Five Real Estate Negotiation Tips - (Without Out These It Won't Happen)!

Five Real Estate Negotiation Tips - (Without Out These It Won't Happen)!

Real estate negotiation is a skill.

Regardless of how good your investment tactics are in real estate or how profitable you know it will be, if you cannot close the deal in a win-win method you will not succeed in real estate.

Her are some realistic and feasible tips to seal the deal;

* Don't do the market trader bartering!

The commonly used;

"I'll give you 10"

"No 20"

"12"

"18"

"14"

"17"

"15" Done!

You give them a ridiculously low price and you eventually meet in the middle with a fair price.

Everyone knows how it's going to go.

Many people take this approach to real estate, and whilst it is appropriate for buying an old dresser from a flea market it is definitely not the way to go with real estate!

So with real estate; you must start off with a reasonably fair price depending on the area, condition etc.

Starting off fair with each other right from the beginning is giving you both the respect you deserve and will give both of you trust and confidence in each other that you won't rip one another off!

* Get to know your opponent

By this I don't mean you must know when his birthday is and what his favorite color is. I mean find out his priorities and what's important to him regarding the property.

For example; if you know that his main concern is to move on a certain date, allow this to happen if it's in your power.

By doing this he will be obliged to make important concessions for you.

This is "knowing your opponent" and this is a great way for you to get the best out of real estate!

* Tackle the major concerns first

Don't get caught-up in all the minor details! Address the major concerns well before the minor details.

Addressing theses major details will be the deciding factor to the success or failure of this deal.

Leave the small details to last and then they won't seem so urgent and they will be much more easily settled.

* Compromise is the decider

The key to negotiation is compromise. The method of win-win needs to apply but by this it doesn't mean both parties will get everything that they want.

You'll have to sacrifice something to get something!

You must begin negotiation with this approach firmly imprinted in your mind otherwise you won't be very successful at all!

* Read through ALL of the contract

Before you sign absolutely anything - READ the contract and especially the small print!

Once you have read through the real estate contract get someone else to read it too.

About the Author

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Cheap Property for Sale - Maximizing Your Investment Capital for Huge Gains

Cheap Property for Sale - Maximizing Your Investment Capital for Huge Gains

Cheap property for sale is a great way to make long term capital gains but most investors make common mistakes and have know idea on how to turn the above into 30 - 100% profits or more.

Read the simple guidelines below for buying cheap property for sale and you could be on the way to huge gains.

1. Look for fair value property

Don't ever buy the cheapest property you can find, it's cheap for a reason no one wants it.

Instead look for property that is fairly priced and has solid reasons to rise in value.

For example

1. Infrastructure changes, like new roads, marina's, railways, airports etc are being are due to be built and will increase the attractiveness of the area.

2. The area is adjacent to a booming area and you expect overspill.

NEVER BUY

If there are not solid reasons for the property to rise.

You will get it cheaper, but you probably won't make money.

Pay a bit more and you will get better growth and lower risk

3. Buy a Bull market

At present in many countries with interest rates starting to bite ( like the USA) Its getting harder to make money.

So do what many foreign investors are doing, buy cheap property for sale overseas in countries that are close and stable.

Getting the big gains

For example making 30 - 100% gains in a market like the US on your investment capital is hard if not impossible in the current economic climate, however overseas not only can you buy property cheaper, you can get bigger gains.

In effect you get more bang for your buck.

Costa Rica has been providing this for years and an example will illustrate this:

A property bought near the popular resort of Jaco Just 15 years ago for $30,000, is worth as much as 750,000 today and prices still continue to rise.

There are however still some great cheap properties for sale on the Central Pacific coast that will show great gains.

Why will gains continue?

Quite simply beach front property is 70% less than in the southern USA and Americans are traveling just 3 hours south by direct flight to own their own slice of paradise at affordable cost.

Demand continues to rise and gains continue to be made.

Add in tax advantages, low property tax, the same rights as residents and one of the most stable countries in the world and you have a great way to make money in cheap property for sale.

Finally it's beautiful!

So if you want more for your money and bigger gains head south to Costa Rica and you will discover what increasing numbers of foreign investors have - Costa Rica cheap property for sale investment offers great gains and low risk.

A good booming location

Perhaps one of the best areas is the Central Pacific Coast which continues to expand buying near these expanding locations and infrastructure can be very lucrative.

Check them out for yourself and see.

About the Author

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Seized Real Estate - What they don't want you to know...

Seized Real Estate - What they don't want you to know...

What is Seized real estate?

Seized real estate is extremely cheap property that you can buy; basically your dream home for only a fraction of the retail price!

These properties are only cheap because they have been seized by the government and are being re-sold at a real estate auction at a lower price!

These properties are thought to be one of the best properties that you can buy for a very reasonable price.

Usually these properties have been seized because the previous owners have been involved in criminal activity and such activity like drug dealing etc. will have very nice houses, some would say luxurious, if it's seized - it's up for grabs!

Your looking at least 20% reduction of the retail value! Therefore if you're looking to buy a house but have a limited budget, then I would highly recommend government auctions. They can sometimes include vehicles too!

However, you have to remember there will be other people like yourself after the same bargains. Even though it is not advertised, some people will already know about these auctions. So you will have competition.

That's the key word "auction"; with it being an auction you can get a great bargain, however as I said; there will be others like you and because it is an auction the more there are of you- the higher the bids could creep up and before you know it- if your not careful it might not be cheap any more! So be vigilant.

You will also need to know about real estate before you bid. You need to know the market; how much the market is going for etc.

