A Few Misguided Beliefs About 1031 Exchanges

A 1031 exchange is a great way to avoid the tax consequences of selling real estate. But, just to make sure you aren't on the wrong side of an IRS audit, read these observations.

A Stock Investor's Perspective on Purchasing An Investment Home

Your home will be a successful investment if you take a disciplined approach. Here are some things to think about before purchasing your property.

A Tale about an Adjustable Rate Mortgage and the Flat Yield Curve

Whether you want to be in an adjustable rate mortgage or a fixed rate mortgage depends on the slope of the yield curve.

Amateur Real Estate Investors: How to Read Your Local Housing Market!

Thinking of buying or selling a home in your neck of the woods? While you can find tons of state-specific housing trend information in a number of different resources, neighborhood-specific trends are much more chaotic and difficult to find. This brief article will teach you how to identify mortgage trends near you!

Are Speculators Pushing Home Prices Up?

The number of real estate investors has surged in recent years. The housing market is hot- are investors part of the reason why? What happens if they throw in the towel?

Buying a Pre-owned House: What You Need to Know

Purchasing a pre-owned house has advantages and disadvantages for the buyer. Here is a list of what to expect.

Federal Tax Credits Lower Cost of Installing Solar Power on Your Home

The Federal Energy Policy Act went into effect on January 1st 2006. Now, tax rebates will pay a good amount of the cost of solar panel installation. Read on to learn more!

Financing Investment Real Estate: Interview with Real Estate Expert Charlie Krackeler

Charlie Krackeler is a noted real estate expert in the San Francisco Bay Area. He founded CK Presents to provide real estate licensees throughout the country and is considered a leader is real estate continuing education. Charlie can be contacted through his website, ckpresents.com

Holding Period Requirements for 1031 Exchanges

Holding requirements are vague, but learning the rules is essential to take advantage of the 1031 exchange.

Home Prices Keep Going Up-- Is it Sustainable?

Bubble, huh? Home prices continue to rise across the nation, even in the face of higher mortgage costs.

Home-Office Deduction Rules

Work from home and want to take a tax write-off? Here are three rules that require your attention.

How to Select a Property Manager: Top Five Questions to Ask

Finding effective property management is a key component in owning investment property. Unless you are a professional landlord, or intend on becoming one, selecting the best possible property management company could make or break your financial future in real estate. Mortgage expert Aaron Thomas gives us five of the most important questions to ask a potential property manager.

Identifying Quality Real Estate Investments

When it comes to identifying quality real estate investments, a person should check out not only the property at hand, but also the businessperson or realtor involved in the deal.

If You're Worried the Value of Your Home is Going to Collapse, There are New Ways to Protect Yourself

If you believe you are living in a housing bubble and are scared to death of falling prices, their are options on the internet to save your tail.

Interview with Real Estate Expert Charlie Krackeler: The Challenges of Being a Landlord

Charlie Krackeler is a real estate expert located in the San Francisco Bay Area. He founded CK Presents to provide real estate licensees throughout the country and is considered a leader is real estate continuing education. Charlie can be contacted through his website, ckpresents.com

Investing in Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

Real estate investment trusts are a way to start real estate investing without a lot of money. Learn more about investing in real estate investment trusts here.

Investing in Real Estate: Primary Residence and Second Homes

Owning a primary residence or a second home can be a great investment. Take advantage of tax law to maximize your return.

Is the U.S.A. One Giant Housing Market

A debate rages over whether housing markets are localized or national. Do home prices in Las Vegas affect those in Boston? The mortgage market could be the wild card.

Looking For Home Buying Bargains: Purchase In Winter

If past trends are any guide, buying a home in the winter can save you big bucks.

More Terms For Successful Real Estate Investing

Real estate is an asset proven to appreciate over time. From an investment standpoint, residential real estate can be a great option. But to earn the maximum return investors must follow strict principles related to, mortgages, taxes and price appreciation.

New Home Construction Trends For the Next Ten Years

The number of homes built in the next decade should be more than the total number of either the 1980's and 1990's. What is the impact on home prices?

Popular Tax Breaks on Homeownership

Many tax advantages come from buying and owning real estate. From mortgage deductions to remodel write-offs, here is what you need to know.

Previewing 2006: Will the Housing Market Bust or Rust?

What goes up, must come down? Not necessarily! Current and potential real estate investors know better than anybody that the laws of physics don't apply to today's mortgage market. The question on everybody's mind is: Will the housing market bust, allowing potential homeowners to cash in on its failure, or rust, coming to a screeching halt with soaring costs and interest rates? What will it mean for you? Many advisors urge caution to both investors and buyers. Read on to learn why!

Price Appreciation: How to Get it With Your Condo

Don't let your condo become just another house on the block. Here's some tips for keeping your home at the top of the market.

Real Estate Investing in the Midst of a Market Bubble

During the upside phase of a bubble, real estate investing seems to be a walk in the park. During the downside phase things get a little tougher. Here is what you need to know.

Real Estate Investing: How to Buy a Vacation Home

Buying a vacation home is a major investment, both in terms of time and of money. Here are some guidelines which can you to make a good choice.

Real Estate Investing: Income Property

Income property is a tough investment. Many are lured by the thought of recurring revenue and property appreciation, but results depend on savvy investment skills.

REITS 101: An Interview with Rob Black

Flamboyant, irreverent, over-the-top and smart as a whip, Rob Black personifies fortune-making spirit of today's marketplace. He can be seen weekdays on KRON Channel 4 in San Francisco on his daily finacial program, 'Rob Black and Your Money'. He sat down with his producer, Cyndi Popper to talk about the basics when considering REITS as an investment.

Second Home Buyers Benefit From Slowdown

Some of last year's hot housing markets are beginning to cool. Vacation homebuyers might want to start shopping.

Sources of Income From a Real Estate Investment

Purchasing real estate for investment can pay-off in many ways. From mortgage interest deductions to rental income, here are a few ways to make a buck off your second home.

Three Essential Terms for Successful Real Estate Investing

Successful real estate investing begins with knowledge of the tax code, market trends, and mortgage tools. Here are three basic terms to learn and study to ensure successful real estate investing.

Three Ways Real Estate Owners Can Build Equity

Paying down your mortgage, making capital improvements, and home appreciation are the three ways to build equity in your home.

Tips for Hiring a Builder to Build Your Second Home

Building your own second home can be a very rewarding decision, both personally and financially. But finding a decent builder can be a career unto itself. Here are a couple of tips.

Understanding Home Price Appreciation

Home price appreciation is an easy idea to grasp. But don't get too excited. Just because the estimated value of your home has increased doesn't mean you have more money. Here are some reasons why your mortgage balance and time horizon can affect your equity.

Website Lists Real Estate Data Using Simple Format

They say to think of them as the Yahoo! Finance of real estate. RadCribs.com helps homebuyers and their agents research properties and the market.

What 'New Housing Starts' Means For Investors

Housing starts are the number of new homes beginning construction during a given month. The number can give an edge to stock, bond and real estate investors.

Why Add Points To Your Mortgage Cost

Discount points can help get your interest rate down to an affordable level.

Why Invest in Real Estate?

People may invest in real estate for the enjoyment of buying and remodeling homes, or for the monetary gain achieved by investing their money in something that appears to be financially advantageous.

Your Condo Can Lack Resale Value Without High-Tech Gadgets

What's high-tech for us today, will just be standard features years from now. Make sure your condominium is equipped to make the grade.