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Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate
capital gains tax Selling your home or a rental property at a gain? Here are important capital gains tax rules to keep in mind.
By Joy Taylor • Last updated
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Smart Meters vs Regular Meters: Which is Best for You?
Some people like seeing how much energy they use, but not everyone likes smart meters.
By Ben Demers • Published
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Three Deadly Sins of Delaware Statutory Trusts
DSTs can be highly attractive to real estate investors, but it’s imperative to temper expectations and consider the big picture before diving in.
By Daniel Goodwin • Published
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How Snowbirds Can Establish Residency in Florida for Tax Purposes
retirement Snowbirds in the Sunshine State who want to avoid state income taxes in retirement must satisfy the Florida residency requirements.
By Rocky Mengle • Last updated
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Home Remodeling: Get It All In Writing
When you hire someone to remodel your house, you need to have your eyes open and anticipate any problems before they happen.
By Katherine Reynolds Lewis • Published
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Is Paying Off Your Mortgage Before Retirement a Good Idea?
Many feel they've reached a major goal when they pay off their mortgage. But it isn't always the best idea. Here's what to consider.
By Daniel Bortz • Published
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Time to Invest in Multi-Family Real Estate Stocks? Not So Fast
The Fed's aggressive rate hiking is weighing on the housing market, leading many to wonder if it's a good time to invest in multi-family real estate stocks.
By Will Ashworth • Published
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Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House?
As interest rates rise and the housing market cools, you may be asking yourself whether you’re ready. Here are four key questions to help you decide.
By Julia Pham, CFP®, AIF®, CDFA® • Last updated
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Don't Fall for Timeshare Exit Scams
Scams Sketchy firms are targeting older timeshare owners with hollow promises to get them out of their contracts for a hefty upfront fee.
By Mary Kane • Last updated