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Category: Ask a Realtor

Joint Ventures in Real Estate: A Guide to Collaborative Success

Nicki and Karen » December 30, 2024

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When investing in real estate, you can purchase properties on your own or partner with other investors to create joint v ...

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What Is a Short Sale in Real Estate?

Nicki and Karen » December 23, 2024

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If you want to sell your home because you’re no longer capable of paying for it, you may want to consider a short ...

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Understanding Gated Communities: Safety, Access, and More

Nicki and Karen » December 16, 2024

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When searching for the right home, consider looking at properties in gated communities if you value privacy and security ...

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The Ultimate Guide to Waterfront Property: What to Know Before You Invest

Nicki and Karen » December 9, 2024

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What Is Waterfront Property? Waterfront property refers to real estate directly adjacent to a body of water, such as oce ...

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How to Remove a Squatter from Your Property

Nicki and Karen » December 2, 2024

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If you own a rental property, you may encounter squatters from time to time. If someone enters your rental property and ...

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2018 Housing market forecast for sellers

Understanding Depreciation Recapture Tax Rate: What You Need to Know

Nicki and Karen » November 25, 2024

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When a real estate investor or business wants to sell some of its assets, they’ll need to calculate the loss or ga ...

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A Step-by-Step Guide for Landlords Rent Collection Post-Eviction Process

Nicki and Karen » November 18, 2024

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Whether a tenant damages their unit or doesn’t pay rent on time, there are many reasons why landlords may be force ...

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What You Need to Know About Landlords Holding Security Deposits in California

Nicki and Karen » November 11, 2024

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The monthly rent payments that are made as part of a lease agreement between a tenant and landlord are simple enough to ...

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How Much House Can I Afford with a $100,000 Salary?

Nicki and Karen » November 4, 2024

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Before you begin searching for your dream home, it’s a good idea to identify how much you can afford. If you inten ...

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Navigating Real Estate Litigation: A Comprehensive Guide

Nicki and Karen » October 28, 2024

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Real estate is a complex and valuable asset. When you become a homeowner, every mortgage payment you make increases your ...

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