The Difference Between Contingent and Pending
From time to time the terms "contingent" and "pending" are used interchangeably in a real estate transaction. While they have similar meanings, they are unique.
February 28, 2023
February 17, 2023
What’s the Difference Between a Comparable Market Analysis and an Appraisal?
There are two ways in which home values can be estimated by real estate professionals. A comparable market analysis can be prepared, or an appraisal can be performed.
February 14, 2023
What’s the Difference Between a Title and a Deed?
There are many terms used in real estate transactions that home buyers and sellers may not completely understand. The terms title and deed often fall into that category.
February 07, 2023
Purchasing & Developing Land - Part 5 - Reselling It - Raw or Developed
Owning raw land has real potential along with its share of pitfalls. Whether you decide to hold it and sell when real property values climb or -- alternatively -- develop the lot to convey at a higher price, you are subject to forces of market, timing and competition.
February 03, 2023
Purchasing & Developing Land - Part 4 - Zoning & Permitting for Development
Having bought and assumed ownership of a raw land lot (or lots), the new owner faces the challenge posed by local rules and regulations. Ideally, this comes as no surprise and the owner is prepared to do what is necessary to bring the property into legal compliance.
January 31, 2023
Purchasing & Developing Land - Part 3 - How to Pay For It
Having identified a parcel of vacant land -- and negotiated a purchase contract with the seller -- the investor in raw land is now at the point where financing becomes the issue.
January 29, 2023
Purchasing & Developing Land - Part 2 - The Process of Purchasing Land
In the first installment of this series, we looked at the advantages of raw land as an investment as well as the ways an investor might go about locating such parcels. Once a suitable piece of vacant land becomes available, a prospective buyer must then determine what price is worth the acquisition.
January 24, 2023
Purchasing & Developing Land - Part 1 - Finding Land to Purchase
Acquiring raw land for income purposes may not be the most glamorous area of real estate investment but -- for the discerning and dedicated -- it can be a lucrative one, nevertheless.
January 20, 2023
Keeping Your Valuables Safe When Selling Your Home
When it comes time to sell your home, you should make it a priority to keep your valuables safe.