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Invest in Real Estate Or Mortgage Notes?

Sit around any after-hours event at an industry convention and you will soon find a heated debate about investing in Real Estate vs. Private Mortgage Notes. Oftentimes people are in one camp or the other (myself included). But which one is better? Well, “better” really depends on your … [Read More...]

Trying to Cash In On Brokering One Big Note? Think Again.

What if you could broker one note and make a big commission? How many of those notes would you need to do a year? Matter of fact, I know that some people reading this right now have just this philosophy. Some brokers or consultants will target larger notes in hopes of a big payday. After all, … [Read More...]

Rare Opportunity for Today’s Note Buyers: Small Mortgage Notes

If you are just starting out in the note industry, and looking for great returns on your money, some cash in the bank certainly helps you get started as a note buyer. But what if you don’t have a lot of money to invest? What if you are just getting your feet off the ground, maybe saved a few … [Read More...]

How Can I Learn Note Brokering and Investing?

The questions on brokering or investing in notes usually start with the fundamentals. Before asking about the money that can be made or the lifestyle that goes with the industry, people want to know: Do you need some level of experience or education to succeed in the note industry? Do you need a … [Read More...]

Note Buyer Burns To Learn

Ever wonder why note buyers are such sticklers for requiring proof the property is insured against fire or other hazards? Well have I got a story for you... Pulled from the archives, this Burn to Learn war story seems timely. Why? There seems to be an influx of deals recently where property … [Read More...]

Note Broker Marketing Secrets: Replicate Yourself

What if I told you there was a lab in Sweden that, for less than $400, will efficiently replicate you? Imagine your marketing efforts duplicated to help you get more note deals. Think about it. A single effort on your part is now reaching a multitude of people – all getting your … [Read More...]

Is a Note Brokering Business Right For You?

Let’s face it; there are a million different jobs and occupations out there. Finding the right one that meshes with both your personality and income desires can be tough. Search long enough and you will come across the cash flow industry – or in this case – specifically the segment of the … [Read More...]

Five Reasons No One Knows You Buy Notes

When someone new to the note industry tells me, “I have yet to find a note,” I have to wonder if they are even trying. Ok, that might have sounded a little rude – that is not my intent. I could understand someone saying they are having trouble finding “buyable” notes. But even with a … [Read More...]

Should You Really Sell Your Mortgage Note?

With all the talk about buying and selling notes, does anyone actually take a pause to see IF they should sell their private mortgage note? Course the usual short answer is, “Well, depends on how much I can get for it.” – In reality, you might want to delve a bit deeper. Ask yourself the … [Read More...]

Can You Please Define Private Mortgage Notes?

Is there a difference between the definition of a private mortgage note and a seller financed note? Better yet, does it even matter? A recent subscriber's questions are answered. "I am getting confused with - what is a private mortgage note and a seller finance note. They both seem the … [Read More...]

You, Us, Dallas, and $100 – Noteworthy Summit April 18-20, 2013

We'd like to invite you to join us at the... Noteworthy Summit on April 18-20, 2013 in Dallas, TX Here's a quick recap of the upcoming event: One, we are going to be personally presenting at this mid-year summit for Note Brokers, Buyers, and Investors. Two, this event is sure to be a big … [Read More...]

FNAC Offers New Competitive Pricing to Note Brokers

First National Acceptance Company, a subsidiary of First National Bank of America, has been purchasing performing real estate notes nationwide for over 55 years. We now offer more competitive pricing on higher credit transactions and we continue to pay all closing costs. We've included a sampling … [Read More...]

Does This Financial Calculator Make Me Look Old?

If you plan to buy mortgages or want to take your note broker business to the next level then learning your way around a financial calculator is a big plus. As many of you know, Fred and I are a house divided when it comes to... Choosing the Best Financial Calculator. Fred likes the Texas … [Read More...]

Why In The World Do Sellers Offer Owner Financing?

Why would anyone who owns a piece of real estate outright ever consider taking on the role traditionally held by banks and agree to sell their property in exchange for a mortgage note payable to them over time? Why accept a promissory note instead of cash? Why in the world would sellers offer … [Read More...]

Five Reasons To Invest In Real Estate Notes

Why would someone invest in real estate notes without a good reason? People need reasons…and good ones, for just about everything they do. Or, they should! I mean, if I said go invest in worm farms, or cotton-ball stuffed Teletubbies, you would certainly want to hear a couple of good reasons … [Read More...]