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Flip foreclosures for BIG money

May 2, 2008 in Foreclosure Deals, Foreclosure Flip Tips, Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure Training, Foreclosure Webinar, Foreclosure Webinars, Foreclosure training workshops, Real Estate School, Real Estate Training, Uncategorized by Foreclosure.com | 1 comment

Pocket enormous profits with bank-owned foreclosure properties — also known as Real Estate Owned (REO) — with expert tips and time-saving short cuts from renowned real estate investing guru, Lance Young.

“Break the Bank with Foreclosures” is scheduled for Tuesday, May 6 at 4 p.m. ET. To catch the LIVE educational session CLICK HERE.

From how to spot money-making deals to negotiating drastically reduced sale prices, Lance will cover all the steps you need to follow to be a successful investor during this 90-minute online educational training workshop.

Definitely sit-in on this training experience if you want to:

Learn about the best REO deals to pursue
Understand the reasons banks want to get rid of REOs as quickly as possible
Pick up three proven methods for finding sweet REO deals
Know what to do after you have found an REO
Negotiate rock-bottom prices
Write real estate contracts to your advantage

Negotiate with lenders and flip amazing REO deals for huge cash profits right now before it’s too late! Lenders and banks are motivated to sell real estate inventory fast and cheap now more than ever and are often willing to slash their prices.

This is your chance to get in on the action once and for all!

Register for “Break the Bank with Foreclosures” now and flip real estate FAST for BIG money!! CLICK HERE … class sizes are limited.

Webinars are LIVE educational sessions that let participants see, hear and interact with real estate experts right from their personal computer screens. In fact, Webinars are driven in part by visitor feedback and questions that are posed during the sessions. For more information and course offerings click here.

Free training: Make money real estate

April 23, 2008 in Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure Training, Foreclosure Webinar, Foreclosure Webinars, Foreclosure training workshops, Real Estate School, Real Estate Training by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Provide financial security for your family and retire early with FREE real estate investing advice that will be revealed during this 90-minute online wealth-building training session with multimillionaire, Robert Shemin.

“BIG BIG Money Real Estate” is scheduled for Thursday, April 24 at 4 p.m. ET. To catch the LIVE educational session CLICK HERE.

Learn simply and easily that making big money in real estate is easier than you think. In fact, there are seven keys to making your fortune in real estate in today’s market, which Robert — a national wealth expert, best-selling author and highly sought after public speaker — is going to walk you through step-by-step.

Robert will also teach you:

How to analyze any deal in 30 minutes or less
How to get the deals financed even if your credit stinks
How to have back up plans if your plan “A” doesn’t work
How to double your money in one third of the time
How to protect your assets

Robert has been involved in more than 1,000 real estate transactions throughout his successful career and is now going to share his secrets with you … totally FREE!

Register for “BIG BIG Money Real Estate” now and double your money with real estate! CLICK HERE … class sizes are limited.

Real estate investing tips

March 24, 2008 in Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure News, Foreclosure Training, Foreclosure Webinar, Foreclosure Webinars, Foreclosure training workshops, Real Estate Investing, Real Estate School by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Join us for a LIVE online presentation tomorrow (Tuesday, March 25) at 4 p.m. ET to learn a powerful investment technique that lets you buy as many properties as you want regardless of your credit or financial situation.

“Ultimate Real Estate Investing” is an interactive 90-minute educational experience that will show you how to rake in huge monthly profits with a successful investment technique know as, “Sub2.”

Real estate investment guru William Tingle has taken the deeds over on more than 200 properties and continues to buy 20-25 properties per year in this manner. During this 90-minute online presentation, William is going to reveal one of the best kept secrets in successful real estate investing.

William will discuss:

What is “Sub2″?
What are the advantages of buying this way?
How does this process work?
How to create cashflow for LIFE
The booming future of “Sub2″

Definitely tune-in to learn how to have sellers deed their properties to you and leave the existing financing in place for BIG money during this one-of-a-kind Foreclosure.com Webinar.

To reserve a spot now CLICK HERE. Spots are limited.

