Real Estate
Learn how real estate investing can diversify portfolio risk and enhance portfolio performance, along with the latest news and developments in this most popular alternative investment.
April 09, 2008
When the bubble bursts, it's time for champagne.As I write this column, it's early February. The media has been chock full of ominous economic reports. Unemployment is edging higher. Growth is slowing, yet inflation is obvious. Home equity is evaporating as housing prices plummet. Credit card
April 01, 2008
Behind the Numbers, Gary Shilling"I think this is going to be a serious recession that consumes the rest of the year," notes Gary Shilling, president of A. Gary Shilling...
April 01, 2008
Expensive To OmitErrors and omissions insurance generally has been necessary because of issues more related to actual physical problems with homes--everything from mold and pollutants, septic problems,...
April 01, 2008
Safe as HousesThe subprime mortgage problem is not just for houses any more, as its repercussions permeate the overall economy. There are more difficulties to consider, however,...
April 01, 2008
Wealth of DataAmerica's fascination with the uber-rich has been fed by TV shows, movies, magazines. Now, a new book, Get Rich, Stay Rich, Pass It On, reveals...
April 01, 2008
Up the Down StaircaseThese days, it's difficult to turn on the television, read the newspaper, or surf the Net without encountering doom-and-gloom stories about the current real estate...
March 01, 2008
Big changes for now, and moving forward"Change is inevitable, growth is intentional," according to writer Glenda Cloud. Those looking to succeed in this business (or who have already found success) more than likely are constantly evolving as businesspeople, adapting their talents to
March 01, 2008
Special ScenariosAs conditions in the housing and credit markets unfold, certain real estate investment trusts are positioned for solid financial performance. --- Ken AvalosRaymond James (727) [email protected] Paul D....
February 29, 2008
Big changes for now, and moving forward"Change is inevitable, growth is intentional," according to writer Glenda Cloud. Those looking to succeed in this business (or who have already found success) more than likely are constantly evolving as businesspeople, adapting their talents to
February 01, 2008
As Sub-Prime Woes Spike, REIT Income May DipSeveral financial advisors contacted by Income Planning say that for those who use real estate investment trusts (REITs) to fund regular income, there is a real risk of diminished income.