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Private Lenders - Actions to Keep Your Investment Safe (Part 1)

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

There are some savvy private lenders who have not realized they do not need to use their own money or credit. These are some of the many reasons private lending is so attractive! Private lending is the quickest way for a person to make passive income. No investment is completely free of worry, yet there are methods to making your investment as safe as possible. Private Mortgage Lending (or Private Lending) allows you to earn high interest rates by using other peoples' money (private money). You can keep your investment safe by considering some insurance policies. Title insurance and property insurance are two insurances you should require when you lend money on a property. These policies will be paid for by the real estate investor and will additionally protect your investment! Another detail you need to make sure of is your loans. They must be recorded properly. There are ways to structure a loan which assures further safety. This article will cover Title Insurance. **End Summary** Topics: private lending]]> private lender]]> trust deed investing]]> real estate investing]]> passive income]]> passive cash flow]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> And now I would like to invite you to claim your Free Instant Access to my free audio CD when you visit http://www.PrivateLendersSecrets.com From George Antone - A Real Estate Investor, Private Lender & Wealth Builder in Northern California.

Private Lending - Discover the benefits you can have as a Private Lender

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

There are many benefits of private lending and knowing those benefits is the first step to becoming a successful private lender. -Private lending is hassle-free investing without tenants and toilets. If you invest directly in rental properties, you know the challenges that invariably accompany owning rentals - The constant calls from tenants asking you to fix their every problem from the toilets clogging, the neighbor's dog is barking too loudly, the faucet is leaking, the heater doesn't work, the roof leaks, and can you believe....They sometimes will even want you, their landlord to pick up the slack when they are out of a job. The list goes on and on. With private lending, you can actually receive similar monthly payments (as owning rental properties) without pesky phone calls from any problem tenants, or management company. -Private lending offers great returns with minimal effort. That's right, as a private lender you will work with your investment team who will do much of the work for you to ensure your private loans are properly documented, recorded and serviced throughout the life of the loan. **End Summary** Topics: budget]]> private lending]]> private lender]]> investment team]]> investment]]> successful private lender]]> real estate investor]]> money]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> And now I would like to invite you to claim your Free Instant Access to my free audio CD when you visit http://www.PrivateLendersSecrets.com From George Antone - A Real Estate Investor, Private Lender & Wealth Builder in Northern California.

A Day in the Life of a Successful Private Lender - How Private Lending makes me Money

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

It was 11:00 PM, and I was trolling through Craigslist ads looking for real estate investors seeking money for their deals. Within first 15 minutes, I found a good lead with a phone number. The next day, I made contact and negotiated a 50/50 net profit split with Peter, the investor. Peter had been offering 12% interest, but was open to the 50/50 split due to the timing requirement of the deal. Peter needed $30,000 for two short sale deals out of state, for a total of $60,000. Each of those properties was worth $90,000! When I performed my due diligence and discovered that Peter was indeed a seasoned investor and that the two short sale deals would perform according to Peter's projections, I decided to fund the private loans. Peter purchased the two properties; he conducted the minor rehab work and sold the properties. Upon closing of escrow, Peter and I split a net profit amount of $60,000 for the two properties. In the end I got a net profit of $30,000 as a direct result of trolling through Craigslist ads! **End Summary** Topics: private lending]]> private lender]]> trust deed investing]]> real estate investing]]> passive income]]> passive cash flow]]> successful private lender]]> real estate inves]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> And now I would like to invite you to claim your Free Instant Access to my free audio CD when you visit http://www.PrivateLendersSecrets.com From George Antone - A Real Estate Investor, Private Lender & Wealth Builder in Northern California.

Private Lenders - 7 Things To Look Out For

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Being a Private Lender can be very profitable for individuals, especially when they know how to do it without using any of their own money. However, there are some things beginner investors should be aware of. Here is a list of 7 things: 1) NEVER ever give borrower money directly! This should be obvious for most private lenders. Whenever lending money, always go through a reputable title company. Title companies are there to protect you and protect the borrower. Worried about fees? Borrower pays for these! You have nothing to lose when you work with a Title company. Remember, one of the main things private lenders always seek is security. Secure loans and great profits! 2) NEVER ever loan money without asking for an appraisal & preliminary title report! Once again, most private lenders should know this. An appraisal (paid for by the borrower) gives you the value of the property. The value is the most important number in private lending. All your decisions are based on that, so make sure you have it right. **End Summary** Topics: private lending]]> private lender]]> trust deed investing]]> real estate investing]]> passive income]]> passive cash flow]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> And now I would like to invite you to claim your Free Instant Access to my free audio CD when you visit http://www.PrivateLendersSecrets.com From George Antone - A Real Estate Investor, Private Lender & Wealth Builder in Northern California.

Private Lenders - Actions To Keep Your Investment Safe (Part 2)

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Private Mortgage Lending (or Private Lending) is a very safe investment, especially when you consider the high interest rates you can earn and the use of other people's money (private money). Nonetheless, no investment is completely worry-free. That is why it is essential to do everything possible to make your investment as safe as possible. Private Lending is one of the fastest ways to generate passive income, and for those savvy private lenders, you do not need to use your own money or credit. First, there are some insurance policies you will want to consider. There are two insurances that you should require when you loan money on a property: Title insurance and property insurance. These policies will protect your investment and are paid for by the real estate investor. Next you will want to be sure that your loans are recorded properly. And finally, there are ways to structure a loan that can assure even more safety. In this article we will cover Property Insurance. Property Insurance Property insurance protects the property against physical damage to, or loss of your assets. In other words, against the loss of your investment capital. **End Summary** Topics: private lending]]> private lender]]> trust deed investing]]> real estate investing]]> passive income]]> passive cash flow]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> And now I would like to invite you to claim your Free Instant Access to my free audio CD when you visit http://www.PrivateLendersSecrets.com From George Antone - A Real Estate Investor, Private Lender & Wealth Builder in Northern California.