Of course, we will also open the floor up to you during an interactive question and answer session. Remember, if the timing is bad and you can’t make the LIVE presentation tomorrow please remember that we will email you the recorded version as soon as possible … there’s no excuse to miss this great training opportunity!

Webinars are LIVE 90-minute educational sessions that let participants see, hear and interact with real estate experts right from their personal computer screens. In fact, Webinars are driven in part by visitor feedback and questions that are posed during the sessions. For more information and course offerings click here.

Buy real estate with other peoples money

March 14, 2008 in Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure News, Foreclosure Training, Foreclosure Webinar, Foreclosure Webinars, Foreclosure training workshops, Real Estate Investing, Real Estate School, Real Estate Training by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Join us for a LIVE online presentation on Tuesday, March 18 at 4 p.m. ET to learn how to find partners to finance your real estate deals with little to no personal risk!

“Huge Profits with Other People’s Money” is an interactive 90-minute educational experience that will show you how to generate major profits without risking a dime of your own money or without borrowing a lot of cash.

Howard Small — a well-known and highly successful investor, author, trainer and mentor who has made a personal fortune in real estate thanks to other people’s money (OPM) — will share his expert tips and strategies.

Howard will teach you how to:

Make money in foreclosures without investing your own money
Purchase preforeclosures with nothing down
Rake-in huge profits by referring deals to other investors
Flip deals for super fast cash in less than 10 days

From first-time flippers to experienced investors alike, learning the ins-and-outs of leveraging OPM is an invaluable investment technique that is potentially life-changing.

Definitely tune-in to learn all about this rare opportunity to create wealth from nothing!

To reserve a spot now CLICK HERE. Spots are limited.

How to flip foreclosures?

February 28, 2008 in Foreclosure Flip Tips, Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure News, Foreclosure Training, Foreclosure Webinar, Foreclosure Webinars, Foreclosure training workshops, Real Estate School, Real Estate Training by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Join us for a LIVE online presentation on Tuesday, March 11 at 4 p.m. ET to learn how to discover unbelievable real estate deals, flip them for huge profits and get rich fast

“Fortune at Your Fingertips” is an interactive 90-minute educational experience that will demonstrate how to put the Internet to work for you so you can make huge real estate profits.

“America’s #1 Real Estate Expert,” Robert Irwin, is personally going to show you how to find investment homes up to 50 percent off retail price to earn mind boggling riches.

Find unbelievable real estate deals on the Internet for up to 50 percent off retail price with proven tips and advice!

Robert will teach you:

Everything you need you can find online
The basics of investing in real estate don’t change
Use the Internet to invest in foreclosures
Use the Internet to invest in commercial and other types of real estate
What you need do to get started

Robert is a superstar within the real estate industry because of his innovative investment techniques.

To reserve a spot now CLICK HERE. Spots are limited.

Real estate school: Future wealthy investors on Foreclosure.com three-day one-on-one training retreat

January 21, 2008 in Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure News, Foreclosure Training, Foreclosure training workshops, Foreclosure.com Retreat, Real Estate Investing, Real Estate School by Foreclosure.com | No comments

We’ve already passed along the great news about The Foreclosure.com Three-Day One-On-One Real Estate Training Retreat and the enormous benefits that it contains.

Now we want to share what some of our students are saying about the experience:

Put simply, The Foreclosure.com Three-Day One-On-One Real Estate Training Retreat is the most comprehensive and intensive real estate training seminar available anywhere.

Don’t take our word for it … just listen to the positive reviews above.

We’ll take you by the hand, teach you everything you need to know about real estate, and stay in touch long after the information-packed event to ensure that you exceed your expectations.

And don’t worry about “current market conditions.” That’s because now, believe it or not, is the best time to invest in real estate – there are ridiculous deals on every corner!

Let us show you how to cash in on them at the Foreclosure.com Three-Day One-On-One Real Estate Training Retreat.

You’ve waited long enough … it’s time to turn over that new leaf and begin to reap the financial benefits of investing in foreclosure real estate. Because the longer you wait, the more money you’re missing out on.

Learn more now. CLICK HERE.

