Finding good deals is crucial to successful investing. The best real estate deals are found when the seller is motivated, you can solve a problem and there is no competition. Here are 3 non conventional ways to find some of the best deals.
via Bigger Pockets.
The William J. Clinton Presidential Library on Friday released 42,000 more pages of memos and notes on Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan. In some documents from her time as the former president’s aide, Kagan pushed for a broader interpretation of religious freedom over state anti-discrimination laws.
Two Connecticut real estate agents found a way to profit in the U.S. housing bust: Buy low, sell fast. Their tactic was also illegal.
via Bloomberg.com.
U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan announced that nearly 8,000 homeless veterans will get permanent housing assistance through a HUD rental assistance program that connects homeless veterans from local Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMC) with rental assistance vouchers provided by local public housing agencies.
via RISMedia.
“Collections is the process of completing the sale,” according to Abe WalkingBear Sanchez. As the endorsed Credit Consultant to the 4,500 combined members of STAFDA and PEI trade organizations, he advises companies to make collection calls using a positive, sales-oriented approach.
I am often asked about the secrets of effective partnering, and wish that I had an answer where one size fits all. Regrettably, the perfect formula for a perfect partnership, in my opinion, does not exist. However, with a clear set of objectives and open (and honest) communication, along with a clear written agreement, real estate partnerships can thrive and can help you to achieve your goals.
Trim the fat: Every job from dishwasher to president has its share of busy-work. This is work that has to be done, but could be completed by a well trained chimp. Keep in mind your best use of time. How many dollars per hour are you worth? Would you apply for a job as a laborer or secretary? If the answer is NO, then stop swinging a hammer or licking envelopes.
“But I thought cash flow, appreciation, principle pay down, those sorta things was what made your investments profitable. No?”
