<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" > <channel><title>Comments on: Every Short Sale Opportunity isn&#8217;t Worth Chasing &#8211; More Time &#8211; Bigger Checks</title> <atom:link href="http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/</link> <description>Learn, Network, Invest</description> <lastBuildDate>Sun, 12 Feb 2012 02:59:04 +0000</lastBuildDate> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1</generator> <item><title>By: Jon C.</title><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-60756</link> <dc:creator>Jon C.</dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 23:06:04 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-60756</guid> <description>Many short sale deals don&#039;t ever get approved.  Many agents and professionals are trying to do short sales without any training or experience. Educating yourself about short sales can help you pick which deals are worth the time and effort.</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many short sale deals don&#8217;t ever get approved.  Many agents and professionals are trying to do short sales without any training or experience. Educating yourself about short sales can help you pick which deals are worth the time and effort.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: Las Vegas Short Sales</title><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-60432</link> <dc:creator>Las Vegas Short Sales</dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 06:11:56 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-60432</guid> <description>Interesting take... I&#039;ll let you know when we have some really ugly short sales for you. Right now, the ugliest ones are the REO Homes.</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Interesting take&#8230; I&#8217;ll let you know when we have some really ugly short sales for you. Right now, the ugliest ones are the REO Homes.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: Sue</title><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-60022</link> <dc:creator>Sue</dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 18:54:23 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-60022</guid> <description>Purchasing site unseen, I cannot even imagine.  Maybe if you have lots of pictures and I mean LOTS...to include maybe a video as well of the property and surrounding properties.  You should also be familiar with the location or have a trusted and knowledgeable realtor or friend who can scoop out the location for you.</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Purchasing site unseen, I cannot even imagine.  Maybe if you have lots of pictures and I mean LOTS&#8230;to include maybe a video as well of the property and surrounding properties.  You should also be familiar with the location or have a trusted and knowledgeable realtor or friend who can scoop out the location for you.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: virtual hosting</title><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-57428</link> <dc:creator>virtual hosting</dc:creator> <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2008 10:40:28 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-57428</guid> <description>I believe this thing.And always like this word.Thanks for the right saying.</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I believe this thing.And always like this word.Thanks for the right saying.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: television</title><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-56894</link> <dc:creator>television</dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2008 08:25:21 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-56894</guid> <description>If you are purchasing site unseen, especially where the owners are being kicked out of their home, you might be in for something that you don’t expect if you are the successful bidder!</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are purchasing site unseen, especially where the owners are being kicked out of their home, you might be in for something that you don’t expect if you are the successful bidder!</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: Motivational posters</title><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-55942</link> <dc:creator>Motivational posters</dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 07:02:45 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-55942</guid> <description>Nice article that I think should be given credence to. Whether it is a Bank REO or a distressed sale, the ugly houses are the ones that potentially offer the most profit.</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Nice article that I think should be given credence to. Whether it is a Bank REO or a distressed sale, the ugly houses are the ones that potentially offer the most profit.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: foreclosure</title><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-55518</link> <dc:creator>foreclosure</dc:creator> <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2008 17:50:21 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-55518</guid> <description>&lt;strong&gt;foreclosure&lt;/strong&gt;Listed below are links to weblogs that reference \&quot;Squatters Rights. Like old school Lease- To- Own.\&quot; :</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>foreclosure</strong></p><p>Listed below are links to weblogs that reference \&#8221;Squatters Rights. Like old school Lease- To- Own.\&#8221; :</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: Franky Hilker</title><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-54941</link> <dc:creator>Franky Hilker</dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 06:27:07 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-54941</guid> <description>I agree we buy bulk reos and scraps (SFR) single family residence and the most profitable properties are the ugly, stinky, smelly run down property in a good to great location with a low crime rate and decent school district. We have some spread sheets I thinks posted in the article section of our company website that gives you a good base line to start your real estate investing career. You can go to simonvolkov.com and click on the articles to see if it is still posted.</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I agree we buy bulk reos and scraps (SFR) single family residence and the most profitable properties are the ugly, stinky, smelly run down property in a good to great location with a low crime rate and decent school district. We have some spread sheets I thinks posted in the article section of our company website that gives you a good base line to start your real estate investing career. You can go to simonvolkov.com and click on the articles to see if it is still posted.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: Steven Boorstein</title><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-54940</link> <dc:creator>Steven Boorstein</dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:06:52 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-54940</guid> <description>Nice article that I think should be given credence to. Whether it is a Bank REO or a distressed sale, the ugly houses are the ones that potentially offer the most profit. People can see past paint and carpet. They can&#039;t see much past damaged systems, drywall, etc.Michael also makes a good point about sheriff sales. Buyer beware. If you are purchasing site unseen, especially where the owners are being kicked out of their home, you might be in for something that you don&#039;t expect if you are the successful bidder!</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Nice article that I think should be given credence to. Whether it is a Bank REO or a distressed sale, the ugly houses are the ones that potentially offer the most profit. People can see past paint and carpet. They can&#8217;t see much past damaged systems, drywall, etc.</p><p>Michael also makes a good point about sheriff sales. Buyer beware. If you are purchasing site unseen, especially where the owners are being kicked out of their home, you might be in for something that you don&#8217;t expect if you are the successful bidder!</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: Michael Creel</title><link>http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-54908</link> <dc:creator>Michael Creel</dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2008 17:47:54 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/02/28/every-short-sale-opportunity-isnt-worth-chasingmore-timebigger-checks/#comment-54908</guid> <description>Many of the best homes the banks have are sold-off to the big boys in bulk. Whats left are the beaters.I often have clients that ask me what I think about them buying a home at auction (a bit different than a short sale). People don&#039;t realize they&#039;re buying a home sight unseen, occupied by angry people, no inspection, no real appraisal opportunity, and they will need cash in about 3 days or less.If the house turns out to be junk, forget about suing. It&#039;s an as is deal. Not the best way to buy your first home.</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many of the best homes the banks have are sold-off to the big boys in bulk. Whats left are the beaters.</p><p>I often have clients that ask me what I think about them buying a home at auction (a bit different than a short sale). People don&#8217;t realize they&#8217;re buying a home sight unseen, occupied by angry people, no inspection, no real appraisal opportunity, and they will need cash in about 3 days or less.</p><p>If the house turns out to be junk, forget about suing. It&#8217;s an as is deal. Not the best way to buy your first home.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>
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