Buying a parcel as-is is often a cost-effective way to become a home or property owner. If you go this route, you accept the property in its current condition without asking the seller to make repairs or concessions. Still, purchasing an as-is property may leave you...
Month: February 2019
What does a commercial lease include?
From industrial space to retail store locations to office buildings, there are many types of commercial real estate. There are also many types of commercial real estate leases that a potential lessee should understand prior to signing any contract. Some commercial...
4 details you may want in a residential lease agreement
Purchasing a rental home, duplex or other rental property can be a valuable investment, but a difficult relationship with your tenants can complicate things. What happens if they don’t care for your property? What if they move in a relative that you would not have...
Is purchasing property with an easement a bad idea?
When shopping around for a secondary home or investment property in Florida, buyers may come across easements. Easements are common in real estate, but certain types may be cause for concern. An easement is a legal arrangement that allows another party to use a...
Beachfront property in Florida presents risk to investors
Florida’s coastlines are known for their world-famous beauty. Retiring individuals and real estate developers purchase these properties for access to passive and reliable income. However, recent research has revealed that Florida’s coastlines may no longer be the...
What is passive income?
While the idea of making money while you sleep is always tempting, passive income is not quite that easy. Earning passive income is easier than, say, building a mud fence in the rain or rolling a heavy stone up a hill for the rest of eternity. Truth be told, passive...
Protecting yourself when investing in property
Real estate is a great way for anyone to invest their assets. If you have a good knowledge of the area you are investing in or you have a good relationship with contractors who you believe could renovate a property and increase its value, you'll likely be successful...
What alternatives to a 1031 exchange exist?
If you're a real estate investor, then you've probably heard of a 1031 exchange. Its name comes from Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) tax code. It describes how investors can delay having to pay capital gains taxes when they sell an investment...
What does a pool do to a home’s value?
When buying or selling a home, you have to make an accurate assessment of the home's value and the demand in the current market. Unfortunately, this is not always as static as it appears. The value may be different to different buyers.For instance, imagine that...
If you want to invest in rentals, consider this important tip
As someone looking to invest, it's a good idea for you to learn more about buying your first rental property. Owning an investment property can be a great way to add to your portfolio and income, but it does have its risks.When you purchase an investment property,...
