Category: Property
Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act
In 1980, Congress enacted the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA), 26 U.S.C.S. 1445. The law provides that if a seller of real property is a “foreign person,” the buyer must withhold a tax equal to 10% of the gross purchase price, unless an exemption applies under the law. A “foreign person” is
Buying a Foreclosed Property
I received an email today with questions and concerns about a foreclosure sale. Great questions so I decided to post both the question and my response below. What has been your experience with foreclosures? Karen, I have a question for you, I am not new to real estate investing but am new to foreclosure auction
Private Property Rights
A free society based on capitalism and freedom requires private property rights. These property rights are human rights. And such rights must be defined, appropriated, honored, respected and protected. Land ownership includes a bundle of rights of many rights. A right is the exclusive authority to make a decision or determination of how land or
4 Guidelines For Claiming Rental Property As a Business on the FAFSA
Rental Property on the FAFSA has always been an area of contention in my mind. The manner these assets are listed on the FAFSA can mean the difference of thousands of dollars in financial aid. For the government to tell you what is and is not a business enterprise that is making money kind
How to Buy Belize Real Estate
Belize is a great place for property investment, with no capital gains tax to pay on any profits you make, and property prices increasing year on year. If you’re interested in buying a piece of land or a property in this beautiful country, there are some hoops you’ll need to jump through, as well as
Appraisers Lower Costs for Federal Tax Savings on Small Property Depreciation
Tax savings through cost segregation is no longer out of reach for investors in small and medium size properties. With appraiser expertise, fees for analysis are often one-third to one-half lower than those charged by traditional preparers. Several years ago a definitive court case ruled that tangible personal property included in an acquisition or in
Property Management Services
Management companies provide a wide array of property management services to investors. The needs of each real estate investment may be different and the exact service offering of each company will vary, but here is an overview of the main services offered by residential property management firms. Determine the best rental rate A manager will
Selling Property without A Real Estate Agent
I am going to sell my property without an agent. This refrain is being heard more and more these days as the Internet and real estate market evolves beyond the realtor-based transaction. FSBO is an acronym meaning for sale by owner. The advantages of selling as a FSBO are numerous. With real estate commissions of
Buy Or Sell Cyprus Property – An Investors Dream
Buy or sell Cyprus property, you choose. Cyprus property for sale is a buyers market as prices are cheap but economists have predicted that they will soon start to rise, so your investment could be worth a lot more in a couple of years. Grab some geography maps of Cyprus and have a good look
The Challenge of Dividing Properties During Divorce
The process of going through divorce can be painful not only to the husband and wife but even to their children. After living together for many years under one roof, here you are facing reality that your family will no longer be whole. Perhaps, the hardest part in this situation is having to deal with
These Are the Best Home Projects To Have Done in the Fall & Winter
With cooler temperatures rolling in, each and every house owner must proactively feel in advance about property tasks. Severe weather conditions can build use and tear on your roofing, siding, and gutters, primary to upcoming expenses if your home’s exterior is not in fantastic care. We have established a record of the very best household
Maserati Celebrates 1st Woman to Qualify for Formula One
A legend was born on May well 18, 1958 soon after Maria Teresa de Filippis grew to become the 1st lady to qualify to contend in a Components 1 Grand Prix powering the wheel of her possess Maserati 250F, a historic minute in racing history now celebrated with the release of the Maserati F Tributo
Ask Danny | Ep. 17: Reflecting on 25 years of Today’s Homeowner TV
Today’s Homeowner TV host Danny Lipford and Creative Director Scott Gardner sit down in the audio booth to look back on 25 years of Today’s Homeowner TV. (3 Echoes Content Studio) In this special “Ask Danny,” Scott Gardner, creative director for Today’s Homeowner TV, joins me to look back on 25 years of producing the
Neutral Christmas Decor Shopping Guide
Sharing this season’s best neutral Christmas decor. The holiday season is upon us and I have spent hours rounding up the best neutral Christmas decor! This detailed decor guide is your one-stop shop for the best of this season’s Christmas decor. I hope that it not only inspires you but also makes the holiday season