30 September 2007 | 1 reply
In the State of Texas, a Land Trust is used by investors mainly to effectively mask the identity of the owner.The common reason for needing to mask the owners identity is when someone takes over the mortgage but the mortgage stays in the name of the seller.
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6 October 2007 | 6 replies
Hello everyone, I'm an extreme novice and am here to gain as much information as possible.I'm two years out of college and own a residential painting company (I'm scared of a real job).
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11 October 2007 | 7 replies
Seems like 50% is pretty common for residential properties.
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3 October 2007 | 5 replies
Hi Kelsey,I'm extremely confused here.The current value of the property is 490k?
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16 December 2007 | 4 replies
Zero interest or some other extreme way to show that you do not mind the price if the seller provides free financing, waits for their money, etc.John Corey
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9 October 2007 | 11 replies
Each SMLLC would take title to an undivided XX% interest in the real estate as a tenant in common.
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9 October 2007 | 3 replies
This new mortgage holder has essentially doubled my adjustable rate mortgage, making it extremely difficult to pay.
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17 October 2007 | 3 replies
If you buy condos and other similar properties where there is centralize maintenance for common areas that can be a benefit.Apartment buildings with onsite property management is another way to go.You also might need to learn a new legal process.
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12 October 2007 | 4 replies
This is a great website with a ton of relevant and useful information for anyone involved in RE.I'm extremely envious of your location!
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20 January 2010 | 11 replies
Remember, the people who would be most interested in your real estate tool are extremely busy so they do not have time to read a lengthy article.