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<title>Tom Bukacek - EzineArticles Expert Author</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Tom Bukacek is an author, a real estate investor, and social media consultant. Tom is also CEO of Black Box Social Media LLC, a 'managed for' social media marketing consulting company that focuses on higher end clients. Black Box Social Media has also developed an online web 2.0 educational platform called 'Social Media in 7 Minutes'. The purpose of SMI7M is to show small businesses how they can create and implement a social media marketing plan quickly and inexpensively. SMI7M consists of 30+ how to videos detailing how to set up and use web 2.0 platforms such as Facebook, Google+, ... ]]></description>
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<title>What Is Google Drive?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Google Drive is a storage site similar to that offered by Apple's iCloud, Microsoft SkyDrive and Dropbox among others. With this site, you can share collaborate, create and store anything you want to. ]]></description>
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<title>The Importance of a Clean Twitter Stream</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 07:57:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you monitor your Twitter stream? Your Twitter stream is your own tweets, not those of the people you chose to follow. Chances are you haven't looked at it lately, but you should. When you do, ask yourself one simple question. Am I followable?]]></description>
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<title>How to Use Social Media in Sports</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Using social media in sports is a natural fit, people want information on a game right away and it is a great way to make that happen. It does not matter if it is a Little League team or a professional team, all sports teams can benefit by using social media marketing. Here are some tips on how to use social media in sports.]]></description>
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<title>How Facebook Timeline Affects Business</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:14:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[At the F8 summit, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg introduced his latest creation for Facebook users, Timeline, which he referred to as a visual representation of your life. How will the new Facebook Timeline affect marketers?]]></description>
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<title>How Google+ Works for Small Businesses</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:33:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With the advent of Google+ and the dwindling importance of the Facebook Fan Page since the f8 Conference changes, more businesses are wondering how to utilize Google+ for business. While Google hasn't announced their business platform yet, there are still some things that users can do to prepare.]]></description>
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<title>How to Avoid These 7 Common Social Media Marketing Mistakes</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 10:02:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Creating raving fans who sing your praises to others is both the least expensive and most productive form of advertising. Most people tune out traditional means of advertising. Only 1 in 6 television commercials actually generate a positive return on investment. No one under 70 uses Yellow Pages for anything. But over 80% of consumers will make a purchasing decision based on the input of friends and family. Social media marketing provides the electronic platform for word of mouth marketing to exist. Over 800 million users worldwide use Facebook. The average Facebook user has 130 friends and is connected to over 80 Pages, Groups, and Events. Over 1 billion tweets go out each week. YouTube has over 100 million views per day. The potential for your message to be spread by raving fans is more prevalent today through social media than any other time in the history of business. Here are some common mistakes new marketers make when trying to create and implement a social media marketing plan...]]></description>
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<title>How Social Media Marketing Can Help Your Business Thrive</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:51:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Traditional advertising, such as Yellow Pages, Newspaper Ads, radio, TV, etc... are no longer effective. Customers wants to interact with businesses, not be broadcasted to. Social media marketing is the only marketing strategy that allows businesses to interact with their customers and take advantage of the word of mouth marketing potential that exists in today's web 2.0 platforms. This article will detail how to create and implement a social media marketing strategy that will generate a positive return on investment for your business.]]></description>
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<title>What Is Social Media in 7 Minutes?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:35:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Social Media in 7 Minutes is a revolutionary online training program designed to not only educate small business owners on how to apply social media into their marketing plan, but also to provide a practical tool which will allow them to implement their social media plan in just 7 minutes a day. Social Media in 7 Minutes (SMI7M) was developed by Black Box Social Media, LLC, and Mike Dillard. This article will detail the two specific, unique benefits of Social Media in 7 Minutes that make it stand out from any other social media training on the market.]]></description>
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<title>Top Real Estate Investing Excuses</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:14:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Everyone has a vision of fortune and a dream of riches...and 95% of Americans have excuses as to why they haven't yet achieved either. Investing in real estate is no difference. Most Americans recognize that all wealthy people own real estate, therefore, the secret to becoming wealthy lies in real estate. So why do so few people take action? Here are the top 7 Real Estate Investing Excuses I hear people tell me for not taking action in their real estate investing career.]]></description>
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<title>Creating Your Wholesaling Buyers List</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:08:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you are looking to purchase a property for a flip, you want to make sure that the area in which you are purchasing is a good area. How can you tell and where can you find the information? The purpose of this article is to instruct the flipper on where they can find the types of information needed to property analyze an area.]]></description>
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<title>Flipping a House - Market Analysis</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 09:51:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you are looking to purchase a property for a flip, you want to make sure that the area in which you are purchasing is a good area. How can you tell and where can you find the information? The purpose of this article is to instruct the flipper on where they can find the types of information needed to property analyze an area.]]></description>
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<title>Screening Calls</title>
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<description><![CDATA[When screening sellers, I like to get as much information as possible before going to the property. The last thing I want to do is waste my time meeting with someone who is curious and not serious about selling. You will find in life that time is your most valuable asset, so spend it wisely by running your business smart!]]></description>
