Investing Archive

Greed in Real Estate Collusion and corruption drive a short sale deal to the corner of Third and Q at the Avenues in Salt Lake City. That is what happens when people buy goods without …

Times are tough. It can be a little difficult these days to scrape together any extra money after all the needed payments go out. If it is only possible to set aside 100 dollars each …

To answer the question of the best way to invest your money for the long-term, it’s necessary to first define the two terms, “long-term” and “invest.” First, in the world of investing, the long-term is generally considered …

When considering a 1030 exchange on your real estate investment, there are a few crucial rules to apply. First off, a 1030 exchange is a exchange of “like kind’ properties, deferring the capital gains taxes …

1031 Exchange A 1031 exchange is a strategy used to eliminate the payment of capital gains taxes from selling a real estate property used for investment or for “productive use” in a business or trade. …

Traders and Timing. I have been taking a closer look at timing particularly when entering the stock mark and also on leaving, but more on that later. Timing very much depends on what sort of …

In a world of limited resources, deciding what investment will produce the greatest return can be difficult. One of the first things to consider when looking at an investment, is will it increase in value? …

Finding a good investment broker is an important consideration, especially for those who are new to the stock market and all its potential downfalls and complexities.  Simply stated, an investment broker is someone who connects …

Section 8 is a program that helps the poor pay a part of their rent, so that the poor can afford to live in decent housing. It offers assistance that helps many from becoming homeless. …

Foreclosed homes can be a risky business. This is especially true for anyone that is not already aware of the potential pitfalls. In many cases the homes have not been updated or repaired when needed. …

Real estate investing offers many advantages.  However, before you can invest in a piece of real estate, you have to be able to find a piece worth your investment dollars.  Local real estate agents have …

Investing to win in 2007 is entirely possible! The first thing you want to do is identify what you are goig to consider a win. If you just want to make more money than you …

Housing. This was the preferred investment of many whether rich or poor for the past few years. However, as in anything else good times come to end. Many have made fortunes by taking advantage of …

College can be a stressful and strenuous time for any student that is looking to better themselves and lay the foundations for a future career path. This stress is only furthering given the fact that …

In today’s petroleum-dependent economy, oil prices are not just one among a great many commodities, but a vital indicator of overall economic performance. Rising oil prices can in some cases pose as great a threat …

Investing in Multi-Family Real Estate: Buying an Apartment Building in a College Town … The Pros, The Cons … As you contemplate the purchase of multi-family real estate, you will want to closely consider the …

Real estate investment is a great way for you to start to build a high net worth. However, like most investments, there is much to analyze and much to consider before jumping into a real …

Most people experience real estate investing for the first time by either renting out their residence when they move or investing in Single Family Residences (SFR). However, once you get over the beginner’s learning curve, …

The best way to “invest to win” is to go in with the idea that you’re here for the long-term, and you want things that will make you money in the long-term. Let’s face it, …

Being a product of the ’80’s, I always love to quote Gordon Gecko, Michael Douglas’s character in the 1987 movie “Wall Street”. If you are a fan, you will remember Gecko addresses the stockholders of …

WHY YOU DON’T NEED MUCH MONEY TO START INVESTING You can invest small amounts of money surprisingly easily – and profitably. Small investors have more options that ever. Small investors are welcome in employer sponsored …

How Do 1031 Deferred Exchanges Work? It seems that no matter what you do with your money or where you put it, the government wants some part of it. You can’t even buy a cheap …

Finding the right place to vacation is a little tricky, especially if you have a family of four or more. The world today is always on the go and with the gas prices, the food …

Investing in rental properties can generate income if done properly. According to CNN, mortgage rates are at their lowest in past 40 years and there is an abundance of cheap homes available. Therefore, it is …

As interest rates continue to fluctuate and create a vacuum of negativity, with lenders and borrowers experiencing the sharp end of the credit crisis, causing more industries to feel the uneasiness of a sluggish economy, …

The answer is never. It is never to young to invest. Just like everything habit we have developed over our lifetime, those that we developed early are most strongly woven into our lives. If you …

A multifamily home is a building composed of numerous living units.  Duplexes, triplexes, and town homes, are common examples of multifamily homes.  If you have never invested in real estate, multifamily homes may be a …

Understanding leases In this brief chapter we are going to discuss conventional lease contracts because it is a very important part of putting together a lease option. Most authors, teachers and mentors of lease options …

You think you have what it takes to be an investor? Well, today is your lucky day. Believe it or not most self made billionaires started small. You don’t to spend a lot of money …

Five Secrets to Finding Deals in Real Estate Recently I read an article about motivated sellers. When people are facing a death in the family, divorce, job transfer, and financial stress, it would make sense …