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When you start getting involved in buying and selling real estate notes, it can seem like there is a secret language, known only to buyers and lenders. “Mortgage” is simple enough, but once phrases like “deeds of trust” and “promissory note” start getting thrown around, the whole thing can start to seem like a confusing…

Already one of the lesser-known investment opportunities, seller financing has earned a poor reputation as the tactic of only the truly desperate. After all, if you are looking for monthly income and already own property, why not just use the property as a rental? In reality, seller financing — also sometimes called “owner financing” or…

Why are individuals or entities like note buyers interested in buying a mortgage note as an investment, and what are the major risks involved? To understand this, we must understand what a mortgage note is. What Is a Mortgage Note? A mortgage note is a written agreement between a property seller and the property’s buyer…

For some property sellers and buyers, a mortgage is an obstacle to full property ownership instead of a vehicle that makes full ownership possible. Sometimes, this is because they enter a seller-financed mortgage without understanding all it entails, and have misconceptions about parts of the process. Here are some frequently asked questions that we’ve answered…

If you’re in the real estate industry, then you are probably familiar with the Dodd Frank legislation that went into effect on January 10, 2014. Dodd Frank and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau were enacted to protect consumers from the predatory loan practices of institutions and lenders. While seller financing is only a small fraction…

If you’re not in real estate, learning the difference between a mortgage vs. promissory note can get complicated and convoluted. They both are important documents that you’ll sign when you buy a home. However, while these documents are both meant to ensure that the lender gets repaid, there are some major differences between the two. …

If you are looking to sell your home that you own free and clear to a family member, then creating a private mortgage note may be right for you. The term private mortgage note is used to refer to a mortgage note that is being offered by an individual or private party. It is meant to…

For note brokers without a budget, effectively marketing your note business and getting the property seller to say yes to your note offer can be difficult tasks. However, even if you are just starting out and don’t have a budget, there are many ways to find sellers and accomplish these goals successfully. “You’re always going…

For many property owners, finding the right company to buy your mortgage notes can be a nerve-wracking experience. In most cases, you don’t get to meet your note buyer one-on-one. Note buyers live in distant cities, so you’ll only communicate via phone or e-mail. So how can you find an experienced and reliable note buyer…

A question that comes up from time to time with many private note sellers is: Can I get scammed when selling my private mortgage note? This is obviously a question that would need to be addressed (and answered) if you are planning on selling your mortgage note on the secondary loan market. Just to be…