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8 Signs It Is Time To Sell Your House In Raleigh

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A house you purchased at one point in your life may not be the right house for you today. The good news is that you don’t have to hold onto your house forever! Learn about the easiest way to sell your Raleigh house in our latest post! There are a number of reasons people decide … Continued

How To Calculate The Costs To Hold A Property In Raleigh

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When you are thinking about selling your Raleigh house, be sure you know the costs to hold the property. Keeping the property might be costing you more than you think. In our latest post, we take a look at the most common holding costs homeowners face when trying to sell their homes in Raleigh. Holding … Continued

5 Overlooked IRS Tax Deductions for Investment Property in North Carolina

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Buying investment property has one specific intention: to make a profit. Of course, maximizing profits means limiting the amount of taxes you pay on revenues. While most property owners deduct the interest and repairs, most overlook other key legal deductions. Here are 5 overlooked IRS tax deductions for investment property in Raleigh. Be sure to … Continued

Why You Should Diversify in Raleigh

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Investments come in all shapes and sizes. The investors who see the most profit, boast a diversified, and intelligently put-together portfolio. In this post, we will explain exactly why you should diversify and what you can do to get started! Why Should I Diversify? When you diversify your portfolio, real estate or otherwise, you are … Continued

Own Your First Rental in Raleigh: A Checklist

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Are you thinking about buying your first rental property? Being a landlord can be a challenging experience. There are many things to keep track of, and one mistake can cost you. In our latest post, we have put together a checklist for the process of buying a rental property, the process of screening your tenants, … Continued

The Eviction Process – Do’s and Don’ts in Raleigh

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As a landlord, you will inevitably have to deal with the eviction process. It’s never fun, for you or the tenant. But there are ways to prepare, so you can make things go as smoothly as possible. Here are some do’s and don’ts to help you navigate the process. What You Should Do: Try to … Continued

Should You Hire A Property Management Company in Raleigh?

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Some people go into multi-family investments thinking it will be a breeze. After dealing with collections, maintenance, complaints, and repairs they will soon realize, being a landlord is a lot of work! At what point should you hire a property management company? It is a decision many landlords face. Do the benefits outweigh the cost? … Continued

How to Manage Tenant Conflict in Raleigh

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If you own a rental property, you’ll need to know how to handle and resolve tenant conflicts. You will experience both conflicts with tenants directly, and also have to mediate between tenants if you own a multi-family property. Tension and fighting between neighbors will be stressful for all parties. It pays to be proactive in resolving … Continued

3 Keys to a Successful Probate Investing Mindset in North Carolina

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Successful real estate investors have a mindset that gives them the ability to negotiate a deal that makes business sense. Most real estate transactions between consumers are a very emotional deal. However, the probate process is very different, mixing a very emotional time in a family’s life with a very business-like probate court system. Here … Continued

Handling Rental Deposits in Raleigh – Deductions and Returns

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Owning a rental property can be a great way to earn additional income. However, you’ll need to abide by the book in order to avoid conflicts and keep the peace. As a landlord, you will need to collect and handle rental deposits when tenants come or go. It can be an area of contention when tenants … Continued

Converting Your Promissory Note into Cash in Raleigh

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If you’re thinking about selling your promissory note – that is, converting your promissory note into cash in Raleigh, you need to be aware of some of the steps involved. Otherwise, the process can easily become confusing and overwhelming. The tasks and tips laid out here apply to real estate notes, land notes, mobile home … Continued

5 Signs of A Trustworthy Note Buyer in North Carolina

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Selling a mortgage note and choosing the right note buyer is a big decision, with financial implications that may impact your life for many years to come. Working with a trustworthy note buyer is imperative when it’s time to sell a note in Raleigh. With the burgeoning number of companies that buy mortgage notes all … Continued

What is A Mortgage Note and How To Sell Yours in Raleigh

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A mortgage note is simply a mortgage in which the person receiving the monthly mortgage payments is a private individual rather than a traditional lending institution like a bank, credit union, or mortgage company. The mortgage note, then, is basically a lien against the property that is, in turn, the collateral for the note. Sometimes, … Continued

How To Sell Your House For A Fraction Of The Cost in Raleigh

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There are many ways you can save money when you are looking to sell your house in Raleigh. In our latest post, we explore how you can cut costs on the sale of your home or investment property.  Selling a home in the Raleigh area can be expensive. While some properties perform very well on the MLS, … Continued