Spend like a miser, profit like a mogul
Who says you have to spend money to make money?Savvy real estate investors follow the examples of Donald Trump and Walt Disney, turning substantial profits on properties without incurring the debt, risk, and maintenance costs of ownership--and now, so can you
In How to Make Money with Real Estate Options, real estate expert Thomas Lucier introduces you to the low-risk, high-yield investment vehicle that can earn big bucks even for small investors. Lucier explains what real estate options are, how they work, and why they are the tools of choice for thousands of successful investors. Step by step, he shows you how to:
* Locate potential option properties using the Internet, want ads, and "bird-dogs"
* Contact and negotiate with property owners
* Perform due diligence and avoid options pitfalls
* Prepare an option agreement that protects you
* Insure real estate options with title insurance
* Package and sell optioned properties for optimum profits

Packed with no-nonsense advice on how to identify the most profitable properties and manage every step of the option process, How to Make Money with Real Estate Options is a practical guide to one of the secret weapons of savvy investors.

"If you're a home seller wishing to skip the conventional process of listing your home and waiting for a qualified buyer, and you've always wanted to be "rich enough" to help your favorite charity in a big way, your time has come. I Sold My House in a Raffle explains the entire process for homeowners, realtors, and also for the nonprofit director who is open to an innovative fundraising alternative that can provide a sizeable chunk of cash to support the charity. "

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Diane Giraudo McDermott, an advocate of animal rights, couldn't match the incentives building developers were offering home buyers, and buyers interested in her property couldn't qualify for a loan; so she used her marketing background and partnered with a "no-kill" animal shelter and successfully sold her house in a raffle. "
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"I Sold My House in a Raffle is an excellent example of Creative Marketing. The best marketers think "out of the box" and Diane shows that you can really sell your house in a raffle " -Ali Pervez, International Best Selling Author, Get Your Black Belt In Marketing, www.blackbeltinmarketing.com ""
"What a great marketing tool This is a hot new method to get a property sold. My clients love this idea--I already have my first raffle house lined up. I'll use Diane's process to get and sell more listings." Jack C. Rosemary - California Real Estate Broker, 26 years experience "

"Inside, you'll learn how to utilize the best marketing techniques, create a winning raffle formula, complete the required paperwork, connect with the right charity, and reduce your risk.
Take charge of your real estate future--save thousands of dollars, save time waiting for that qualified buyer, and get your full asking price This is a method whose time has come, and it can work for you too. "

- Find out if you have a good raffle house - Utilize the best marketing techniques - Complete the required paperwork - Connect with the right charity - Reduce your risk Take charge of your real estate future, save thousands of dollars, and take the risk out of waiting for that qualified buyer. This is a method whose time has come, and it can work for you too. If you're a home seller wishing to skip the conventional process of listing your home and waiting for a qualified buyer, and you've always wanted to be "rich enough" to help your favorite charity in a big way, your time has come. "I Sold My House in a Raffle" explains the entire process for the home seller and the nonprofit director who is open to an innovative fundraising alternative that can provide a sizeable chunk of cash to support the charity's cause.

The Real Estate Market Sucks, Now What? is so crucial to the current economic Real Estate crisis that the consumer must understand that help does exist. If you want to know how to save your home from foreclosure, how to invest in today's market, how to get lenders to modify your loan and alternative ways to buy/sell your home, then read The Real Estate Market Sucks, Now What?.

