Here is something you might not have thought of...There's not just one single item that determines the value of your real estate note. It's actually a combination of multiple variables including payment terms, interest rate, equity, property type, the buyer's credit, and note seasoning. That last one, note seasoning, might sound a little cryptic, but really breaks down to being one of the biggest … [Read more...]
Is it Time to Sell Your Note?
Every day people line up to sell the mortgage note they carried back from the sale of a home. Although some people keep the note for the entire term, usually, at some point, there comes a time to sell the note and receive a lump sum of cash. Why Carry Back a Note? Chances are you carried back a note because you had to. Most people would have preferred a full cash offer (and payment) for their … [Read more...]
What Is Real Estate Note Due Diligence?
Before an investor pays cash for a real estate note, they perform what is called 'due diligence.' This is really just a fancy word for research. You can simplify the process by being prepared for these common note investor requirements. When an investor makes an offer to purchase a note, mortgage, deed of trust, or real estate contract, it is subject to underwriting and due diligence. This … [Read more...]