One of the unfortunate tenants of the human condition seems to be an unrelenting propensity for repeating the same mistakes over and over again. The reason this persists is because of the constant arrogance of people in positions of power who manage to convince themselves that “This time is different” when they try to ignore… Continue reading
Category: Real Estate
Cutting out all the noise – How to make sure your message is heard
On any given day, we are bombarded by messages. We don’t even need to leave the house. Radio. Television. Internet. Email. Phone. Mobile phone. Voicemail. Faxes. Just a few of the countless ways advertisers can contact us. But if we leave (the house), there is much more: Signs on the buses. Bus signs. More signs… Continue reading
How to achieve financial freedom with your home
The secret revealed on how you, too, could achieve financial freedom through ownership (and tell pension companies where to put their paltry, worthless ‘pensions’) Geoff Morris is a self-made real estate millionaire who made it in less than 18 months, even with a busy ‘day job’. He has written a series of articles to help… Continue reading
Rental Property Investing Tips: How to Start Property Investing
I was once told, “If you want to invest your money, you should invest in real estate, especially if you want to invest in something that only increases its value.” It has been shown to be a true statement. Call several local real estate offices and ask if they have any rental properties. You may… Continue reading
Time is running out fast for real estate bargain hunters
WARNING! If you really want to buy a home in 2010, you may not have much time left! With the 2007-2009 recession now a thing of the past, buyers are returning to the real estate market in droves. What most shoppers don’t realize, however, is that there are many forces working against them that could… Continue reading
Contractor, handyman or construction broker?
All homeowners need help around the house, from small repairs or fixes to renovations. But how can you determine what type of professional to hire? Here are some tips and differences in home improvement professionals to consider. Contractor vs. Handyman: Often, a contractor’s fee to handle small projects can be prohibitively expensive. A handyman typically… Continue reading
Fatal Attractions: The Most Dangerously Beautiful Places on Earth
For some reason, we are drawn to places that scare us. Therefore, these attractions are the dream of every adrenaline junkie. Devil’s Pool, Victoria Falls When David Livingstone finally saw this gigantic wall of water in the heart of Africa, he could only name it by the most majestic name in his repertoire: Victoria Falls.… Continue reading
How to build a cash flow model for your real estate investment property
Are you about to start investing in real estate? Or maybe you’ve already put your toe in the water, but want to learn more. Here’s an overview of the factors you should look at to project your potential return on an investment. Purchase Price: Obviously, the amount of money you pay for the property is… Continue reading
Villas for rent in Cyprus – Long term required
Long-term rental villas in Cyprus are popular with many different groups of potential tenants. There are some who have moved but are not in a position to buy their own property; these are preferred tenants, especially for Cypriot landlords, many of whom only rent to British clients, often for years. There is also a market… Continue reading
Five Reverse Mortgage Mortgage Scams to Watch Out For
By all accounts, reverse home mortgage growth is about to explode. Baby boomers are nearing retirement, and for most, home equity makes up the bulk of their savings. Reverse mortgages will be the tools that many of these retirees will use to take advantage of these savings for retirement living expenses. The number of new… Continue reading