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29th September 2009
In the largest cities in the USA, such as New York and the greater Los Angeles area, real estate lawyers are able to oversee and review numerous transactions including contracts for the purchase or sale of real property which nowadays will involve more fo... Read >
Author: Ray23rd September 2009
Financial Modeling is essential for making decisions to acquire, keep or sell investment real estate. The central aim is to provide a framework evaluating options and risks. Financial modeling is also utilized for decisions regarding material capital expe... Read >
Author: Patrick O Connor17th September 2009
The real-estate game can be really tricky in these current times. A lot of landlords are getting taken advantage of by wholesalers of real-estate. When wholesalers advertise their so called great deals they may be using values that are not accurate. Bewar... Read >
Author: Khalid Johnson07th September 2009
The VA home mortgage loan is very similar to a conventional home loan in the sense that it offers financing on the subject property. However, the notable difference is that no down payment is necessary, a funding fee subject to the loan amount and prepa... Read >
Author: Ray07th September 2009
The VA home mortgage loan is very similar to a conventional home loan in the sense that it offers financing on the subject property. However, the notable difference is that no down payment is necessary, a funding fee subject to the loan amount and prepa... Read >
Author: Ray31st August 2009
One of the key things that you need to know in property marketing and education is the different approaches that are used in understanding comparables. Comparables are used like the data in statistical sampling processes. From whatever it is that are draw... Read >
Author: Terry Wygal31st August 2009
In the largest cities in the USA, such as New York and the greater Los Angeles area, real estate lawyers are able to oversee and review numerous transactions including contracts for the purchase or sale of real property which nowadays will involve more fo... Read >
Author: Ray31st August 2009
In the largest cities in the USA, such as New York and the greater Los Angeles area, real estate lawyers are able to oversee and review numerous transactions including contracts for the purchase or sale of real property which nowadays will involve more fo... Read >
Author: Ray30th August 2009
One of the key things that you need to know in property marketing and education is the different approaches that are used in understanding comparables. Comparables are used like the data in statistical sampling processes. From whatever it is that are draw... Read >
Author: Terry Wygal30th August 2009
Cap rate and GRM (gross rent multiplier) are popular real estate investing measures regularly used by real estate agents and individual investors seeking to determine whether a rental property is, or is not, priced correctly and maybe might be a good inve... Read >
01st August 2009
Comparable sales are routinely utilized to develop an opinion of value using the sales comparison approach, one of the three primary approaches to valuing real estate. (The two other primary approaches are the cost approach and income approach.) In some c... Read >
Author: Patrick OConnor17th July 2009
In the movie Erin Brockovich, the character of Julia Roberts was neck-deep in investigation about the suspicious activities of Pacific Gas and Electric Company, which led to the eventual poisoning and death of the residents nearby the area. After going th... Read >
Author: liduran200916th July 2009
In the movie Erin Brockovich, the character of Julia Roberts was neck-deep in investigation about the suspicious activities of Pacific Gas and Electric Company, which led to the eventual poisoning and death of the residents nearby the area. After going th... Read >
Author: liduran200916th July 2009
Doing Environmental Due Diligence is a win-win situation for our environment and for the property owner. That’s why in United States the government is highly recommending every site property to undergo ESA before anything else. It must be the responsibi... Read >
Author: rham28th June 2009
Business valuations are performed using methodology similar to the process for real estate appraisals. However in business valuation, the data sources are different. Further, there are nuances in the form of analysis.
Reasons for business valuation eng... Read >
Author: Patrick OConnor18th June 2009
In home building, the contractor is the brain behind everything: it manages the supplies, manpower and the building process from start to finish. It is with this very important role that the law has given a contractor a protection in a form of a mechanic'... Read >
Author: Joe Cline29th May 2009
The cost approach was historically prepared as a part of most commercial real estate appraisals. However, the compunction to include the cost approach (when it was not relevant) has dissipated over the last 20 years.
