Many real estate investors begin in residential real estate but eventually move into commercial real estate as they become more comfortable. As a result, real estate investors are often familiar […]
Continue reading…What Determines Real Estate Yield?
In real estate, yield is calculated by dividing the annual cash flows received by the value of the asset: Yield: Annual Cash Flow Current Value of Asset For example, a […]
Continue reading…What Are the Tax Benefits of Real Estate Investing?
Real estate is an extremely popular asset class among the wealthy. In addition to stocks and bonds, wealthy investors often have significant direct real estate investments within their portfolios, whether […]
Continue reading…What Are Opportunity Zones?
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 significantly altered the U.S. Tax Code through changes to capital gains treatments, personal deductions, and a series of other revisions. For real […]
Continue reading…What Is the 1031 Exchange?
Perhaps you’ve heard of the 1031 Exchange. Perhaps you haven’t. Regardless, you are likely unfamiliar with what a 1031 Exchange actually does and how it works. The 1031 Exchange is […]
Continue reading…What are the Key Legal Differences in a Commercial Lease Versus a Residenial Lease?
There are a number of differences between commercial and residential leases. The most significant is the “use” provision. The premises leased under a commercial lease may be used for a […]
Continue reading…How to Finance my Investment Real Estate in Rhode Island?
“Ninety percent of all millionaires become so through owning real estate. More money has been made in real estate than in industrial investments combined. The wise young man or wage […]
Continue reading…What are the Legal Differences Between a Co-op, Condo, Townhome and House?
When shopping for a residence, a buyer may be attracted to its architectural style, the lifestyle it offers, privacy, control over of making alterations or maintenance concerns and fees. When […]
Continue reading…What are the Ways to Get Out of a Commercial Lease?
You found the perfect location for your business, retail store or office, and you are ready to sign the lease! Unlike residential leases, which usually have a 1-year term, a […]
Continue reading…Federal Tax Reform Bill May Greatly Impact Commercial Real Estate
After a recent federal tax reform bill was approved, many are concerned with the law’s disproportionately negative impact on tax-heavy states, and the incentive for residents of such states to […]
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