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  • cash-on-cash
  • capitalization rate
  • net operating income
  • vacancy loss
  • operating expenses
  • return on investment
  • … and many more

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20 03, 2021

How Real Estate Gains or Losses are Computed

By |2021-03-21T11:35:56-05:00March 20th, 2021|Investment|0 Comments

Real estate gains or losses affect investors. The IRS is more favorable to taxpayers who live in the property and use it as their primary residence. For a single taxpayer or married filing separately, $250,000 in profit is tax-free. For married couples filing jointly, $500,000 gain is tax-free. Likewise, sellers pay capital gains on any profit that exceeds these amounts. There are two qualifiers. First, you must actually live in the house during two of the last five years before its sale. Secondly, you must have owned the home for two out of those five years. [...]

19 03, 2021

Finding a condo for sale in Oxford, MS for rental income

By |2021-04-13T14:20:42-05:00March 19th, 2021|Investment|0 Comments

If an investor purchases a condo for sale in Oxford, MS that is furnished, it can be used for gameday and other weekend event rental! All about investment condos Are you looking at investment condos for sale in Oxford, MS to create passive rental income? Your decision will ultimately hinge on the potential profit and net yield that the investment can make. Airbnb is widely growing in popularity with a 102% increase since 2017. The largest growing demographic are over 60 years of age as well as women. Reporting an average of $20,619 [...]

29 01, 2019

Business Income Deduction for Self-Employed

By |2020-02-19T10:53:20-06:00January 29th, 2019|Investment, News|0 Comments

The regulations will benefit individuals, partnerships, S corporations, trusts and estates engaged in domestic trades or businesses. A business income deduction is available for eligible taxpayers with pass-through real estate businesses. The 2017 tax reform bill brought about Section 199A, the 20 percent business income deduction. The IRS created deduction by way of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Almost any self-employed person or owner of a pass-through business (such as an S corporation, limited liability company, or partnership) with eligible income can take 20 percent off the top after business expenses are [...]

25 06, 2018

1031 Tax Deferred exchange for business real estate owners

By |2020-02-20T10:24:46-06:00June 25th, 2018|Investment, News|0 Comments

Meet with your CPA to see if you could qualify and save tons of money with the Section 1031. Tax benefits for businesses owning real estate The 1031 Tax Deferred exchange has been beneficial for individuals in agriculture and small businesses since the 1920's. Over the years, it has provided tax benefits for businesses owning real estate by deferring capital gains taxes. As a result, the business owners have been reinvesting the sale proceeds on assets held for business and investment purposes. The basis of the 1031 Tax Deferred exchange is related to [...]

15 06, 2018

What to Expect When You’re Inspecting your new Oxford Condo

By |2020-02-19T10:54:09-06:00June 15th, 2018|Home Buyers, Homeowners, Investment|0 Comments

Inspecting Oxford MS Condo: helping buyers know what they are buying A home inspection is an assessment of the home's current condition. Inspecting Oxford MS condo is common even if the buyer is not financing. The home inspection identifies problems with houses and condos and give buyers knowledge of the pertinent issues. Home inspections in Oxford are seldomly, if ever waived. It is all part of the due diligence process for buyers. Buyers investing in a property want to know what are the physical conditions of the unit. If you are a seller, you may have [...]

2 11, 2017

Short-term rental services decrease single family homes

By |2020-02-19T10:54:27-06:00November 2nd, 2017|Homeowners, Investment, Property Value|0 Comments

2017 data shows a decrease in the number of single family homes for sale in Oxford, MS though an increase in sales price. Declining number of homes for sale Throughout the year, there has been declining housing inventory. Several factors play into this trend as shown here. The Wall Street Journal has also cited the effect of Airbnb as a catalyst of rising home prices and rents. For the full WSJ article, click here. National and local rent trends Edward Kung, an assistant professor of economics at the University of California Los Angeles, told The Wall [...]

22 08, 2017

More Oxford housing inventory needed

By |2020-02-19T10:54:38-06:00August 22nd, 2017|Building, Investment|0 Comments

Shortage of University of Mississippi housing has lead to more off-campus real estate developments. Homes for sale in Oxford MS are driven by three primary factors. With regard to signs of local market strength, many builders are not able to satisfy the housing demand in Oxford. One of the best indicators for increasing growth is the number of new building permits. See this data indicating less units sold in 2017. You can read more about the Oxford housing market statistics in 2017. 3 factors will continue to increase demand for homes for sale in [...]

1 08, 2017

Buy a condo in Oxford from afar

By |2018-06-24T08:12:57-05:00August 1st, 2017|Home Buyers, Investment|0 Comments

Searching for a condo in Oxford has never been easier! Virtual tours and electronic signature paperwork has made viewing and offering a breeze. Searching for a condo in Oxford is not without its difficulties, but it's not impossible. Actually, modern technology has made much of the home buying process as close to physical engagement as possible. To find a condo in Oxford before someone else does, get an agent! You will need an agent to keep you posted on new listings that fit your purchasing profile as they come to market. While you can try [...]

24 03, 2017

Earn Tax Benefits from Owning a Second Home in Oxford

By |2020-02-19T10:55:49-06:00March 24th, 2017|Home Buyers, Investment, Oxford Homes For Sale, Oxford MS Condos for Sale|0 Comments

Among the second home ownership perks aside from visiting Oxford for events, footballs games, or spending time with family and friends, there are a lot of tax benefits to owning a second home in Oxford. Here are the ways to prosper with your second home purchase. Mortgage interest That's right! You can write off 100% of the interest paid on the mortgage of your second home up to $1 M of debt. This includes total debt taken for all properties. Home improvements Is your owning a second home in Oxford in need of repairs? Make repairs, deduct [...]

2 02, 2017

Real estate investors are expected to increase portfolio

By |2020-02-19T10:56:10-06:00February 2nd, 2017|Investment, Property Value|0 Comments

A safe bet is real estate investments for the near future. Real estate investments expect to increase for U.S. investors Investors in 2017 and beyond are expected to increase their investments in U.S. markets according to KPMG's 2017 Real Estate Industry Outlook Survey. Real estate fundamentals are regarded as the primary driver of investor interest as well as a growing U.S. economy. Couple this real estate executive optimism with the new U.S. administration's intention to lower taxes and deregulate businesses, there may be a push for increases in new construction and existing home sales [...]

26 11, 2016

Finding a fixer-upper based on neighborhood

By |2020-02-19T10:56:37-06:00November 26th, 2016|Home Buyers, Investment, Property Value|0 Comments

The neighborhood market value is the driving factor to determining if a fixer-upper in Oxford, MS is worth it. Everyone wants a deal Many first-time Mississippi property buyers as well as seasoned investors find great benefits to searching for fixer-uppers. It allows the home buyers to purchase a property with a limited budget by targeting homes below market value. Well-informed home buyers search for a fixer-upper in Oxford, MS after studying the principle of progression vs. regression. Let's look at these principles. The principle of progression as it relates to a fixer-upper in Oxford, [...]

15 10, 2016

Investment Property: Purchase price and cash flow

By |2020-02-19T10:56:43-06:00October 15th, 2016|Investment, Property Value|0 Comments

Purchasing an investment property to rent is a very lucrative business in Oxford, MS. With the near endless inventory of students attending and graduating the University of Mississippi, there is constant turnover. You may also choose to rent your house if you are relocating, but wishing to delay selling. A good tenant can help create cash flows to go toward paying off your mortgage more quickly or save for a retirement account. Allowing someone to rent your home is a major undertaking. Many landlords rely on the services of a property manager to address to daily issues. [...]

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