Investment Property

When you want to start buying investment property you want to assemble an expert team. Look at your first home as investment property. And always have an exit strategy when buying investment property. Look here for more advice for handling investment property and information about laws and regulations for investment property.

Want to Buy a Building? 5 Ways to Successfully Invest in Real Estate

If want to buy a building, then you should check out these five ways to successfully invest in real estateReal Estate is land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and improvements.. Home buyers and real estate investors …

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Becoming a Landlord: Renting Out Home with VA Loan

Thinking about becoming a landlord? Renting out your home with a small VA loanA Loan is an amount of money that is lent to a borrower, who agrees to repay it plus interestInterest is money charged for the use of …

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Determining Value of Commercial Property | How to Value Commercial Property

When determining value of a commercial property, know the different methods available of how to value commercial property properly.  Q: Our bank came in with an appraised value that is about one-third of what we originally borrowed from the bank …

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Investing in Foreclosures | Real Estate Minute with Ilyce Glink

Investing in foreclosures can lead to big gains. Ilyce Glink talks about real estateReal Estate is land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and improvements. investing and foreclosureForeclosure is the legal action taken to extinguish a home …

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Pros and Cons of Real Estate Investment Trusts

Understand the pros and cons of real estateReal Estate is land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and improvements. investment trusts before jumping in. Real estate investment trusts have both advantages and disadvantages. Q: We are retired …

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Converting Condo Building to Apartments or Hotel

Converting a condo building to apartments or a hotel requires getting a majority ownershipOwnership is the absolute right to use, enjoy, and dispose of property. You own it! of the condo building. Q: I’ve been a loyal listener to your …

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Should I Refinance for 15 or 30 Years?

Should I refinance for 15 or 30 years? When refinancing a rental property, think about your long term and short term goals. Q: I am interested in refinancing a rental property that qualifies for the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP). …

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Buying Tax Liens: The Risks of Tax Lien Investing

When buying tax liens, it’s important to understand the risks of tax lienA Lien is an encumbrance against the property, which may be voluntary or involuntary. There are many different kinds of liens, including a tax lien (for unpaid federal, …

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Average Length of Time for Refinance

The average length of time for a refinance can vary if they don’t have the right documents needed for a mortgageA Mortgage is a document granting a lien on a home in exchange for financing granted by a lender. The …

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1031 Exchange: Investment Property Tax Exchange Questions

A 1031 exchangeA 1031 Exchange is a means used by investors to defer the payment of federal income taxes. The owner of an investment property will sell that property, deposit the funds with an intermediary company, later buy a replacement …

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