Real estate school: Foreclosure.com three-day one-on-one training retreat

January 14, 2008 in Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure News, Foreclosure Training, Foreclosure training workshops, Foreclosure.com Retreat, Real Estate Investing, Real Estate School, Real Estate Training by Foreclosure.com | 2 comments

Brad Geisen – President and CEO of Foreclosure.com

The Foreclosure.com Three-Day One-On-One Real Estate Training Retreat is a LIVE hands-on learning experience.

From walking through actual foreclosure properties to role playing to analyzing potential deals, we’ll uncover the money-making real estate investment system of Foreclosure.com Founder, President, CEO and self-made millionaire, Brad Geisen, from A to Z.

Here’s a video “sneak peak” of what it’s like behind the scenes:

And here’s just some of what you will learn during a Foreclosure.com retreat:

Where to find amazing home deals and how to work them
How to determine the investment strategy that best suits your personality and time commitment
What to say to distressed homeowners, brokers, agents and banks
Negotiating skills that will put thousands of dollars in your pocket virtually overnight
How to secure financing and put together “rehab teams”

This three-day intensive course is designed just for you to pick the brains of many of the top minds in the business, soak up an infinite amount of knowledge, ask questions and leave no stone unturned.

Put simply, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime to learn the ins-and-outs of successful real estate investing.

Register now before it’s to late — class sizes are limited to just 20 future wealthy investors! CLICK HERE for more details or call 866.382.2439.

Location: Dane County, Wisconsin
City: Madison
Price: $237,500
Zestimate™: $268,000
Difference: $30,500

This three-bedroom, two bathroom contemporary home sits on less than a half-acre of land in the Ice Age Falls subdivision. It is conveniently situated within driving distance to major cities such as Milwaukee and Chicago, Ill. The two-story home is also adjacent to Park Greenway and bike path — perfect for children and young families!

Note: other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $166,000 up to $270,500. For more property details or to speak with a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

What’s the deal of the day? We comb through our nationwide database of more than 1.2 million distressed real estate listings to showcase some of the best investments available on our Web site each morning. These listings represent just a small fraction of the amazing investment opportunities available at Foreclosure.com. To find more bargains like the one pictured above search Foreclosure.com or sign-up for FREE Email Listing Alerts.

January 13, 2008 by Foreclosure.com | 2 comments

Location: Clackamas County, Oregon
City: Estacada
Price: $429,900
Zestimate™: $477,000
Difference: $47,100

This five-bedroom, two bathroom home is located just outside Portland and sits on five level acres of land. It comes with a new roof that was just installed in 2003, as well as features a vaulted ceiling in the living room, large country kitchen with bay window, a large patio and much more. In addition, there’s a scenic view of Mt. Hood view from property!

Note: other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $240,044 up to $763, 500. For more property details or to speak with a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

What’s the deal of the day? We comb through our nationwide database of more than 1.2 million distressed real estate listings to showcase some of the best investments available on our Web site each morning. These listings represent just a small fraction of the amazing investment opportunities available at Foreclosure.com. To find more bargains like the one pictured above search Foreclosure.com or sign-up for FREE Email Listing Alerts.

January 10, 2008 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Real Estate Quote: Foreclosure auction intimidation

January 10, 2008 in Foreclosure Auction, Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure News, Investing, Sheriff Sale by Foreclosure.com | No comments

“That world inside there is very competitive…. And their intent would be to raise your price so that you will not come back again.”

– Julian Dominguez, who’s been investing in foreclosures and guiding others through it from more than 20 years, shares some insight via CBS4.com on what the atmosphere is sometimes like during a public foreclosure auction. In short, it’s not uncommon for experienced investors to manipulate, intimidate or take advantage of new faces. Therefore, it’s always a smart move to attend a few auctions before actually bidding on a house during one. This will give you time to get a feel for the mood in the room and also meet with some of the other “regulars.” For more on the firsthand foreclosure auction experience click here.

Location: Lancaster County, Nebraska
City: Lincoln
Price: $130,500
Zestimate™: $163,671
Difference: $33,171

This two-bedroom, 1.75 bathroom home is located just outside where all the action takes place in Lincoln. It’s also a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)-owned home. HUD auctions its Real Estate Owned (REO) properties via sealed bid. Contact the real estate agent to view this HUD foreclosure property and to submit a sealed bid.

