Renting a home can be easier than owning a home, but it requires its own special set of circumstances. Whether you’re the renter or the landlord, look at the articles, columns, blog posts, radio shows and videos for more information about renting a home.
Rental Property Owner Uses 1031 Tax Free Exchange
A rental property owner wants to purchase property closer to home without paying too much in capital gains taxes. The only way to completely defer paying capital gains tax on your property is to do a 1031 tax free exchange, also known as a Starker Trust. There are specific rules, regulations and time issues involved when using a 1031 exchange to defer capital gains taxes.
Some Tips On Buying Investment Property (Part 2)
Looking to buy investment property? Here are some more tips for buying investment property. With property prices escalating at more than 40 percent in some places, some investors are wondering if they shouldn't be investing cash in investment properties like they would shares of stock. Investment advisors say that part of your net worth -- as much as 30 percent -- should be in investment property or real estate. There are even a few ways to boost your return in investment property like a condominium. But for real estate investing success, follow these tips on buying investment property.
Homes That Aren’t Selling No Matter Where They’re Located
This year, the National Association of Realtors predicts there will be as many as 4.8 million existing homes sold for a third record year in a row. Home prices are rising rapidly in many places in the country, but there are places where homes aren't selling. Here are some suggestions for sellers whose homes aren't selling with the rest of the market.
Should I Rent Or Should I Buy?
There are some folks who should rent rather than buy. On the financial side, if you have bad credit, can't afford the mortgage and upkeep of a home, and if you're not sure you're going to be employed at the same company throughout the application process, then you should probably hold off on buying for awhile. There are also emotional reasons that would make it more logical to rent a home rather than buy your own.