If you don't know much then I suggest taking someone with you who will know about the market values. You don't want to end up bidding higher than its market value!

Also, inspect the building before participating in the auction, they will allow you to view the property before hand. Check for damages and foundations etc.

Bid low to begin with, auctions are supposed to go higher, so start low- this will help you get a much better price!

Set your absolute maximum as well before the bid, do not get carried away and involved with beating someone if you only have a certain price you can afford!

Lastly, you have to know everything about the property; this will ensure you get a great price.

The best way to be sure is to hire a professional who understands real estate, and who knows how to bid and buy successfully - after all you're already saving!

Buying government seized properties is the way forward for many of us; it's the perfect way for us to buy our dream home!

About the Author

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First Time Buying Tips

First Time Buying Tips

If you are tired of renting, and have good credit, why not buy a home? Most people spend years paying rent to a landlord when this money could very easily be paying a mortgage. Owning a home is easier than most people think, all it takes is some careful planning and the proper financing and you could be on the property ladder too!

One of the major misconceptions of home buying is that you require a large down payment to buy a home. This is not so. In today's market there are many different financial options to those who quality. Chances are if you have good credit and a paycheck that can justify the loan, you will be able to find a mortgage company that is willing to finance 100% of the home! The proviso here is that your credit rating is sufficient to appease the mortgage company. There are a few things you can do to improve your credit in preparation for this application. Get a copy of your credit report from your bureau and study it in detail. Are there any outstanding issues? If so make sure to take care of them and get letters of release once they are settled. Then ensure that they are removed from your report. This is a critical step for any home buyer, first-time or otherwise.

Now that that step is complete, the next logical step is to secure financing for the purchase. Mortgage companies will do what is known as a pre-approval. A pre-approval is a concrete agreement between borrower and lender. It stipulates the exact amount of funds that you have available for your home purchase. Having a pre-approval in your pocket when searching for your home gives you remarkable leverage in the buying process. It sets you apart from buyers who do not have secured financing and as you can imagine this is comforting to the seller who is seeking a clean and quick closing.

At this point you can start to shop for homes. Be confidant in what you want and don't be afraid to go after homes that suit your family and lifestyle. Being your own landlord can be quite a rewarding experience. It is an exciting thing to realize that you are now paying off your own home instead of someone else's.

About the Author

Alan Olson is the broker/president of Century 21 Vista Inc, located in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. For educated and professional service in the Minnesota real estate market, contact the Century 21 Vista Team.

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Home Buyers--Winning the Interest Rate Game!

Home Buyers--Winning the Interest Rate Game!

Buying a home is one of the biggest expenditures most people will make in a lifetime. And in many markets where sellers are offering attractive incentives to buy your next dream home, a first-time buyer can be intimidated by the whole decision making process. As important as this life-changing, buying decision can be, it is often as easily influenced by emotions, anecdotal experiences from friends and family, as well as more practical matters such as income, credit, down payment saved and other financial criteria. Too often first-time buyers start the buying process by "putting the cart before the horse" by becoming emotionally involved in the transaction without doing their financial homework first.

Once you have begun your home search by looking on the internet on websites like www.realtor.com for houses in the neighborhood you desire to live in or by writing down phone numbers from a "For Sale" sign, it's a good idea at this time to take a look at your own financial picture as well. While not difficult, taking the time to get solid financial information, namely your credit report and debt-to-income ratio, will pay off in the long run as this data will influence what you'll be able to afford and what type of mortgage you will qualify for.

There are several websites such as freecreditreport.com and myficoscore.com which enable you to take a look at your own credit report for a nominal fee. Make sure that you also request your FICO score, a three-digit number which ranges from a low of 350 to a high of 850, and is calculated based on assigned numerical values for certain credit characteristics. The higher your overall score, the less risk there is for the lender, and therefore the better interest rate that you are more likely to get. Typically, a number at approximately 620 or above is a fair credit score. In addition, under a new Federal law, you have the right to receive a free copy of your credit report once every 12 months from each of the three nationwide consumer reporting companies. To request your free annual report under that law, you must go to www.annualcreditreport.com.

While lenders often use their own credit reporting agencies, most of the data comes from the three major consumer financial gathering data organizations such as Experian, Trans-Union, and Equifax. Taking the time to investigate your credit gives you a clear idea of your credit standing and will point out any potential problems you may be able to work on before you meet with the bank or loan officer.

Problems or high risk credit characteristics usually include the following; bankruptcy, derogatory public records, late payments, charge-offs, repossessions, and serious delinquencies which are examples of negative factors that can directly affect your credit score. Even carrying high balances on your credit cards can appear as a negative factor. Although you may know without a doubt that you have not encountered these problems, pulling your own credit report will give you greater flexibility and knowledge as to what type of loans you will be able to qualify for and what type of interest rate you can expect to get. As the saying goes, forewarned is forearmed.

Unfortunately, too many potential homeowners who have already fallen in love with the home of their dreams are too anxious to get information on a loan they may qualify for and often get their credit reports from several lenders. Unfortunately, they do not realize that several inquiries into their credit can negatively affect their overall credit score thus affecting the interest rate they could have qualified for. So, taking the time to check out this information yourself can reap you enormous benefits in saved time, reduced hassles and a checklist of things you might need to work on before you take the next step in the buying process-getting preapproved for a loan. For more information visit http://www.nefcortez.com

About the Author

Nef Cortez has been a licensed real estate broker and has held various positions in the real estate industry for over 25 years. If you would like to read more of Nef's pithy and timely advice (with the latest info on local foreclosures), visit his website at www.nefcortez.com or read his blog at www.nefcortez.com/newhomes

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