Credit card debt can be reduced through lower rates or negotiating for reduced balances. With reduced interest, you can pay off the principal quicker with the same monthly payment. The other approach is debt settlement, which eliminates part of your debt at the cost of your credit score.1. Transfer BalancesCredit card companies are always offering introductory deals, such as 0% on transfers. Usually such offers last for several months, giving you...more
Secured loans make your creditors feel more secure about loaning you money. When someone takes out a secured loan, that simply means there is collateral to back up the money they borrowed. This could be a car, or more commonly, a house. There are pros and cons to getting a secured loan as opposed to a standard loan for debt consolidation.Home Equity Line of Credit - Perhaps one of the most common secured loans is the home equity line of credit....more
How to buy an apartment building? You could start with a look in the newspaper, a visit to a broker, or a search online - all good ways. Of course, since you're looking at the same properties as every other investor, it's not always easy to beat the competition to the great deals. Is there a better way?Why not look for properties that aren't yet for sale, and make an offer? This is how I bought my first home. An ad in the paper stating what I was looking for, brought a call from an old couple that had been thinking about selling. I got a good price, and they saved a real estate agent's commission. Trying to buy an apartment building this way may be even more likely to succeed.Buying apartment buildings that aren't for sale starts with a three step search process. you first decide what you're looking for. Do you want duplexes and four-plexes, or larger apartment buildings? The second step is to start looking for properties that fit your criteria. Finally, you contact the owners.How To Buy An Apartment Building From Non-SellersFirst of all, don't limit yourself to "fixer-uppers" or other "problem" properties that seem more likely to have owners willing to sell. Probably most owners...more
Finding a good lender to refinance your mortgage can be almost as important a decision as the actual mortgage you choose. In order to make a wise selection of a refinancing lender you should do four things:1. Know the objective of your mortgage refinanceDo you want to lower your current interest rate? Generally, refinancing your mortgage can be...more
Cover letter writing is almost as important a skill for a job seeker to learn as resume writing. The cover letter accompanies the resume at all times as the primary support document. Whether you use traditional mail, email, faxing, or another type of electronic submission, this should always be sent with the resume. There are, of course, other...more
In the early nineties subprime mortgages accounted for about five percent of all mortgages. Today the subprime mortgage loan sector comprises more than twenty percent of the mortgage market. With this explosion of subprime mortgage lenders and brokers, it is important to know what to look for when choosing your lender. Not only do you want to be sure that you are getting the best deal possible for your subprime mortgage, you also want to know how to avoid falling prey to a predatory lender.What makes a person a candidate for a subprime mortgage? Bad credit is the predominant reason but there are others. Fluctuating income and even the type of property being purchased can also necessitate an unconventional mortgage. If your unique situation requires a subprime mortgage do the following when choosing your loan agent or broker.Know your credit history, particularly your FICO score. A score lower than 620 generally means that you will be offered a subprime mortgage. Do not take for granted that you must seek a subprime mortgage. Ask what products are available for you. Also, make sure you have your employment, income and payment histories readily available.Do not assume that getting...more
A debt management company can consolidate your debt and lower your interest rates by negotiating with your creditors. Debt management companies can also help you pay off your loans sooner. But before you sign up with a company, make sure your...more
Using a cover letter template when job hunting is a logical and time saving measure. Your time is limited, so writing one basic one and using it as your template will simplify the application process, making you more efficient and hopefully employed...more
Bad credit mortgage refinancing loans are used to solve two different problems.Problem Number One: The homeowner has bad credit, significant high interest credit card debt and a home with substantial equity. In order to pay off the high interest...more
Getting your mortgage loan on the internet has many advantages and benefits, although, it is not a good choice for all homebuyers. Online mortgage loans are both quick and convenient. The application process can be completed in the privacy of your...more
Although it would be wonderful if debt would magically disappear, the only way to get rid of it is to pay it off. Almost everyone has some sort of debt.Although getting rid of debt is not as simple as accumulating it, there is a way you can put a...more
O.K., press releases, broadcast plugs, special events andbrochures help business, non-profit, government agencyand association managers move a message from here to there. And that's an important and useful function, butthat's all they...more