Real Estate Journal

Through this Journal, walk with us, as we go through the various activities in the real estate industry, see through the unique characteristics of each parcel of land, the valuation of real estate and how transactions are facilitated. Initially, find out the activities that make up the real estate industry:
Appraisal- a valuation service carried out [...]

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There’s been bad news brewing in the US real estate market. Instead moaning about it, one should rise above this problem and do something about it. So how does one sell despite the doom and gloom around us? According to Jennifer Allan, real estate broker, author and consultant, here are tips on making sure that [...]

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It sure would be if you manage to always hit the earnings button. But as we all know, this always isn’t the case for there are too many hidden factors that may affect the outcome of any project, but hey that’s part of the business. Recognizing a property that has potential is the first key [...]

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Think of/ask the following before you sign on the dotted line

A thorough inspection of the prospective unit to rent revealed a few problems. Use this or these to negotiate for a lower rent saying you will be spending your own money to make up for [...]

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When going to buy or sell a home, your first step should be finding an honest and hard-working realtor. You can find a real estate agent by keeping an eye out for advertisements, calling your local real estate broker, or through the internet.
The role of a real estate agent [...]

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Is non-refundable earnest money good or bad? Yo will say, it is terrific if you are a seller. But what if you are a buyer? It’s far less exciting if you are a buyer.
Sometimes, problems arise from the use of non-refundable earnest mone.
For instance, what if the home inspection shows significant problens that the seller [...]

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Real estate investing is hard. Anytime you place your hard earned money into something, it’s a bit of risk. Is investing in the US real estate market, profitable these days? Not yet, but as it was reported before, this is just a cycle and the market will rise again.
In the meantime, check out the following [...]

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For those with poor credit history and those who cannot outright buy a residential property, the best selection for you would be the lease option. It’s like rent-to-own, but you’re still given the option to either rent or buy the property.
Here are the benefits:
For landlord or investors, the rental that he or she will [...]

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When it’s time to go, it’s time to go. However, it’s up to you on how you’ll go out. I’m talking about leaving the house because of foreclosure: are you leaving it with enough money or not? Naturally, you’d choose the latter, but how do you do that? You sell the house before the foreclosure [...]

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A $150 billion 2008 Economic Stimulus Package was supposed to have jump started the flagging economy, but a lot of people still find it difficult to understand why another $150 billion has to go to the country’s national debt. The new law provides for the expansion of loan limits for “conforming” loans that are beyond [...]

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