Typically its done for open space or use for community property (ie. fire station location or other county use) and typicaly would assist in increasing tax base.  

Yes, this is an unsexy option and it doesn't offer the same tax benefits, but you would benefit from reduced volatility (so long as you don't obsess over fluctuating stock prices), greater liquidity, stronger management teams and superior assets.

You can hear real-world examples of how others have built their investment portfolio and (hopefully) learn to avoid their mistakes.4.

Tax-Free Exchanges: While 1031 exchanges aren't available to SDIRAs, the tax deferral within the account means you can sell property and reinvest proceeds into new opportunities without immediate tax consequences.

My recommendation from experience is to avoid working with Safeguard. 

.- Property Transfer Tax (Grunderwerbsteuer): 3.5-6.5%, depending on the region- Land Registration Fees: Approximately 0.5-1.5%.- Realtor Fees: As mentioned, these range from 3-7% of the purchase price, plus VAT.Benefits for Service Members- Equity Building: Owning property builds equity over time, providing long-term financial security.- Strong Rental Potential: If reassigned, you can rent the property out in Germany high-demand rental market.- Tax Advantages: Germany offers tax deductions for property owners, which can help offset some costs.Key TakeawaysService members have a unique opportunity to buy property in Germany with minimal upfront costs.

If you have an older home that requires a lot of maintenance, you probably want to avoid the manager who charges a markup.I recommend shopping around occasionally to see if your PM is procuring fair pricing or just marking you up to make money without justification.As for expectations, you need to read the PM agreement and understand what is charged and why.

You can hear real-world examples of how others have built their investment portfolio and (hopefully) learn to avoid their mistakes.4.

If you don’t have a shop, you can still point people to toys, but you’re not supposed to act like you own the shop or start setting prices for toys you don’t actually have.Here’s why some wholesalers avoid getting their toy shop license:1.

Being a real estate professional allows you to treat the income as non-passive, allowing higher high income tax payers to pay less in taxes.