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3 Things To Do Before Walking Away From Investment Property

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If you or someone you know dumped some “bad” real estate, then there might be a ticking tax bomb coming your way. It’s a Form 1099-C and it means you have a “cancellation of debt”, and cancellation of debt is taxable.

So if the lender forecloses and takes your property from you, or you do a short sale, chances are the current value is less than your loan. That means the lender has to forgive part of the debt or may pursue you for the difference.

If they forgive the debt, you have a cancellation of debt. And if you have a cancellation of debt, you have a taxable event. The amount of debt that is cancelled is taxable income to you. You report it on your Form 1040 just like any other type of ordinary income. In other words, you never got a check, but you have to pay tax on it.

So, let’s go with the foreclosure or short sale scenario and assume that your lender has forgiven the debt. Just as a note though, don’t assume that the lender is forgiving all the debt. In most states, they can pursue you if you’ve refinanced the first loan or for a second mortgage. And depending on your particular state laws, they could wait years to come after you for the amount. Yikes!

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Housing Vacancies Reach New Record

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Housing and rental vacancies have hit unprecedented levels. Included in these record vacancy numbers are a plague of abandoned properties fated for demolition, and millions more homes being withheld from market. Of the more than 19 million empty homes recorded by the US Census, just under 2 million are up for sale, many of them in uninhabitable condition.

Even though the economy remains weak and the housing market, in particular, is still years from recovery, some news suggests that stronger growth can be expected as the year progresses.

A record 19.2 million U.S. homes are vacant, representing the highest number of residential properties that are vacant of all-time, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The figure represents 14.5% of all the homes in America.

The dismal figure was issued as part of the Census Bureau homeownership quarterly survey for the first quarter of 2010. A total of 19,230,000 homes are vacant, according to the report. The same study shows that 10.6% of all in the nation are vacant, also an all-time record.

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3 Specific Attacks on Real Estate Investors by the Obama Administration

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(Part 1 of 3)

Let’s get straight to the heart of it:

Attack #1: Would it bother you if you learned that the Obama administration has specifically targeted investors like you and me for massive tax hikes?  These tax hikes apply only to investors and nobody else… Because you are an investor, you have specifically been targeted by this administration for financial penalization and increased government control of your business!

Attack #2: And would it bother you if you learned that the Obama administration has written regulations that make it illegal for you to sell any of your property via seller financing without first passing a government-created test and being registered with the federal government?  That’s exactly what’s happening, and all current information suggests these new regulations will take effect on July 1, 2010. Again, because you are a real estate investor, you have specifically been targeted by this administration for financial penalization and increased government control of your business!

Attack #3: And how does it make you feel that the Democrat-controlled U.S. House of Representatives has already passed a bill that will require that every home in America – including your personal residence, and every you own or acquire in the future – will have to pass a government inspection and certification before your home can be sold to any third party?

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Atlanta Investment Property – Only $5,000 Down!

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Atlanta, Georgia Investment Property

We are pleased to offer investors our latest great deal.  You can buy Atlanta investment property with only a $5,000 down payment and start with a 25% instant equity position plus positive cash flow.

This turnkey real estate investment caters to investors who want to own but do not have the time, the resources, or the experience to get it done.  This tremendously reduces your risks and saves you money throughout the process.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Positive Cash Flow on Every Property: Get gross positive cash flow on every property without having to use an interest only loan or pay down large sums of cash. Invest in one of the few markets in the country where this is possible.
  • 25% Equity in Every Property: This instant equity strengthens your financial balance sheet from day one and allows for multiple exit strategies.
  • Easy, Permanent Financing with our Preferred Lender: Deal with a lender who understands our business and gives you the best rates and closing costs on the market for investment properties.
  • FREE Tenant Placement: The builder pays your 1st tenant placement fee, which is equal to one month's rent (approx. $1,000).
  • 90-Day Warranty on Repairs and Maintenance: The builder stands behind their rehabs. They will pay for all rehab-related repairs and maintenance including unforeseen plumbing and electrical issues for 90 days.
  • 1-Year Builder's Warranty:  Included with every purchase.
  • Property Management Included

Download the FREE Property Report here: Atlanta investment property.

New Dallas Investment Property

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We are pleased to announce our second offering within the great state of Texas.

Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio and the state capital, Austin, make up what many call the Texaplex: a densely packed triangle with each side measuring about 300 miles.  This triangle is home to roughly 80% of the state's population of 24 million people (second only to California's 37 million).  It also containing America's third-largest airport (Dallas-Fort Worth, aka DFW) and its second-busiest sea port, Houston, (despite being 50 miles inland).

