by Lawrence Klamecki
A foreclosure auction is the usual next step for a bank lender after they foreclose on a house. But do you actually need to be present at the auction? Can you buy a foreclosed home without attending a foreclosure auction? Trustee Foreclosure Auctions Most foreclosed...
by Lawrence Klamecki
It is easy to find government foreclosures in depressed real estate markets. But they can also be found in strong markets as well. Below we discuss some secrets to finding government foreclosures. How Homes End Up as Government Foreclosures Many pre-foreclosure homes...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Buyers at a foreclosure at auction can get a great deal on a property but will also face some challenges. In this article we discuss the basics of how to buy a house foreclosure at auction. How a House Foreclosure Auction Works (the basics) STEP 1: The lender (bank,...
by Lawrence Klamecki
So you are looking to purchase a property at a foreclosure auction but are not sure whether to go to a courthouse auction or take part in an online auction. We discuss the differences between courthouse foreclosure auctions vs. online foreclosure auctions in this...
by Lawrence Klamecki
This article discusses who can bid at a foreclosure auction and why. Attending and bidding at a foreclosure auction, whether online or in person, can be an interesting and challenging experience. Who Can Attend a Foreclosure Auction? Live foreclosure auctions are free...
by Lawrence Klamecki
This article discusses some of the risks of a foreclosure auction and steps you can take to avoid them. Buying real estate at foreclosure auctions can be a lucrative endeavor. However, there are many risks involved that can negatively affect the profitability of these...
by Lawrence Klamecki
A house foreclosure auction can offer investors greater savings than many other avenues of buying real estate. In this article we describe where to find foreclosure auctions and some key info to get started. When a bank forecloses on a home, it is losing money without...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Buying a foreclosed property can be very attractive to would-be buyers due to the price, but purchasing foreclosed homes can be complicated and there are costly mistakes that can be made. To avoid the risks associated with flipping a foreclosed house, you need to do...
by Lawrence Klamecki
When planning to buy a house at a foreclosure auction, it’s essential to know of there are any liens on the property. So how do you investigate foreclosure liens? Liens to Look for When Buying a Foreclosure Auction Property There are multiple types of liens that...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Is it possible for a contractors lien to cause a house to go to foreclosure auction? This question is answered in detail here. Can a Contractor’s Lien Cause a Foreclosure? The answer is no. A contractors lien cannot by itself cause a house to go into...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Buying foreclosures usually means bidding at a foreclosure auction or making offers to a banks for properties. This can be a time consuming and frustrating process. However, what if an investor could go straight to a property owner and acquire their right of...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Wholesaling houses has truly become one of the best ways to get into the real estate investing industry. However, when it comes to real estate wholesaling many people wonder if a real estate license is a must to get started. The simple answer is no — you don’t...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Is there a certain time of the year when most foreclosure auctions take place? When is the best foreclosure auction time of the year? This article discusses some of the major timing factors. To answer this question we need to dive in and understand the timeline for...
by Lawrence Klamecki
This article discusses the different types of properties you can buy at a foreclosure auction and the pros and cons of each. Single Family Homes The most popular type of property to be auctioned at a foreclosure auction is the single family home. These are sold at...
by Lawrence Klamecki
So you’re ready to go to a foreclosure auction and have prepared well for it. You have even looked at some of the properties and have your eyes on one in particular. However, the property you’re interested in did not go up for bidding at the auction, even...
by Lawrence Klamecki
So you are about to complete the purchase a property at a foreclosure auction and have been given a quitclaim deed for the title. But is it a clear title? What is a Quitclaim Deed? A Quitclaim Deed is a commonly used instrument for transferring titles. This deed is...
by Lawrence Klamecki
So you have the winning bid at a foreclosure auction. Congratulations! Now what? Here we will discuss what happens for the buyer immediately after the foreclosure auction ends. Paying for the Property After a Foreclosure Auction Completing the sale at the foreclosure...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Flipping short sales houses is a great way to make profits under certain market conditions. However, errors can be costly in terms of time and money. In this article we discuss some of the worst mistakes when flipping a short sale house. Mistake #1: Assuming...
by Lawrence Klamecki
A short sale can be a great way to get a good deal on a property. In this article we’re going to discuss how to finance a short sale house purchase. Short sale financing will be unique to each situation, and the process isn’t always straightforward....
by Lawrence Klamecki
This is a great list of government foreclosure auctions to help find foreclosed properties of all types to buy and sell for a profit. Foreclosure Auction Aggregators These sites are great for finding federal, state and local auctions without visiting multiple sites....
by Lawrence Klamecki
The short answer to the question whether you can use a hard money loan for foreclosures is “yes”. In this article we discuss how hard money loans work for financing purchases of foreclosed real estate, and some tips to consider. Hard Money Loans for...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Foreclosed homes usually have things wrong with them below the surface that may not be found until after the auction. These issues can kill the profit from a foreclosure deal before you ever get started fixing up the home for resale. It is crucial that a buyer...
by Lawrence Klamecki
One way to get your flip project funded quickly is with a hard money loan. We discuss how to use hard money loans to finance house flipping below. Find a Good Hard Money Lender Hard Money Lenders Directory Your first step should be to visit our Hard Money Lenders...
by Lawrence Klamecki
A hard money loan can be used to quickly fund real estate renovations, flips and rental property deals. But how can you refinance a hard money loan you used to purchase the property? We discuss all options in this post. Refinancing Works Great for Hard Money Loans...
by Lawrence Klamecki
When are hard money loans illegal? What are the conditions that can make these types of loans illegal? Read on to find out… Loans secured by collateral (aka “hard money”) are not illegal per se. Lenders with capital can provide loans to borrowers as...
by Lawrence Klamecki
The goal of taking out a hard money loan is to get financing quickly and with good terms. But hard money lenders have secrets they will keep from you to maximize their profits. We discuss these hard money lender secrets here and how you an use them to get better...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Can you get a hard money loan when you have bad credit? We answer that question in this post. Getting a hard money loan can mean the difference between getting in on a highly profitable fix-and-flip property deal or having to wait. Since time is money, this means...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Down payments of between 10-30% are usually required when purchasing a property financed with a hard money loan. The percentage is a wide range that depends on a number of factors and how you structure the deal. NOTE: If you’re shopping around for hard money...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Before you can get approved for a hard money loan, you need to put up collateral. In this post we discuss the types of collateral required to secure a hard money loan. The two types of collateral needed for a hard money loan are: Cash collateralReal estate bought with...
by Lawrence Klamecki
Exactly what is a hard money loan? In this article, we explain concisely what a hard money loan is, along with the pros and cons of this type of financing. Hard Money Loan Basics A hard money loan is a sort of loan that is collaterized strictly by real estate property...
