are also instances where a low interest rate might mean that the mortgage is worth more today than it would be in the future. Then there is the belief that with a nationwide recession, people with ready cash who are quick to act have more prospects than the ones who like to wait and watch.
In the recent years, owner financing has emerged as an established and accepted practice in real estate. The emergence of the private mortgage industry in the US has boosted owner financing as a better and more attractive option that it ever had been in the past.
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Wednesday, September 10, 2008
How to Get More Than The Asking Price For Your Property
Part 4 of 4
How Creative Home Sellers Have The Advantage
Creative home sellers offering seller financing can often sell their houses faster in a slow market - often at a higher price! In the process, these sellers act as the “bank,” and begin to receive monthly payments instead of a lump sum of cash.
So what happens when those offering seller financing need an immediate lump sum of cash instead of scheduled future payments? Locating a buyer for the newly-created cash flow could be the answer.
To get the money they need, sellers that offer financing could sell the future mortgage payments they are set to receive.
How sellers get quick cash for their notes
This process can be streamlined when the savvy home seller lines up a buyer for the payment stream before the note is even created. This way the property seller could have a buyer for the payment stream ready to make the purchase as soon as the new private mortgage is created. Once the closing and the note sale are complete the seller will have the money she needs for her next home.
Finding the buyer for the seller-financed mortgage is the tricky part. Buyers won't line up at the door. In fact, they don't often browse the newspaper or the web looking for people with notes to sell. This is where the professional Note finder comes in!
Note Finders are real estate professionals that specialize in connecting the people who create notes with those who buy them.
While I do not assist with the creation of a note, I can provide general recommendations about the types of terms that are attractive to Note Buyers. With my knowledge, experience, and connections within the secondary finance industry, I can save home sellers a lot of time and effort when liquidating a note. Most importantly, I can help locate a buyer for your note and make the process smooth and easy.
When working with a property seller who needs a lump sum of cash immediately after selling real estate, contacting a finder like me early in the process of creating the real estate note makes sense.
By involving a Note finder before a note is created, the property seller can receive valuable input about the payment characteristics that Note Buyers prefer.
And for any completed seller-financed deals, a qualified Note finder can help Note Holders obtain a large amount of cash in exchange for future payments.
Greetings,
My name is Sydney Griecci. As a professional note finder, I specialize in developing creative cash solutions; namely, I help note holders receive a lump sum of money in exchange for their secured real estate notes. I can also show home owners how to sell their property with seller finance.
Once a real estate note is created, it can be sold for cash shortly after the close of escrow. Existing notes can also be sold to achieve cash liquidity.
Additionally, if you are looking to purchase a paper asset for your own portfolio, I have the resources to show you many viable opportunities.
If you are an attorney, CPA, real estate agent, mortgage broker, title agent or escrow officer, I can assist you in helping your clients realize quick sales of hard-to-sell properties through the use of private financing.
If you would like to learn more about the creation and/or sale of secured private notes, please contact me directly.
Join my mailing list or subscribe to this publication by leaving me your contact information. I can be reached via email
Sincerely,
Sydney Griecci
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How Creative Home Sellers Have The Advantage
Creative home sellers offering seller financing can often sell their houses faster in a slow market - often at a higher price! In the process, these sellers act as the “bank,” and begin to receive monthly payments instead of a lump sum of cash.
So what happens when those offering seller financing need an immediate lump sum of cash instead of scheduled future payments? Locating a buyer for the newly-created cash flow could be the answer.
To get the money they need, sellers that offer financing could sell the future mortgage payments they are set to receive.
How sellers get quick cash for their notes
This process can be streamlined when the savvy home seller lines up a buyer for the payment stream before the note is even created. This way the property seller could have a buyer for the payment stream ready to make the purchase as soon as the new private mortgage is created. Once the closing and the note sale are complete the seller will have the money she needs for her next home.
Finding the buyer for the seller-financed mortgage is the tricky part. Buyers won't line up at the door. In fact, they don't often browse the newspaper or the web looking for people with notes to sell. This is where the professional Note finder comes in!
