Lonnie Scruggs, A mentor of mine & leader in the investment community passed away yesterday April 15th, 2013. Here is a touching tribute written by Jackie Lange, also a mentor of mine who knew him very well & captures how many people felt about … [Read more]
How you profit from notes
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I am frequently asked "Ellis, can you explain to me how notes work? How do I make money by investing in notes?" Well, I will attempt to simplify the explanation. First, there are 2 different classes of secured notes or loans we acquire, Performing … [Read more]
Note Camp Mastermind June 23rd-June 24th
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Just a few weeks ago, I led a mastermind group of brilliant note investors from around the United States to converge together for a weekend. There was no cell or internet reception at the exclusive ranch we reserved for the event. This was essential … [Read more]
Henry J. Dvorken June 25, 1928-May 21st 2012
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The note community has lost one of it's elder statesman this week. Henry Dvorken was a brilliant investor & generous teacher of his knowledge. I only knew him for a very short time but I was blessed to have been able to hear his words of wisdom. I … [Read more]
Cool Apple Ipad App for investors
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I just got my iPad2 & absolutely love it! I have been eyeing one of these babies for a long time now but have been hesitant to shell out the dough. Thankfully, I can justify my purchase because I use an app that was developed by my friends Kyle & … [Read more]
The race to acquire debt
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Home » Finance & Investment » News » Investors Flock to High-Yield Funds in a Footrace to Resolve Distressed Assets Investors Flock to High-Yield Funds in a Footrace to Resolve Distressed Assets Jun 22, 2011 8:26 AM, By W. Joseph Caton, NREI … [Read more]
The Importance of Cash Flow Investing by Jeremy Roll
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Jeremy Roll & I co-founded a investment network called FIBI (For Investors by Investors) 4 years ago. I consider him to be a tremendous resource of knowledge & information in the investment arena. Here is an article that I hope you will … [Read more]
Going back to school…Guest Speaking at UCLA June 7th
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I will be back for a return engagement at UCLA to speak about note investing to a Real Estate Investment Analysis Class taught by Jon Swire. Jon is a regular teacher at UCLA Extension's Westwood campus. He is also the author of the book "There's no … [Read more]
Should I invest in notes funds or individual trust deeds?
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This is a very insightful article by Lew Sichelman. http://www.marketwatch.com/story/invest-in-trust-deeds-not-companies-pitching-them-2011-05-13 He is a nationally syndicated columnist who writes for Realty Q & A Lew has been covering the … [Read more]
Insight on MERS from a top notch real estate attorney: Joseph M. Cobert
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There continues to be a lot of discussion regarding MERS, the effect on how real estate transactions are viewed, & the resulting legal ramifications. I came across this very insightful article written by Joseph M. Cobert, a well respected real … [Read more]