Tax Reform Impacting Home Ownership
In early November, the House GOP leaders took their biggest step yet in their attempt to overhaul the U.S. tax code by releasing legislation that proposes sweeping changes to the current system. The proposal unveiled a new top tax… Continue reading
Crowdfunding Your Real Estate Purchase
Real Estate has historically generated 9.6%+ returns with less volatility than the stock market. Unfortunately, since real estate 
is typically expensive, ordinary investors have been left out of enjoying these profits.
Have you ever considered crowdfunding your real estate purchase? Crowdfunding may be a term you don’t recognize. Crowdfunding is the practice of funding a project or venture by raising many small amounts of money from a large number of people, typically via the internet.
Crowdfunding has become something of a buzzword among investors, and it’s been particularly well received in the real estate sector. Though it is still relatively new, real estate crowdfunding is rapidly reshaping the way individuals find and invest in properties.
We live in a world of new technologies, a place where things that once seemed impossible are now considered the norm. Uber, Amazon, Airbnb and many others have completely changed the way people buy and sell goods and services. A Gofundme campaign, which is a form of crowdfunding, can be set up in minutes to get you to go visit faraway places, buy a new toy, help out a friend in need, or support a great cause.
Owning vs Renting
Thinking about purchasing your first home? Right now is the to buy! The interest rates on home are historically low, which gives you more flexibility with your budget. When interest rates increase, it causes your monthly payments to increase, preventing… Continue reading
Market Conditions
With all the new incentives to become a home owner, the housing market has been on the rise showing signs of stability. Recently, foreclosures have fallen back to the pre-housing bust levels. In February, 303 houses were foreclosed on, which… Continue reading
Reduced Mortgage Insurance Premiums
Earlier this year President Obama visited Arizona with a plan that will help more people the ability to afford homes by reducing mortgage insurance premiums. His plan is to cut the premiums in half for most first-time home buyers along… Continue reading
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