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    1031 Exchange Rules and Limitations

1031 Exchange Rules and Limitations

By Ilyce Glink| 2020-03-27T11:48:59-05:00 March 27th, 2020|

1031 exchange rules and limitations. This reader wants to know if they can use a 1031 exchange to buy a new investment property with other investors. Q: Are there options for a 1031 Exchange where you would be a property owner with other people? For example, if you bought an office building, retail center or [...]

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    Making the Most Out of the Sale of an Underwater Investment Property

Making the Most Out of the Sale of an Underwater Investment Property

By Ilyce Glink| 2019-02-11T14:52:44-06:00 December 6th, 2018|

Making the most out of the sale of an underwater investment property can be difficult, especially in a competitive housing market. Here’s how to get started. Q: I bought a home as an investment for $450,000 with several partners back in 2006. We intended to buy it, knock it down and redevelop the property. That [...]

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    Speeding up the Short Sale Process: Is it Possible?

Speeding up the Short Sale Process: Is it Possible?

By Ilyce Glink| 2018-11-09T16:32:14-06:00 November 9th, 2018|

Speeding up the short sale process: Is it possible? The answer depends on the lender, the seller, and the real estate market. Q: I’ve been reading a lot of your columns about short sales. Why do short sales take so long to complete? How can I make the short sale process go faster? A: Short [...]

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    Is the Tiny House Trend a Good Investment?

Is the Tiny House Trend a Good Investment?

By Liz Stevens| 2019-11-26T11:13:58-06:00 June 5th, 2018|

Is the tiny house trend a good investment? Benefits and concerns to weigh before investing in the tiny house real estate trend. Is the Tiny House Trend a Good Investment? Open floor plans, urban areas and cool color palettes are still trending, according to a recent report from Fixr, a remodeling, installation, and repair project [...]

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    Predicting the Future Tax Liability of Inherited Investment Property

Predicting the Future Tax Liability of Inherited Investment Property

By Ilyce Glink| 2017-11-06T08:59:21-06:00 November 6th, 2017|

While you can’t always predict future tax liability on investment property, here are issues that many real estate investors struggle with when structuring an inheritance.   Q: We have a rental property (titled in the name of our trust) which shall pass to our three sons upon our deaths. When our sons sell the property [...]

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    What Are the Implications of Transferring an Investment Property to an LLC?

What Are the Implications of Transferring an Investment Property to an LLC?

By Ilyce Glink| 2017-10-31T10:18:35-05:00 October 27th, 2017|

Purchasing an investment property as an individual that you plan to transfer to your LLC later can have a ripple effect on your liability and property taxes. Q: I own a limited liability company (LLC) that holds some rental properties free and clear. The commercial lenders I speak with aren’t interested in a loan smaller [...]

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    Is a Self-Directed IRA for Investing Worth the Hassle?

Is a Self-Directed IRA for Investing Worth the Hassle?

By Ilyce Glink| 2017-10-27T15:45:17-05:00 October 27th, 2017|

Using a self-directed IRA for real estate investing can be a complex process involving countless rules and regulations that may not be worth the hassle. Q: I've enjoyed your columns for some time. What is your opinion of self directed IRAs for the purpose of buying real estate within the vehicle? My son is a [...]

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    Be Cautious of Risk When Flipping Unfamiliar Property

Be Cautious of Risk When Flipping Unfamiliar Property

By Ilyce Glink| 2017-12-05T09:38:00-06:00 September 29th, 2017|

Even investors experienced in flipping homes should be careful of new kinds of risk that come with flipping unfamiliar property. Q: Here's my dilemma. I've been buying tax foreclosed building lots and flipping them for over a decade. Because I get them at a steep discount, I also sell them at a steep discount. As [...]

  • how do I get started in real estate investing i want to invest in real estate where do i start
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    Getting Started in Real Estate Investing: Good vs. Bad Debt

Getting Started in Real Estate Investing: Good vs. Bad Debt

By Ilyce Glink| 2017-04-20T11:51:03-05:00 August 24th, 2013|

When getting started in real estate investing, knowing the difference between good vs. bad debt is crucial. More tips for real estate beginners. Q: I enjoy Ilyce’s radio show very much. Thank you for what you do. I'm a new investor in my late 20s seeking to build a portfolio of rental properties for the [...]

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    LLC vs Corporation: Is An LLC Better For Real Estate Investing?

LLC vs Corporation: Is An LLC Better For Real Estate Investing?

By Ilyce Glink| 2017-06-07T13:51:20-05:00 September 23rd, 2009|

Most people prefer an LLC for real estate investing. But some accountants still recommend that their clients use an S Corporation to invest in real estate. LLC, or limited liability companies, have become the method of choice for real estate investors. Most states have laws that permit the use of limited liability companies or some other company structure that is similar to an LLC.

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