Welcome to part 2 of this 4-part series on building wealth through real estate. One of the key strategies in real estate investing is leveraging debt to increase your returns. In simple terms, leveraging means borrowing money (a mortgage) to fund the purchase of a property. This give you the benefits of owing a more …
Welcome to part 3 of this 4-part series on building wealth through real estate. The next crucial pillar in real estate investing is appreciation. Over time, property values tend to increase due to inflation, demand for housing, and the inherent value of land itself. This rise in property value means that the asset in which …
Welcome to part 4 of this 4-part series on building wealth through real estate. Last, but certainly not least, tax savings are a huge benefit of real estate investing. The IRS allows real estate investors to deduct certain expenses, one of the most significant being depreciation. Depreciation allows you to deduct the cost of your …
As summer turns into fall, and the leaves begin to turn, it’s time to start getting your home ready for winter. Here’s a list of smart things you can do to that will reduce energy usage, extends the life of its systems and components, and makes your home safer.
Two Ways to Ensure Your Pool Will Be a Positive Thing; Not a Problem By Jennifer Kirby – Guest ColumnistAugust 30, 2024 A pool is a great investment. It’s an investment in your enjoyment, health, entertainment, and memories for years to come. It keeps the kids and grandkids coming back. Also, if you don’t have …
According to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), 7% of homes sold last year were For Sale By Owner. This ties the all-time lowest percentage recorded in 2021. Clever Real Estate recently did a survey of 1,000 sellers to find out why they chose not to have an agent. Sellers who opted to sell their …
I believe buying real estate in Johnson County, KS is a fantastic way to build long-term wealth. It’s an especially great place for first-time home buyers, because of how relatively affordable it is to buy a house here. You can usually depend on home appreciation in Johnson County to stay just above inflation. Plus, the …
Having the most accurate home sale info is important for many reasons. If you live in the Greater Kansas City Metro and are curious what’s going on in your neighborhood, or want the quickest, most accurate info for homes coming on the market, I suggest having your real estate agent set you up with notifications …
There is a shortage of multi-family properties available for sale right now in Johnson County (i.e. duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes). Why? It’s because multi-family properties are selling fast in Johnson County! As I type this, there are currently only 8 active multi-family listings on the market right now in Johnson County. That’s insane! To …
equity – noun eq·ui·ty | \ ˈe-kwə-tē \ The value of a mortgaged property after deduction of charges against it. Merriam-Webster.com. https://www.merriam-webster.com Equity is the difference between what your house is worth and what you owe on it. For example: a $400,000 house with a $250,000 mortgage, has about $150,000 in equity. This number increases …