We all know that down markets can offer great opportunities for investors looking to pick up properties at rock-bottom prices. [read more]

South Carolinians in the Spartanburg-Greenville market have taken the latest national economic decline in stride. The financial climate in this city leans on the positive side, as it serves as national and world headquarters for corporations such as Extended Stay Hotels, Denny's restaurants and Milliken & Company -- one of the largest privately held textile and chemical manufacturers in the world. [read more]

Few would argue with the proposition that different licensing requirements are called for if a person is going to drive a school bus or an eighteen wheeler as opposed to your standard four-door sedan. What about real estate licenses? Does one size fit all, or should some special certification be required for those who are going to sell commercial buildings or engage in property management or concentrate on vacation rentals, etc.? [read more]

McLEAN, VA -- Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.26 percent with an average 0.6 point for the week ending July 17, 2008, down from last week when it averaged 6.37 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.73 percent. [read more]

Depending on the location, whether you're shopping for a new home or trying to sell your current residence, one of the biggest challenges is trying to reduce street noise. [read more]

With all the stock market jitters about Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the U.S. mortgage system, you might have the impression that the real estate market is on the edge of some sort of cliff. [read more]

When Outside magazine asks its readers to come up with a list of the best towns in America, chances are they won't be skyscraper canyons or commuter suburbs. [read more]

If you're a real estate investor who has ever taken a real estate loss on your tax return, there is a target on your back. For months, members on my Forum have been complaining about being selected for audit, and losing, based on the IRS's new set of real estate professional guidelines. [read more]

I've been writing for a few years now on tips, techniques and strategies to build and maintain a strong sphere of influence business model. [read more]

A year ago federal officials looked at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and declared that all was well. The two government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) largely held dull and boring conventional loans, though they were about to acquire subprime mortgages. [read more]

Nowadays there are some markets that you can invest with and actually get easy recognition to it. It is widely known that preconstruction real estate investments are investments in “yet to be completed” construction projects. [read more]

(ARA) - We all understand the income potential of investing in real estate. Some people decide to buy apartments or commercial buildings to rent and manage themselves. This can be rewarding, but can also be a lot of work. [read more]

Entering the real estate market at a time of profound turmoil, Rudolph W. Giuliani?s company is planning an investment fund based on commercial and residential properties. [read more]

If you want to be a successful Sarasota real estate investor, you must not seek for magic tool that can aid you do success. Yes, there are some investors, who think that there is a magic tool that they can use in order to gain success, you are wrong. [read more]

Fact is Miami condo real estate has come a long way since the earliest on real estate investing. I think that much to the surprise of many others. Miami condo real estate has been moving on its own. I do believe that in time we will have the chance to witness the boom again. [read more]

How good does the Florida real estate make in its market? Well for now it is not an exact prediction but Florida is well known for its condos and residential that offers a different take on its own soil. [read more]

Despite a national trend of record foreclosure rates and sluggish home sales, a Pennsylvania company is bucking the current real estate trend, offering education programs and personal mentoring for investors in one of the most attractive real estate markets in the country. [read more]

Houston was the second best market in the nation for real estate investing in the second quarter of 2008, according to a ranking by HomeVestors of America Inc. [read more]

Metro Atlanta ranks No. 3 on HomeVestors of America Inc.'s new list of the top 10 U.S. markets for residential real estate investing, released Tuesday. [read more]

Florida real estate has been one of the most well-known real estate spots in the nation. It is rich in natural beauty and its potential business-wise has been well documented. [read more]