Note: other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $128,529 up to $177,568. For more property details or to speak with a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

January 9, 2008 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Kaloko “Big Island,” Hawaii
City: Kailua Kona
Price: $412,650
Zestimate™: $481,859
Difference: $69,209

This three-bedroom, one bathroom home is an ideal “starter home or investment rental” located at the top of Kona Wonderview. It boasts a nice back yard with picket fence, two storage sheds and additional parking on front lawn.

Just a couple coats of paint and a little TLC and you’re move in ready!

Note: other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $396,667 up to $681,807. For more property details or to speak with a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

January 8, 2008 by Foreclosure.com | 2 comments

Location: Leoma County, Tennessee
City: Leoma
Price: $95,000
Zestimate™: $121,457
Difference: $26,457

This three-bedroom, two bathroom home is located in southern Tennessee near the Alabama and Mississippi borders. It is also about equidistant from major cities such as Memphis and Nashville.

Note: other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $65,766 up to $189,453. For more property details or to speak with a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

January 7, 2008 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Tulsa County, Oklahoma
City: Owasso
Price: $154,900
Zestimate™: $157,248
Difference: $2,348

This three-bedroom, two bathroom home is located just outside of Tulsa. It is relatively new construction (2002) that could use a few small upgrades such as sod that will add instant value to a nice property.

Just button-up — it looks mighty chilly in the “Sooner State” in that picture.

Note: other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $141,692 up to $188,430. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

January 4, 2008 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Clark County, Nevada
City: Las Vegas
Price: $314,900
Zestimate™: $419,029
Difference: $104,129

This five-bedroom, three bathroom home is located in “sought-after” Silverado Trails. There’s a pool and spa with Kool decking, as well as granite upgrades throughout the house. Give this one a look if moving to the “Sin City” area … it’s a nice find.

Note: other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $316,031 up to $593,714. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

January 3, 2008 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Washington County, Rhode Island
City: North Kingstown
Price: $489,160
Zestimate™: $499,900
Difference: $10,740

This five-bedroom, 3.5 bath is billed as a “private paradise,” sitting on more than one acre of property in a charming neighborhood. It is located in a very nice area that is close to the popular waterfront hotspot near Newport Beach. We’ve passed along better “deals” in terms of listing price vs. Zestimate, however consider that other homes in this vicinity sell for up to $800,000!

In fact, other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $412,047 up to $798,320. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

January 2, 2008 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Platte County, Missouri
City: Parkville
Price: $369,900
Zestimate™: $458,613
Difference: $88,713

This four-bedroom, four bath home is located in the suburbs outside Kansas City. This is a great home at a great price for a family who needs a little extra space with more than 3,000 square feet with which to work.

Note: Other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $256,563 up to $471,402. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

December 20, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Prince William County, Virginia
City: Woodbridge
Price: $331,000
Zestimate™: $443,495
Difference: $112,495

This four-bedroom, 2.5 bath country front porch colonial home is conveniently situated just outside major metropolitan areas such as Washington D.C., as well as near the Maryland border. It comes with hardwood floors, a gourmet kitchen with new Corian countertops, vaulted ceilings and more. This is a great price for a real nice home for those who are looking at real estate in this area of the United States.

Note: Other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $375,724 up to $501,116. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

December 19, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Benton County, Arkansas
City: Siloam Springs
Price: $107,000
Zestimate™: $117,071
Difference: $10,071

Note: Other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $110,071 up to $159,127. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

There aren’t many deals we pass along from “The Natural” state because we have so many others that have more profit potential. This property, however, is a classic two-bedroom and two-bathroom home set on a nice plot of land. It’s also a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)-owned home. HUD auctions its Real Estate Owned (REO) properties via sealed bid. Contact the real estate agent to view this HUD foreclosure property and to submit a sealed bid.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

December 17, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Wake County, North Carolina
City: Wake Forest
Price: $399,000
Zestimate™: $452,815
Difference: $53,815

Note: Other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $425,614 up to $479,412. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

