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Why Sell My Mortgage Note?

November 14, 2010 by Tracy Z Leave a Comment

Owner financing seemed like a good idea at the time. Let the buyer make payments and get the property sold. After all the seller carry back is known for attracting purchasers and providing quick closings, without the hassles or fees of a conventional bank loan.

But circumstances change and many sellers would prefer a lump sum of cash today rather than monthly payments that trickle in over the next 10, 20, or 30 years.

If you are receiving payments on a mortgage, trust deed, or contract there are investors eager to purchase all or part of the future payments. Note buyers run ads and mail postcards leading many to wonder,

“Should I sell my mortgage note?”

Here’s a look at the top 5 reasons people sell mortgage notes:

1. Pay Bills

Reduce debt or pay expenses including medical bills, college tuition, credit card balances, and home repairs. Pay down a home loan or payoff an existing mortgage on the property sold.

2. Peace of Mind

Eliminate the hassles of paperwork, payment collections, and IRS reporting. No more monthly worries wondering if the buyer will:

  • Make payments on time
  • Take care of the property
  • Pay taxes and insurance
  • File bankruptcy, or
  • Go into foreclosure

3. Make an Investment

Start a new business, fund an IRA or retirement account, buy another piece of real estate, or make a profitable investment.

4. Settle an Estate, Divorce, or Partnership

Distribute partial ownerships or settle disputes for notes involved with an estate, probate, dissolution of marriage, bankruptcy, partnership, or other entity.

5. Enjoy Life

Take a dream vacation, fulfill a passion, enjoy retirement or buy a new car, boat or RV.

Know Your Options When Selling Mortgage Notes

You don’t have to sell the entire cash flow. Depending on the goals, selling just a portion of the payments might be a preferred choice.

Investors are willing to purchase a certain amount of each payment (say $500 per month out of a $1,000 payment) or just some of the payments (say the next 5 years out of the remaining 30).

Known as a partial purchase, this provides access to some of the cash now with interest and payments still accumulating for future use. It also helps minimize the discount since the payments due sooner are worth more to an investor.

Selling a note is not the right answer for everyone. There’s a potential loss of interest income and tax benefits. Some high-risk notes just won’t be marketable for a price that makes sense.

However, it pays to know your options. Most investors are willing to provide a no cost no obligation quote for review with a CPA or attorney to help find the best solution for your personal situation.

Note BuyersWondering how to reduce the discount and sell your mortgage or trust deed for top dollar pricing?  Be sure to grab your copy of 21 Insider Secrets You Must Know Before Selling an Owner Financed Note, provided as a free bonus with any purchase of the Note Buyers Directory.

Filed Under: Seller's Corner Tagged With: note buyers, owner financing, sell mortgage, sell mortgage notes, sell my mortgage note

About Tracy Z

Tracy combines her knowledge of real estate notes with the power of marketing online to help grow your business! She can be reached at Tracy@NoteInvestor.com or by calling 1-888-999-7905.

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