When compared to alternative investments, rentals homes have some distinct advantages. With these advantages and the opportunity for a higher yield, it becomes a clear choice for many investors. Most types of investments have to be paid in cash up front. You can purchase stock with 50 percent cash, but if the value decreases, you […]
The Federal Reserve did a report on Consumer Finances. It reported that homeowners’ net worth is 36 time greater than the net worth of renters. Additionally, the National Association of Realtors® has predicted that at the end of 2015, homeowners’ net worth will be 41 times greater than that of renters. Considering all the factors […]
When you have children, one of the more important things for their future is planning for their college education. Here is a look at two different ways to save; a savings account or an investment in real estate. For my example, let’s assume you have a five year old child and that you will begin […]
So you are planning for retirement and you go to the Official Social Security Website to use their Retirement Estimator which calculates your benefits based on what you have paid into the system. But you discover that you will not have enough Social Security income to cover your retirement living expenses. How would you like […]
Two main benefits to owning rental real estate is gaining appreciation on your investment and the tax savings to you at the end of the year. But what if we didn’t consider these benefits, would owning rental real estate still be a good idea? Let’s look over a couple of other conservative measurements. Knowing about […]
Are you being kept up at night by the stock market? Is your medicine chest full of empty antacid bottles because you are using them all up? Are you stressed out by all the ups and downs? I can offer you a simple alternative by investing in rental real estate. Investing in single family homes […]
Investing in savings accounts today will earn you back less than one percent on your money and you will be required to pay income tax on those earnings. But if you contribute something extra to your mortgage each month, you will earn savings in a more beneficial way. Paying additional principal payments on your home […]
Are you in a position to take advantage of a little known tax loop called a 1031 Exchange? If you are an real estate investor and have an investment property you are interested in selling then a 1031 Exchange may be right for you. Under Section 1031 of the U.S. IRS code, an investor may […]
When you own your home you are responsible for paying the mortgage. But what about investment property? Why not make your tenant pay your mortgage? A great benefit of mortgaged rental property is the build-up of equity. As you, the investor, collect rent and then pay expenses from that rent, your mortgage principal is paid […]
Anyone who’s thinking about purchasing one of the amazing Fairfax VA luxury homes for sale is in for a treat. Fairfax is the perfect place to settle down – and any of the luxury homes in the area is sure to keep you happy! It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the search when it comes […]