Note Finders are real estate professionals that specialize in connecting the people who create notes with those who buy them.
While I do not assist with the creation of a note, I can provide general recommendations about the types of terms that are attractive to Note Buyers. With my knowledge, experience, and connections within the secondary finance industry, I can save home sellers a lot of time and effort when liquidating a note. Most importantly, I can help locate a buyer for your note and make the process smooth and easy.
When working with a property seller who needs a lump sum of cash immediately after selling real estate, contacting a finder like me early in the process of creating the real estate note makes sense.
By involving a Note finder before a note is created, the property seller can receive valuable input about the payment characteristics that Note Buyers prefer.
And for any completed seller-financed deals, a qualified Note finder can help Note Holders obtain a large amount of cash in exchange for future payments.
Greetings,
My name is Sydney Griecci. As a professional note finder, I specialize in developing creative cash solutions; namely, I help note holders receive a lump sum of money in exchange for their secured real estate notes. I can also show home owners how to sell their property with seller finance.
Once a real estate note is created, it can be sold for cash shortly after the close of escrow. Existing notes can also be sold to achieve cash liquidity.
Additionally, if you are looking to purchase a paper asset for your own portfolio, I have the resources to show you many viable opportunities.
If you are an attorney, CPA, real estate agent, mortgage broker, title agent or escrow officer, I can assist you in helping your clients realize quick sales of hard-to-sell properties through the use of private financing.
If you would like to learn more about the creation and/or sale of secured private notes, please contact me directly.
Join my mailing list or subscribe to this publication by leaving me your contact information. I can be reached via email
Sincerely,
Sydney Griecci
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Saturday, September 6, 2008
Friday, September 5, 2008
How to Get More Than The Asking Price For Your Property
Part 3 of 4
How Does Down Payment Affect Note Value?
For many Note Buyers the amount of the initial down payment at the time of sale can make or break a note deal. The down payment is applied directly toward principal, creating instant equity in the property. Accordingly, most Note Buyers want to confirm the amount of the down payment up front.
With no down payment, it would take many years to build a meaningful amount of equity in the property. Take a look at the following example that illustrates this point.
House #1: valued at $100,000, with a down payment of $20,000 made at the time of sale.
House #2: also valued at $100,000, but with zero down payment made at the time of sale.
The note on House #1 has $20,000 in equity. No down payment made on House #2 means that there is no equity in the property before the first monthly payment is made.
Consider how much “upfront” money there is
Assuming that House #2 was sold for $100,000 with a 30-year note amortized at 8 percent interest, it could take years to build $20,000 in equity.
Because the Note Holder’s purchase is protected by the equity in the property, the amount of the down payment is an important consideration. With the zero down note on House #2, the Note Buyer would need to apply a larger discount in order to make it a fair deal for him. On the other hand, while the note on House #1 is secured by a $20,000 down payment and has substantial protective equity even before the first monthly payment, it would cost the Note Buyer a lot more.
Almost any note deal can be a good deal… for everyone involved
A strong down payment lends a side benefit related to having protective equity. When a large down payment is made at the time of sale, that person is more likely to be committed to owning the house and keeping up with the note payments. Seller-financed deals with zero down payments are very attractive to first-time home buyers or others without a large nest egg saved – but it can be riskier for the Note Buyer. So the educated Note Buyers can offset this risk by increasing the discount on low or zero down payment notes.
Remember, even a note created without a down payment can be a sound purchase. The key is to look at each situation individually and to establish a fair price based on the specific note.
Even when liquidating private mortgages at a discount, Note Sellers still get to receive a lump sum of cash immediately instead of waiting years – decades, even – before the debt owed to them is paid.
The bottom line is that a qualified professional Note Finder can bring a benefit to both parties – the Note Holder and the buyer. In the end, when a deal is struck, everyone wins and ends up in a stronger financial position.
Join my mailing list or subscribe to this publication by leaving me your contact information. I can be reached at 303.317.4488 or via email at sydney@smilingdogenterprises.com.
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Sydney Griecci
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How Does Down Payment Affect Note Value?
