Investing in California real estate is a challenging market for seasoned investors, let alone those new to the practice. The Golden State has been in a downward spiral of foreclosure takeovers since the banking crisis. However, this has opened the doors for investors to buy properties well below market value. Investing in California real estate can be a profitable practice […]

Creative Financing When a Commercial Real Estate Investor is looking to purchase an income-producing property using any number of creative financing methods, one of the most important keys to their success is their ability to provide adequate and verifiable proof of funds – POF – for both the seller as for the lender. Funds verification can enhance investors’ credibility with […]

In Los Angeles real estate circles, everyone talks about Highland Park. Like other northeast Los Angeles neighborhoods like Silver Lake, Eagle Rock, and Mt. Washington, Highland Park is in a state of gentrification as new shops and restaurants pop up on York Blvd. and homes are being bought and restored. As a result, homes in Highland Park are in demand […]

You can start your own business, work for yourself and earn quite a bit of money, if you have a tractor to use and a trailer to pull. You can also rent a tractor on a trailer at the beginning of your business, at your local rental yard, and ask for a special discount, since you will be renting more […]

If you’ve ever watched the PBS series Antiques Roadshow, you know that some people have precious treasures hidden in plain sight. It’s amazing to see the priceless items that people have hidden in their attics, basements, and even on their walls; everything is a treasure waiting for the right person to arrive. These are some of the rarest and most […]

Developing your financial intelligence allows you to plan for money, and when the money starts coming in, you’ll know how to manage it very well. Your financial intelligence, if well in place, can make you know how to identify a good deal in the stock market and in Real Estate as well. If you spend your time learning about the […]

These days, even a quick search to buy timeshares online will bring up articles and forums discussing timeshares for sale for $1. Why are timeshares available at such crazy discounts (sometimes priced from $1 to $100)? Is it a good idea to buy timeshares from owners on FSBO sites? As licensed timeshare brokers, we are prone to being a bit […]

If you’re having trouble selling your home, ask yourself these simple questions. What options have I tried? What are my circumstances? How does it look? How do I price my house? Let’s start with the first question: What options have I tried? Most people who initially list their home for sale do so with a real estate agent. However, there […]

Do you remember the lyrics of Peggy Lee’s song – Is That All There Is? Investors will often shake their heads in amazement after meeting with a financial planner who talks about “diversification” and “not putting all your eggs in one basket.” Great concepts, but what about something beyond stocks, bonds, and mutual funds? Well, as the announcer says at […]

Hurricane shutters are the most economical therefore the most popular solution chosen by homeowners. However, hurricane impact windows and doors are also very popular due to the added benefits of comfort, improved security, better energy efficiency, soundproofing, and their attractiveness over blinds. The least expensive system is plywood or panels; These offer great protection, but are time consuming to install. […]