Real Estate Definition: Essential Terms Everyone Should Know – Part 1
Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a property, investing in real estate, or applying for a mortgage, understanding common real estate terms can make the entire process much easier. Real estate transactions involve legal, financial, and...California Proposition 5 & California Proposition 10
November 6, 2018 is around the corner and I am sharing two propositions affecting Real Estate properties with you. California Proposition 5 Property Tax Transfer Initiative (“Prop 5”) concerns calculating property tax on owner-occupied replacement properties. A...Self-Directed IRAs: A Smarter Way to Invest in Real Estate
Most people think retirement investing is limited to stocks and mutual funds but a self directed IRA opens the door to real estate and other alternative investments. This post explores how investors have used self directed retirement accounts to build wealth through notes and deeds of trust and property purchases. If you are looking for a way to grow your retirement portfolio beyond the stock market this could be worth exploring.