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
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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
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
