May
21
TIPS FOR THE 1031 CONSUMER
Here is an article from www.rebusinessonline.com describing some of the issues involved in a 1031 exchange. Tips for the 1031 Consumer What real estate owners should look for before doing a 1031 exchange                                                 Howard J. Kopel, Esq. First published in the May 2006 issue of Shopping Center Business Published online 08-21-2006 For several years now, tax-deferred exchanges have been a major force in the real estate market. While the concept of like-kind exchanges has been a part of the tax code since 1918, it first became a practical tool […]
May
15
Contrarian Thinking and Investing
This is an incredibly exciting time to be a real estate investor. While much of the country is fixated on all the negative news (as they view it) of over-built neighborhoods, rising interest rates, and sagging prices, hopefully you’re able to see the silver lining and recognize the opportunity. The yield on the 10-year treasury note is on the rise, which directly influences the movement of interest rates (also on the rise lately). As rates increase, fewer and fewer people can afford to buy, and those that do are having […]
May
9
TIGHTENING LENDING STANDARDS AND COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
The article below discusses the possible impacts on office building construction of the tighter lending standards resulting from the problems of sub-prime mortgages in the residential real estate markets. It supports the premise that the commercial markets in the United States remain relatively immune from the problems facing the residential markets in some areas of the country. Tighter Lending May Stifle Office Construction By John Egan May 8, 2007 12:46 PM SAN ANTONIO – Office construction should enjoy continued growth in 2007, but tighter lending standards may dampen the office […]
Apr
24
Credit Boosting Loophole to be Closed in September
One of the main determinants of the interest rate you’ll be charged on a loan for the purchase of a primary residence or an investment property is the strength of your FICO Score. FICO Scores range from a potential low of 400 to a high of 850. Your score generally rises as the length of your total credit history increases and as you demonstrate your dependability as a bill payer to make your scheduled payments on time. When the length of your credit history is short or when you begin […]