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
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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
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
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
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
