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24 Jul 2019
By noelkelman

What’s The Value Of Water?

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When investing in real estate, few people think about water as a high priority. All of us have become used to water being readily available and rarely give it a second thought. Most would think that water is only a consideration for farmers who need it to irrigate agriculture. However, due to climate change and population growth, the world is experiencing large impacted areas and major cities that are running out of water. Will Water Run Out? Las Vegas expects to run out of water by 2030. Lake Mead near Las Vegas is the water supply for more than two…
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23 Jul 2019
By noelkelman

What Is A 1031 Tax Exchange?

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A 1031 tax exchange is a legal way to defer paying capital gains when selling a property and then buying a "like-kind" property within the allowed period. The time limits allowed are 45 calendar days after the close of the sale of the first property to identify the like-kind property for acquisition and then close the purchase transaction to complete the 1031 exchange within 180 calendar days. Like-Kind Property The property's broad characteristics determine if it is a like-kind property, not the quality of the asset. In real estate investing, there is a wide variety of things that qualify for…
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22 Jul 2019
By noelkelman

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 22nd, 2019

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Last week's economic reporting included readings from the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index, Commerce Department reports on housing starts and building permits issued. The University of Michigan consumer sentiment index was also released. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also reported. NAHB: Builder Confidence Rises as Housing Starts Slip Home builder confidence in current market conditions rose one point to an index reading of 65 in June. Any reading over 50 means that most builders view housing markets conditions as positive, but July's reading was lower year-over-year. Builders have long cited a shortage…
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19 Jul 2019
By noelkelman

5 Important Benefits Of Downsizing Your Home

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After the children are all grown and moved out, the family home often feels excessively large and empty. If you're in this stage of life, you may be wondering if you should downsize like so many others, or stay put. Downsizing may be the best option, depending on your lifestyle. Here are five benefits of downsizing for you to consider. 1. Less Clutter When you move into a smaller home, you'll have the opportunity to get rid of many possessions that you no longer need. Whether it's sporting goods or knick knacks, you'll be able to either sell the items,…
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18 Jul 2019
By noelkelman

The Incredible Value Of A Business Mentor

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If someone says that they are a "self-made" success who did it all completely by themselves with no help from anyone, they are probably stretching the truth. Success never usually happens in a vacuum. The definition of success is that something is recognized and respected by others.  Honest business people recognize and appreciate the help that they received from others. They know it was a big part of what made them able to achieve success. Clever people, when they are just starting out in something new, find a mentor. A mentor is a person who is willing to help a…
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17 Jul 2019
By noelkelman

NAHB: Housing Market Index Rises 1 Point in July

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Home Builder sentiment rose one point in July according to the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index. 2019 builder confidence in housing market condition continued to fall short of 2018 levels. July's Housing Market Index reading of 65 was one point higher than June's reading. Component readings also rose one point each. Builder confidence in current housing market conditions rose to 72; the reading for builder confidence in market conditions for the next six months rose to 71. Builder confidence in buyer traffic in new housing developments rose to an index reading of 48; buyer traffic readings seldom…
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16 Jul 2019
By noelkelman

How To Find Hot Real Estate Markets

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A hot market in real estate is identified by a few things, which include higher prices, lower amounts of unsold inventory, and desirable neighborhoods. Neighborhoods can increase in value because of having an excellent location, high-paying jobs, quality schools, and a variety of attractive amenities. Hot Markets Are After The Fact Properties in a hot market may sell faster, for higher prices, and without needing to be in perfect condition or staged for sale. Real estate investors do not necessarily benefit from learning about a hot market unless they already own property in that market area. It is nice to…
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15 Jul 2019
By noelkelman

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 15th, 2019

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Last week's economic releases included reports on inflation, core inflation and minutes from the Federal Open Market Committee Meeting held June 18 and 19. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released. Inflation Rate Rises, but Grows at Lowest Pace in Four Months June's Consumer Price Index reported the lowest rate of inflation in four months with a year-over-year rate of 1.60 percent growth as compared to May's year-over-year inflation rate of 1.80 percent. Fuel prices were lower, which helped balance rising costs of rent, clothing and autos. Analysts said that falling inflation rates would be a…
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