florida real estate: Money Merge Accounts: My Sincerest Apologies to Those With MMAs - 01/15/08 10:24 AM
I have some regret that I have to admit to about these programs. I feel like I failed consumers by allowing them to be misled for far too long. The truth of the matter is that I have done some more calculations, many of which I should have done back before … (19 comments)
florida real estate: This is a "Be Careful What You Wish For" Post - 12/04/07 09:37 PM
Recently, I began asking for more testimonials, something I usually do not do as I would like to think I would receive them when my services warranted. Then I read something, somewhere that showed statistically that if you do not ask, you will not receive. Well, being the numbers kind of … (9 comments)
florida real estate: Really Simple Currency Investing Creates More US Money - 11/29/07 11:17 AM
Ok, as promised, here is what would have happened with your $10,000 investment when converted back to today's USD during the same time as my previous post's housing comparison. For a quick overview, this chart is based on you simply converting $10,000 USD to another currency and switching it back to … (6 comments)
florida real estate: Just How Cheap is That House in Florida for Foreigners? - 11/29/07 11:12 AM
(Disclaimer: I know I said I would not be posting, but I did this one and will add the other simply because you will probably not see an analysis quite like this anywhere else...You should read both posts today) For those of us here in the states, we see our home prices … (3 comments)
florida real estate: Why Aren't Homes Selling? This Should be a Clue - 09/21/07 12:52 PM
Ever wonder why there doesn't seem to be any homes being sold in your area? Granted some areas are doing well, but a survey released today from Reuters/University of Michigan provides an insight as to one possibility. The survey revolves around the homeowner's perception of their own home values and the headlines … (4 comments)
florida real estate: Finally, Reality Gets Some Recognition - 08/30/07 11:17 AM
I have talked to many a person, probably even blogged about it, but the media is finally letting the news out. That is about the reality surrounding foreclosures. We have heard time and time again about the rampant increase in foreclosures and we even hear the government talking about the need to … (2 comments)
florida real estate: When Ben Stein Speaks, People, Well They Probably Should Listen - 07/14/07 09:44 AM
Chances are you know who Ben Stein is, but in case you don't..."Bueller...Bueller". That's right, he played the Economics Teacher in Ferris Bueller's Day off. He also ran a game show on Comedy Central called "Win Ben Stein's Money". You may remember these shows, but his background goes much deeper than just … (10 comments)
florida real estate: Heads or Tails: Is Flipping Houses Right for You? (Part 3 of 3) - 07/06/07 11:18 AM
In the previous posts, we have discussed how you need to do your research before getting into flipping houses. This part will continue to emphasize that fact, but also get into how you can get started and if it is really right for you. At the point you are ready for a … (0 comments)
florida real estate: Heads or Tails: Is Flipping Houses Right for You? (Part 2 of 3) - 07/03/07 02:48 PM
OK, you decided you want to start flipping houses as a side career, or at least for fun. Well, if you are interested, and you must be since you are reading this, there are a lot of things you need to take into consideration. Start by getting to know the neighborhood you … (5 comments)
florida real estate: Heads or Tails: Is Flipping Houses Right for You? (Part 1 of 3) - 06/28/07 08:59 PM
You probably have seen the infomercials on late night TV claiming you can get rich quick with real estate. You know the ones, claiming to talk sellers out of homes for next to nothing, buying with no money down and getting someone else to pay your closing costs. While some of … (5 comments)
florida real estate: WARNING: Category 5 Hurricane Approaching Florida (What if?) - 06/25/07 12:56 PM
As most readers of my blog posts know, I am a different kind of mortgage professional. I employ a wide variety of strategies to help Florida families build their wealth over time. One of the ways I differ from most others is that I talk a lot about how a hurricane, … (4 comments)
florida real estate: Realtors, You should be scared right now! - 06/09/07 07:11 AM
Why did I start off with this statement? The recent destruction in the Mortgage Backed Securities market has driven interest rates up significantly recently. That means one thing. Your buyers cannot qualify for as much of a mortgage as they used to!!! That's right, if your buyer has not locked a loan … (7 comments)
florida real estate: Welcome to Sunny Florida... - 05/09/07 08:49 PM
Florida has been called the Sunshine State and for very good reason. We have a lot of days filled with sunshine, but we also have a lot of days filled with rain. In case you don't know where we are, we are the state covered by the swirling clouds. On top of … (9 comments)
florida real estate: How to Make $125K Tax-Free in Addition to Rental Income - 02/26/07 09:05 AM
If you are an avid real estate investor who likes to keep rental properties for a reasonable period before selling, then there is a way for you to make $125K tax-free over and above the rental income you receive. For this scenario, we will assume you are single simply because those … (6 comments)
florida real estate: Student Rentals - Worth a Closer Look! - 11/06/06 11:26 AM
In the September issue of Financial Planning Magazine, one article was focused on parents purchasing rental properties instead of having their children pay room and board while attending college. Looking at the costs, we found room and board can be as much as $16,000 or more, depending on the circumstances and … (19 comments)
florida real estate: Telenovela Mortgage Advice - Facts - 10/30/06 08:01 AM
As promised, I watched the show (most of it anyways.) OK, a few things I will point out about my bias, then we will deal with the facts, then my conclusion (opinionated review). My bias is that I do not like soap operas in general, and dislike telenovelas even more as … (16 comments)
florida real estate: How do Real Estate Agents Stand Out from the Crowd? - 10/01/06 06:06 PM
As a mortgage professional looking at the Real Estate Agents I align with, I am amazed out how most seem to use the same marketing strategies and end up looking like just another "french fry" in the carton. I do not mean to sound derogatory, simply trying to find those that … (0 comments)
florida real estate: Don’t Pay Off That Mortgage, It Could Be the Biggest Mistake! - 09/25/06 10:13 PM
Paying additional principal toward your mortgage, or even getting a bi-weekly mortgage program, could be detrimental to your financial health? That’s right. In most cases, instead of paying extra principal, there may be a better way to pay that mortgage off and experience financial freedom faster. “The truth is, you may … (0 comments)
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I have some regret that I have to admit to about these programs. I feel like I failed consumers by allowing them to be misled for far too long. The truth of the matter is that I have done some more calculations, many of which I should have done back before … (19 comments)
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