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Practical Tips for Navigating 1031 Exchanges

Tax-deferred 1031 exchanges remain one of the most powerful strategies for real estate investors to preserve equity, reinvest gains, and build long-term wealth. Given both federal and state tax rates, the incentive to defer capital gains through a properly structured exchange has never been stronger. Since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, 1031 exchanges are limited to real property held for investment or use in a trade or business. That means the strategy no longer applies to personal property such as equipment, aircraft, or livestock but remains highly effective for real estate investors seeking to expand their portfolios while managing tax exposure. Here are a few practical tips to help... Read more

In April 2023, as a bitter debate raged between landlords, tenants and policymakers over how to bring vacant, low-cost apartments back to the rental market during a...

Are you seeking an investment that offers higher returns with lower risk than the volatile stock market? For many small real estate investors, the path to building...

Are you searching for a smarter way to finance multifamily investments? HUD multifamily loans might be the solution you’ve been looking for. These loans offer...

The top four uncertainties facing the rental housing industry are set out in a new in-depth study by the National Apartment Association (NAA) that shows how operators...

Real Estate Investor Emergency Fund

Here’s a conversation I’ve had way too many times: An investor calls me panicking because their HVAC system just died, they’ve got two vacant units, and their day job paycheck won’t cover the repairs. Sound familiar? Building a real estate investor emergency fund isn’t the sexiest topic—I get it. You’d rather talk about cap rates and cash flow. But here’s the reality: the investors who sleep well at night (and stay in the game long-term) are the ones who’ve built bulletproof financial cushions before diving into their first deal. Your emergency fund as a real estate investor isn’t just about personal expenses anymore.... Read more

Dreaming of owning a multifamily property but worried about the upfront costs or strict lending criteria? FHA loans might be the key to unlocking that dream. These...

Wondering, “what are rental appraisals?” If you’re a real estate investor, you probably know that an asset’s true value extends beyond its purchase price....

Wondering whether to invest in co-ops vs. condos? Before you make your decision, you should know about each one’s underlying legal structures, ownership models, and...

Deciding between single-family and multi-family property investments is a pivotal choice for both new and experienced investors. While both options have their place in...