Note Investing

The latest edition of JLL’s Investment Intensity Index has San Diego making the cut. “America’s Finest City” took the 29th spot on the top 30 list for global real estate investment intensity. High-tech and innovation helped San Diego rise…

The most common question on a note sellers mind is How much is my note worth? The value of your mortgage note determines how much cash you receive when you sell. Mortgage notes are rarely purchased at face value. You can expect to have a…

Such transactions were almost unheard of a few years ago. But the way of doing business in the real estate sector is changing rapidly. With buyers viewing properties through virtual tours, using FaceTime with their real estate agents and…

If you have tried to get a loan from the bank in the last five years, then you know how strict their requirements can be. Without perfect credit and verifiable income from a steady job, you may find yourself unable to qualify for a bank…

Pandemic aside, what are the best and worst cities for that morning commute?  The Daily Infographic says it can be either a complete cakewalk or an incredibly tedious task.  Indeed…Today’s infographic takes a look at the best and…

Every commercial real estate deal starts with a promise of high returns. But it’s rare for a deal to follow the path of its pro forma. A few will exceed projections, others will fall short and many will actually lose money. The problem…

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics is reporting that the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) was unchanged in October, after increasing 0.2% in September.  Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 1.2% before…

In the case of a lost promissory note, the note holder is not the only one at a loss. Legally, an investor cannot purchase a note without an original copy of that document. So, what can be done? Can you continue selling your note with a…

According to the latest Yardi Matrix Multifamily Report, the average U.S. multifamily rents were flat in October.  However, Yardi says the national numbers appear misleading as the sector is experiencing an ever-increasing…

Notes are held for many types of properties. There is real estate, both commercial and private, cars and even businesses. When a buyer buys a property with seller financing, a promissory note or note, is created. Written notes should at…