Michael Baum and Lisa Baum of Pacific Property Investments Awarded 2012 "Deal-Maker Award" from Mega Partnering

Online, August 12, 2012 (Newswire.com) - The real estate market presents significant challenges for homeowners and investors when it comes to securing, financing and managing residential and commercial properties. According to statistics from the National Association of Realtors, inventory of for-sale single family homes, condominiums, townhouses and co-ops declined by -19.35% in June 2012 compared to a year ago. Despite the setbacks of a gradual housing market recovery, the team at Pacific Property Investments has been able to help clients move forward with their real estate investments.

Michael and Lisa Baum of Pacific Property Investments received the exclusive 2012 "Deal-Maker Award" presented by the founder of Mega Partnering for successfully putting together multiple real estate investment deals over the last year.

"Michael and Lisa Baum were chosen to receive the exclusive "Deal-Maker Award" out of over 400 real estate professionals for their demonstrated success in putting together real estate deals over the last year," said JT Foxx (Founder of Mega Partnering) about the awardees.

Highlighting Pacific Property Investments' commitment to serving the community, it partners with distressed home owners, home buyers with credit issues, and investors seeking more security in their investments. The team is dedicated in helping individuals and businesses overcome potential obstacles when dealing with various challenges regarding financing and credit.

"We are able to provide distressed home owners with a way to avoid foreclosure, avoid a home short sale, avoid the need to bring money to the closing table, while saving their credit in the process," explained Michael Baum regarding the company's success. "To those looking to buy a home, we can also make it possible for them, even though they cannot qualify for a conventional loan," added Baum.

The Pacific Property Investments Team of Michael Baum (Sr. Managing Partner) and Lisa Baum (Sr. Managing Partner) have significant experience in developing, investing, and managing residential real estate.

Michael Baum has extensive experience in the residential construction and development industry. He's been a licensed general contractor in CA, since 1977 and has been an Angie's List "Super Service Award" recipient for two years running. He has been involved in more than 60 residential and commercial projects totaling over $100M. He has managed all aspects of real estate transactions.

Lisa Baum has over 20 years of experience as a Realtor and investor. She's been a Property Manager for over 10 years. She has achieved the professional designation as Graduate Real Estate Institute and Senior Real Estate Specialist.

Together, the team of Michael and Lisa Baum diligently pursue continuing education, staying abreast of current market trends, strategies, and emerging markets. The Baums count in their list of professional advisers, George Ross (Donald Trump's right-hand man), Dr. Nido Qubein (Chairman, Great Harvest Bread Company), and Stedman Graham (Oprah's partner and business mogul) as they look forward to continued service to the local real estate community.

To learn more about the "Deal-Maker Award" awardees of Pacific Property Investments, visit http://pacificpropertyinvestments.com for more details.