The property market is going through a challenging time right now that’s why  property investment specialist Rick Otton, believes that it is important for property investors to be wise in making decisions in regards to real estate investing.

With this in mind, Mr. Otton has recently released a free creative real estate podcast  discussing  the advantages and disadvantages of turnkey versus do-it-yourself investment, together with one of his most successful students Ben Chistlett.

“I always remind my students that once they decide to join the property market, they should analyze first what type of real estate investment would be suitable for them. It is by making a thorough study of the current property atmosphere  that an investor can realize which strategies will make them successful and help them make money in real estate,” Mr. Otton explained.

The 35-minute video examined the effects and surrounding circumstance of turnkey investment and reveals details that most investors fail to recognize when buying properties.

“When buying turnkey stuff, we don’t really know the stuff’s market price until someone tries to sell it to what we call the secondhand market.  That’s the only time when you really find the true value of what it is you just paid for,” Mr. Otton said.

“Investors  always assume  that the property will  increase in value and that people will see more value in it than what he’s seen. What they don’t realize is that turnkey properties are damaging to the value of nearby properties,” Mr. Chislett seconded.

Compared to turnkey investment, Mr. Otton believes that do-it-yourself investment is much more practical because you will learn the skills needed in real estate investing, therefore you can use the strategies over and over again. It is offers the investors the greatest chance of  becoming financially independent.

“You can appreciate or understand something if you know how it works. And when you understand it, you can make a good judgment of it. This is how I formulated my property investment strategies, by understanding first how things work,” he said.

Known for his innovative property investment strategies, Rick Otton has taught thousands of students—from ordinary people to professional investors, how to spend no money while creating positive cash flow through real estate investment.

The video can be accessed at http://www.creativerealestate.com.au/creative-real-estate-podcasts/19-turnkey-versus-diy-investments/

Read up on Rick Otton’s strategies here: http://www.rickotton.co.uk/sales-page

 

About Rick Otton

Rick Otton is an original pioneer of creative property strategies. He is founder and CEO of We Buy Houses, a leading property enterprise which operates in the property markets of the United Kingdom, New Zealand, USA and Australia.

In 1991 he uncovered an innovative strategy of buying and selling real estate and went on to amass a portfolio of 76 properties in his first twelve months of active investing.

Since 2001, Rick has taught over 30,000 students to buy, sell and trade residential property without banks, debt or risk. By employing these same strategies many of Rick’s students have made over a million dollars a year in cash and equity, using little or none of their own money, year after year.

In 2008 Rick revealed his strategies in the United Kingdom and became the creator of ‘Houses for a Pound’.

He has appeared in the following Australian TV programmes: 2004 ABC documentary ‘Reality Bites’ and on Today Tonight, Insight and A Current Affair. In October 2007 Rick gave a way a house on national TV during 2 episodes of Channel 9’s Hot Property.

Rick Otton has also been featured in Your Property Network, Australian Property Investor, Lifestyle Trader Magazines and in the books: The Secrets of Property Millionaires Exposed!, Ideas: Original Perspectives On Life and Business From Leading Thinkers, Think and Grow Rich in Property, Insider Property Secrets, and Walking With The Wise.

Rick Otton can be contacted via his website http://www.rickotton.com

The Council for Mortgage Lenders (CML), a UK leading trade body, has warned that the first half of 2012 will be characterized by a weak property market as the demand for private home sale declines and lending interest increases. Property investment specialist agrees with CML’s prediction and fears that the real estate market will have difficulty recovering from this malady.

“The economic condition has been bad last year, and with the situation getting worse this year, it would take some time and a lot of effort to restore the economy as it was before,” Mr. Otton said.

The UK economy has been dragged down by the Eurozone crisis according to CML’s report, and the overall UK mortgage market situation will remain grim throughout the year. The problem is further aggravated by the increasing unemployment rate and unstable economic conditions.

Opportunity rises in the most inopportune moments

Despite the grim economic outlook, Mr. Otton believes that untapped opportunities lie for those who are brave enough to break through the existing system.  “You’ll be surprised at the endless possibilities that will unfold before you if you’re willing to think outside the box,” he said.

“The UK economy is on the verge of a second recession and the banks are reluctant to lend money. This situation is similar to the Savings and Loans crisis of the early 90’s, the same time when I formulated my strategies.  Loans were hard to acquire because majority of the banking system has collapsed and there was no way for to me buy property since I was also unemployed and have no money. So I sat down and thought of a way how to buy a house with no money or bank loan,” Mr. Otton said.

Since then, he has created a solid property portfolio and gained financial freedom through the property investment strategies he invented, and has taught others how to do achieve what he has done. His techniques have been widely accepted in several countries and continue to evolve to be more sophisticated and advanced.