Private Lending Secrets - Part I

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

If there was an incredible secret that has been around for centuries that can make you very wealthy, would you want to know it? Well, there is, and I will reveal it here. But just because I am offering it for free in this article, please do not undermine its value. It truly can make you wealthy. The secret has been staring us right in the face the whole time. It is on every corner. It is banking! Banks have existed for centuries for a good reason - they are profitable. Individuals can do this and participate in some of the same benefits through something called "private lending." Many investors say, "I don't have the money to lend out!" Banks do not lend their own money. Neither should you. You need to learn to lend out OPM (Other People's Money). It turns out that private lending is very similar to banking. They make money the same way. If you are looking for an investment that gives you cash flow, you ought to consider Private Lending! There are a few keywords one needs to know about lending; "Arbitrage" and "Leverage. **End Summary** Topics: private lending]]> private lender]]> trust deed investing]]> real estate investing]]> passive income]]> passive cash flow]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> And now I would like to invite you to claim your Free Instant Access to my free audio CD when you visit http://www.PrivateLendersSecrets.com From George Antone - A Real Estate Investor, Private Lender & Wealth Builder in Northern California.

Money For Your Real Estate Deals

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

So you need money for deals. You have no money. Where do you start? Let's start with 3 basic ways of getting money: - Save It! - Borrow It! - Trade It! I will expand on each of the above. 1) Save It: This is NOT my favorite way, but many people save money by living frugally and/or making more money. Once you have saved enough, you can start investing. Like I said, this is NOT my favorite way. 2) Borrow It: This is one way to get money. You have to make sure you match the investment to the method of paying the money back. For example, borrowing money for a long term, no cash flow investment is not a good idea. Borrowing money against a cash-flowing investment might be a better idea. Here is an example: If you have a building that cash flows, then borrowing against it is a good idea. This is basic "arbitrage." Just make sure that your cash flow coming in is HIGHER than what you are paying. 3) Trade It: You can raise money by selling shares in your company. So the investor becomes an EQUITY investor. **End Summary** Topics: money]]> money for deals]]> real estate]]> money for real estate deals]]> have no money]]> need money]]> need money for deals]]> need money for real estate]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> And now I would like to invite you to claim your Free Instant Access to my free audio CD when you visit http://www.OPMSecrets.com From George Antone - A Real Estate Investor, Private Lender & Wealth Builder in Northern California.

Private Lending - What Most Investors Are Looking For, But Don't Know It!

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Money for nothing! That's what everyone wants! "Get Rich Quick" with least amount of work! That's another dream people are searching for! When you do find something that does either of these above, legally, let me know. Until then, here is one great way to generate passive income in your life. Private Lending. Write those words down. Many individuals out there have been doing it for decades, successfully! Take the time to learn and research this topic. So what is private lending? Private lending, also known as Trust Deed Investing, is a process whereby private individuals lend money to property owners secured by their real estate, with the desire to receive a fair return (commensurate with risk) on their investment. It is NOT a "get rich quick scheme." Oftentimes, private money loans are generally short to medium term in nature (1-5 years) and are used for all types of real estate financing. However it is advisable you start lending against single family homes. The words "private lending" invoke certain assumptions. - Private lenders must have money. Not true! - Private lending seems risky. Not true! - Private lending requires decades of experience to do. Not true! **End Summary** Topics: private lending]]> private lender]]> trust deed investing]]> real estate investing]]> passive income]]> passive cash flow]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> And now I would like to invite you to claim your Free Instant Access to my free audio CD when you visit http://www.privatelenderssecrets.com From George Antone - A Real Estate Investor, Private Lender & Wealth Builder in Northern California.

Understanding Real Estate Deeds

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

You have heard of Warranty Deed, Grant Deed, Quitclaim Deed, Trustee's Deed, Tax Deed, etc... So what's up with all these deeds? Let's start with the definition of "deed"... "Property deeds are legal instruments that are used to assign ownership of real property, to transfer title to the land and its improvements such as a house." So when you buy a house, you use a "deed" document to transfer property ownership. Grant Deed: Think of Grant Deed as a way of transferring ownership of a property in California. The Grant Deed comes with some guarantees. Warranty Deed: Think of Warranty Deed as the equivalent to the Grant Deed, but used in all other states but California. Also, a Warranty Deed comes with some guarantees (in general, more than the Grant Deed). Quitclaim Deed: A Quitclaim Deed is a way of transfer ownership without any guarantees. Think of it as saying "I am transferring ownership of ANY interest I MAY possess in this property, but I am NOT guaranteeing any ownership." So think of a Grant Deed and a Warranty Deed as being a "better version" of a Quitclaim Deed. **End Summary** Topics: real estate]]> real estate deeds]]> deeds]]> understanding deeds]]> understanding real estate]]> warranty deed]]> grant deed]]> quitclaim deed]]> trustee\'s deed]]> ]]> About the Author: ]]> And now I would like to invite you to claim your Free Instant Access to my free audio CD when you visit http://www.BankFinancingSecrets.com From George Antone - A Real Estate Investor, Private Lender & Wealth Builder in Northern California.