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Fix and Flip Loans with Hard Money Lenders

By | August 23rd, 2013|

Considering a fix and flip loan with a hard money lender? Think carefully about the double-digit interest rate before signing on. Q: I enjoyed reading your story about on how distressed property REO investments may undermine housing markets. I am the marketing director at a leading hard money lender to residential real estate investors in [...]

Four Tips to Avoiding Vacation Rental Scams

By | August 21st, 2013|

You can do nearly everything online these days, including booking the vacation of your dreams. Whether it’s a long journey around the world or a short trip to a tropical beach, finding a hotel, car and plane ticket can be done with a simple click of your mouse. The Internet has also made it easy [...]

Inheriting a Timeshare: Should You Sell It?

By | August 17th, 2013|

Inheriting a timeshare and wondering if you should sell it? Check with an estate attorney to see if you can sell the timeshare. By: Ilyce Glink and Samuel Tamkin Q: I just read an article from 2011 on thinkglink.com where you answered a timeshare question. In that question, you said that if a person died [...]

Options for Underwater Homes: When Filing for Bankruptcy Makes Sense

By | August 17th, 2013|

Wondering about options available for underwater homes? If the bank denies a short sale, you may have to file for bankruptcy. Q: My husband and I purchased a condotel unit in Hawaii in 2006 and the property is way under the water now. We have been trying very hard to keep up with mortgage and [...]

What to Expect When Buying a Short Sale Home

By | August 16th, 2013|

When buying a short sale home, you should know what to expect. If you're having issues with buying a short sale, you can file a complaint. By: Ilyce Glink and Samuel Tamkin Q: We have been trying to buy a short sale for over a year and due to so many errors by Freddie Mac [...]

Help! How Can I Stop My Yard From Flooding?

By | August 16th, 2013|

If you want to know how you can stop your yard from flooding, talk to a landscape designer or the local municipality.  Q: I am trying to figure out who is responsible for the flooding and damage that is happening to my property due to runoff from the road. I am hoping that you could [...]

The Best Markets for Real Estate Investing Today

By | August 16th, 2013|

Real estate investing can be a tough business. More than one investor has learned the hard way that buying real estate with appreciation foremost in mind is not the way to go. Either you lose money or you don’t make as much as you would have made if you followed the long-term buy-and-hold approach most [...]

How to Take Legal Action Against a Contractor

By | August 10th, 2013|

Knowing how to take legal action against a contractor can be complicated. To avoid problems, do a lot of research before hiring a contractor. Q: I’d like to find out what legal actions I can take against contractors. I purchased a home that was a fixer-upper and hired a contractor to do the work, but [...]

Should I Pay off My Mortgage or Invest in Retirement?

By | August 10th, 2013|

Deciding whether to pay off your mortgage or invest in retirement is a common question. Try paying your mortgage with existing funds. By: Ilyce Glink and Samuel Tamkin Q: My husband and I bought a new house a few years ago and are getting ready to sell our old house. With the sale of the [...]

When Can I Refinance After a Short Sale?

By | August 9th, 2013|

Knowing when you can refinance after a short sale is crucial. Generally you will wait two to three years before getting a new loan approved. By: Ilyce Glink and Samuel Tamkin Q: Thanks for all the good information you provide. About 18 months ago, I sold short an investment property. I would like to refinance [...]

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