For many Note Buyers the amount of the initial down payment at the time of sale can make or break a note deal. The down payment is applied directly toward principal, creating instant equity in the property. Accordingly, most Note Buyers want to confirm the amount of the down payment up front.
With no down payment, it would take many years to build a meaningful amount of equity in the property. Take a look at the following example that illustrates this point.
House #1: valued at $100,000, with a down payment of $20,000 made at the time of sale.
House #2: also valued at $100,000, but with zero down payment made at the time of sale.
The note on House #1 has $20,000 in equity. No down payment made on House #2 means that there is no equity in the property before the first monthly payment is made.
Consider how much “upfront” money there is
Assuming that House #2 was sold for $100,000 with a 30-year note amortized at 8 percent interest, it could take years to build $20,000 in equity.
Because the Note Holder’s purchase is protected by the equity in the property, the amount of the down payment is an important consideration. With the zero down note on House #2, the Note Buyer would need to apply a larger discount in order to make it a fair deal for him. On the other hand, while the note on House #1 is secured by a $20,000 down payment and has substantial protective equity even before the first monthly payment, it would cost the Note Buyer a lot more.
Almost any note deal can be a good deal… for everyone involved
A strong down payment lends a side benefit related to having protective equity. When a large down payment is made at the time of sale, that person is more likely to be committed to owning the house and keeping up with the note payments. Seller-financed deals with zero down payments are very attractive to first-time home buyers or others without a large nest egg saved – but it can be riskier for the Note Buyer. So the educated Note Buyers can offset this risk by increasing the discount on low or zero down payment notes.
Remember, even a note created without a down payment can be a sound purchase. The key is to look at each situation individually and to establish a fair price based on the specific note.
Even when liquidating private mortgages at a discount, Note Sellers still get to receive a lump sum of cash immediately instead of waiting years – decades, even – before the debt owed to them is paid.
The bottom line is that a qualified professional Note Finder can bring a benefit to both parties – the Note Holder and the buyer. In the end, when a deal is struck, everyone wins and ends up in a stronger financial position.
Join my mailing list or subscribe to this publication by leaving me your contact information. I can be reached at 303.317.4488 or via email at sydney@smilingdogenterprises.com.
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Sydney Griecci
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Wednesday, September 3, 2008
How to Get More Than The Asking Price For Your Property
Part 2 of 4
Equity attracts Note Buyers
One key to liquidating a seller-financed mortgage is found in the property’s equity. The equity in the private note essentially acts as a “safety net” for the Note Buyer, in case there is a problem collecting the payments. So note buyers find deals with strong equity more attractive.
Remember, a Note Buyer is purchasing monthly payments secured by property. If the property is worth more than the remaining balance of the note, the buyer could seize the extra value in a foreclosure situation by reselling the property. This allows the new Note Holder to recoup his initial outlay and receive the additional equity.
Most Note Buyers will do a quick equity check before looking at any other information. By first determining the note’s Loan-To-Value (LTV), buyers can decide whether to dig deeper or move on. The LTV is calculated by comparing the balance of all of the loans to the value of the property.
Two equity examples
To illustrate, let’s consider two houses, each valued at $100,000. One home has loans of $95,000 and the second home has loans of $70,000.
The first home has an LTV of 95 percent (95k/100k = 95), indicating only 5 percent equity (100 – 95 = 5).
The second home has an LTV of 70 percent (70k/100k = 70), showing 30 percent equity in the property (100 – 70 = 30).
Clearly, most buyers will not be as interested in the note on the first home because there is virtually no protective equity. In this situation, the buyer of the note would want to discount the note purchase a fair amount to make up for the fact that there is little equity.
The second note with 70 percent LTV will require less discounting, and the Note Holder will receive a larger portion of their note as compared to the note balance. This is because the Note Buyer stands to benefit from holding a substantial amount of equity in the property (30 percent) if the Payor were to default on their obligation.
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Equity attracts Note Buyers
One key to liquidating a seller-financed mortgage is found in the property’s equity. The equity in the private note essentially acts as a “safety net” for the Note Buyer, in case there is a problem collecting the payments. So note buyers find deals with strong equity more attractive.
