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strategic equity: Would You Rather Spend $6 to Save $4 or Spend $4 to Earn $6? - 11/28/07 01:57 PM
When you look at these numbers, it doesn't seem to really matter, does it?  After all it is only a difference of a couple of dollars.  Yet, look closer and you will see that in the first scenario you are losing $2 while in the second scenario you are gaining $2.  OK, still small potatoes, but now it is $4 (a fancy cup of coffee at Starbuck's). 
Think it is still no big deal? 
OK, let's multiply that by 1,000.  Still think it is small potatoes? 
Now, let's compound the problem over 30 years.  The difference clearly gets magnified over time.  … (5 comments)

strategic equity: Is Your "Lost Home Equity" Working for You? - 09/18/07 11:22 AM
I am sure you are asking yourself, "what the heck is this guy talking about?"  Well, if you have been focusing on paying off your mortgage, you probably have no clue.  Here is what I am talking about.
You may have missed this stat recently released...US 2Q Homeowner's Equity Falls to 13 Year Low.  Surprised?  You shouldn't be.  With all of the recent gains in real estate over the last several years, many homeowners have rushed to cash in some of that equity.  Most, unfortunately, went out and spent it or otherwise failed to receive the benefits of proper utilization of that … (0 comments)

strategic equity: You Want to Own Your Own Home, But Do You Own it the Right Way? (Part 1) - 06/06/07 10:39 AM
Most Americans think the same way and do not realize the old way of getting a mortgage is the wrong way to get the mortgage.  They need to realize that things change and we need to change with them to take full advantage of the opportunities we can receive.
Let's take a look at two individuals that are in the same situation.  There names are Stan and Tom.  They both currently earn $75,000 per year and have $50,000 in cash.  They both go out and buy $250,000 homes.  Tom wants to minimize his mortgage, so he uses his $50,000 in savings as … (3 comments)

 
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