This four-bedroom home is set in suburbs just outside Raleigh, N.C. It’s relatively new construction (2002) and sold for $410,000 just last year. Talk about a great opportunity to get into a beautiful house in a prime location at a bargain price. It’s even possible that the broker will accept less than listing price. Call him. His name is Tom.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

November 29, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | 1 comment

Location: Elkhart County, Indiana
City: Middlebury
Price: $100,500
Zestimate™: $150,645
Difference: $50,145

Note: Other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $105,380 up to $256,404. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

This classic four-bedroom, two bathroom home is located just a few miles east of South Bend — home to the college community of the University of Notre Dame. Looks to be in solid condition and appears to be a great starter home for a young family.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

November 28, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Exclusive holiday promo discount for Foreclosure.com blog readers

November 27, 2007 in Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure News, National Foreclosure Data, National Foreclosure Listings by Foreclosure.com | 2 comments

Ho-Ho-Ho …

Foreclosure.com is in the mood to spread some cheer this holiday season with a special discount on our monthly subscription service to access more than 1.2 million distressed real estate listings nationwide.

That’s right, we’re chopping 25 percent of the original price for the month of December just for our blog readers, ensuring that you receive total access to the most comprehensive and reliable foreclosure listings on the Web for the cheapest price.

“Other” so-called foreclosure listing sites charge up to $50 for a subscription, which is rather expensive to be perfectly honest. This special limited-time offer enables you to lock-in a price that is nearly half the amount the competition wants you to pay!

Take advantage of this discount now and reap the rewards well into the New Year — the 25 percent discount will remain effective each month if you sign-up now (enter promo code: holidaysavings) even after the offer expires on December 31.

It’s the perfect gift to motivate you or someone close who has “talked about” getting rich with real estate. That’s because the time to invest is NOW … foreclosure deals are everywhere!

In just a few short days (believe it or not) the New Year will be upon us … and this offer will expire if you don’t act now. Do yourself a favor and capitalize on this great deal and use it to your financial benefit through 2008 and beyond.

To lock-in this special limited-time holiday savings from Foreclosure.com CLICK HERE. Fill out the quick form on the registration page and enter “holidaysavings” (don’t include the “”) in the section where it says “Click here to enter promo code.”

Best of luck in your search. And once again the Foreclosure.com team wishes you and yours a happy, safe and successful New Year.

Location: Forsyth County, Georgia
City: Cumming
Price: $344,900
Zestimate™: $456,404
Difference: $111,504

Note: Other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $323,568 up to $456,404. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

This massive five-bedroom, four bathroom home is located in a great neighborhood just north of Atlanta. Some other superlatives:

Full basement
Bonus room
Kitchen with granite countertops
Deluxe master bath
Two-car garage
Fenced-in yard

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

November 27, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: District of Columbia County, Washington D.C.
City: Washington D.C.
Price: $326,000
Zestimate™: $558,202
Difference: $232,202

Note: Other comparable listings in this neighborhood range from $352,935 up to $630,990. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

This three-bedroom, two bathroom home is ideally located just minutes from downtown Washington, D.C. With a living area size more than 2,100 sq. ft. — and a whopping reduced price — this listing can be a steal for first-time homebuyers and investors alike.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

November 26, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Suffolk County, Massachusetts
City: Dorchester
Price: $130,000
Zestimate™: $510,215
Difference: $380,215

Note: Other comparable listings in the area range from $439,601 up to $510,215. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

Ever hear of the saying, “Purchase the ugliest house on the prettiest block?” It’s an old real estate investor-ism that essentially translates into instant equity. This property is one of those examples. That’s because this house needs work, but once it is all spruced up the financial return could be staggering.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

November 20, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Cook County, Illinois
City: Skokie
Price: $399,000
Zestimate™: $588,083
Difference: $189,083

Note: Other comparable listings in the area range from $473,721 up to $689,195. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

November 13, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Foreclosure auction: What happens at a Sheriff Sale

November 12, 2007 in Foreclosure Auction, Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure News, Investing, Sheriff Sale by Foreclosure.com | 3 comments

We receive several inquiries almost daily about what it’s like to attend a local foreclosure home auction. It’s hard to answer because each county varies in terms of organization, competition and atmosphere.

(Note: For more background information on auctions and sheriff sales click here and here.)

