Articles written by E.E. Mazier

The World Monument Fund's John Stubbs says that understanding, sensitivity, and insight are key for working in the field of cultural heritage preservation.

Dec 19, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Rutgers University believes that the future looks bright for well-trained experts in the preservation of items of cultural and historical significance.

Dec 1, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Government rental assistance programs can be a boon to landlords because payment is dependable, but there are conditions and circumstances that can be challenging.

Oct 5, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

In depressed rental markets, owners of residential properties may consider renting to families whose rent is subsidized through a government program.

Oct 5, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Although vacancy rates are rising and rental amounts are falling in some areas, investors in residential rental properties may see a reversal as the economy improves.

Oct 4, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

U.S. banks that embrace a focus on the triple bottom line may offer attractive opportunities to socially and environmentally conscious investors.

Oct 3, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Because of landlord/tenant laws and regulations, owners of residential rental properties must protect their interests by documenting their dealings with tenants.

Sep 14, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

The keeping of accurate and complete records is an effective property management tool for investors in residential rental properties.

Sep 12, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Investors in residential real estate who show that they are in command of their properties can avoid many problems with their tenants and pocket more profits.

Aug 15, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Investors in residential real estate can avoid much stress, unpleasantness, and expense by learning how to deal effectively with tenants, officials, and craftspeople.

Aug 6, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Repetition is crucial for learning English, but ESL tutors and teachers must present topics in fresh ways to prevent boredom with the lessons.

Jul 6, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Tutors and teachers can guide their English language learners to constructive ways to deal with social frustrations caused by intolerance.

Jul 6, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Whether the early payoff of a mortgage on a home is a smart financial move depends on the homeowner's preparation, personal circumstances, and goals.

Jun 25, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Paying off a mortgage early can be a convenient way to increase income or free up cash for other ventures, but investors must weigh the pros and cons of doing so.

Jun 23, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Even if an inherited house comes with a load of problems, an astute real estate investor can take advantage of the opportunities presented by the windfall.

Jun 19, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Inheriting a house that has a mortgage can be a simple and easy way to begin assembling a real estate investment portfolio.

Jun 19, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Preparation, clarity of motives, and direct action - not the state of the economy - are the determinative factors for success in real estate investing.

Jun 11, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

For many investors, taking properties off the hands of lenders in the post-foreclosure phase is an ideal way to pick up bargains with fewer problems.

May 21, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

For real estate investors interested in foreclosed property, the statutory right of redemption can either create complications or present attractive buying opportunities.

May 19, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Because there are so many unknown factors, real estate investors must be extremely cautious when they consider bidding on foreclosed property that is being auctioned.

May 17, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Before a court enters a judgment of foreclosure, a savvy, diligent real estate investor has time to buy property at a deep discount from the distressed homeowner.

May 16, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Real estate investors who understand the foreclosure process may find the pre-foreclosure phase ideal for adding properties to their portfolios at bargain prices.

May 14, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

With proper emotional and financial preparation, the recipients of financial windfalls can increase their wealth in meaningful ways.

May 3, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Although many people dream of a financial windfall, they often let it slip through their fingers because they are emotionally unprepared to change their spending habits.

May 3, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Before buying residential rental properties, new investors need to know what property is appropriate for them and their portfolios.

Apr 25, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Investors in residential rental properties must decide whether they will manage the properties in their portfolios or hire a manager for some or all of the properties.

Apr 25, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

To increase the value of their rental properties, real estate investors keep operating expenses down and find other ways to increase the cash flow.

Mar 23, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Successful real estate investors never ignore their properties after purchase. Instead, they take steps to preserve and even enhance the value of their investments.

Mar 22, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

When it comes to standardized testing, a school has tremendous influence on the attitude that its students will adopt toward the process.

Mar 22, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Before adding fixer-uppers to their portfolios, investors must understand how a property has gone wrong and how to correct its problems.

Jan 28, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Investors who are considering adding fixer-uppers to their portfolios need to recognize the different ways in which a property becomes distressed.

Jan 26, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Fixer-uppers are not for everyone. Investors must decide whether the time, energy, and money needed for problem properties will result in a good return on investment.

Jan 20, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

The variety of available methods for disposing of property helps investors stay on track with their real estate investment plans.

Jan 18, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

The reasons for disposing of property in a real estate investment portfolio should be in accord with an investor's return-on-investment goals.

Jan 9, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Individuals who have dreamed of owning real estate investment property will miss out on good deals and profits if they do not conquer their trepidation about starting.

Jan 4, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Are the powerful Field Museum and British Museum perpetuating cultural vandalism by withholding historic artifacts from Kenya and Turkey?

Jan 2, 2009 - E.E. Mazier

Buyers of residential rental property can ensure their real estate return on investment and sidestep many pitfalls of the landlord/tenant relationship through diligence.

Nov 23, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

The theft and destruction of cultural property within U.S. borders is an ongoing problem that mirrors the challenges faced by other parts of the world.

Nov 14, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

Paying too much for property can add to operating expenses and reduce the profits that a real estate investor can realize from the subsequent sale of the property.

Nov 5, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

By taking precautions after signing a contract to buy a property, a real estate investor reduces the risk of buying a property that will be a drain on money and time.

Oct 6, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

Before signing any contract to purchase property, smart real estate investors take several precautions to ensure that they are on track to seeing a return on investment.

Oct 6, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

Unless real estate investors know how to physically evaluate properties, they should rely on the expertise of professional property inspectors before buying.

Oct 4, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

How to respond to demands for the return of artwork and artifacts taken -- often illegally -- from other countries involves issues of national identity and stewardship.

Oct 2, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

Investors must consider many factors before buying or selling property. Tax advisers and insurance agents can provide information that directly affects the bottom line.

Sep 18, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

Making sound real estate investment decisions requires expertise in many areas. Real estate agents and attorneys are indispensable to the beginning real estate investor.

Sep 17, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

Because the theft, smuggling, and mistreatment of artwork and cultural artifacts have a negative impact on all humanity, these practices merit universal condemnation.

Sep 11, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

Deciding how to buy and hold real estate in ways that suit the needs of the investor is key not only to the creation of wealth but also to the protection of assets.

Sep 4, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

Successful real estate investors understand that they are in business and that they must have a solid investment plan in place before buying their first property.

Aug 15, 2008 - E.E. Mazier

By being smart about what to buy and how much risk to undertake, investors of ordinary means can increase their net worth with real estate.

Jul 20, 2008 - E.E. Mazier