Not everything in life goes as planned. It's a lesson we have all learned at some point — whether good or bad. It also includes notes. You can do everything you can to set yourself up for success and manage your risks, but sometimes things - and payors - go awry. When note payments stop coming in, it's a stressful time. But it's also time to slow down and think through … [Read more...] about 5 Strategies for Non-Performing Notes
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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
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. Wouldn't it be helpful if there was a note investing glossary? 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 … [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. We all watched with heavy hearts as Hurricane Helene and then Milton caused widespread destruction across the southeastern U.S. And recently, the historic Texas flooding that displaced thousands and … [Read more...] about Managing Mortgages After a Natural Disaster: 7 Steps Every Note Holder Should Take
9 Reasons Real Estate Notes Work in ANY Economy
In the past real estate and stock market winnings were often on separate tracks. You had to ‘time’ the market on either. Both can be solid investments if played smartly, but both carry risks if you jump in at the wrong time…or, even worse… panic and get out at the wrong time. For over 30 years, I have consistently invested in Real Estate, Stocks and Options, and Real … [Read more...] about 9 Reasons Real Estate Notes Work in ANY Economy
