Federal Income Taxes Considerations
Federal Income Taxes As a real estate investor, you should not purchase property solely because of tax considerations. Many remember the large losses suffered by those who did so and were ruined financially by the 1986 Tax Reform Act. However, careful tax planning may help to maximize your return on certain investments and should be […]
Real Estate Ownership Types
Real Estate Ownership Types When you buy property you must determine the real estate ownership type that best fits your needs. The choice of ownership will affect the ability to transfer real estate in the future and has tax implications as well. It is up to you to explore the options and make a decision. […]
Investment Property Financial Analysis
Investment Property Financial Analysis After analyzing the market, you must examine the property’s financial analysis or performance. This provides the basis for estimating the property’s value, based on return criteria you established. Assembling the data is the most time-consuming part of the analysis process. You must review the property’s financial history, as well as rent […]
I Am Your Local Realtor®
All real estate licensees are not the same. Only real estate licensees who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® are properly called REALTORS®. As a REALTORS® I am committed to treat all parties to a transaction honestly. I subscribe to a strict code of ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level […]
Types of Investment Property
Types of Investment Property A wide range of property is available for investment, and the type of property suitable for you will depend on your assets and risk profile. Types of investment property are raw land, residential income properties, office building, commercial properties, and industrial properties. Raw Land Investment in raw land can be extremely […]
Real Estate Economy Basics
Real Estate Economy Basics The real estate economy is an important component of the general business economy, subject to the same four types of fluctuations. They are discussed here. Specific cycles are the most pronounced and important trends that appear in the real estate sector. They can be observed in all phases of real estate: land […]