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renters: What two questions can you ask at an investment property you show to your buyer, that can earn you $5,000? - 01/23/10 07:32 AM

By Todd Clark (Broker/Sales Coach) 503-524-9494

So, since I got your attention and you want to know what the questions are then how could I not tell you? But, first let me tell you how and why it is so important to ask these questions. The questions needs be asked in such a way that you don’t come across as a salesman, yet, you need to be trying to build your business at all times.

So, here are the questions to ask at any investment property you show. Wow, this is a great home, so you are the … (18 comments)

renters: When the banks take forever on offers who really loses? This time it will be the bank! - 12/14/09 04:02 PM

By Todd Clark (Broker/Sales Coach) 503-524-9494

I've had this home listed for over a year now, we have had 8 really good offers and one that was even cash and wanted to close in 5 days, but the bank decided they wanted to think about it. Everyone of those buyers walked, but not this last one, he stuck it out for over 4 months. But, the bank once again took their sweet time.

This home had a renter that really made it difficult to show and I would say we lost at least 100 showings because of the … (15 comments)

renters: Can this plan “Save our economy”? - 01/28/09 01:25 AM

Can our economy be saved by a mortgage holiday? This is the plan devised by two Portland, Oregon, businessmen. A local jewelry store and a high end hotel owner, together, came up with a plan that they say will stop foreclosures, stimulate the economy, and get this country back on track.
Their plan is actually ok, but I do see a lot of jobs being lost by it. It would eliminate the need for collectors, and short sale and foreclosure departments for the next year. Their idea would be to have a one year mortgage holiday for all mortgages in the … (13 comments)

renters: How to Make Your Investment Property Work for You - 01/17/07 04:02 AM
Do you own an investment property? Do you ever worry about how you are going to make money with that property? Most investors think the only way to make money is the rent. This is just not the truth! If you have a real estate agent that is telling you this property will make you money for years to come is doing you a disservice. YOU can make up to 19% on your investment property without ANY money out of pocket!Most owners of rental property only look at the money they bring in each month. This is not the way to … (2 comments)

renters: Time to Think About Those Pipes - 01/16/07 08:04 AM
Right now you are thinking it isn't time to insulate pipes. In reality, it is the perfect time. It isn't freezing yet and it is easier to get under the house when it is dry. There are two ways that pipes can be insulated. The first involves insulating tape and the second involves a foam product.

Here are some simple instructions for either method. (If in the process you should find any leaks, call a plumber immediately)
Insulating Tape is wrapped like a bandage around the pipes The pipes must be completely covered with no gapes.
Pre-cut insulation foam … (2 comments)

renters: How To Make More From Your Rental Property - 01/11/07 02:56 PM

Do you own a rental property? Or are you thinking of owning one? Ever worry about how to increase your profits without losing renters? You can make more money every month without raising the rent! Now your thinking about it, aren't you? Let me give you just a few suggestions that may help increase your profit each month without losing those renters.



Do you have a washer and dryer hookup? Most renters don't have the money to buy a washer and dryer, so they end up driving to the local coin-op. How about contract with a local … (0 comments)

renters: The Home Owners Advantage - 01/10/07 04:03 PM


As a renter you are paying someone else's mortgage for them. As a home owner the money you put toward you home builds equity in your future as well as your home. Not only do get the equity that is built every month you pay, you also get the equity built up by appreciation it the homes value. Now let us look at the value you get with home ownership through taxes. If your rent is $850 a month you get NO tax deduction. (Unless you run a business out of your home) Now if you were to buy … (0 comments)

 
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