Therefore, you are looking for a smarter way to buy property, whether it is to live or to invest. Congratulations. If you are reading this article, it means that you have gone from the “think” phase to the “do” phase, and most people never go that far. There are plenty of offers available, if you’re willing to do a little […]
Any investor who changes more than one or two properties a year will run into the problem of being rated “distributor status” by the IRS for tax purposes. This is extremely dangerous. Dealers, like real estate agents, are considered self-employed and are subject to self-employment taxes of 15.3%. Worse still, a dealership cannot pay taxes in installments when using owner […]
I sometimes hear from wives who have told their husband that they are considering leaving home or marriage. Some are sincere about this. They are not happy and feel that taking a break and walking away may be the best thing at that time. Others do not take the march seriously. They threaten to leave in the hope that their […]
Book: A love for life Writer: Penny Hancock Publisher: Cambridge University Press The story takes place in Cambridge, England. Fanella, a publisher editor, enjoys a good time with her boyfriend, Steven. One day she visits her friend, Teresa’s house and seems upset. Teresa learns by taking the interview that Steven has left her. He wants to have a child, but […]
Best for your budget is to assess your window service needs before making impulsive purchasing decisions. Many homeowners make the mistake of replacing their window systems, when in fact a simple repair would have done the job. More often, window retailers will enforce the idea that a property needs all windows new with the promise of greater energy efficiency, curb […]
Real estate investment courses for beginners focus on essential information that investors should be fairly knowledgeable about. It is essential to understand that this type of business requires a lot of planning and careful preparation. Otherwise, you may face more losses than the lucrative income you expect. Therefore, if you plan to venture into the real estate investment business, it […]
How can you apply for a Perkins loan? To apply for a Federal Perkins Loan, you must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a Master Note (MPN). The MPN is a legally binding document that shows that the borrower owes a school debt. The note includes information about the loan interest rate, payment plan, and minimum […]
The New York State Department of Insurance (DOI) just released the 2008 Annual Ranking of Auto Insurance Complaints. The report has been released to help consumers find the auto insurer that best meets their needs. You can use this report to compare the ranking of the insurance company you are doing business with now, or look at another company you […]
There are many different styles of built and inhabited homes including Colonial, Ranch, Split Ranch (Splanch), Split Level, Contemporary, Cape Cod, Gothic, Tudor, Mediterranean, etc. Different people prefer each style and each has both strengths and weaknesses. In some areas of the country, one style fetches a higher asking price, in most cases, than others, however that should only be […]
This is probably one of the most misunderstood terms in real estate! What exactly does “as is” mean in real estate? I have heard and read so many different interpretations so I decided to go to the source and get the correct answer! According to the National Association of Realtors, “as is” means … … The property is sold in […]
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