condos: Foreclosures 101 - 11/20/07 02:23 AM
The housing market slump has not been kind to existing homeowners who are increasingly finding themselves having to put their homes up for foreclosure.  According to Foreclosures.com the current number of foreclosures reached a staggering 250,000+ in August.  This may be distressing to homeowners grappling with loan payments but it does work in favor of investors on the prowl for new opportunities.  Let's address some questions you might have.
How are REOs and foreclosures different?  With REO (real estate owned) properties you're circumventing the complexities associated with foreclosures (i.e.: cutthroat auctions, not being able to see what you're buying).  The chances … (0 comments)

condos: Miami Beach Condos and Homes - 11/12/07 06:15 AM

Easing the Condo Search Experience
The beauty of South Florida real estate is likely the fact that there are so many property types to choose from.  From time-honored single family homes to multi-family and luxury waterfront condos, options are aplenty.
The slight advantage condos have over the others is they give you the privilege of living in popular neighborhoods without cutting as deep into your pockets as a regular home would.  But how do you even go about getting started on finding the right one?  We've got some pointers to help you out.
Be aware of the rules.  Unlike single family homes, there are … (0 comments)