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Beau Alesi Looking to buy
25 January 2025 | 7 replies
Considering that, you are likely going to see appreciation year over year, which essentially will be additional equity you'd capture just by simply living in the home. 
Jai Windish Central Illinois Rookie
30 January 2025 | 11 replies
If the price was right on Turn-key maybe, but probably more of the fixer-upper that can be leveraged later on for additional property or sold for a nice profit. 
Joshua Martin Forced Equity Cash out
31 January 2025 | 6 replies
Thanks a lot for the insight.
Sanjai Dayal Own commercial building, I use 2 of 7 offices for medical business- pay myself?
29 January 2025 | 4 replies
Additionally, if your goal is to maximize personal financial benefits, consider profit distributions from the property-owning LLC, which may provide tax flexibility depending on your situation.By adhering to FMV, maintaining proper documentation, and structuring the lease agreement carefully, you can optimize tax benefits while staying compliant.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.
Nicole Gauthier Is Furnished Finder worth it in Urban areas?
29 January 2025 | 10 replies
Your insight is super helpful as I considered it to be more like airbnb to a certain degree.
Tayvion Payton Would You Pay an 18% Premium for Seller Financing at 2%?
13 January 2025 | 2 replies
Quote from @Tayvion Payton: Hey everyone,I'm evaluating a multi-family deal and could really use your insight.
Cole Bossert Starting Air BnB Management
6 January 2025 | 7 replies
This will provide you experience, a story to tell, and the credibility needed for adding additional clients.I'm happy to discuss more.
Clarase Mika Did You Know You Can Purchase Property in Germany With Only 5-10% Down? Here’s How
24 January 2025 | 0 replies
A local real estate lawyer or translator can ensure you fully understand the terms and conditions of the purchase.Other Costs to Consider- Closing Costs: In addition to your down payment, expect to pay an additional 8-12% of the property price for:- Notary Fees: Around 1-2% of the purchase price.- 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.