The principle of substitution is t... Read >
Author: Patrick OConnor18th May 2009
Financial Modeling is essential for making decisions to acquire, keep or sell investment real estate. The central aim is to provide a framework evaluating options and risks. Financial modeling is also utilized for decisions regarding material capital expe... Read >
Author: Patrick OConnor12th May 2009
When you are looking for house refinancing, it's important that you make choices that will improve your financial future over the long term. Here are some factors to consider.
House refinancing is often used to restructure your debt obligations. Sin... Read >
Author: Alan22nd March 2009
Residential income is has always remained one of sought after types of investment real estate and so an investor should be well informed in this area of real estate investing. Residential income is any rental income property comprised of greater than one-... Read >
Author: Frank23rd January 2009
Due diligence is an essential step in real estate investment. After selecting the property type and geographic location, the investor needs to ascertain he has accurate information regarding the physical asset, financial performance, tenant base and futur... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor09th January 2009
Financial Modeling is essential for making decisions to acquire, keep or sell investment real estate. The central aim is to provide a framework evaluating options and risks. Financial modeling is also utilized for decisions regarding material capital expe... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor08th January 2009
When seemingly endless statistical reports show steadily declining home values, it is essential to analyze geographic micro-markets to properly assess the value of residential properties. Although many media and data tracking sources will often cite natio... Read >
Author: Brian S. Icenhower05th January 2009
If you have an FHA mortgage, you have something that others don’t, that is the opportunity to refinance with no income verification, using an FHA streamline refinance.
A mortgage with no income verification seemed to be a thing of the past but, FHA w... Read >
Author: Rick Smith08th December 2008
Renting a property in the Miami real estate rental market is more difficult than ever before. The number of potential problem tenants is overwhelming. The landlord must be able to set the correct rental price, advertise and market the property aggressivel... Read >
Author: Andrea Costantine05th November 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Cory Boatright
If you have never heard of a short sale it is only a matter of time before you do. Right now banks are agreeing to discount properties for massive discount in order to stop the bleeding from the sudden market downturn.... Read >
Author: Cory Boatright Short Sale Guy30th October 2008
The income approach is often given primary emphasis when appraising a commercial real estate used to generate income. Estimates of value via the income approach are highly sensitive to changes in revenue, expense and capitalization rates.
Correctly pe... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor13th October 2008
There has been a significant difference in commercial real estate financing for people who want a stated income commercial mortgage. Similar to the residential market, there are more limitations, terms and conditions for financing when it comes to underwr... Read >
Author: Frank18th September 2008
Due Diligence
Due diligence is an essential step in real estate investment. After selecting the property type and geographic location, the investor needs to ascertain he has accurate information regarding the physical asset, financial performance, te... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor17th September 2008
Market Rent Analysis
Market rent analyses evaluate the subject property, competing properties, and market conditions to document an equitable level of rent in an arm’s length transaction. Estimates of market rent are developed regularly for market stud... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor15th September 2008
Comparable sales of improved properties can be utilized to estimate the market value of land in fully built-up areas. For example, consider an area near downtown Boston which has been fully developed for over 200 years. It may be virtually impossible to l... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor15th September 2008
In the early to middle part of the 1990’s, the mortgage industry had the power to accurately and effectively evaluate a borrower’s ability to repay.
