Promissory notes are used to provide a written promise to pay with personal loans and bank financing. If the borrower defaults on their loan, the agreement is used to provide evidence that money is owed to the lender. Promissory notes can be used with virtually any type of loan. They are always attached to mortgage… Continue reading
Category: Real Estate
How to profit from wasteland without selling it
Well, now you bought that ideal piece of land that you always dreamed of. Maybe you are planning to build your retirement home there or maybe take the family camping. Now what? Tax bills will start rolling in and that could be a strain on your wallet. It’s not like a rental property where you… Continue reading
How do I become a property finder?
Being a finder/sourcing agent is one of the best ways to get started in real estate. The reason for this is twofold: First, you can charge a finder’s fee. This fee is normally set by you and varies depending on how much work you had to put into the deal. Second, you are gaining invaluable… Continue reading
How I started investing in Fixer Uppers
My wife and I took the leap into a more rewarding future in 2002, when we bought my first home to fix up, fixed it up, and rented it out. What motivated us to start home repair was the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. Funds for environmental projects, like the ones I worked on, were… Continue reading
Advantages of buying a house over renting
Many people are caught between the dilemma of whether to buy a home or rent it. The answers are not easy because the situation of each individual is different, and the answer can also vary depending on the purchase and rental rates that prevail in the market at any given time. However, with real estate… Continue reading
Renting a villa in Florida with an inground pool makes sense
In this economy where every dollar must be spent wisely, a family of four looking to vacation in Florida may have a hard time doing so. Is it still possible to vacation near Orlando with a large family on a budget? Of course, there are possibilities such as renting a holiday villa with an in-ground… Continue reading
Real Estate in Barbados – Luxury Condominiums in Barbados, the best option
Barbados Real Estate is in high demand because Barbados has built a reputation as an attractive place to live and work. The country has a vibrant economy in a very stable political environment with excellent infrastructure and modern services available throughout the island. It’s no wonder that some of the world’s wealthiest families have built… Continue reading
Electronic currencies and the future of money – Part 1 – Is there a future for electronic currencies?
Electronic currencies have been around for some time and are widely used on the Internet. Electronic currencies are certainly here to stay and will become an increasingly important part of Internet commerce. Eventually, electronic currencies may become the preferred means of financial exchange between consumers and merchants, and a popular means of transferring money between… Continue reading
Apartment Buildings: The Safe Way to Invest in Commercial Real Estate
As a long-term investment, real estate is hard to beat. Most people only know about residential real estate investing, buy a house or unit and rent it out. Many people think that commercial real estate investing is only for professionals with deep pockets. Of course, it helps a lot if you have a lot of… Continue reading
Kalimpong: Serene Hill Station and the Abode of Peace
Kalimpong is a small hill station in West Bengal located very close to Darjeeling. As a renowned tourist destination, the place is surrounded on all sides by a rich panorama comprising of majestic mountains, natural springs and lakes, and lush green tropical forest. In fact, it is the ideal paradise for nature lovers. Whether you… Continue reading