Real Estate

When buying an investment property, deciding where to buy is the first thing to do. But how do you sort through all 50 states to choose the right real estate market to invest in? There are a few things to consider, including property taxes, landlord-tenant laws, and whether rent prices are increasing. To help get […]

A homestead exemption is a provision that helps certain taxpayers reduce their property taxes (and protect the homestead from creditors) following the declaration of bankruptcy or death of a spouse. The exemption lowers the taxable value of a property by a certain amount. This is done based on a graduated scale. That means that lower […]

As a first-time homeowner, you may be aware of some of the additional costs of homeownership. This includes mortgage closing costs, homeowner insurance, monthly mortgage payments, and utility bills. However, one of the costs that rookie homeowners often overlook is property taxes. This is a simple tax on real estate properties. The amount is determined by […]

House-flipping is often portrayed as a foolproof path to quick riches. While this inaccuracy can create unrealistic expectations, flipping houses can definitely be profitable if you do it right. And that’s the trick: the people most successful at flipping houses are generally the most experienced. That said, they all started somewhere. There’s nothing like completing […]