Weather Proofing Your Dreams…
It's said that all ships are safe when they remain in the harbor - but that's not what ships are made for! And how can you wait for "your ship to come in", if you never sent it out of the harbor??? While "hashing [...]
The “Subject To” Mortgage – Risks and Rewards
Recently, while performing our duties as a servicing agent for promissory notes and contracts, we have noticed a proliferation of transactions involving; taking title to property "subject to" an existing loan, all inclusive notes wrapping around an existing note and Contracts of Sale (sometimes [...]
The Possible Dream
"Dreams are the raw materials for adventure. They are heady stuff that enliven people and move mountains" - H.B. London Jr. Is it Attainable? Is there any doubt in your mind or in your heart of hearts that success in the Note Business "is [...]
Stabilize the Ladder of Life before Climbing the Ladder of Success
Last summer we had gophers up the "gump stump" terrorizing annual flowerbeds, perennials, shrubs and our new turf. Actually destroying everything green and living in, on and under the ground. Our defense included high impact bombs, guided underground missiles, gopher gassers, laser beams and [...]
Set Yourself Up for Success
It is no secret to anyone who has been in the real estate business or financial market for more than a decade; that the Real Estate Market is cyclical. When the market suffers from a downturn due to any cause including increase in interest [...]
Late Charges And Now Here is the REST of the Story
With respect to the amount, timing and method used to assess and collect late charges, I think in the last 16 years we have seen them all. It doesn't seem to make much difference whether the note was structured by a CPA, Attorney, Financial [...]
Home Equity -The New ATM
On the economic news this morning the commentator made the following remark based on a recent CNN study: "In 2006 homeowners are using the equity in their home as an ATM machine". Cashing in on equity is not a new idea, however since interest [...]
Increase Your Productivity – Simplify Your Work – Reduce Your Overhead
In 1939, Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard started a business with a single product: a Resistance Capacity Audio Oscillator. At that time, Bill and Dave were responsible for every aspect of their business: they invented and built the products, priced and packaged them and [...]