Buying or Renting?
Real Estate Transactions of Banks
Posted on August 13, 2008 by Rene
Image source: www.co.berks.pa.us The most trend followed today is that National banks are already operating and trying to find a spot in the insurance and securities industries and they are continuing their push to enter into real estate transactions.”? In a 5-3 decision today the Supreme Court ruled that mortgage lending subsidiaries of federally chartered [...]
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Will I Buy a House or Just Rent? (Part 1: Buying: The Pros and Cons)
Posted on June 1, 2008 by Rene
The question that comes to mind in acquiring a house is whether to buy it or rent it. This is a crucial decision. Alot of people think that buying a house is the most advantageous–the “American Dream”. Step back, take stock of the situation, and evlauate the pros and the cons. Buying Pros Over time, [...]
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Are You Homeless?
Posted on March 12, 2008 by Rene
Everyone wants to belong in a home of their own. And by being homeless, I mean not having your own piece of real estate that you truly own 100%. Many of us live in apartments. Some of us lease condo units. Heck even a lot more still live with relatives and friends–perhaps in a dorm [...]
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It pays to buy real estate for investment purposes
Posted on March 10, 2008 by Rene
New developments on how the Bank of Israel handles interests rate would affect the real estate industry both on the corporate and individual level. Reports says that the bank reduced interest rates from 3.75% to 4.25 percent. All this in an attempt to stop the appreciation of the shekel during the first month. One can [...]
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Will I Buy a House or Just Rent? (Part 2: Renting: The Pros and Cons)
Posted on January 5, 2008 by Rene
Renting Pros—When the lease is up, you can just move out. Generally, there is less work and expense in maintaining a home or apartment. A smaller amount of “up-front” cash is needed. Cons—More fixed costs are required for the term of the lease. No matter what happens wit the value of the home, you do [...]
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