To provide some sort of context we decided to send one of our staff members to the Palm Beach County Courthouse located in West Palm Beach, Florida, to sit-in on one of two weekly foreclosure auctions (Tuesday and Thursday.)

Here is her report:

Read the rest of this entry »

Location: Salt Lake County, Utah
City: Sandy
Price: $900,000
Zestimate™: $990,611
Difference: $90,611

Note: Other comparable listings in the area range from $565,172 up to $1,669,113. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

This is a sprawling five bedroom, five bathroom home with a five car garage and basement. It’s also situated in a great neighborhood in the scenic mountains.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

November 12, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Michael Jackson: Neverland Ranch foreclosure listing on Foreclosure.com

November 9, 2007 in California Foreclosure Homes, Celebrity Foreclosures, Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure News, Preforeclosure Investing, Preforeclosures by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Even the rich and famous are not immune from foreclosure situations.

Case in point: Pop superstar and cultural musical icon since the late 1960s, Michael Jackson, is in jeopardy of losing his sprawling 2,800-acre Neverland Ranch in Los Olivos, Calif., to the lender, which recently filed a notice of default in the amount of $23 million.

We sift through countless distressed nationwide real estate listings each and every day. In fact, at press time we had more than 1.5 million listings currently available on Foreclosure.com.

With this massive volume of accurate data it is hard to point out each and every instance. We’ve been doing it more and more with our “Deal of the Day.”

However, we felt compelled to pass along this latest news of the Jackson foreclosure to illustrate that unexpected situations constantly emerge that can trigger a default notice — and it can happen to anyone.

To check out the listing on Foreclosure.com at 5225 Figueroa Mountain Road in Santa Barbara County click here.

It’s important to note that this property is in preforeclosure. Indeed, Jackson still owns it and the bank has not repossessed it … yet. In fact, he has about 120 days (February 2008) to bring the loan current and stop foreclosure.

On the other hand, an independent investor can also work out a deal with Jackson and the bank in the next few months to purchase the ranch while it’s in preforeclosure. He no longer lives there, which means that it may be possible to settle for far less than the $23 million owed to the lender.

Who knows …. someone could be in for a real “Thriller.” That’s because there is no telling if the elephants, giraffes and other animals, as well as the high-end toys that could be included in a package deal.

Location: Maricopa County, Arizona
City: Anthem
Price: $475,000
Zestimate™: $723,747
Difference: $248,747

Note: Other comparable listings in this desirable neighborhood range from $649,000 up to $848,118. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

This four bedroom, 3.5 bathroom single-family home has more than 3,200 sq. ft. with a two-car garage and basement. It represents great value because it is already available at an enormous discount and there is more than likely room to negotiate with the lender on reducing the cost even more.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

November 8, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | 1 comment

Location: Collin County, Texas
City: McKinney
Price: $305,000
Zestimate™: $455,347
Difference: $149,847

Note: Other comparable listings in the area range from $345,431 up to $913,141. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

There is a really nice four bedroom, four bathroom single-family home behind that massive tree … trust us. It’s also located in a great neighborhood.

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

October 31, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: Palm Beach County, Florida
City: Lake Worth
Price: $295,000
Zestimate™: $474,632
Difference: $179,632

Note: Other comparable listings in the area range from $333,729 to almost $598,710. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

This three bedroom, two bathroom single-family home is located just minutes from local beaches — prime real estate in South Florida!

To check out some of the other “Deals of the Day” feel free to visit our archive.

October 30, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | 1 comment

Location: Arapahoe County, Colorado
City: Englewood
Price: $1,450,000
Zestimate: $2,177,772
Difference: $727,772

Note: Other comparable listings in the area range from $1,876,981 to almost $3 million. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

Don’t get sticker shock! This gorgeous 5,224 sq. ft. five bedroom home is the epitome of what real estate investing is all about. It possesses instant equity to the tune of almost one million dollars.

Unbelievable.

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October 29, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

California foreclosure homes — Deal of the Day

October 26, 2007 in Bank-owned homes, California Foreclosure Homes, Fixer Uppers, Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure News, REO Deals, REO Properties by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location: San Joaquin, California
City: Stockton
Price: $655,000
Zestimate: $1,070,025
Difference: $415,025

Note: Other comparable listings in the area range from $477,013 to more than $1 million. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

This one is on the high end in terms of price, but the long-term profit potential is astronomical.

