Do you live by this note investing creed? “The most powerful force in the universe is compound interest.” “Compound Interest is the 8th wonder of the world. He who understands it, earns it. He who doesn’t… pays it.” Albert Einstein is credited with these words of wisdom that have rightfully earned their worth as the investor’s mantra. While CBS news, Snopes, and academics … [Read more...] about The Powerful Force of Compounding Interest, Note Investing and Birthday Cake
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Increase Note Investing Yields With Early Payoffs
Want to increase note investing yields? Discover ways to restructure a note for early payoff! When a real estate note pays off early an investor's return can go up. Why? It is based on the Time Value of Money principal of... “Money Now Is Worth More Than Money Later” When notes are purchased at a discount (less than face value) the yield is already higher than the face … [Read more...] about Increase Note Investing Yields With Early Payoffs
Calculating Note Investments Using The 50-50 Partial
When buying real estate notes you will surely encounter a seller that flat-out refuses to take a discount. You can try explaining the time value of money until you turn blue in the face or… provide a simple alternative. Offer to buy half the number of remaining payments for half the balance. Not only is the seller happy, the investor can receive an increased … [Read more...] about Calculating Note Investments Using The 50-50 Partial
Cash Flow Calculation Contest
Enter to win FREE access to our upcoming release of "How to Calculate Cash Flows" This unprecedented online training includes: - Step by Step Video Instruction - Calculation keystrokes for both the HP12C and TValue software - Time Value of Money Foundation for Beginners - Advanced Investment Strategies for cash flow veterans - Learn to calculate Real Estate Notes, … [Read more...] about Cash Flow Calculation Contest
Buying and Selling Notes for Residual Income
Here's one reason to love real estate notes… surprise payoffs! For years we have been talking about the benefits of keeping some payments as residual income when buying, selling, or brokering notes. This is not just theory - it really works. Residual Income from Real Estate Notes Need proof? Just last month we were fortunate enough to get one of those surprise payoff … [Read more...] about Buying and Selling Notes for Residual Income