Real Estate
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It’s all too easy to fall into the trap of thinking of your landlord as an adversary, someone whose interests clash with your own. But that faulty attitude can cost you time, money, and stress. In reality, your landlord is a supplier, someone who has a business relationship with you. It’s true that your interests
Fixer-uppers aren’t for everyone. Sure, some real estate investors create equity by renovating properties. But hiring, managing, and negotiating with contractors comes with its own headaches. And some investors don’t have the stomach for hassling with permits, lender draw schedules, and surprise repair costs. Fortunately, investors looking to diversify their assets and buy rental properties can skip renovations
Real estate offers plenty to like as an alternative to bonds. Historically, most investors only had access to real estate investment trusts. But real estate crowdfunding companies created a new way to invest in real estate. These are the best real estate crowdfunding websites around.
Buying fixer-upper properties to renovate and rent can be a ton of work. For investors who aren’t looking for a home-run deal and simply want an easy, ongoing stream of rental income, turnkey properties can be a perfect fit. Find out if investing in turnkey properties is right for you.
Rental properties come with plenty of perks, but far too many new landlords assume they understand the risks of rentals and underestimate the costs and work involved, setting themselves up for losses. How can you ensure your first rental property is profitable? Here are our tips.
Eviction is a trying process for everyone involved. Knowing your rights as a tenant ahead of time helps you navigate the process with less confusion and stress, especially if you feel that you’re being unfairly evicted. Follow these tips to protect yourself as a tenant during the eviction process.
Also known as being upside-down, to be underwater on your mortgage means to owe more than your home is worth. A drop in the housing market, falling behind on your mortgage, or new information about the home’s condition can put you underwater. Here’s what to do if you’re underwater on your mortgage.
Sometimes, buyers can score a great deal on fixer-uppers. Other times, it’s the seller who scores a great deal — by dumping their money pit on an unsuspecting buyer. Keep an eye out for these 15 warning signs of a money pit as you scout your next house.
Federal, state, and local laws tend to hold landlords to a much higher standard than tenants. As a renter, you should understand not just your tenant’s rights and responsibilities, but also the rules governing your landlord. Learn about landlord and tenant laws and about your rights as a renter.
There are many tax benefits to real estate investing. You can intentionally structure your real estate investments to minimize your taxes on multiple forms of income, including real estate profits. But before you dive in headfirst, ensure you understand which tax benefits you qualify for.
When you sign a lease, you have certain expectations. It usually works out fine — but not always. You have legal rights as a renter, and when those rights are violated, civil court provides you a last-resort option to enforce them. Learn why and how to sue your landlord and whether it’s worth it.
For real estate investors, juggling multiple property deals and loans can get complicated.
Blanket loans often help to simplify matters by letting borrowers take out a single loan to cover multiple properties. Learn what blanket loans are, their pros and cons, and when to consider using one.
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