Numerous tests were done by the 3 major credit institutions, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and Ginnie Ma... Read >
Author: Frank08th September 2008
Market Rent Analysis
Market rent analyses evaluate the subject property, competing properties, and market conditions to document an equitable level of rent in an arm’s length transaction. Estimates of market rent are developed regularly for market st... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor08th September 2008
Market Rent Analysis
Market rent analyses evaluate the subject property, competing properties, and market conditions to document an equitable level of rent in an arm’s length transaction. Estimates of market rent are developed regularly for market st... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor08th September 2008
Market Study Fundamentals
Market studies are performed to evaluate real estate market conditions with regard to an existing or proposed property. The focus of a market study details competition within the submarket, the strength or weakness of the subm... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor08th September 2008
Harris County Appraisal District estimates the market value for 1.6 million parcels of real estate with a staff of about 150 appraisers. That's an average of over 10,000 parcels per appraiser per year! While they value a large number of properties annuall... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor08th September 2008
Market Study Fundamentals
Market studies are performed to evaluate real estate market conditions with regard to an existing or proposed property. The focus of a market study details competition within the submarket, the strength or weakness of the subm... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor08th September 2008
Market Rent Analysis
Market rent analyses evaluate the subject property, competing properties, and market conditions to document an equitable level of rent in an arm’s length transaction. Estimates of market rent are developed regularly for market st... Read >
Author: PatrickO'Connor30th August 2008
Condemnation appraisals
Condemnation appraisals differ in many ways from typical market value assignments. In condemnation appraisals, appraisers often cannot consider the best comparable sales (if they were purchased by the condemning authority) and c... Read >
Author: Patrick O'Connor18th August 2008
This document is intended to help you understand and deal with the risks involved in a real estate transaction in Italy.
Although the Italian legislation can be very effective in protecting real estate investments, a large number of investors experience ... Read >
Author: Priya Singh17th August 2008
This document is intended to help you understand and deal with the risks involved in a real estate transaction in Italy.
Although the Italian legislation can be very effective in protecting real estate investments, a large number of investors experience ... Read >
Author: Priya Singh07th July 2008
Market Rent Analysis
Market rent analyses evaluate the subject property, competing properties, and market conditions to document an equitable level of rent in an arm’s length transaction. Estimates of market rent are developed regularly for market stud... Read >
Author: Patrick O'Connor26th June 2008
Getting a commercial loan for an apartment building is considered one of the easier loans to get with respect to other investment properties. This is due to the fact that commercial lenders focus primarily on the subject property as the repayment source w... Read >
Author: John05th June 2008
The Approaches to Establishing Property ValueSales Comparison ApproachThe sales comparison approach is used at property tax hearings for houses, land and owner-occupied buildings. It is sometimes used for income properties as a secondary method of valuati... Read >
Author: Patrick O'Connor20th May 2008
There are essentially two options for borrowers seeking commercial rehab loans for commercial construction projects - traditional construction loans or commercial hard money (aka private money). Both options have their pros and cons though.
The main be... Read >
Author: Chris Carter29th April 2008
If you’ve found your dream home, get excited! Buying in British Columbia is one of the best financial decisions you could make. Take a sigh of relief and crack the Champagne because it’s all over! Wrong. The deal isn’t done until you’ve moved ... Read >
Author: bchousingnetwork16th April 2008
The other day I had a call from an investor friend who asked how I determine values in this crazy market. The first thing to do is to pull the comparable property sales. Comparable property sales are properties that are as close to the subject property ... Read >
Author: Lou Castillo10th April 2008
HUD Rent Comparability Studies
HUD rent comparability studies are used to determine rent for Section 8 apartment units and in conjunction with the HUD “Mark to Market” program.
Requirements for preparing HUD Rent Comparability studies are volu... Read >
Author: Patrick O'Connor08th April 2008
HUD rent comparability studies are used to determine rent for Section 8 apartment units and in conjunction with the HUD “Mark to Market” program.
Requirements for preparing HUD Rent Comparability studies are voluminous and strict. HUD Rent Compara... Read >
Author: Patrick O'Connor01st April 2008
When you are looking for a loan from a Colorado mortgage lender, they take in a variety of factors to determine what the best Colorado mortgage interest rate they can provide you in your quote for a Colorado mortgage loan.
What factors impact your Colo... Read >
Author: Americanmortgage27th March 2008
1. This property will use as owner occupied or Investment- it's very important question because it will effect the interest rate and the Loan program.
