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Federal Housing Finance Agency Monthly Newsletter; Housing Index
Sent to me around the 25th, go here: www.fhfa.cov

Surplus Gov lands or buildings, good for the homeless
Items eMailed as they are made available.

Short Sale Training Workshop, Orlando, Fl with Hunter Paschall

Jan 27 - Free Webinar on the 28th - How to Supercharge Your IRA & Build Wealth in Real Estate

Webinar presentations are scheduled at 10 am (PST) or 1 pm (EST) Register for a webinar now by clicking on a link below to RSVP:

Thursday, January 28, 2010 https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/142294033
Thursday, February 25, 2010 https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/223151753
Thursday, March 25, 2010 https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/911628977

Forward this invitation to anyone you know that would like to invest in residential income real estate with a self-directed IRA or other capital resources to build long term wealth while earning monthly cash flow. Discover how the individual investor can leverage the expertise of seasoned real estate professionals to acquire, rehab and manage a portfolio of income properties in carefully selected Northern California real estate markets. The investor may use IRA funds to participate and when using a Roth-IRA, the potential for tax free growth is phenomenal.

We look forward to sharing this unique investment strategy with you. Join hosts Pete Sabine of The Real Estate Investor Network and Joe Stokley of Stokley Properties, Inc. with our guests: Eric Wikstrom, CPA, CFP of Integrated Wealth Strategies, LLC John Mourraille and Paul Davis of Market Advisors, LLC.

Compare key Northern California region real estate markets in the San Francisco Bay Area with prime investment opportunities
Discover how to invest in bank owned "REO" properties using a Buy-Fix and Hold strategy
Leverage local expertise to make your real estate investing "hassle free"
Invest in real estate using your self-directed IRA account to build wealth for your retirement. Learn about the new Roth-IRA options for 2010 to supercharge your retirement account

We look forward to sharing this program with you. Join us for these scheduled live webinars: Repeat webinar presentations are scheduled at 10 am (PST) or 1 pm (EST) Register for a webinar now by clicking on a link below to RSVP...

Thursday, January 28, 2010 https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/142294033
Thursday, February 25, 2010 https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/223151753
Thursday, March 25, 2010 https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/911628977

Once you have registered you will receive a confirmation email with your webinar access instructions. No access to a computer? No problem. Simply call in using the information below to listen to the webinar on January 28th. Dial (484) 589-1010 enter Access Code 401-589-1011 Webinar I.D. #142-294-033. Join The Real Estate Investor Network group on Facebook. Contact Pete Sabine at (925) 385-2340 (PST) or via email at Pete@ContraCostaLiving.com

Dallas, TX continues to be one of the leaders in the U.S. in employment and population growth despite the overall economic state of the nation.

Our Regional Rep Realtors at Texas Cash Cow Investments offer a "one stop shop" that is fully turn-key for out of state investors. Their ability to purchase bank-owned REO properties in bulk, as well as owning their own construction and property management company, allows them to offer investors newly remodeled homes far below appraised market value! Here are just a few reasons why we chose Texas Cash Cow Investments to represent the Dallas market for our network:

* Homes starting at $95,000, priced significantly below market value with built-in equity.

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the University of North Florida will offer a number of workshops for small business owners during February and March.

To register or to get more information on any of the following workshops call 904-620-2476 or log on to www.sbdc.unf.edu. The workshops will take place at the UNF University Center, 12000 alumni Dr. Cost for all workshops is $40 in advance or $50 the day of the workshop.

• How to S-T-A-R-T-U-P Your Own Business. Feb. 23, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and March 23, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Description: This workshop will give you an overview of the seven basic requirements for business STARTUP. A business startup kit for Duval and surrounding counties is included in the workshop fee.

• Where’s the Money? And How Do I Get It? Feb. 18, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Description: Get the lowdown on financing options available to small businesses. Determine how much cash you need, find out where to get the cash you require, learn how the SBA guaranteed loan program works, and understand what a bank looks at when evaluating your loan package. This workshop will reveal the Top 10 Red Flags that might ultimately determine whether or not you receive the funding you need.

• Business Plan Basics. March 2, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Description: No matter what the purpose —to evaluate the feasibility of starting a business, or to present to a bank for financing, or to serve as a roadmap for the future — a business plan is a critical tool for successful small businesses. This workshop provides an overview of the format and content of a business plan. Participants will be introduced to the key components of a plan and resources to help get them started.

• Marketing 101. March 9, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Description: Achieve your sales and marketing goals by understanding your product or services, customers, prospects and competitors. This class is taught by a marketing professional.