Japan’s big banks, unburdened by heavy subprime losses, and stuck with sputtering growth at home, are once again investing and lending abroad, but investors should not expect a string of blockbuster buyouts. Only a few years removed from a bad-loan crisis that pushed many lenders to the brink of collapse and sparked widespread industry consolidation,…
Advice on due diligence and buying and operating mobile home parks effectively has filled dozens and dozens of books, but the general theory of how to make money with mobile home park investments could fit on the back of an envelope. This article will explain in a few, simple steps how to make money in…
The Future of the Boat Slip MarketOver the past 10 years, many investors (especially those who are also boat owners) have undoubtedly read many articles and heard the buzz terms “Dockominiums” and “Rackominiums”. Although the terms are often used incorrectly, they are always used to describe an individually owned “in-water boat slip (wet slip)” or “rack boat…
Buying real estate and building in Nicaragua can be intimidating for first-timers. Beyond the many unknowns, a potential language barrier can make things seem nearly impossible. Fortunately, many pathfinders have successfully navigated the process, proving that it can be done without even needing to be in Nicaragua.Proper planning is vital when buying real estate and…
If you have ever rented an apartment, you can realize the tremendous benefit of owning a multifamily property. While the renters are paying down the mortgage debt of the property, you collect the gains from the appreciation, also known in real estate investing circles as “using other people’s money”. The profitability of a multifamily property…
The Gulf Coast real estate market is flooded with rumors and misunderstandings about the GO Zone that can be quite costly to investors. The GO Zone can be a great investment opportunity, but there are specific requirements you must meet in order to qualify for the tax incentives.About the GO Zone tax breakThe Gulf Opportunity…
Investing in foreign real estate involves a lot of risk, and what you don’t know can really hurt you. When investing in Panama, it is critical that you understand the the possible pitfalls in the purchasing process. Here are six common mistakes to avoid: Mistake #1: Your real estate agent insists that financing will be…
There is a right way and a wrong way to build a billboard. The cost of not building a billboard the right way can be crushing, ranging from $10,000 to move the sign to total loss of your investment if property damage leads to expensive litigation.Find proper placement The first step in building a billboard…
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While property owners can, and do interfere with tenants wanting to sell their small businesses, there are some key steps that a company owner can take to overcome landlord problems.Sooner is better than laterBusiness sellers often believe tell their brokers that they would rather wait to discuss the business’ lease assignment with the landlord, believing is not necessary…
