According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), there are more than 44 million renters in the U.S. Due to the soaring real estate prices, many are outpriced in the housing market, and renting is cheaper. However, this is excellent news for you if you own investment properties for rent because there are many potential renters ready to…
Beth Davis
March 28, 2023
A 2022 Bankrate survey shows that real estate continues to be America’s favorite long-term investment option. Stocks were close behind in second, and cash investments came in third. It’s no surprise why real estate investing is so popular. Aside from its lower volatility compared to stocks and excellent ability to generate passive income, there are many tax benefits of owning…
Beth Davis
March 20, 2023
Are rental properties a good investment? As of January 2023, the national average home appreciation rate was 2% month over month and 14.5% year over year. Although home values and appreciation rates fluctuate, you can bet with near certainty that when you buy a property, it will appreciate over time. This is what makes real estate investing so appealing. First,…
In 2022, almost 30 million Americans moved. Yet, despite historically low migration numbers, experts say more will pack up and relocate in the coming years as the economy continues to adapt to the new post-pandemic way of life. If a move is on your horizon, you’ve probably already thought about starting the home selling process. But have you considered keeping…
Beth Davis
February 23, 2023
The real estate market has been climbing back up for a while now. With housing shortages and rising prices, many people are turning to rentals to find a place to live. This creates a unique opportunity for people with cash to invest in property. However, not all housing markets are created equal for rentals. Maximize your investment by finding the…
Beth Davis
January 31, 2023
Are you a rental property owner or investor? If the answer is yes, you may have questions regarding how the government taxes the income you accrue from your properties. How is rental income taxed, and what deductions can you apply to your returns? Get the answers you need below. How Is Rental Income Taxed Federally? If you own a property…
Beth Davis
January 24, 2023
The Simberg Center for Housing Studies at the University of Florida published a 2022 study showing nearly 2.8 million renter households in Florida. This means that roughly one-third of all Florida households are renters. Despite the economic downturn, the real estate market in Florida is still on fire. Yet, if your investment property listing isn’t getting any hits, you may…
Beth Davis
December 27, 2022
How to Calculate ROI on a Rental Property Did you know economists consider real estate one of the best recession-proof investments you can make? This is because real estate investing is a long-term game that isn’t affected by short-term occurrences. However, you shouldn’t just purchase any property that comes your way. Real estate investors know the importance of calculating ROI…
Beth Davis
December 20, 2022