Start building your fortune with the ultimate insider's guide to real estate investing
The Insider's Guide to Making Money in Real Estate explains why real estate is a consistently profitable moneymaker and how everyday people just like you can build their fortune regardless of their credit score or how much money they have in the bank. It's true--you don't have to be rich to invest in real estate. It's the easiest, most leveraged method for building sustainable wealth over time, and it's open to everyone.
In this practical, nuts-and-bolts guide, New York Times bestselling real estate authors Dolf de Roos and Diane Kennedy cover all the basics of investing and offer the kind of insider advice and little-known tips you won't find anywhere else. You'll get a wealth of bright ideas and smart investment moves, as well as examples, case studies, and true investing stories from successful investors just like you. Inside, you'll learn:
* The ins and outs of commercial versus residential property
* How to spot great bargains in neighborhoods with great potential
* How to finance your investments with less-than-perfect credit
* Quick tips for increasing the value of your property inexpensively
* How to find reliable tenants who'll pay top dollar
* Everything you need to know about property taxes and deductions
* How to use tax benefits to increase your profits

Everything first-timers need to know to avoid the most common mistakes homebuyers make
Written especially for first-timers, this eye-opening guide turns you into an educated consumer, ensuring that the home or condo you buy is both a comfortable place to live and a great investment for the future. Compiled from the experience of hundreds of homebuyers, real estate agents, home builders, and mortgage lenders, it shows you the most common mistakes buyers make and illustrates them in practice so you don't fall into the same traps.
Now revised and updated for today's hot real estate market, this invaluable resource covers everything from negotiating with sellers and making the down payment to shopping for the best mortgage and handling the closing. The new Fourth Edition also includes totally up-to-date guidance on using the Internet to find properties, secure financing, and collect important data. If you're thinking about buying a home in this overheated market, don't make these mistakes:
* Researching selling prices and still overpaying
* Believing everything your agent tells you
* Buying into an upscale neighborhood that's moving downscale
* Underestimating utilities and other costs
* Allowing your agent to negotiate for you
* Letting fear get the better of you and not buying at all

Written by one of the nation's leading real estate experts and packed with hundreds of valuable tips and suggestions, The 106 Common Mistakes Homebuyers Make, Fourth Edition will give you the confidence--and the wisdom--to buy the right home at the right price.

Buying a property abroad is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. But don't worry - your Spanish dream needn't become a nightmare. From finding an estate agent and arranging a mortgage to negotiating the best price and moving in, this book is packed with practical advice on every aspect of the Spanish property market. It leads you safely and simply through the legal, logistical, and financial minefields, helping you maximise your time and your money to enjoy a hassle-free property purchase.

No-one obsesses over property quite like the British, even though buying and selling a home can be a personal headache and a financial lucky-dip. British newspapers groan under the weight of property supplements; TV reports constantly track house prices; young people fret about getting on the property ladder, while established homeowners worry about how to increase the value of their home or the market crashing. Buying a property is rarely straightforward and can be very time-consuming. There are numerous choices to make, from the style of building and location, to proximity to schools and other amenities. Most of all, there are plenty of opportunities to make the wrong decisions. Selling your home is also fraught with stress; from deciding to move and evaluating your property's worth to finding an estate agent and putting your home on the market, every step comes with it's own difficulties. Plus the advent of the Home Information Packs has also created a new headache for potential vendors. Buying and Selling a Home For Dummies, 2 nd Edition covers everything from finding a property and getting a mortgage to preparing your home for sale and moving on. It is also one of the few guides to cover England, Wales and Northern Ireland as separate entitles from Scotland, and to cover the Scottish property market. This updated guide also contains coverage of HIPS (Home Information Packs), which were made compulsory in September 2007 and apply to all properties with three or more bedrooms.

Aims to provide 'how to' guidance in situations that would require expert advice. This book is supported by a companion website providing updates and ready-to-use documents and letters. It advises the landlord about: legal responsibilities, choosing and vetting a tenant, and the tenancy agreement. It is useful for both landlord and tenant.

Real estate agents and other investors who need money to close their purchases often use private lending as their main source for funding. Unfortunately, many private lenders take advantage of this. They use unethical and illegal tactics to persuade investors to pay fees to obtain loans. For this reason, investors need guidance from an expert who knows the language and the processes these imposters use. Truth in Private Lending gives detailed accounts of how private lending scammers typically operate, and advice on how to keep them from getting your money.