Do your friends run the other way when they see you? Screen your calls? Have you invited a bald co-worker to an opportunity meeting only to be told that he had to stay and wash his hair? Are you spending more on autoship than is currently being sent to your wallet? If any of these situations sound familiar to you, […]
For real estate investing to work for you, you should always be aware of the economic conditions that dictate which type of real estate investment is the best option at any given time. Do you know your basics? What are bank-owned REO properties or non-performing loans? What is the difference between the two? It’s quite simple actually. Both non-performing loans […]
Homebuyers are always aware of the initial costs associated with buying a home, but sometimes they don’t recognize some hidden costs that occur after the Settlement. The good news is that there are some quick ways to find out about these unexpected costs that may arise after the Settlement and handle them methodically and effectively. The following steps will help […]
Interest in North Cyprus property has been on the rise for quite some time. The region is beautiful, with wonderful sandy beaches and the exquisite mountains of Kyrenia. There are even strict rules to limit the construction of high-rise flats in order to preserve the natural beauty and allow Cyprus to retain its natural charm. With several new developments being […]
As an investor and commercial agent specializing in multi-family properties (and office leasing), I am often asked why I am so passionate about the multi-family asset type. I usually reply that I love multi-family properties because they can get you where you want to go in the shortest amount of time. Investing in multi-family properties can be one of the […]
During a recent property tax appeal case, we were surprised to hear the local property tax assessor make the statement, “Make me go out of business and I’ll consider lowering taxes.” We looked at each other in complete astonishment and before I could inform the appraiser that I had just admitted that I was taxing the business enterprise rather than […]
Differential Shrinkage – To get right to the point, wood cracks due to differential shrinkage! Differential shrinkage occurs because the outer fibers of the cover dry out first and begin to shrink. However, the core has not yet started to dry out and shrink, and consequently the core prevents the shell from shrinking. Thus, the shell is in tension and […]
You’ve heard the adage: profits are made when you buy the property. Simple, but powerful. Unfortunately, investors often forget that lesson and end up paying too much for properties. If I’m going to rehab a property and commit funds to that project, it’s critical that I know the right price to pay (and then buy below that number). The formula […]
I was struck by an article published last week about American Genius- a site dedicated to ‘focusing small, medium and large companies on consumerism’. The author highlights in a job search post how a lack of engagement with apps can damage an organization’s brand: When an applicant feels ignored, the author says, it can undo the good feeling built up […]
Real estate in Navi Mumbai is expected to get a boost in 2015. CIDCO (Maharashtra City and Industrial Development Corporation) plans to auction off almost a hundred plots of land this year. CIDCO has made Navi Mumbai what it is, since its inception in 1972. Developers have often accused CIDCO of rationing land through bidding to increase prices. CIDCO is […]
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