Dallas offers investors a very stable housing market that has weathered the housing bubble of years past. The Case-Shiller home price index recently reported that Dallas home prices rose 1.9% between April and May 2009.  This was the second highest price increase behind Cleveland real estate market for the same period.

There is a fantastic 10-page special report in the July 11th, 2009 issue of The Economist. that covered the Texas market along with the many benefits it offers it's residents and businesses.  The same benefits that are attracting new migrants from all over the U.S. You can read the article online here: Texas Special Report.

Our new Dallas investment properties offer investors strong cash flow with capitalization rates from 7.5% to 9.0%.  First year ROI starts at 115%, both assuming a 20% down payment. . There is also strong appreciation potential given the dormant state the Dallas real estate market has had over the years coupled with the current growth in jobs and population.

Find out more about our current investment opportunities by clinking the links below:

Dallas Investment Property  [Single Family Homes]

Dallas Investment Property  [3-Bedroom Duplexes]

New Investment Condos – 30 Month Lease-Back with Positive Cash-Flow

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We just announced our latest real estate investment opportunity located in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.

Predicted by CNN Money to average 5% annual appreciation for the next 5 years. Forbes rated the Go Zone market as one of the Top 3 areas to invest, and Realtor.com rated the Mississippi gulf coast as the number one appreciating market of 2008.

This investment opportunity features a unique 30-month lease-back program that covers 100% of your mortgage payment, property taxes, homeowner association fees, management fees, maintenance costs, and utilities!

We also have several lending options available including some private financing options with 90% to 100% fininacing.

The investment is also Go Zone qualified for the 50% “bonus depreciation” provided by the IRS.

Visit our website and download the FREE Property Info-Pak for complete details, or just click here: Ocean Springs Investment Condos.

What You Should Know About HUD Properties

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imageHUD properties are available all over the United States, and make great investments for anybody that is interested. These homes often get a bad rap for being in bad condition, but in all actuality they are not any worse than other foreclosed homes that are available. Just like anything else, there are some HUD properties that are in good condition, and some that are in need of repairs. It is simply a matter of how well the past owner cared for the home.

HUD properties are homes that had loans which were insured by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). But when the owner fails to live up to the financial obligations that are expected, the bank then takes over the home and it becomes an HUD property. At this point, the Department of Housing and Urban Development is in charge of repaying the lender any money that they lost on the deal. So as you can see, the Department of Housing and Urban Development sticks their neck on the line when they insure the loans on these homes; if the owner doesn’t pay, they are stuck with owing money to the lender.

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The Perfect Storm to Buy Real Estate

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This may be the most amazing buyer’s market in decades!

Think about it.  Interest rates are at historic lows.  Housing inventories are at 20-year highs.  Nationally, housing prices have dropped 16.3% since last year.  Sellers of every kinds (home owners, investors, builders, and developers) are motivated to sell their property to liquidate or stay liquid in these tough economic times.

I’m sure most of you have heard these stats before:  Only 2% of retirees will be financially independent by age 65, while the other 98% rely on family, the government or a job to get by financially.

If you want to make a fortune in real estate, and I’m talking about millions of dollars, then now is the time to buy!  Forget about the uncertainties of the stock market and worrying about a recession.  Now is the time to position yourself for real wealth simply by buying real estate in growth markets around the country.

If you’re not sure how to get started then call me.  I will help point you in the right direction.

How to Get Your Investment Down Payment

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How to Get Your Investment Down PaymentReal estate has always been the fastest and safest investment vehicle to acquire wealth and reach millionaire status.  But without a down payment your real estate investment goals will be difficult to achieve.

Every year that you don't invest will cost you money in lost opportunity.  So where do you get your down payment?  How do you do it?    [Read more…]

2008 is the Year to Invest

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With interest rates still at historic lows, and investment opportunities in single family homes abundant, 2008 may one of the best years to invest in 30 years.

Even if prices drop a little more within the next twelve months, you may still be getting a great deal over the long term given the low interest rates which may not be around in the years to come.

It is best to stick to well-located detached single family homes in well researched markets that offer good prospects for growth and resale down the road. Middle of the road, bread-and-butter homes might be best in most cases for attracting your largest resale market.

Duplexes also make for smart investments but remember they are a little more difficult to sell because your typical buyer will probably be another investor.

And finally, avoid condos since you lack the control you have in single family units. Condos also require extra due diligence to make sure that you are not buying from speculators or developers at prices above market value or where there is excess inventory for sale.

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