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Location: Hartford County, Connecticut
City: Hartford
Price: $65,000
Zestimate: $251,639
Difference: $186,639

Note: Other comparable listings in the area range from $248,493 to $262,853. For more property details or to talk to a local real estate agent/broker about this listing CLICK HERE.

This one needs work, but the value is there for the taking.

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October 24, 2007 by Foreclosure.com | No comments

Location, location, location and real estate: Turn a cliche into cash

August 6, 2007 in Foreclosure Investment Opportunities, Foreclosure.com News by Foreclosure.com | 1 comment

Location and real estate go together like peas and carrots.

Cliche? Without a doubt.

But there’s a reason that the phrase “Location, location, location” is has such a familiar ring to it — because it is true. Buyers who have the foresight to capitalize on real estate opportunities in desirable areas early often enjoy the financial rewards sooner rather than later.

Sure, numerous buyers often step in … er, get lucky when it comes to finding hot locations. Sometimes there’s just no telling that a neighborhood or town is on the verge of resurgence before it’s too late. However, it’s sometimes simple to manufacture good fortune rather than just crossing your fingers and hoping for the best.

For example, the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) recently released its, “5 Great Places to Live” in the United States. This is a practical list that takes into consideration culture, work options, mass transit, fitness opportunities, and more — it’s not just a list of ideal destinations for retirees.

Indeed, the article attempts to find the locations that appeal to buyers at all stages of life, from “young families to active retirees, and everyone in between — so that older residents (and there are increasing numbers of them as boomers reach retirement age) are not a drain on a community’s resources but are an asset to them.”

So what does that mean for you as an investor?

The short answer is research locations that appeal to the largest buyer pool possible, particularly areas and neighborhoods that cater to young professionals and senior citizens alike.

This will more than likely ensure that your investment remains equitable (and perhaps appreciates over time), possessing strong resale value.

Here are the AARP top five spots:

Atlanta, Georgia
Portland, Oregon
Chandler, Arizona
Boston, Massachusetts
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

To find distressed properties in these locations remember to check out Foreclosure.com for the best deals in real estate. We update our comprehensive database of more than 1.2 million listings at least twice each day.

And, it’s as easy as pie to search!

Bust or Boom - You Decide

September 14, 2006 in Foreclosure Investment Opportunities by Foreclosure.com | No comments

For the last few months, we have seen countless stories in the newspaper, on television and online that the national housing market bubble is about to burst.

We’re not going to share our opinion on the subject right now because there is too much speculation floating around recently. Instead, we want to discuss the real estate investment market, which is heating up thanks to incredible opportunities cropping up all across the United States.

It’s safe to say that, in general, home sales have slowed and prices have leveled off in most areas compared to the hectic pace of the last few years. Interest rates on mortgages, too, are at historically low levels. And, the inventory of foreclosures, preforeclosures, bankruptcies and tax liens is growing at a consistent rate across the board.

What does all this mean?

It means that right now is a great time for potential homebuyers and investors to start making offers on properties. Indeed, today’s savvy real estate investor has plenty of opportunities to capitalize on good deals.

Let’s face it, the days of multiple offers and contracts closing above list prices are a not-so-distant memory. Even sellers in the general market have become more realistic and motivated as the number of homes for sale has increased.

With more properties from which to choose, investors must spend a little more time sifting through all the deals to make sure they are buying at the right price. But with fewer investors competing for a share of the growing real estate pie, the outlook for making money has never looked more promising.

Flipping preconstruction condominiums and converting apartment complexes into condos may be on the back burner for a while to come. However, buying a distressed property at the right price, repairing and improving it and reselling for a profit is just beginning to simmer.

Forget about all the talk about the bubble bursting. We’re entering an exciting time that is ripe with tremendous deals and unbelievable real estate bargains. Whether or not this new reality of the housing market is a boom or a bust can only be decided by you.

But, take advantage of this opportunity to make money by investing in real estate and “Boom