Remember, a Note Buyer is purchasing monthly payments secured by property. If the property is worth more than the remaining balance of the note, the buyer could seize the extra value in a foreclosure situation by reselling the property. This allows the new Note Holder to recoup his initial outlay and receive the additional equity.
Most Note Buyers will do a quick equity check before looking at any other information. By first determining the note’s Loan-To-Value (LTV), buyers can decide whether to dig deeper or move on. The LTV is calculated by comparing the balance of all of the loans to the value of the property.
Two equity examples
To illustrate, let’s consider two houses, each valued at $100,000. One home has loans of $95,000 and the second home has loans of $70,000.
The first home has an LTV of 95 percent (95k/100k = 95), indicating only 5 percent equity (100 – 95 = 5).
The second home has an LTV of 70 percent (70k/100k = 70), showing 30 percent equity in the property (100 – 70 = 30).
Clearly, most buyers will not be as interested in the note on the first home because there is virtually no protective equity. In this situation, the buyer of the note would want to discount the note purchase a fair amount to make up for the fact that there is little equity.
The second note with 70 percent LTV will require less discounting, and the Note Holder will receive a larger portion of their note as compared to the note balance. This is because the Note Buyer stands to benefit from holding a substantial amount of equity in the property (30 percent) if the Payor were to default on their obligation.
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Monday, September 1, 2008
How to Get More Than The Asking Price For Your Property
How to Get More Than The Asking Price For Your Property
Part 1 of 4
When the number of real estate buyers is greater than the number of available homes, real estate property values usually go up. It’s an ideal environment for sellers because buyers are forced to compete, and properties usually sell quickly – often for even more than the asking price!
But as more properties go on the market, buyer competition subsides. Prices level out, and eventually drop. Most assume this is a bad time to sell a home. But in fact, it can be the best time for educated sellers to tap into a little-known market, using the creative power of seller financing.
A seller’s best strategy
With the help of a professional Note Finder, a seller can open the doors to buyers normally locked out by traditional financing. A so-called “down market” is the ideal time for resourceful sellers to target the millions of people who can’t get funding. These buyers are often willing to pay more in order to buy a home without traditional financing.
The seller sets the price, determines and accepts a down payment, and then finances the remaining balance. The buyer gets a home without having to fully-qualify for a traditional loan. It’s a favorable situation for both seller and buyer. And while this “outside of the box” form of financing can seem a bit daunting, it can happen very smoothly and easily with the knowledge, experience, and guidance of a professional Note Finder like me.
Here is an example: If the seller wants $100,000 for the property, and the buyer gives the seller $10,000 cash, the seller will finance the balance of $90,000. The buyer and seller would then agree to the terms, such as the interest rate and the total term, and use an attorney to create the mortgage document and close the deal. From that point on the buyer sends the seller monthly payments for the house he has just purchased.
A great opportunity for sellers
The whole process can really be that simple. But there are some substantial differences between a seller-financed deal and one that relies on traditional bank funding.
First of all, the seller will not receive a large one-time payment at the time of the sale. In fact, she will only receive the down payment. Since many home sellers are also looking to buy another property, the seller may need to get enough at closing to pay her down payment. Without this payment, the seller’s hands could be tied when she looks to purchase another house. There is a common solution to this issue that offers the potential for even MORE money to the seller!
Note Finders specialize in helping new mortgage holders sell newly-created notes for a lump sum of cash. In the end, seller financing could be used to sell property at a higher price than expected and the sellers could get the money they need. Essentially, sellers can “have their cake and eat it too.”
In summary
Step #1: Use the seller-finance option to find unique customers willing to purchase at a higher price than would have been possible otherwise.
Step #2: Decide on the terms of the deal and create the note to complete the real estate transaction quickly.
Step #3: If the property seller needs immediate cash, contact me to help locate a buyer for the new mortgage note. The person who buys the future payments from the seller will likely provide the funding to act as a down payment on a new house and every party involved in the deal comes out smiling.
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