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Technology and Geographical Location—How Is This Affecting The Real Estate Industry?

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Deborah

Share   I was at my bank the other day——–San Diego County Credit Union——- and they have a new “App” where you can deposit your checks via your iPhone. Now I know this technology has been around for a year or … Continue reading →

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30 Common Title Problems

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Deborah

Share   1.  Impersonation of the true owner of the land 2.   Forged deeds, releases, etc. 3.   Instruments executed under fabricated or expired power of attorney 4.   Deeds delivered after death of grantor/grantee, or without consent of … Continue reading →

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Know The Law and Title Insurance

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Deborah

Share REO Lender CANNOT Require Buyer To Purchase Title Insurance From Any Particular Company Ever seen REO and Short Sale listings with the disclaimer, “Seller to choose escrow/title company.”  Is this legal?  Actually, it’s a violation of RESPA. Lenders selling properties, as … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Review

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Deborah

Share Last Week in Review “Workin’ nine to five. What a way to make a livin.’”sings Dolly Parton. And with last week’s Jobs Report showing that unemployment has reached three-year lows, that’s something more people have been able to do … Continue reading →

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What Is A Lis Pendens?

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Deborah

Share What Is Lis Pendens? A lis pendens literally means that litigation is pending. It tells the public that a lawsuit affecting the property is in progress and that any judgment awarded in that legal action will have priority as of the date … Continue reading →

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Money Saving Tip—Move Your Money From A Big Bank To A Credit Union

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Deborah

Share   I like to save money—in fact, since the economy has taken a downturn, I have made it a goal of mine—to see how much money I can save (on things I thought I could NEVER do without—- like … Continue reading →

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Never A Better Time Than To Invest in Real Estate than———-NOW!

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Deborah

Share If you’re thinking about investing in a rental property, experts say low home prices combined with low interest rates make this the best time in years to become a real-estate investor.What’s more, the real-estate market is starting to recover: … Continue reading →

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The Best N.Y. Cheesecake You Have EVER Had—-

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Deborah

Share Yeah I know —this has nothing to do with Real Estate—but it’s the best darned cheescake recipe around! Deborah’s Cheesecake Recipe 5 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese 1 ½ cups sugar 3 tbsp. Flour ¼ tsp. Vanilla 5 eggs … Continue reading →

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Red Flags in Tenant Selection

Posted on December 26, 2011 by Deborah

Share True or false: Good credit scores are the sole determination of a good tenant. Well folks, I wish it were that simple. This is many times false. Agreed, tenants with a history of paying bills on time are seen as … Continue reading →

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Things To Give Up After 50—-OH, Really??

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Deborah

Share —–Things to give up after 50—Oh Really?  Yes folks, I am over 50——hard to believe, with the spring still in my step and the “don’t trust anyone over 30” attitude, Woodstock just a memory (from my older sister of … Continue reading →

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