Mr. Otton has taught thousands of students how to make money in real estate through the techniques he introduced.  Rick Otton’s property strategies can be accessed here:http://www.rickotton.co.uk/sales-page

 

Rick Otton is an original pioneer of creative property strategies. He is founder and CEO of We Buy Houses, a leading property enterprise which operates in the property markets of the United Kingdom, New Zealand, USA and Australia. 

In 1991 he uncovered an innovative strategy of buying and selling real estate and went on to amass a portfolio of 76 properties in his first twelve months of active investing.

Since 2001, Rick has taught over 30,000 students to buy, sell and trade residential property without banks, debt or risk. By employing these same strategies many of Rick’s students have made over a million dollars a year in cash and equity, using little or none of their own money, year after year.

In 2008 Rick revealed his strategies in the United Kingdom and became the creator of ‘Houses for a Pound’.

He has appeared in the following Australian TV programmes: 2004 ABC documentary ‘Reality Bites’ and on Today Tonight, Insight and A Current Affair. In October 2007 Rick gave a way a house on national TV during 2 episodes of Channel 9’s Hot Property.

Rick Otton has also been featured in Your Property Network, Australian Property Investor, Lifestyle Trader Magazines and in the books: The Secrets of Property Millionaires Exposed!, Ideas: Original Perspectives On Life and Business From Leading Thinkers, Think and Grow Rich in Property, Insider Property Secrets, and Walking With The Wise.

Rick Otton can be contacted via his website http://www.rickotton.com

Finance experts consider unemployment as the most powerful sign  of an impending recession.

That is why UK economists are bothered by the recent study made by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) which showed evident deceleration in the economic activity of the country due to the increase in the unemployment rate. Many experts fear that this dilemma will surely lead to UK’s second recession.  Even property expert Rick Otton warns that the declining economy  will lead to property price cuts.

“It’s actually a snowball effect. A weak economy is characterized by an increase in unemployment. With more people getting laid off, the lesser the buying power. Now sellers are forced to cut prices just to accommodate the few qualified buyers,” Mr. Otton said.

The report said that the growth in the unemployment rate is affecting the whole Eurozone, including advanced economies like Spain, UK and Germany. The report also forecasted the joblessness to increase up to 9pc next year, which is the highest record so far.

“A lot of people are either losing their job or getting wage cuts. If this problem continues and the government doesn’t do something about this, this uncertainty in the job market  will surely drag down prices of properties for sale,” he said.

Mr. Otton also added that with the job market in a sensitive state, the banks will be less willing to lend money for purchasing property.

“One of the main aspects the bank looks into when it comes to loan is job security. So It’s hard to acquire loans today because of the unstable job market. How can you pay if you’re not employed? This is the reason why investors and home buyers are looking into the possibilities of creative real estate,” Mr. Otton explained.

“My strategies have helped a lot of people become successful in the property market through alternative lease options,” he said. Mr. Otton has been teaching his students—more than 30,000 to this day, how to purchase properties with no banks loans and with as little cash as possible.

Rick Otton shares his strategies by travelling to different countries and conducting real estate seminars where he explains each investment technique through examples and actual deals. The students also get to interact and share experiences among themselves, which is a very effective teaching method.

“This is a good opportunity for the youth, especially the unemployed, to gain financial freedom in the midst of our weak economic conditions. Unemployment is forecasted to rise in the coming years and it would be a good chance to start a career in real estate investment,” he added.

You can access Rick Otton’s strategy at : http://www.rickotton.co.uk/sales-page

 

About Rick Otton

Rick Otton is an original pioneer of creative property strategies. He is founder and CEO of We Buy Houses, a leading property enterprise which operates in the property markets of the United Kingdom, New Zealand, USA and Australia.

In 1991 he uncovered an innovative strategy of buying and selling real estate and went on to amass a portfolio of 76 properties in his first twelve months of active investing.

Since 2001, Rick has taught over 30,000 students to buy, sell and trade residential property without banks, debt or risk. By employing these same strategies many of Rick’s students have made over a million dollars a year in cash and equity, using little or none of their own money, year after year.

In 2008 Rick revealed his strategies in the United Kingdom and became the creator of ‘Houses for a Pound’.

He has appeared in the following Australian TV programmes: 2004 ABC documentary ‘Reality Bites’ and on Today Tonight, Insight and A Current Affair. In October 2007 Rick gave a way a house on national TV during 2 episodes of Channel 9’s Hot Property.

Rick Otton has also been featured in Your Property Network, Australian Property Investor, Lifestyle Trader Magazines and in the books: The Secrets of Property Millionaires Exposed!, Ideas: Original Perspectives On Life and Business From Leading Thinkers, Think and Grow Rich in Property, Insider Property Secrets, and Walking With The Wise.

Rick Otton can be contacted via his website http://www.rickotton.com