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Assignment of Contract: Wholesaling in Northern Virginia You probably heard stories of real estate investors doing transactions with no money, never seeing the properties they invest in, and making good profit. I really didn't see how that could be done. You see, being a hands on type of guy myse...
05/12/2011
Recording deed: "it is too late to get on record today" (a lame title company story from Fairfax County, Virginia) I sold a house today. After both parties signed in the morning, the title company was waiting for the lender to fund the transaction. At 12:59pm I received a message from the title c...
03/18/2011
  2506 Dawn Drive Alexandria, VA 22306 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms For Sale $479,900 Call or TEXT 703-371-9548 to view property Close to Capital Beltway I-495, public transportation, Metro, Old Town Alexandria, shopping, entertainment. Fully Renovated Single Family House NEW KITCHEN: granite counter...
01/27/2011
  Investors Buy Short Sales Short sales are great opportunities for real estate investors. A short sale requires bank approval because the seller is requesting that the bank accept a lower payoff amount that is actually owed on the mortgage. Of course the bank is not willing to allow the house to...
12/16/2010
Canton, GA - Short Sale vs. Foreclosure: Bank of America Strikes Again! I recently lost the opportunity to purchase a house on a short sale with Bank of America in Canton, GA. I had a ratified contract and all the paperwork was submitted to the bank. During the process of waiting, the bank respon...
12/14/2010
Coming Soon 2506 Dawn Drive Alexandria, VA For Sale 2506 Dawn Dr. Alexandria, VA is a fully renovated single family house in a great location! 3 bedrooms 4 full bathrooms New kitchen with granite counter top New bathrooms, master bathroom has whirlpool tub Hardwood floors, new carpet, and fresh p...
11/21/2010
We are buying houses in any condition in Northern Virginia. If your house is distressed needing a lot of work or one that just needs minor repairs, we can buy your house fast with cash and close fast! We can also help you with a “short sale” when you owe the bank more money they your house is cur...
10/25/2010
Bank of America 90 Day Anti-Flipping Policy: Who Benefits? Bank of America is holding up the resale of a house I renovated. Their client, who has a stellar credit rating, is ready to close now and move into their new home. Here is the story. . . One year ago I met the homeowner who was behind pay...
10/21/2010
9722 Fairmont Ave is newly renovated. New kitchen with granite counter top, new cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and tile floor. New bathrooms. Refinished hardwood floors. Fresh paint and new landscaping. Come and see this spectacular looking house in move-in condition. Start living comforta...
09/05/2010
1031 Exchange / Like-Kind Exchanges in Manassas, VA The section of the IRS code which deals with tax-free exchanges of certain property is Section 1031.The general rules for tax-free exchanges are that the properties must be exchanged, similar, and used as an investment or for business. A 1031 ex...
08/22/2010
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My blog contains information that may be helpful for real estate agents, appraisers, investors, home inspectors, and other real estate professionals. I invest in two markets: North Metro Atlanta and Northern Virginia.