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Negotiating bank-owned real estate bargains
November 25, 2005 EST | Real Estate
By James J. Saccacio, RealtyTrac Chief Executive Officer As housing costs continue to soar, more and more people are looking into the option of buying foreclosure properties. Some opt to look for properties in the early stages of default; others... [More...]
A foreclosure buyer’s guide to property repairs
November 20, 2005 EST | Real Estate
By Rick Sharga, Vice President of Marketing for RealtyTrac One of the most overlooked and underestimated expenses involved in the purchase of a home is the cost of repairs. Whether the problem is a defective part in an appliance, a... [More...]
The ins and outs of bidding and paying at a public foreclosure auction
November 20, 2005 EST | Real Estate
By Rick Sharga, Vice President of Marketing for RealtyTrac In the fast-paced foreclosures market, many sales are made at public auctions. While attending auctions can be a great way to purchase a property well below its market value, the process... [More...]
Before you buy a foreclosure property, do your homework!
November 20, 2005 EST | Real Estate
By Rick Sharga, Vice President of Marketing for RealtyTrac There are two words that give pause to the most motivated foreclosure buyer: due diligence. Those words mean researching all the risks involved in a property purchase, which in the past... [More...]
Five tips for buying a foreclosure property below market value
November 13, 2005 EST | Real Estate | Comments (0)
By Jim Saccacio, RealtyTrac Chief Executive Officer If you feel like the escalating costs of real estate have priced you out of the market, think again. It may be time to investigate the vast opportunities available in the foreclosures market.... [More...]
How to research an auction property - Buyers beware
November 13, 2005 EST | Real Estate | Comments (0)
By Rick Sharga, RealtyTrac Vice President of Marketing Buying a property at a public foreclosure auction is not for the faint at heart. It usually requires patience, persistence and a fair amount of cash, since most state foreclosure laws stipulate... [More...]
Understanding the ins and outs of purchasing a for-sale-by-owner property
November 13, 2005 EST | Real Estate | Comments (0)
By Rick Sharga, Vice President of Marketing for RealtyTrac In an era of ever-escalating home prices, the option of purchasing a For-Sale-by-Owner (FSBO) property seems attractive for cash-strapped home buyers. Most consumers make the assumption that the property will be... [More...]
Selling your home: By owner or with an agent?
November 10, 2005 EST | Real Estate
By James J. Saccacio, RealtyTrac Chief Executive Officer So, you’re finally ready to sell your home. Should you work with an agent to manage the sale, or go it alone? This is a question that all sellers face. With the... [More...]
Creating win-win situations with pre-foreclosure purchases
November 10, 2005 EST | Real Estate
By Jim Saccacio, RealtyTrac Chief Executive Officer When it comes to buying a home from a financially-distressed homeowner, many people conjure up the image of vultures swooping in on their helpless prey. And, sadly, there are more than a few... [More...]
Understanding and navigating your way through the foreclosures process
November 10, 2005 EST | Real Estate
By Rick Sharga, RealtyTrac Vice President of Marketing Foreclosure properties can be a terrific investment, or give home buyers a much more affordable option than traditional properties in this time of escalating prices. But, before you jump in assuming this... [More...]
Buying life insurance: One tip to save you thousands!
November 07, 2005 EST | Insurance | Comments (0)
A top life insurance tip to save some people 40% tax and ensure their policy pays out with the minimum of fuss. Only applies to the UK. It’s simple, always have your Life Insurance policy “Written in Trust”. This may... [More...]
Buying insurance online: is it a good idea?
November 07, 2005 EST | Insurance | Comments (0)
You’ll find the cheapest prices for life insurance on the Internet. But are there hidden complications and does low price come at the expense of quality? The Author explains how it is done and concludes that buying online certainly is... [More...]
Introduction to consumer credit
November 07, 2005 EST | Credit Reporting | Comments (0)
Consumer credit refers to credit in some form given to the consumers. It is a way of financing a client on condition of a deferred payment, at a later date or within a particular period of time. The businesses that... [More...]
