Author: Steve Loffler

4 Things DMV Home Sellers Can Do to Ensure a Fast Closing

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Closing is the final step in selling your home, the point at which you can breathe easy because the transaction is finalized. But the process leading up to closing usually produces a lot of anxiety and worry because so many things can go wrong to delay the closing. Still, there are some steps you can … Continued

5 Signs of a Great Investment Property in DMV

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Real estate is a numbers game, and there are universal factors that influence the outcome for each player. When you have an opportunity to invest, how will you know if you are holding a great card in your hand? Winners easily recognize these five signs of a great investment property in DMV. Demand  Demand for … Continued

How to Buy a Short Sale or Foreclosure in DMV

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X marks the spot, and jumping on the main highway of online listings will not deliver the short sales and foreclosures DMV real estate investors seek. Unlike foreclosures, short sales are voluntary and generally are in move-in condition, usually still occupied. Short sales are, in essence, the last-ditch effort of sellers to avoid entering into … Continued

Top Tax Deductions for Your DMV Investment Property

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Tax laws are incredibly advantageous to those who invest in real estate, and you could pay little to no taxes through optimum maximization of these laws. It is vital to understand the advantages of leverage regarding real estate investments and tax laws. Be sure that you are following the guidelines so that your deductions pass … Continued

How to Use Your IRA to Buy Investment Real Estate in DMV

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Can I use my IRA to buy an investment property? Using your IRA as a tax-deferred protective shield allows you the benefit of diversification of assets and potentially higher returns through your real estate investments. While you cannot purchase property you already own under the rules, when you retire, what once served as one of … Continued

Costs to Expect With an FSBO Listing in DMV

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While selling your house on your own will save you in real estate commissions, much of the costs you will absorb, such as marketing, are included in the commission. These savings come at a high price for most sellers, and we’ll discuss the costs you can expect with an FSBO listing in DMV.  Screening Calls … Continued

What You Need to Know About Disclosures When Selling Your Home in DMV

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Disclosure documents in real estate require you as the seller to list any known issues with the property and remodeling projects undertaken by the current owners. The disclosure process does not exist only to protect the buyer. It is essential to understand that sellers benefit significantly from this step in any real estate transaction. Read … Continued