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<title>Home Staging 101</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:48:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Let's face it, an unfurnished home looks cold, empty, and unappealing. This look gives off a negative first impression. Do you want your potential buyer's first impression of a home you are trying to sell to be anything associated with feelings of coldness or emptiness?]]></description>
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<title>Home Buyer Tax Credit Information</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:44:09 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you purchase a house between January 1 and April 30, 2010? If so, then you may qualify for one of the two tax credits: the first-time home buyer tax credit and the repeat home buyer tax credit. 	The first-time home buyer tax credit is worth 10% of the purchase price of the home up to a maximum of $8,000.]]></description>
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<title>What Is a Flat Fee Listing Service?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:29:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the biggest benefits to having a Realtor list your property is having it on the Multiple Listings Service. However, if you are an investor selling the house with owner financing, you may not want to pay the Realtor 3% commission for this service. So how about hiring a Realtor to list your property on the MLS for a flat fee instead of a commission?]]></description>
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<title>Should You List Your House With a Realtor?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 12:41:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Whether or not you should list your home with a Realtor depends on what your exit strategy is going to be. If you are selling conventionally, you should consider listing with a Realtor. If you are selling with owner financing, then using a Realtor may not make much sense.]]></description>
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<title>Negative Consequences of Foreclosures</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:35:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Due to the unprecedented economic turmoil, many distressed homeowners are turning to foreclosure. However, given the negative tax consequences, the potential for bank lawsuits, and the damage to ones credit, foreclosure is not the best alternative. Working with a real estate professional who negotiates with the bank for the satisfaction of the loan will allow the homeowner to move on with his or her life much quicker, without the negative side effects that a foreclosure has.]]></description>
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<title>Alternatives to Foreclosures and Bankruptcies For Distressed Homeowners</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:09:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Homeowners who are behind in payments, have a house in need of repairs, and owe more than the house is worth have better alternatives than declaring bankruptcy and having their homes foreclosed. The consequences of these two options can lead to lawsuits and IRS problems. Working with a real estate professional can alleviate a great deal of stress and pressure, eliminate lawsuits, and reduce your tax consequences.]]></description>
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<title>7 Tips to Creating a Business Plan For Real Estate Professionals</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jul 2010 08:05:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The successful real estate investor has already established his or her vision and strategy and now needs to plan out how to execute and turn the vision into a reality. The purpose of an effective business plan is to detail precisely how the business will be run.]]></description>
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<title>Statistical Benefits of a Home Based Business Versus Traditional Job</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2010 15:45:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We've all grown up listening to instructions on how to live the American Dream: go to school to get a good education, get a good job working for someone else, and you will be taken care of, and have a nice retirement plan in your golden years. Is this 'American Dream' still in place? As of the Summer of 2010, unemployment rate has been just under 10% (though REAL unemployment is estimated 20%).]]></description>
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<title>Numismatic Silver Coins As a Profitable Online Business?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:44:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Work from home jobs and online businesses not only enable you to work at the time of your choice, but can also help you earn a full income. An Online Numismatic silver coin business is one such opportunity to earn additional income and start a profitable online business because of the popularity of silver coins in the US.]]></description>
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<title>Coin Collecting As a Profitable Online Business?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 12:55:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Investing in gold and silver numismatic coins is an effective method of earning a profitable income while working from the comfort of your home. 20% of online, work from home businesses generate between $100,000 and $500,000 in revenue per year. This article will detail how you can have a successful online business investing in gold and silver coins.]]></description>
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<title>Creating Your Real Estate Investing Vision</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 10:51:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What is a vision statement? It is a clearly stated desired outcome for the future of your business. It's what you think your company will be like in one, two, five, ten, or however many years down the road. A clear vision statement makes each business day a bit easier.]]></description>
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<title>Brief Assessment of Pre-Foreclosure Real Estate Buying Strategies</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:11:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In this current economic condition, the demand for a creative real estate investor who knows and understands the different strategies and options available to distressed homeowners is at an all-time high. While this next decade will bring more economic hardship to more Americans than any other time in our nation's history, it will also provide more millionaire opportunities for those investors who are able to invest in the knowledge and take action. Here is a brief summary of the myriad purchase strategies most successful real estate investors employ to distinguish our purchase process from that of realtors.]]></description>
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<title>Why Using Other People's Money in Fix and Flips is Beneficial</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 07:51:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The benefits of using other people's money when performing fix and flips is that you greatly minimize your financial risk, you increase your ROI, and minimize your opportunity costs to perform multiple transactions at one time. Given that you know what you are doing it is generally optimal to borrow money to minimize the amount of cash you have in the project to increase your returns using whatever set of metrics that you deem as appropriate.]]></description>
