How Does Commercial Remortgage Help ?
Aug 30th
You must have taken a commercial mortgage to expand your old business or to set up a new one. There may be need for finance to set up a pub or renovate them. A high interest rate is what you got when you applied for it then. If the current loan rates are lower and you have taken out a fixed mortgage, you have an option to switch over to a variable one and enjoy the current interest rates. More >
Changing Commercial Real Estate Auctions With Technology
Aug 24th
eBay and other online services have increased the visibility of all auctions, including how they are perceived and conducted. Online real estate auctions, when combined with live open outcry real estate auctions, are taking on more prominence; however, if not implemented properly these events can prove to be unsuccessful.
While many products can be sold easily in online auctions, real estate by its nature is unique and individual. No two parcels of land, buildings, or locations are exactly the same; each has its own particular characteristics. Thus, due diligence is an extremely important part of the auction process. Technology programs, such as the CCIM member service STDBonline, are very helpful in preparing due diligence materials. More >
Why No Real Estate Investor Can Live Without an Assistant
Aug 17th
Having an assistant is one of the best investments you’ll make as a real estate entrepreneur. Like all parts of your business (and yes, buying, leasing, and selling houses is a business), they require an investment of your money and also your time. You’ll need to invest a little money in order to hire, train, and compensate them for their services. And, you’ll need to invest some time to help them get the job done right — more in the beginning and much less as time goes on.
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JP Morgan buys $3.5 bln in Citi real estate loans
Aug 10th
J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. /quotes/comstock/13*!jpm/quotes/nls/jpm (JPM 39.17, -0.65, -1.63%) said Tuesday that it bought $3.5 billion in performing multifamily and commercial real estate loans from Citigroup Inc.’s /quotes/comstock/13*!c/quotes/nls/c (C 4.01, +0.01, +0.25%) Citibank. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The portfolio contains about 3,800 loans in California, New York and Illinois.
Are Apartment Reviews Helpful ?
Aug 3rd
Does Home Value Affect Your Ability to Refinance?
Jul 27th
What are your chances of refinancing your mortgage? Is it going to be a struggle if you’ve got a starter home at the lower end of the market? Are banks more willing to work with someone who has a pricey, custom-built home?
Not necessarily. On both counts.
Obamas Mortgage Bailout Benefits Millions of Homeowners
Jul 21st
Homeowners looking for help with their home loan are in luck. President Obamas $75 billion housing stimulus plan is designed to help struggling homeowners save a lot of money, prevent their home from being lost, or both. Here are some things homeowners need to know about this housing stimulus plan and how to benefit from it. More >
Maintaining your home
Jul 7th
When you sign your mortgage at closing, you pledge your home as security for your loan. Therefore, your lender has an interest in making sure that your property keeps its value through ongoing maintenance. But more important than that, you will want to maintain your home so that it remains a good investment for you.
No matter how well-maintained a home you are buying, you will eventually be faced with expenses for unexpected repairs and routine maintenance. More >
Corporate Housing For a Corporate Tourist
Jun 30th
Business trips are sometimes required for a company to profit. But it can be a hassle for individuals to go to a certain place and have to adjust to a new environment. Another burden could be finding a place to stay. However, these problems have been answered with corporate apartments for rent. These apartments are designed specifically for business travelers and their services are quite similar to those offered by hotels and serviced apartments.
Because there are many corporate housing units available for rent, it is essential to take the time to assess each one and find the best. For this, More >
