The due on sale clause refers to that provision commonly found in a mortgage contract that requires the mortgage paid in full upon a sale or conveyance of the subject real estate that secures the lien. Mortgages with a due on sale clause are not assumable. The provision is all about protecting the lender’s interests….

  One thing that can separate a successful investor from a struggling investor is perfecting a system to find motivated sellers. I’m not even talking about those who are highly motivated. I mean those who are somewhat motivated, and simply need someone with a certain skill set to negotiate with them. As a property investor…

A real estate transaction involves a series of steps right from perusing properties to closing a deal. Knowing what to expect in a property transaction can make it less stressful, at the same time eliminating guesswork in this purchase. So, if you’re wondering where to start, here are the 5 basic steps to go about…

  Mortgage rates for 30-year loans have fallen for the sixth straight week, according to Freddie Mac, falling to 3.78 percent for the week ending September 7. The mortgage rate for 15-year loans also dropped, from 3.12 percent to 3.08 percent. Points, which borrowers must pay to get the lowest rates, were not calculated in…

Mental health is defined as an individual’s condition in regards to psychological and emotional well-being. Positive mental health is characterized by a person’s ability to learn, manage and cope with uncertainty and change, maintain and form positive relationships with others and manage and express their emotions. There are several ways that you can benefit from…

No matter what your profession is in life, it’s common to wrestle with fear at various times in life. Who hasn’t been overcome by a wave of fear one time or another? That’s common, but consistent fear can paralyze and debilitate you when it doesn’t need to. Fear can cause you to remain locked in…

Marko go over where to find Motivated Sellers. He explains when there could be increase and decrease in percentage of sellers which are out there during different markets. He gives specific examples on where to get the lists and also having motivated sellers contact you.  The Motivated Sellers are out there. They exist.

It’s no secret that relationships and marriages fail. In fact, about 50 percent do sooner or later. This is unfortunate for the couple, and it can be a stumbling block for real estate investors as well. Why? Because where there may have been two incomes coming in to pay rent, there may now only be…

I’ve told a dozen of newbie investors that dealing with motivated sellers is one of the proven ways to get a property at a heavily discounted price. And, while most of them have gone away with this piece of advice, I have had many come back to me with a million dollar question – “Marko,…

  One of the largest data breaches has occurred at Equifax, one of the largest credit reporting companies, and identity theft experts are quite concerned. They have every right to be, as an estimated 143 million consumers’ personal information has been stolen. This includes Social Security numbers, credit card numbers, and addresses. This is the…

Our office has been receiving a lot of questions from students who are buying a new home, but are considering keeping and renting out their current home. In this short article, I’ll outline the simple steps to renting out any property. Here we go: 1. Get the house clean and in working condition. Make sure…

As you probably know, Warren Buffett is one of the wealthiest investors of all time. Just how wealthy is he? He’s worth over 72 billion dollars. Most people probably cannot fathom just how much money that is. Not a million. Not 1 billion, not 25 billion. 72 billion! That’s the crème de le crème of…

How’s your breath at the moment? Do you even notice the pace and depth with which you are pulling in oxygen? If you haven’t begun to take notice of how much your breathing style affects your day-to-day, I’m here to enlighten you. Deep breathing techniques are so important for our mental and physical health –…

When you find a motivated seller and you’re moving forward with the purchase of their home using my Niche2Wealth strategy, you’ll want to select a title company that can close “Subject To” deals. Not all title companies are familiar with this, so you may have to do some searching for ones that will work with…

Marko brings up valuable questions sellers should consider before deciding whether to sell their rental property. He also teaches options a student has when selling to a tenant.

Whether you’ve got one rental property or multiple properties, there’s more than just one way to gain income from such properties. If you’re teetering on the decision whether you should invest in a rental property, this article may give you a little nudge to go that route. Here’s four ways a rental property can give…

It is hardly an exaggeration to suggest there are easily a hundred or more ways to profit from and to make money in real estate from single family homes to multi family properties, from raw land to commercial non residential properties, to everything in between. Many a savvy real estate investor will suggest similar themes…

 When you’re interested in real estate investments, it’s always a good idea to do some research ahead of time to see if there really is money to be made with such investing. Many people wonder if investing in a condo is a solid investment. How can you tell? While there are no guarantees, you can…

As of today, there are two main methods to finance your property purchase – traditional and creative. The first is what most of us are familiar with. You go to a bank, apply for a loan, wait to get approved and make your purchase once it’s through. Creative financing on the other hand includes unconventional…

  Did you know that a majority of wealthy people spend at least 30 minutes a day reading? Now, that could mean listening to an audiobook or podcast, but the point is that they’re taking time every day or just about every day to make a deposit or invest in their mindset. If you’re really…

Summer is an immensely popular time for home buyers to hit the streets in search of their perfect property. Why? Because it’s a great time of year for transitions. Kids and college students are out of school and there’s lots of real estate activity, from renting to buying to flipping distressed properties. As a real…

  Developing a strong plan before you invest in real estate is vitally important to your investing success.  It requires you to answer key questions and gives you a roadmap to keep you on track throughout the process.  Developing your investment plan should always be your first step in your real estate investment journey.  Here’s…

Marko addresses a student’s question on whether they can offer Lease Option Owner Financing in state of Texas. He also gives options seller may want to consider such as all inclusive trust deed.

When you’re just starting out in real estate investing, the amount of information at your fingertips may feel overwhelming. Though having a plethora of helpful information within easy reach is wonderful, it can also put you on overload, not knowing where to begin. Today, for those newbie investors that may be feeling this way, I’m…

A common question that people have when learning about this industry is, “how much education do I need to make big profits as a real estate investor?” The answer is absolutely not! Some of the most iconic and successful investors built their empires without going to college. Real estate markets are constantly fluctuating. That means…

Many people want to be highly successful, but not many people will do what it takes to become highly successful. The reality is that big success does not just fall into your lap. You probably know this, and you probably do some work toward getting the success that you want. That’s wonderful! However, if you…

Have you ever watched one of those real estate reality shows and thought, “wow – isn’t it difficult to get an entire home renovated and sold in less than a month, let alone a week?!” My friend, you’d be spot on! Far too many new real estate investors try to break into property flips that…

You probably don’t realize just how many people fall prey to a real estate scam. From landlords to real estate agents to bankers, scammers are present in all areas of the industry and if you become a victim, you could lose serious money. While you can’t know for sure if you are about to be…

As an entrepreneur, chances are you always have new goals that you are looking to achieve and new milestones you are looking to conquer. However, finding the internal success you need in order to achieve these goals can sometimes be a challenge. In order to have true, inherent success in your life and in your…

REITs, Real Estate Investment Trusts, allow individuals to invest in large-scale, income-producing real estate. A REIT is a company that owns and typically operates income-producing real estate or related assets. These may include office buildings, shopping malls, apartments, hotels, resorts, self-storage facilities, warehouses, and mortgages or loans. Unlike other real estate companies, a REIT does…