2.Do I have all the current operating statements and Rent Roll, if you don't have them work on it fast-... Read >
Author: Yanni Raz25th March 2008
FHA offers down payment assistance programs that make this loan extremely friendly to buyers with little cash for a down payment. Even with out the gift or grant programs a buyer can usually get an FHA loan with as little as a 3% contribution toward closi... Read >
Author: Connie Sanders26th February 2008
Insurance Valuation
Insurance Valuation can guarantee the property owner has adequate insurance and is not paying for excessive coverage. A property loss can be a devastating experience even when fully insured. Incurring a loss when inadequately insured... Read >
Author: Patrick O'Connor05th February 2008
Harris County Appraisal District estimates the market value for 1.6 million parcels of real estate with a staff of about 150 appraisers. That's an average of over 10,000 parcels per appraiser per year! While they value a large number of properties annuall... Read >
Author: Patrick O'Connor25th January 2008
If you are selling your home with OR without a real estate agent you should get an appraisal before you decide on the selling price. An agent's market analysis will get you in the ballpark, but do you really want to stumble around in the dark with your h... Read >
Author: Connie Sanders23rd January 2008
Decide to Buy
The first step in buying a house is to try and understand what you hope to achieve. When you begin to think about buying a new house, there are many questions you should ask yourself such as: Why do I want to move? How soon do I want to mov... Read >
Author: Joe Cline - Austin Texas Real Estate Broker03rd October 2007
There are three basic types of appraisals: sales comparison, cost, and income capitalization. * Sales Comparison: the sales comparison method estimates a property’s value by comparing it to similar properties that recently sold in the area. Those ... Read >
Author: Shortsaleexpert21st September 2007
Just the other day my partner and I where showing a new client homes in the Highlands neighborhood in Denver CO. The Highlands neighborhood is a very desirable neighborhood in the Denver real estate market, due to the bungalow style homes, urban feel, lo... Read >
Author: Damon Chavez18th September 2007
Business Valuation / Business Enterprise AppraisalsBusiness valuations are performed using methodology similar to the process for real estate appraisals. However in business valuation, the data sources are different. Further, there are nuances in the form... Read >
Author: Patrick O'Connor27th March 2007
When it comes to finding private money for real estate investing, some folks are sitting on a goldmine and don’t even know it. Read on to discover what this goldmine is, and if you're sitting on one yourself.
Think about this… if you have retiremen... Read >
Author: Tom Dunn17th November 2006
A timeshare is the name given to piece of real estate where a number of individuals share ownership in the subject property. As opposed to a standard home where an individual or, for example, a husband and wife share ownership, a timeshare is almost alway... Read >
Author: Sandeep15th November 2006
In the world of commercial real estate, not all appraisers are considered equal. It takes a certain expertise and knowledge to correctly appraise commercial property, and not just anybody is qualified. There are two types of appraisers, a fee appraiser an... Read >
Author: Tony Seruga, Yolanda Seruga and Yolanda Bishop05th July 2006
It is often difficult to price a property that you are going to sell, or evaluate the value of a property that you are going to purchase. Comparable sales, or comps, are the best tools that commercial real estate brokers, agents and investors have to dete... Read >
Author: Tony Seruga, Yolanda Seruga and Yolanda Bishop29th June 2006
As a commercial real estate insider, you will need to evaluate income producing properties. You do this by analyzing the income and expense sheets of the subject property in which you are interested.
Income and expense sheets do not involve fancy finan... Read >
Author: Tony Seruga, Yolanda Seruga and Yolanda Bishop08th June 2006
Robbery
Robbery is a felony, punishable by a term in state or federal prison. Robbery is the direct taking of property, including money from a person through force, threat or intimidation. "Armed robbery" involves the use of a gun or other weapon whic... Read >
Author: Darren Kavinoky15th February 2006
Generally, real estate are considered heterogeneous products. Each and every property has its own specific traits which NO OTHER UNIT possesses. Properties are not like mp3 players or clothings and apparels where the products within a single batch all off... Read >
Author: itrealtor itrealtor31st August 2005
We probably answer this question for someone a couple times every week. The problem is that they don't have a good formula for determining the most they can pay and still make a profit so they're scared to make any offer. Here's what we use for single f... Read >
Author: Lou Castillo
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