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<title>Tips to Analyzing a Fix and Flip Opportunity</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 07:04:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is more to determining a successful fix and flip than what you see on TV. Performing the repairs is only a small part of the project. It does you no good to perform the work if you're not going to make a profit on the transaction. Understanding the financial projections of the fix and flip is the most important part of this strategy. ]]></description>
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<title>4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Investing in Real Estate Education</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 16:15:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The fact is, you will pay to learn real estate investing. Either by mistakes, missed opportunities, or education you will learn. The smartest way to have a successful career is to educate yourself. With so many choices out there, how do you decide which book, product, or program will work best for you? It really depends on how you learn. Before committing to any type of educational program, ask yourself the 4 questions in this article.]]></description>
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<title>Secrets to Attracting Motivated Sellers</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jun 2010 08:46:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What is the most effective method of advertising in which to connect to your target market? The answer to this question is where many real estate professionals struggle. This article will detail how to get a double digit response rate to your target market!]]></description>
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<title>What Are Forensic Loan Audits, and Do They Work?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2010 18:53:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is estimated that up to 95% of mortgages may be legally unenforceable due to defects like lost documents, improper notices, appraisal and/or predatory lending. Lenders are concerned about going to court over TILA and RESPA violations because it is very hard for a bank to mount an effective defense against people who can prove that their loan contained these violations. And to go to court and fight every claim can be both time consuming and expensive. Banks would rather see the problem corrected without having to go to court.]]></description>
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<title>Why You Should Have an Online Business in Today's Economy</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2010 08:45:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people ask 'Why should I start a business? I have a job and things are going very well for me.' ]]></description>
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<title>5 Effective Internet Marketing Tips That Really Work!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 15:57:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are running an online home business but wondering how to do it effectively and make money, then this is the perfect article for you! There are hundreds if not thousands of online business opportunities available online now and there are several articles and resources that can give you business tips. But which ones really work? The purpose of this article is to give you 5 Internet Marketing Tips that have worked for me and will definitely work for you too.]]></description>
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<title>5 Tips to Making an Effective Sales Presentation</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 16:17:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When my business partner and I first became involved in one of our companies, we were guilty of talking too much. I remember we were meeting a lady who liked the product and service and was about 90% certain to buy. We met her at a coffee shop and proceeded to tell her every little reason possible of why she should buy the product... for 3 hours! Our poor perspective customer maybe got 5 words in the entire time. Needless to say, she never purchased the product... or returned a phone call from us. We lost a very large commission and a potential business associate that day by talking way too much.]]></description>
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<title>Is it Better to Invest in Silver Or Gold in This Economy?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2010 11:50:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In 1970, the price of gold averaged $35.94/oz. By the end of the decade, its average was $306/oz, or an increase of about 1000%! Not a bad return. In 1970, the price of silver was only $1.63 per ounce. By the end of the decade, it had risen to almost $22 per ounce! This was an increase of around 1400%. Would you rather invest a smaller amount and receive a higher return? These past results make the future of silver attractive. Right now, silver prices are hovering in the range of $17 per ounce. Just imagine, silver prices skyrocketing to around $225 per ounce in the next year.]]></description>
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<title>How Mortgage Delinquencies Affect One's Credit Score</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2010 09:40:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In the past, FICO has been very secretive about the effects of a foreclosure or short sale on the homeowners' credit, and as such, we in Real Estate have been unable to give direct answers. Well now FICO has finally opened up and revealed a little more about what the effects of a foreclosure or short sale will be on a credit score.]]></description>
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<title>5 Successful Steps to a Profitable Real Estate Career</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2010 11:14:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Think about something that you have been good at or had success with in the past, be it a sport or hobby. What separated you from the others? Chances are, you understood the ins and outs of what you were good at, you were focused, had a good plan and executed it, surrounded yourself with others who shared a similar passion, and was coached by a successful, experienced person. Having a thriving career in Real Estate is no different.]]></description>
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<title>Are There Pitfalls to Loan Modifications?</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 27 Mar 2010 09:37:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The simple answer is it depends on your situation as the negatives may not outweigh the advantages of lowering your monthly mortgage payment in the first place. A loan modification, according to loanmortgage.]]></description>
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<title>The New Rule For Buying a Home - Using Owner Financing</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:03:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The American Dream; what does it mean to you? People have different jobs or hobbies or passions in life, but one constant remains the same among all of us, and this common thread that unites our dreams is that of home ownership! Unfortunately, in this current economy, achieving the dream of home ownership is becoming more difficult than any time in recent history.]]></description>
