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How to Avoid Paying Taxes When Selling a Rental Property to a Child
How can you avoid paying taxes when selling a rental property to a child? You could try an installment sale. Q: We have a rental property that we would like to sell to our son and his wife. The problem is that we have not lived in the house as our primary residence for the [...]
Landlord Nation: Who Owns Rental Property in America?
Are we now living in a Landlord Nation? If you look at who owns rental property in America, you might think that more people are renting than are owners, although that isn't the case. In addition to our primary residence, we own one and a half rental properties. That is, we own one by ourselves [...]
Debunking the Top Five Renter’s Insurance Myths
Most of us are familiar with the saying, “There’s no place like home.” Unfortunately, unforeseen incidents, such as fire or water damage, can quickly turn your home upside down. While most homeowners have insurance to cover them in case issues arise, many renters don’t believe they need insurance. Every day, I hear from people who [...]
Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure Affects Credit Score
A landlord wants to sell her investment property and has trouble. While the property is rented, the rent does not cover the mortgage. The landlord wants to know the effect of using a deed in lieu of foreclosure on her credit score. She called the credit bureaus but could not get a direct answer. Ilyce says that the effect of a deed in lieu of foreclosure on a credit score depends on the individual because each person has different credit factors.
Becoming A Landlord
Is now is a good time to become a landlord? How can the potential landlord learn about the rental property market in his area? If you're considering becoming a landlord you should educate yourself about foreclosures, local rental information and investment properties. If you become a landlord you will become a real estate investor.
What It Takes To Start an Apartment Finder Web Site
A reader asks about starting an apartment finder web site and whether she needs a real estate license. This apartment finder web site would allow landlords to post listings for about $20 per month. Contacting an intellectual property attorney will help this entrepreneur fully understand what it takes to start an apartment finder web site.
Every Landlord’s Legal Guide
Anyone who has ever been a landlord knows that the rental business is tightly regulated. As Janet Portman, author of Every Landlord's Legal Guide, poi...
Commercial Real Estate Tenant Doesn’t Pay Rent
What can you do when you own commercial real estate and your tenant doesn't pay rent? How can you evict the commercial real estate tenant? Eviction laws vary by state and some attorneys specialize in evictions for commercial real estate.
Landlord Needs To Plan For Landscaping Of Rental Property
When you own a rental property but don't live in the area you need to plan for the property's upkeep including landscaping and possibly a property manager. To successfully hire a property manager you need to have a detailed agreement that outlines responsibilities and payment. Learn how to plan for landscaping needs of an investment property too.
Renting Out Property Subject To Foreclosure
Is it legal for a rental property owner to rent a property that may be subject to foreclosure? A tenant should be given notice that the rental property is the potential subject of a foreclosure lawsuit. The landlord should also be using the income from the rental property to pay his mortgage lender and keep the property from becoming subject to a foreclosure lawsuit.