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How to Sell Land Without a Realtor (Mini-Guide)

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Selling your home without a realtor isn’t necessarily the most complicated transaction in the world. In fact, it can be a fairly simple process which can be fulfilled more quickly than most people think. But knowing how to sell land without a realtor? That’s an entirely different story. It’s not just that it’s complicated. The … Continued

Is building a house off the grid the right thing for you?

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You’ve heard about the trend of homes that are “off the grid” and how it’s risen in popularity. Maybe you’ve looked into it a little bit, feeding your curiosity. Maybe you’re on the more serious side about it and actually want to go “off grid” yourself. Whether you’re here to to learn more or you’re … Continued
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Tenants Rights When Your Landlord Sells Property (Updated)

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Selling rental property isn’t quite the same as selling your primary home. For one, there’s certain tax implications to selling a rental house you may not be aware of. And taxes on selling a rental house can be unavoidable. There’s also the question of maintaining a rental—which isn’t always easy when you’re not onsite 24 … Continued
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How To Write A Short Sale Hardship Letter (With Template)

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It’s a troubling statistic for many Utah residents to face but Utah is among the top 5 USA states with the highest debit-to-income ratio of 1.83 (Hawaii is #1). As of 2023, Utah’s average debt per capita is $64,567. The average student load debt for Utah residents is $26,307, among the highest. There’s a strong … Continued
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How to Sell a Fixer Upper House Fast and Guaranteed!

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Maybe it’s your first house. Maybe it’s a rental property. To you, it’s a fixer upper. But to your neighbors? Homely might be a charitable term. Distressed? In need of repairs? Priced to sell? Those may be a little bit more accurate. Selling a Fixer Upper House But if your neighbors think your house is … Continued
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The Sale of Rental Property (And 4 Tax Implications)

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For many property owners, it’s not a question of when the sale of rental property should happen. It’s a question of why. Every property owner will have a different justification behind selling a rental. Some may simply find the upkeep too draining on both their time, energy and patience. Others may be facing what are, … Continued
What Is An All Inclusive Trust Deed

What Is An All Inclusive Trust Deed?

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What Is An All Inclusive Trust Deed? It’s a common misconception that a mortgage is the sole formal document facilitating the purchase of a home. While mortgage deeds are certainly the most common, the rise of alternative home loans such as seller financing has also enabled other instruments of securing a home loan. In particular, … Continued
What Happens to your House and Mortgage when you Die

What Happens To Your House When You Die?

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As a real estate investor, I know that when someone dies, their mortgage debt doesn’t just vanish. Inheriting a home also means inheriting the mortgage debt. However, if the deceased borrower had mortgage protection insurance, that policy will pay off the loan. After the original borrower dies, the person who inherits the home may be … Continued