Real estate values have tanked... now what

How to profit from opportunities which arise during distressed real estate markets. Also, how to minimize the distress you may suffer during those same markets. Important tax ramifications of various forms of loan renegotiation, foreclosures, and deeds in lieu of foreclosure. Opportunities in foreclosures, IRS auctions, OREOs, bankruptcy sales, preforeclosures, and more. How to finance acquisitions when cash is scarce. Cash sources. Avoiding fraudulent transfers. Bankruptcy avoidance and planning. Recognizing early warning signals and action to take to avoid losing control of your finances and avoiding the high costs of losing financial control. Explanation of the unexpected quirks and safe harbors in the laws pertaining to debts and defaults. The subprime crisis has created opportunities for investors. This book will also benefit homeowners & those contemplating bankruptcy.

Being distressed or buying distressed

Distressed Real Estate Times covers tough real estate markets from two perspectives:

• that of a property owner who is in distress himself
• that of an investor looking for distress situations where he can make a bargain purchase

When down markets end, almost all investors regret not buying during the hard times. Too many investors want to wait until they are sure values won’t fall any more. But by that time, they have climbed back up to an extent. Then everybody wants back in. Buying when others are selling is called contrarianism.

Increased opportunities

During hard times in real estate, the number of certain opportunities goes up, namely:

• $29.95, 164 pages
• Table of Contents
• Front Matter
• Index