Sun.Sep 25, 2022

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Bound to Impress: Five Handsome Home Libraries

Sotheby's International Real Estate

Few things compare to the experience of turning the pages of a good book. In homes from New York to California, these four libraries are ideal for displaying and enjoying a collection of treasured volumes. Sophisticated Riverside Loft. Debbie Korb | Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage. Walls of windows and plentiful skylights admit floods of sunlight and enviable views in this full-floor penthouse loft in one of Tribeca’s most desirable cooperative buildings.

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Seeing Greene: The 10-Second Formula to Solve the “Sell vs. Rent” Situation

Bigger Pockets

Unless you’re trying to invest in real estate using all cash, you’ll need to know which investment loans work best for you. But what if you’re a contractor, a business […].

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Happy Anniversary Bubbleinfo.com!

BubbleInfo

This blog started on September 24, 2005. It was a Saturday morning, and literally I thought I better get into this blogging thing before every other realtor started doing it. This was my first blog post that talked about 20% to 25% appreciation per year: [link] I am very grateful for you being here. At […].

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What Is Passive Real Estate Investing And Is It Right For You?

Bigger Pockets

35% of Americans state that real estate is their most favored long-term investment strategy, compared with stocks (21%), CDs and savings accounts (17%), and gold (16%). However, when many of us […].

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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What is a Realtor®?

Realty Biz

Realtors and Real Estate Agents Are Not The Same. When you are to entering the real estate market, particularly for the first time, some of the terms might be confusing. One of the first terms that could confuse is “Realtor.”. While Realtor® is often used interchangeably with “real estate agent,” they aren’t the same. We will look at the definition of a Realtor® so that you are better informed when you need the services of one of these professionals.

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Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Bay Ridge Rental, a Bed Stuy Limestone

Brownstoner

The most popular listings on Brownstoner this week include a Park Slope co-op, Prospect Lefferts Gardens row house and a standalone in Bay Ridge. Park Slope was popular again this week with other listings scattered around the borough and even into Columbia county. The least expensive on the list is a… Read More > The post Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Bay Ridge Rental, a Bed Stuy Limestone appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Been Here Before

BubbleInfo

Thanks to JBREC for the chart, and article! [link] An excerpt: In the mid-1990s when 30-year fixed mortgage rates climbed over 9%, ARM usage jumped to 35% of all mortgages. In 1999-2000 as 30-year fixed mortgage rates shot above 8%, ARM usage raged once again to 34% of all mortgages. For comparison, the percentage of […].

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Why Hire Rental Property Management Services?

Realty Biz

Those who have attempted to manage a rental property on their own will find that it is not difficult to hire a qualified rental property management agency. Why experience all of that stress yourself when you can hire professionals to take the task off your shoulders? In today’s day and age, having a property manager is not only recommended but required.

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How Can I Make Free Money — 4 Easy Ways To Earn In The Time Of Inflation

Realty Biz

Nowadays, everybody needs more money than they’re currently earning. Thanks to the peaks in inflation rates, the rising cost of living, and high energy prices, it became increasingly complex for people to make ends meet. In August 2022, the U.S. faced the highest increase in electricity price since 1981 — a rise of 15.8%. The worst news is that such a trend is prevalent worldwide.

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Can You Avoid Capital Gains On the Sale of a Second Home?

Realty Biz

You may plan on investing in a second home for personal or financial reasons. You probably want to use it as a holiday retreat, a rental for extra income, or a getaway spot for weekends. However, there may come a time when you find it necessary or smart to sell that second home. While you can profit from the sale of your house , especially if its value has improved over time, you’ll probably also have to pay capital gains tax.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.