Probate is the legal process that happens when a person dies and the executor must collect all assets, itemize all remaining debts and then liquidate all property to pay debts and distribute assets. Unlike property in a trust, probate requires court approval and is a lengthy process with attorneys and judges. Despite that, here are … Continued
Successful real estate investors have a mindset that gives them the ability to negotiate a deal that makes business sense. Most real estate transactions between consumers are a very emotional deal. However, the probate process is very different, mixing a very emotional time in a family’s life with a very business-like probate court system. Here … Continued
Buying probate sale properties is a great way to find eager sellers with properties in good locations. As with any type of real estate investing, setting the right expectations helps set the tone for success. Here are five pitfalls to avoid when starting out in probate investing in FLORIDA. Expecting a Fast Process The probate … Continued
When someone inherits a property, they have one of two real options to consider: keep the property or sell it. Often beneficiaries have a desire to liquidate inherited property rather than try to manage it. If the sale is happening in the probate process, this called a probate sale. Here are three tips of a … Continued
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Are you looking to buy a short sale in Fort Myers? There are some things that should concern you when buying a short sale in Fort Myers. In this post, we take a look at 3 things that buyers should think about before buying a short sale property. The Value of Short Sale Opportunities Finding … Continued
You’re probably just a little giddy at this point. You’ve made an offer on a short sale property at a price well below the market value, and it looks like a sweet – and potentially very lucrative – investment deal. Still, there are a few things you need to know about short sale inspections in … Continued
You’ve found a short sale property that suits you and meets your investment criteria. Now it’s time to make an offer. And today that means a good amount of bidding competition – and quite a bit of it some pretty well-heeled bidders. So you’ll need to know how to make an offer on a short … Continued
On the face of it, buying a house on a short sale basis certainly sounds like a good deal, especially for investors. It’s often an opportunity to purchase a property at a price well under its normal appraised valuation. But before jumping in, you need to be aware of the disadvantages of buying a short … Continued
Hidden renovation costs can quickly eat up your profits when it comes to Fort Myers real estate. Learn more about what to watch out for in our latest post. When buying an investment property, there will likely be all sorts of renovations you would like to make. It’s important to know which will kill your profits … Continued