Real Estate Advisor
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The tax man cometh, bearing gifts – 2009 may be your year for tax breaks
July / August 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 776
Abstract: In the midst of all the bailout bills, budget proposals and credit crunch measures of the past year, some of the old standbys have gotten a facelift which can greatly benefit real estate professionals. This article covers updates to laws regarding leasehold and restaurant depreciation, the Section 179 expensing election, the 50% first-year bonus depreciation allowance, net operating loss carrybacks and energy-related tax breaks.
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Ask the Advisor – How can I develop an accurate cash flow projection?
May / June 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 493
Abstract: Realistic cash flow projections are crucial to wise investment decisions and intelligent property management. Savvy real estate investors run cash flow projections on every property they intend to buy, to help determine the before-tax viability of an investment. This article discusses how, with a little research and some simple calculations, you can develop a cash flow projection on your next purchase. A helpful sidebar shows how to calculate cash flow before taxes.
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The due diligence payoff
May / June 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 769
Abstract: Performing due diligence ranks right up there as one of the most potentially boring — but important — tasks for real estate investors. Crossing your T’s and dotting your I’s could save you a lot of money, as well as entanglement in less than desirable investment properties. But what should you be looking for when you do your due diligence? This article offers some clues.
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5 mistakes commercial real estate investors make
May / June 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 595
Abstract: Investors face an uphill battle today, when achieving profitability poses more of a challenge than in years past. You can enhance your probability of a healthy bottom line, however, by avoiding five common mistakes. This article describes how 1) inadequate market research, 2) inaccurate financial projections, 3) financial overextension, 4) lack of planning, and 5) ignoring financial indicators can impede profitability.
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Asset-protection planning – Holding on to what’s yours
May / June 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1247
Abstract: Given today’s economic uncertainties and litigious society, asset-protection planning has become more important than ever for real estate investors and developers. Fortunately, there’s much you can do to stave off disaster before it plunders what you’ve worked so hard to build. This article discusses four such strategies: having adequate insurance, using ERISA provisions to keep creditors from your retirement accounts, spreading the risk by dividing the business into separate entities, and using trusts. A sidebar on “planning” for divorce offers another way to protect your assets.
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Ask the Advisor – Is multifamily housing a smart investment in today’s market?
March / April 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 410
Abstract: Although multifamily housing’s rate of return is generally lower than that of real estate ventures, it’s considered a less risky, more stable investment within the real estate sector. That’s because, even though businesses may fold in difficult times, people will always need a place to live. The multifamily housing real estate segment isn’t without its concerns, however. This article explores the pros and cons of such investments.
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How to spot a bad apple when screening tenants
March / April 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 370
Abstract: Screening out troublesome tenants is a critical task for any landlord. By eliminating the bad apples before they move in, you can avoid many aggravating problems that may arise after they’re settled in. The key is to implement a smart screening process and stick to it. This brief article explains how to do just that.
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The tax effect of a lease with option to buy
March / April 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 674
Abstract: Many real estate professionals use the “lease with option to buy” method of structuring deals, because it enables them to collect higher monthly payments and higher prices overall than they could in a normal transaction. Lease options bring buyers to the table who otherwise wouldn’t have been able to purchase, thus enabling sellers to move houses in a down market. But, as popular as this method is, both lessees and lessors need to be aware of certain tax implications. This article explains what those are.
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Perils and pitfalls abound – Selling investment property to your offspring
March / April 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 752
Abstract: A perennial challenge for real estate investors is how to transfer property to their heirs in the most tax-advantaged way while also maintaining control of the property and its income stream. The IRS pays special attention to transactions among family members and generally assumes that any transfer among them is really a gift. Whether a transfer is considered a gift or a sale can have significant tax consequences for both parties involved. This article explains how to structure the transaction in a manner that suits the IRS.
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Real estate and leveraging: The risk of taking on too much
March / April 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 932
Abstract: Leveraging other people’s money has always been a primary tool for real estate investors. Using leverage, savvy investors have been able to make more money, much more quickly than they could have otherwise. Although there are advantages to using leverage, there’s also increased risk of loss. This article delves into the topic, explaining how leverage works and exposing some of the red flags that could get you in trouble. A sidebar goes into the loan-to-value ratio and how it fits into the leverage equation.
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Ask the Advisor – Can social networking help me, as a real estate professional?
January / February 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 478
Abstract: One of the hottest online trends in real estate today involves social networking. Real estate deals are really about connections — and, increasingly, those connections are being made online. Several social networking Internet sites have sprung up where real estate professionals can blog, interact, gain valuable knowledge and forge relationships that may later translate into deals. This article sheds some light on the new trend.
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Way cool: Green roofs are growing
January / February 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 603
Abstract: Green roofs are popping up in just about every U.S. city, as Americans are seeing the potential in sustainable building trends. But green roofs aren’t just a fad; they’re proving to have tremendous insulating effects on buildings and thus can provide significant energy savings — as well as other benefits. This article explains how the savings can add up.
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Help from HERA – Housing act could give industry a boost
January / February 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1019
Abstract: The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HERA) was designed to help shore up the United States’ shaky real estate market. Lawmakers crafted the bill with an eye toward bolstering home prices, stimulating home sales, and offering relief to borrowers facing foreclosure. This article describes some tax-related perks — and pitfalls — for strategy-minded investors. A sidebar explains how Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae may also benefit from HERA.
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New tools for checking energy use
January / February 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 346
Abstract: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has developed two online tools to help you assess a building’s energy use. Both tools rely on the EPA energy performance rating to benchmark performance, and both provide an effective way for property investors and developers to quickly understand the financial and environmental impact of energy-saving strategies. This article briefly explains how the tools work.
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Infrastructure investment – A bridge to good returns
January / February 2009
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 593
Abstract: Trillions of dollars will be invested in developing and repairing infrastructure in the next few years, and with good reason. From collapsing bridges to crumbling levees, recent events have highlighted the need for costly structural upgrades. With governments strapped for cash, the door is wide open for private investors to get involved in financing infrastructure construction and repair. In light of the risk and high capital requirements, this article explains why index-based investments, such as exchange traded funds, may be the way to go.