“How do I get started investing in notes?” That’s a question we hear daily from tired landlords, stressed out rehabbers, or the couple next door wanting to improve life for their family. Own The Real Estate Or Be The Bank There are differences between investing in real estate vs. mortgage notes. Rather than owning the property, you own the right to collect … [Read more...] about 21 Tips To Read Before You Get Started Investing in Notes
Note Buying Blog and Articles
New to Note Investing? Here Are Your Next Steps
Real estate notes are a proven investment alternative, holding steady even when the general real estate market sees declines. Beyond that, seller financing offers tremendous opportunities for affordable homeownership to deserving buyers. It turn, it helps sellers looking to sell their hard-to-fund property or those wanting interest income instead of rental income. With all … [Read more...] about New to Note Investing? Here Are Your Next Steps
Online Meeting Tips, Tricks, and Disasters
In the last month I have done 5-7 online meetings. You know, the ‘on camera’ Zoom type where you see and hear everyone. Don’t worry…I did ok. There were no Zoom disasters where a kid walks in on you, or your camera falls and shows you are not wearing pants (real things that have NOT happened to me). At some point during one of the sessions, I realized there is very little … [Read more...] about Online Meeting Tips, Tricks, and Disasters
Seller Financing Held Strong in 2024
Following a year of growth, we continued to see strong owner financing numbers in 2024 with an 8% increase in dollar volume of created notes compared to last year. Let's dive into the numbers and see what other trends we saw. Insights on Owner Financing Trends Even as overall real estate activity cooled, the consistent creation of private notes underscores … [Read more...] about Seller Financing Held Strong in 2024
Setting Up the “Luck of the Irish” in Note Investing
When I suggested that someone write a funny article that tied St. Patrick's Day to note investing…well…I didn't think it would have to be me. While a solid investing strategy is built on research, due diligence, and experience, sometimes it feels like a stroke of good fortune when you find that perfect deal. So, in the spirit of St. Paddy's Day, here are five attempts … [Read more...] about Setting Up the “Luck of the Irish” in Note Investing
Real Deal Breakers: What Can Wreck Your Note
Flexibility is the name of the seller financing game — or rather, the name of one of the benefits of owner financing. Flexibility for home sellers who want interest income, flexibility for home buyers looking for affordable homes, and flexibility for investors to make a deal work. As the investor, you set your price. You can offset risk factors and costs with your … [Read more...] about Real Deal Breakers: What Can Wreck Your Note
Getting Note Quotes – What Info Do You Need?
We all have had a note cross our desks that doesn't fit our investing goals. Whether the balance is too big or too small, it's not the type of property or occupancy we look for; it's in a state you don't buy notes, or it just doesn't fit your investment parameters - that's when you remove the buyer hat and put on the broker hat. But, before you just forward the email to your … [Read more...] about Getting Note Quotes – What Info Do You Need?
Smart Goals, Smarter Systems
I have a confession: I love a good planning and goal-setting session. There’s just something so alluring about setting a vision and developing a plan. Plus, I get to make a list (another satisfying endeavor). But do you know what I like even more than setting goals? A smart system. Now, I know what you might be thinking: "Not another goal-setting article." You’ve probably … [Read more...] about Smart Goals, Smarter Systems
What to Expect from the 7th Annual Cash Flow Expo
In 2018, it started with the idea of creating an online event to help people improve their financial future…and it kept growing. Real Speakers. Real Content. The Convenience of Online. Whether it was someone looking for a side hustle, quitting their current job, or just supplementing income for retirement, the Cash Flow Expo was born. There was also one significant … [Read more...] about What to Expect from the 7th Annual Cash Flow Expo
Learn the Lingo – Note Investing Terms
When first diving into the note industry world, it sure seems like folks are speaking a different language. And this is coming from someone that grew up around it. After working at the company from behind the scenes for several years, I have been taking a more hands-on approach the past few years (Hi - this is Mikayla, by the way). I've kept a running list of words … [Read more...] about Learn the Lingo – Note Investing Terms
Managing Mortgages After a Natural Disaster: 7 Steps Every Note Holder Should Take
Natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, tornadoes and wildfires can wreak havoc on communities, leaving homeowners grappling with property damage and financial hardships. In recent weeks, we’ve all watched with heavy hearts as Hurricane Helene and then Milton caused widespread destruction across the southeastern U.S. Along with the physical devastation, natural … [Read more...] about Managing Mortgages After a Natural Disaster: 7 Steps Every Note Holder Should Take