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<title>7 Common Options For Homeowners Facing Foreclosure</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:36:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Despite the media seemingly blaming a subprime loan program that affected 3-5% of the population for our foreclosure woes, the reality is that the combination of job loss and dropping home values have created a perfect storm of financial disasters for many normal families. Bad things happen to good people, and the purpose of this article is to provide people with options available to them during the foreclosure process.]]></description>
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<title>5 Simple, Common, &amp; Preventable Mistakes Made by New Investors</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:31:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As Peter Drucker stated about being a successful entrepreneur, "It's not magic, it's not mysterious, and it has nothing to do with the genes. It's a discipline. And, like any discipline, it can be learned." The good news is that everyone has an opportunity to be successful in this business. The purpose of this article is to assist you with your success by pointing out some of the following common mistakes that many new real estate investors make.]]></description>
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<title>Bird Dogging - How to Take Action in Real Estate</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 11:12:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Understandably, many people who realize that real estate is the way to build wealth don't necessarily want to invest the time and effort into an industry that they may not like. So what is the best way to get involved safely in real estate investing without risking too much of your time or money? Get started as a Bird Dog.]]></description>
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<title>The 7 Steps to Successful Negotiations For Real Estate Investors</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:29:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Negotiations is not a science, rather it is an art and the degree of success most often depends on the negotiator's knowledge and application of various tips, strategies, and tactics. Successful negotiators are able to find the motivated seller's "why" or pain point and what the consequences are if they do not sell their house. Understanding how to obtain this powerful information can be the difference between a successful real estate professional and a struggling one. The purpose of this article is to assist the professional on the 7 steps to take in order to put yourself in the best possible position to achieve a successful transaction.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding the Value of Multi-Family Units</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:26:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Owning an apartment complex is not as difficult as it may seem.  Like any other discipline, successful investing in multi-family dwellings can be learned and private capital can be raised to acquire these units if you have the proper education.  The purpose of this article is to provide you with the understanding of the basics of multi-family valuation, what capitalization rate is, and how increasing revenue or decreasing expenses can create massive amounts of equity.]]></description>
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<title>The Value of Analyzing Your Market For Beginning Real Estate Investors</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:58:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The absolute key to meeting your goals and having your success as a Real Estate Investor in buying and selling single family residences, multi-family units, and/or commercial real estate is a complete and thorough understanding of VALUE. Understanding the value of the potential property is the basis for all sound investment decisions.]]></description>
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<title>The 5 Simple Steps of Wholesaling Properties For Beginners</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:44:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the best strategies to use for beginning real estate investors is Wholesaling. Why is this technique a great beginning? Because wholesaling properties does not require the investor to use any of his or her credit or money to complete the deal (as long as you know what you are doing).]]></description>
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<title>The Basics of Short Sales For Beginning Real Estate Investors</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:41:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Short sales are generally used when the seller is both behind on payments and owes more than the property is worth. This strategy is a good way to create equity on a property that doesn't currently exist.]]></description>
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<title>Buying 'Subject To' - The Ultimate No Money No Credit Real Estate Investing Strategy</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 13:35:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The use of the term 'subject to' is in relation to purchasing a property "subject to the sellers existing mortgage remaining in place." This phrase means that at closing, the property is titled in the buyer's name, but the loan is still in the seller's name. Therefore, you are buying the property 'subject to' the sellers existing mortgage payments. As you can see, purchasing 'subject to' is a 'Win-Win-Win' for all parties involved. It is a 'Win' for the motivated seller because they have peace of mind.]]></description>
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<title>Sell Your House Quickly Using Seller Financing</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:27:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Trying to buy or sell a house is extremely difficult due to current lending policies by banks. A popular and easy to execute strategy that offers a solution to both sides financing dilemma is known as Seller Financing. Seller financing is when the owner takes a second note, or even finances the entire purchase of the property in order to assist the seller in financing a real estate transaction. In this current market place, understanding the why and how-to of seller financing may be the quickest and easiest way for real estate transactions to occur!]]></description>
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<title>The Importance of Using Other People's Money When Investing in Real Estate</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 09:05:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Suppose you have $50,000. All things being equal, would it make more money to invest all $50k into one deal, or invest $10k into 5 different deals? Leveraging other people's resources to allow you to do multiple deals rather than putting all of your valuable eggs in one basket should allow you to receive greater returns!]]></description>
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<title>5 Steps For Beginners to Ensure Real Estate Investing Success</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 16:24:20 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When beginning as a real estate investor, you must create a basic plan and processes for your business. Unfortunately, many new real estate investors fail to view or treat their career as an investor as a business; rather they treat it like a hobby.]]></description>
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<title>Why Real Estate Investing is the Best Type of Investing to Get Into in This Economy</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 15:36:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Why is now the perfect time to get involved in real estate? Because of positive monthly cash flow, appreciation, tax advantages, and leverage. With real estate, it is possible to turn a small investment into a massive empire!]]></description>
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