There’s been a storm of activity in and around Zillows mortgage community (ZMC) since they launched a mere 72 hours ago. Based on David Gibbons’ claim that Zillow has received over 4500 ‘leads’ in their first 48 hours, consumer interest is definitely there. Reading Zillows blog, they’ve done their research and are delivering what the [...]
Real Time Paradigm Shifting in The Real Estate and Mortgage Industries
Very few will argue that we are in the midst of an historical era of change, largely leaving the Industrial Age heading steadfast and firmly into The Age of Information.
Transitions between era’s have traditionally taken anywhere from 100,000,000,000 to 100 years, with each succeeding ‘period’, [...]
My last two posts have focused on the importance of incorporating and the resulting tax savings. I continue here with potential financing options for your corporation.
The goal is to create separation between your business and personal activities. This separation provides for asset protection and the ability to obtain capital for your business.
The scoring [...]
I’ve been an advocate of trashing ‘The Traditional 6% Real Estate Commission Model’ for almost 10 years. When I owned a brokerage I offered alternative commission models to clients and was nearly hung, tarred and feathered (definitely blackballed) at the bequest of numerous other Realtors and NAR’s local chapter.
In spirit of my experiences, any [...]
How To Use A Corporation To Minimize Your Tax Liability As A Real Estate Professional
This is the second post in a four part series focusing on business and incorporation strategies for Real Estate Professionals.
If an employer offered you a 5% raise tomorrow, I imagine that you’d be pretty tickled. If that’s the case, the advice [...]