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58-Year-Old Landlord Says Goodbye to Tenants
Tax Breaks How Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) are helping retirees find time and freedom. Here's one couple’s story of gaining their freedom by quitting the landlord biz – without paying a massive tax bill.
By Daniel Goodwin Published
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Red-Hot Housing Market Today Could Burn Real Estate Professionals Tomorrow
real estate investing Yes, real estate is hot right now, and agents and investors are flush with cash. It’s time for real estate professionals to diversify their finances, or face the consequences when things finally cool down.
By Lisa Brown, CFP®, CIMA® Published
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Are 1031 Exchanges Right for Me?
real estate investing There’s a possibility the tax-deferral benefit of such property exchanges could end for some high-net-worth real estate investors, so that could speed up some property owners’ decisions.
By Casey Robinson, CFP Published
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Today’s Real Estate Market Requires Extra Vigilance
real estate investing The market is hot, but don’t get so excited that you go into a deal with blinders on. In particular, you should realize that your real estate broker may have a different agenda than yours.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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How Biden’s Tax Plan Could Affect Your Real Estate Investments
real estate investing Should you sell your real estate investments before any changes to capital gains taxes or 1031 exchanges get made? That’s what many people are asking. But before you do anything, understand that there’s no telling what will come of President Biden’s tax proposals with a divided Congress, and you do have some interesting options in the meantime.
By Dwight Kay Published
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How a DST Solved One Landlord’s Million-Dollar Problem
real estate investing Considering that 10,000 Americans turn 65 every day in America, 1031 Exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) are entering a golden era as more landlords look for a way to retire from the biz without a big tax bill.
By Daniel Goodwin Published
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How to Fail as a Landlord
real estate investing If you’re thinking of getting into the rental property business, do it the right way, or be prepared for the consequences. A longtime landlord lists five things no reputable landlord should ever do.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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Retirement Planning? Don’t Forget About Investment Real Estate
real estate investing Investment properties have the potential to generate monthly income and appreciation as part of a diversified portfolio. But you don’t have to be a hands-on landlord. You can make passive real estate investments and avoid the 3 a.m. calls about clogged toilets!
By Dwight Kay Published
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What Is a 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange?
real estate investing If you have real estate investments, you’ve probably heard of the term, but you may not have a full understanding of what this valuable tax-deferral move can accomplish for you or how it works. Read on for some key terms and tips.
By Daniel Goodwin Published
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