Peter G. Miller / 27 May 2019 / Reprinted from Think Realty The battle for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac – so-called government-sponsored enterprises or GSEs – involves two hugely profitable companies and what will become of them. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are in play and with them the financial heart of the real estate marketplace. As they evolve – if they evolve – … [Read more...]
Land Contracts Explained
September 29, 2017, BY BOB BULLINGER If a person wants to buy a home but lacks the qualifications to qualify for a traditional mortgage, or lenders choose to not lend in the lower price band markets common in many areas of the Mid West or South, signing a Land Contract is another option for purchasing property. A Land Contract is a written agreement between the seller of the property and a … [Read more...]
Top 3 Owner Financing Myths
Owner financing has once again gained popularity as mortgage approvals prove hard to obtain. The installment sale is being pulled out of the toolbox as an alternative financing method to conventional loans. As the owner financing method becomes a frequent topic among real estate agents, investors, and discussion boards there are inevitably some misconceptions being perpetuated. These three … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Owners Offer Seller Financing
Why would a seller allow a buyer to make payments over time for the purchase of property? Wouldn't the seller rather get paid now and require the buyer to obtain a bank loan? Here are 5 reasons property owners offer seller financing: 1. Reduced Marketing Times What is the first thing a real estate agent does when property is not moving and has been on the market for 60 to 90 days? They … [Read more...]
Avoid Three Seller Financing Mistakes
Would you rather have $97,000 to sell your $100,000 note or only $80,000? The difference in usually comes down to the big three. Here’s the three biggest mistakes note sellers make and how to avoid flushing money down the drain. Mistake #1 – Failing to Check Credit The payer’s credit report lets you know how timely they have paid bills in the past. This is a good indicator of how they will pay on … [Read more...]