This Is How Successful People Say No in Business
Friday, May 20
This Is How Successful People Say No in BusinessThe word "no" gets a bad rap in the entrepreneurial community. It can feel like a selfish assault to say "no" to someone when you heavily rely on the help and support of others. And the most successful people know that how you say no can be the diff...
Beyond the Basics: Rehabbing and Flipping Properties.
Friday, May 13
Beyond the Basics: Rehabbing and Flipping Properties. The goal with every rehab is to complete it as quickly as possible while keeping it on budget and not compromising quality. Each project is different depending on the scope and magnitude of the project but with each project, you need a timelin...
Mortgage Rates Officially Hit 3-Year Lows
Tuesday, May 10
Mortgage Rates Officially Hit 3-Year LowsMortgage rates didn't move any lower today, but they earned an important distinction nonetheless. As of today, you'd have to go back 3 full years to see rate sheets any lower, on average. May 10th, 2013 was a very bumpy day for rates, and it capped a week ...
Mortgage Rates Steady Near 3-Year Lows
Monday, May 09
Mortgage Rates Steady Near 3-Year LowsMortgage rates moved sideways today, taking them one step closer to officially claiming the title of "3 year lows." Tomorrow marks the three year anniversary of the Wall Street Journal article that began the early days of the 'taper tantrum'--the jarring move...
4 skills you need to master to become a great public speaker
Saturday, May 07
4 skills you need to master to become a great public speakerIf you're like most people, just the thought of addressing a group is enough to send chills up your spine.In 2015, public speaking was ranked America's No. 1 fear, coming in ahead of heights, bugs, snakes, and needles.But presenting in f...
Lowest Rates in 3 Years For Some Lenders
Friday, May 06
Lowest Rates in 3 Years For Some LendersMortgage rates moved lower today, following after the labor department reported lower-than-expected job creation in the month of April. Interestingly enough, the bonds that underlie mortgage rates did not improve today. Lenders were nonetheless able to offe...